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Methamphetamine has been severely overlooked in the U.S. drug crisis, study suggests

This protein bar hack turns your healthy snack into a dessert-like experience

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The CDC issues an E.coli outbreak warning for romaine lettuce (again)

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Here's what eating a huge Thanksgiving meal does to your body, according to experts

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These glasses could be the long-awaited cure for your tech-induced migraines

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Volunteering as a family: 3 ways to inspire your children this holiday season and beyond

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New study suggests parents who clean pacifiers in their mouths are boosting health of their babies

These are the jobs with the highest suicide rates, according to the CDC

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FDA moves to ban menthol cigarettes, flavored cigars

With FDA's imminent crackdown on e-cigarettes, manufacturers already playing defense

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Sesame milk is the new dairy-free milk option on the market

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Children's Health

Neuroscientists identify a surprising low-tech fix to the problem of sleep-deprived teens

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Experts say no yelling, no spanking ... so how should parents discipline their children?

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New guidelines recommend all adults be screened by a physician for unhealthy alcohol use

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Investigation: Did a Britney Spears song help reduce unemployment in the U.S.?

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This cauliflower chicken pot pie sounds like the perfect Sunday dinner

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'Toy Story 4' trailer teases new spork character for summer 2019

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Scientists have discovered explanation for evolution of our larger brain

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Not getting enough sleep can cause dehydration, new study suggests

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Late afternoon is prime time for calorie-burning, a new study suggests

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Health Insurance

The votes have been counted, the results are (mostly) in: What’s next for health care?

Rendell urges Democrats to push for infrastructure bill, avoid vengeance after midterm gains

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Duncan Hines cake mixes recalled due to potential Salmonella contamination

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Children's Health

New findings add twist to screen time limit debate

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Living a long life isn't predetermined in your genes, a new study suggests

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Amazon expands free shipping to everyone, not just Prime members, for the holidays

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CoverGirl cosmetics becomes largest makeup brand to be certified cruelty free

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There is an official call to ban the disciplinary spanking of children

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'Broken heart syndrome' is a real thing — and it can quickly turn deadly, according to new study

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Children's Health

Expert tips for keeping your kids safe at the bus stop

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Immigrants face another battle upon arrival in U.S. — with their gut health

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Wait at least one year between pregnancies for optimal health, new study suggests

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This gadget will help you become a calm and centered meditation pro

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The scientific reason you can’t eat just one piece of Halloween candy

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Family habit of inheriting volunteer roles could help small charities

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Alternative Medicine

Tea tree oil is the all-natural antibacterial you need in your life this winter

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Zika publicity has faded, but the health threat remains real

This 'healthier' Halloween candy option is not worth your time – and 'troubles'

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Chips made with this vegetable are the healthier alt-chips you need in your life

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Nutrition Fact labels get a makeover — here's what they look like now

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Bob Saget to host ABC's 'Videos After Dark,' an edgier 'America's Funniest Home Videos'

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Why has Halloween become so popular among adults?

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Amazon to offer new line of at-home health care devices and accessories

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