VA hospital investigating after tweets of 'unsanitary' room

A Veterans Affairs clinic in Salt Lake City is investigating why an Army veteran was put in a room with an overflowing trash can and medical supplies strewn about after the man's father tweeted images of the unclean space

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McConnell: Senate likely to consider anti-opioid package

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell says the Senate will likely consider a package of proposals to combat the nation's opioid addiction problems

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McConnell: Senate likely to consider anti-opioid package

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell says the Senate will likely consider a package of proposals to combat the nation's opioid addiction problems

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C.D.C. Director’s $375,000 Salary Will Be Cut

His pay raised eyebrows because it was much higher than his predecessors. It was granted under a special provision to attract top scientists.

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Why Chefs are Moonlighting as Fashion Models

From Gucci advertisements to GQ photoshoots, chefs are lending authentic style to the glitzy fashion world.

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CDC chief asks for, and gets, cut to his record $375K pay

Government officials say the new head of the top U.S. public health agency has asked for a cut to his record-setting pay

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Transgender residents sue over Wisconsin's Medicaid rule

Two Wisconsin residents who want gender reassignment surgeries say in a federal lawsuit they're being discriminated against by the state because the agency that administers Medicaid won't approve their procedures

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Angelina Jolie's doctor shares myth-busting truths about breast cancer

Dr. Kristi Funk shares her tips in her new book, "Breasts: The Owner's Manual."

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How a 'Fairytale' Line Inspired Michael Ondaatje's New Novel, 'Warlight'

Michael Ondaatje, author of ‘The English Patient,’ says a ‘fairytale’ line led him to his latest novel, ‘Warlight.’

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Italian Artist Domenico Gnoli's Work is Back on Display in New York

A show at Luxembourg & Dayan focuses on rarely seen works by the mid-century artist.

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The New Old Age: Wheelchairs Prohibited in the Last Place You’d Expect

Citing state laws, assisted living facilities often turn away residents in wheelchairs. A lawsuit in New York seeks to end the practice.

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Consenting to Sex? There's an App for That

Apps such as uConsent allow potential sexual partners to tell each other what level of physical intimacy they are comfortable with

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Father of Army vet shot at Oregon VA clinic feels betrayed

The father of a military veteran with PTSD who was shot by a guard at a Veterans Affairs clinic in Oregon says he feels betrayed by the VA and county officials

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After 'Juno,' Life's Other Changes

Screenwriter Diablo Cody reflects on her own coming of age in her latest film ‘Tully,’ the story of a harried mother and the night nurse she hires.

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UN agency that fights AIDS reopens sexual harassment case

The U.N. agency that fights AIDS says that it's reopening a sexual harassment investigation against a top official, saying additional allegations have emerged against him

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WATCH: Renowned breast cancer surgeon Dr. Kristi Funk opens up about her new book

The doctor discusses the major takeaways from her new book, "Breasts: the Owner's Manual: Every Woman's Guide to Reducing Cancer Risk, Making Treatment Choices, and Optimizing Outcomes."

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WATCH: Renowned breast cancer surgeon Dr. Kristi Funk opens up about her new book

The doctor discusses the major takeaways from her new book, "Breasts: the Owner's Manual: Every Woman's Guide to Reducing Cancer Risk, Making Treatment Choices, and Optimizing Outcomes."

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WATCH: College students take business class on spin bikes

Go inside a Fordham University course that integrates exercise with learning in a must-see way.

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Personal Health: An Advance Directive for Patients With Dementia

Getting their choices on end-of-life care recorded can help patients feel secure that their wishes will be respected, experts say.

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The New Health Care: Worried About Risky Teenage Behavior? Make School Tougher

Research shows a correlation between greater academic demands and a reduction in drinking, smoking and drug use.

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College students 'burn to learn' in business class on spin bikes

Business school students at Fordham University workout while they learn.

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The Goal: Longer Life With Less Loneliness

When older patients feel more connected, they often stay healthier. Now health-care providers are taking steps to help them feel less alone.

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'Avengers: Infinity War' Sets Domestic and Global Box-Office Records

Walt Disney’s “Avengers: Infinity War” set new records for the biggest domestic and global opening of all time this weekend, collecting an estimated $250 million in the U.S. and Canada and $630 million around the world.

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How Long Can the Cavaliers Survive?

LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers were pushed to the brink in the first round of the NBA playoffs by the Indiana Pacers. And their Game 7 win showed why they can’t win for much longer.

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'Dancing With the Stars' Twirls to the Jocks

Amid the NBA and NHL playoffs, columnist Jason Gay makes a sporty case for the dance spectacular “Dancing With the Stars.”

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'Rodin and the Art of Ancient Greece' Review: Recasting History

At the British Museum, an exhibition juxtaposes the work of the French sculptor with selections from the Elgin Marbles.

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Health care new front for transgender rights under Trump

A health care anti-discrimination rule is the new front for rollback of transgender protections under President Donald Trump

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Schools fret as teens take to vaping, even in classrooms

Schools and health officials across the U.S. are struggling to curb what they say is an epidemic of underage vaping

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Injecting Drugs Can Ruin a Heart. How Many Second Chances Should a User Get?

A life-threatening heart infection afflicts a growing number of people who inject opioids or meth. Costly surgery can fix it, but the addiction often goes unaddressed.

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Londoners warned of health threat from toxic caterpillars

British environment officials are warning Londoners about caterpillars that can cause rashes, vomiting and asthma attacks

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Barry X Ball Reimagines Classical Art, With Help From Robots

Artist Barry X Ball is known for reimagining works from the past. His latest project is a reworking of Michelangelo’s “Pieta Rondanini,” costing nearly $1 million dollars to produce. In this video, we visit his state-of-the-art stone sculpting workshop.

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Toxic Caterpillars Invading Parts of London, Officials Warn

Officials are on the lookout for caterpillars of the oak processionary moth, larval creatures whose hairs can cause illness and even death in humans.

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Russia: Floating nuclear plant towed to sea for fueling trip

A floating nuclear power plant built in Russia has embarked on its first sea voyage so its reactors can be loaded with fuel

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How Two Twenty-Somethings Built A Music Festival in Miami

Miami rap festival Rolling Loud will draw 60,000 fans daily to see artists like J.Cole, Migos and Post Malone

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Q&A With 'Atlanta' Star Brian Tyree Henry

Actor Brian Tyree Henry is currently playing a security guard in Kenneth Lonergan’s play “Lobby Hero.” He speaks about his own rising fame and how his life intersects with his characters’ lives.

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A Run to Get a Buddy Back on Track

An executive gets his exercise with Back on My Feet, a nonprofit group that aims to boost the homeless with running and camaraderie.

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Inside the Brooklyn Apartment of the Interior Designer Whose Clients Include Cartier, Nike and Glossier

Rafael de Cárdenas’s Clinton Hill apartment—where vintage Baccarat mingles with Mapplethorpe, plus a few things in between—reflects his roving eye.

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WATCH: How to make your day more productive

Author Dan Pink shares the scientific secrets of perfect timing.

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How states propose raising money from opioid sales

A number of states are considering imposing taxes on opioid sales as a way to fund efforts intended to lessen the drug overdose crisis

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As states consider taxing opioids, drugmakers push back

Lawmakers in more than a dozen states have proposed taxing prescription painkillers as a way to hold drugmakers accountable for the nation's opioid addiction and overdose crisis

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Zimbabwe legalizes marijuana for medicinal, scientific uses

Zimbabwe legalizes marijuana for medicinal, scientific uses, a rare move in Africa

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Alfie Evans, Terminally Ill British Toddler at Center of Court Fight, Dies

The 23-month-old had a rare degenerative brain condition. His parents fought to continue treatment, but his doctors said further medical care would have been futile.

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Sick British toddler at center of legal battle dies

The parents of a terminally ill British toddler whose case drew attention from Pope Francis and others around the world say they are "heartbroken" that their son has died.

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Sick British toddler at center of legal battle dies

The parents of a terminally ill British toddler whose case drew attention from Pope Francis and others around the world say they are "heartbroken" that their son has died.

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WATCH: 22 US states now involved in romaine lettuce E. coli outbreak

There have been 98 cases reported, with 46 people hospitalized and 10 suffering kidney failure.

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The Golden State Killer Is Tracked Through a Thicket of DNA, and Experts Shudder

The arrest of a suspect has set off alarms among some scientists and ethicists worried that consumer DNA may be widely accessed by law enforcement.

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Boom in Proton Therapy Is a Bust for Some. Blame a Shortage of Patients.

Hospitals and private investors have pumped vast sums of money into an advanced type of radiology that mostly spares healthy tissue while attacking tumors. The spending hasn’t always paid off.

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She Died After Collapsing on a Plane the Pilot Refused to Divert. Now Her Family Is Suing.

Brittany Oswell died after having a pulmonary embolism in flight. A suit claims American Airlines was negligent and its medical equipment was faulty.

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New C.D.C. Director’s $375,000 Salary Under Scrutiny

Senate Democrats and watchdog agencies question the use of a statute to authorize paying Dr. Robert R. Redfield nearly twice as much as his predecessor.

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Romaine lettuce outbreak update: 98 people sick in 22 states

Food poisoning cases linked to romaine lettuce now at 98 cases in 22 states

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How to Talk About Moving to a Retirement Home: ‘It’s a Journey’

Having a conversation about moving — whether it’s with a relative, even a spouse — brings up lots of anxiety. Here’s how to go about it.

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WATCH: What is autism

There is no medical test for autism.

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WATCH: What is autism

There is no medical test for autism.

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The 5 Hottest Trends from Milan's 2018 Furniture Fair

Five currents we spotted at Italy’s influential annual furniture show, Salone del Mobile—from slicker wicker to the persistent reign of pink.

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WATCH: More children being diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder in recent years

Dr. Jennifer Ashton discusses what to know about the new study on autism live on "GMA."

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WATCH: Halsey says she will freeze her eggs at 23 because of endometriosis

The singer revealed she suffered a miscarriage and has decided to freeze her eggs in a new interview.

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WATCH: More children being diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder in recent years

Dr. Jennifer Ashton discusses what to know about the new study on autism live on "GMA."

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WATCH: Halsey says she will freeze her eggs at 23 because of endometriosis

The singer revealed she suffered a miscarriage and has decided to freeze her eggs in a new interview.

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After suffering a miscarriage, Halsey says she is freezing her eggs at 23

The singer opened up about her battle with endometriosis on "The Doctors."

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Dogs Can’t Have Autism, U.K. Officials Say After Vaccine Scare

The “anti-vaxxer” movement blamed for outbreaks of measles in the U.S. and Europe has now turned to pets, leading officials to rebut claims about side effects from vaccines.

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Ask Well: Is Alkaline Water Really Better for You?

What’s behind the claims that alkaline water will “energize” and “detoxify” the body and lead to “superior hydration”?

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Do Serial Killers Just Stop? Yes, Sometimes

Joseph James DeAngelo’s arrest occurred more than 30 years after the Golden State Killer’s spree ended. Experts cite cases involving murderers whose crimes ceased long before they were caught.

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Trump’s Doctor Accused of Handing Out Ambien. D.E.A. Calls the Practice Illegal.

If Dr. Ronny Jackson gave sleeping pills to reporters and staff on long flights abroad, he broke the law, a D.E.A. spokesman said. “You could be prosecuted.”

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WATCH: More kids have autism, better diagnosis may be the reason

The government estimates that autism is becoming more common, but it's only a small increase.

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WATCH: More kids have autism, better diagnosis may be the reason

The government estimates that autism is becoming more common, but it's only a small increase.

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E. Coli Flare-Up Is Largest Multistate Outbreak Since 2006

At least 84 people have been infected so far, according to health officials, who traced the illnesses to romaine lettuce from southwestern Arizona.

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Caffeine During Pregnancy Tied to Overweight Offspring

Women who drank more than two to three cups of coffee a day were more likely to have obese children.

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Toddler Alfie Evans' parents say they'll work with doctors

The father of terminally ill toddler Alfie Evans says he will work with doctors to give his son "dignity and comfort."

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Toddler Alfie Evans' parents say they'll work with doctors

The father of terminally ill toddler Alfie Evans says he will work with doctors to give his son "dignity and comfort."

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2019 Aston Martin DB11 Volante: A Six-Figure Car That's Worth Every Penny

Truly beautiful street-legal cars are rare, but Aston Martin’s DB11 Volante makes the list. Dan Neil opens up its V8 while driving along England’s seaside cliffs.

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Hotels, A Love Story: 24 Famous Globetrotters On Their Cherished Escapes

Filmmakers, architects, designers, novelists and other demanding jet-setters share their favorite hotels, from Montana to the French Riviera.

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Enough With the Merlot Bashing: A Wine That's Ripe for Revival

Merlot’s reputation has suffered over the last decade. But on a recent trip to Napa, our wine columnist found elegant, appealing examples that prove this grape is ripe for a revival.

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5 Lessons From the Punk Rockers of Gardening

A trip to England’s iconoclastic Great Dixter garden helps a fledgling horticulturalist learn how to boldly—and beautifully—break the rules.

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More kids have autism, better diagnosis may be the reason

The government estimates that autism is becoming more common, but it's only a small increase

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Dark chocolate may give your brain a boost, studies suggest

Here's a reason not to feel so guilty about your afternoon chocolate fix.

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Why the majority of romaine lettuce E. coli outbreak cases have been in women

The CDC has expanded its warning to consumers to cover all types of romaine lettuce from the Yuma, Arizona, region.

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Sarah Jessica Parker On the Best Jewelry and Burger in the City

The multitasking actress, starring in a new season of ‘Divorce’ and a film about a jazz singer, recounts a few of her favorite things.

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Stop Facebook From Using Your Private Info: A Beginner's Guide

Mom always said to share, but Facebook has us thinking twice. Here, how to regain command of your digital privacy from social media sites to dangers lurking in your own smartphone.

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Yes, You Can Actually Have a Campfire in Your Backyard

While beach bonfires are messy and, increasingly, taboo, these portable canisters help create blazes that are tidy, efficient, low-smoke—and safe.

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Your coworkers may be ruining your sleep, but here's how you can fix it

New research reveals what to do after work for better sleep.

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DIY remedies to help soothe summer sunburns

Learn what to do in the days following too much sun exposure.

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Mushroom, Tahini and Poached-Egg Toast From the Chefs at Botanica

This simple meat-free meal from Botanica in Los Angeles is also sumptuous and full of flavor.

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This New Fashion Site is Elevating the Everlane Look

Full of bright, preppy and affordable basics for men and women, the Entireworld is a direct-to-consumer site that makes you actually excited to buy socks and T-shirts.

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WATCH: Eat your breakfast to prevent future weight gain

Skipping breakfast is a predictor of future weight gain and increases your chances of becoming obese, according to a new study.

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WATCH: Eat your breakfast to prevent future weight gain

Skipping breakfast is a predictor of future weight gain and increases your chances of becoming obese, according to a new study.

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‘Desperation Oncology’: When Patients Are Dying, Some Cancer Doctors Turn to Immunotherapy

The drugs don’t work against every cancer — but on rare occasions, they work miracles. Now some doctors are offering immunotherapy to dying patients.

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Willie Nelson's Favorite Paraphernalia (Not That Kind)

The iconic artist behind the new album ‘Last Man Standing’ on crafting songs via text, life on the bus and his beat-up guitar.

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Number of pre-teen moms in the US at a record low, CDC says

A new report shows that the number declined by 67 percent over eight years.

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A Lifesaving Pump for Cancer Patients Is Being Phased Out

A small, implantable device made by a Johnson & Johnson subsidiary has been discontinued, with no replacement in sight.

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Global Health: Infant Deaths Fall Sharply in Africa With Routine Antibiotics

Providing one dose every six months saved one in four babies, researchers reported. Now the W.H.O. will consider recommending routine use.

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WATCH: Dr. Whitney Bowe on how we should redefine 'clean' skin

Bowe joined "The View" to discuss best habits for maintaining healthy and clean skin.

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2018 BMW 640xi GT: A High-Riding, Roomy Sedan That's Fun to Drive

In a world full of skinnier jeans and smaller vehicles, the BMW 640xi Gran Turismo is a comfortable car for the rest of us. Dan Neil moves the seat back and goes for a ride.

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A Hotel 30 Miles Outside Paris Where Equestrian Life Sets the Tone

Le Barn, designed by French branding studio be poles, whose hospitality projects include Four Seasons and NoMad properties, is set to open this spring.

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Common Pain Relievers Beat Opioids for Dental Pain Relief

Over-the-counter drugs like Advil and Tylenol are safer and more effective than prescription opioids for easing pain following dental procedures.

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Smoking Is Off Limits at Disney. What Will That Mean With Fox in the Fold?

Walt Disney Studios hasn’t released a movie that depicts smoking since 2015. Now antismoking activists want that rule extended to all films aimed at young audiences by Fox, which Disney is buying.

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Diabetes Self-Care Courses Can Come With Sticker Shock

Hospitals lure diabetes patients with self-management classes, but the education can come with a high price tag.

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Parents of sick toddler Alfie Evans make new court challenge

Lawyers are battling in a London court over the fate of Alfie Evans, a terminally ill British toddler whose case has drawn support from Pope Francis and sparked an international debate about the competing rights of the child his doctors and his parents

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Parents of sick toddler Alfie Evans make new court challenge

Lawyers are battling in a London court over the fate of Alfie Evans, a terminally ill British toddler whose case has drawn support from Pope Francis and sparked an international debate about the competing rights of the child his doctors and his parents

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Welcome to the New Convenience Store

Once a late-night last resort, mini marts now offer far more than Cheetos and cigarettes. Kombucha on tap, anyone?

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Surgeon struck with same cancer as her patients reflects: 'I never imagined'

When Dr. Anne Peled, a 37-year-old breast cancer surgeon and mother of three, was struck by the same cancer as her patients, her world changed.

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A Yankee Chef's Southern Habitat

Bruce Moffett’s North Carolina home merges North with South.

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Eastern Germany's Luxury Resurgence

Germany’s booming real estate market is heading eastward. Luxury living is making headway beyond Berlin, with a wave of recently constructed, high-end homes and renovations of existing mansions.

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Can Men Wear Silk Shirts Without Looking Like Sleazeballs?

Though silk shirts have a seriously cheesy reputation, new solid-color, unshiny versions are more low-key than Key West. Is that enough to restore the fabric’s reputation? We argue both sides.

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Folsom Prison Blues, This Time in Spanish

Fifty years after the groundbreaking Johnny Cash concert, the band Los Tigres del Norte plays before inmates at the same California prison.

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Everything Is Bigger in 'Avengers: Infinity War'

In an era when cinematic excess seems to know no bounds, “Avengers: Infinity War” takes things to a whole new level.

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WATCH: Does dark chocolate make you smarter?

Dr. Jennifer Ashton discusses what to know about a new study that says dark chocolate may improve brain health.

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WATCH: Does dark chocolate make you smarter?

Dr. Jennifer Ashton discusses what to know about a new study that says dark chocolate may improve brain health.

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WATCH: Latest details on George H.W. Bush hospitalization

The former president was hospitalized in Houston the day after the funeral of his wife of 73 years, Barbara Bush.

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Juul maker to invest $30M to combat underage vaping

The maker of the much-debated e-cigarette brand Juul says it will spend $30 million to try to keep its products from underage users

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Phys Ed: How Strenuous Exercise Affects Our Immune System

Marathons or other vigorous events are unlikely to make you vulnerable to colds afterward, according to a myth-busting review of the latest science.

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WATCH: How to copy Meghan Markle's favorite workout

The co-owner of a Toronto gym where Markle trained shares a Pilates-inspired workout.

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With George H.W. Bush Hospitalized, the World Wonders: Is It a Broken Heart?

Failing health after sudden grief — especially the loss of a spouse — has been reported by medical researchers. But it seems to be statistically quite rare, experts said.

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Medicare will require hospitals to post prices online

Medicare will require hospitals to post prices online and make electronic medical records more readily available to patients

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COLUMN: Knowing the health indicators of a brain aneurysm can save your life

A brain aneurysm is a silent, dangerous ticking time bomb.

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In Real Life, SPF 100 Sunscreens May Work Better Than SPF 50

People almost never put on enough sunscreen, so using a higher SPF may be your best bet.

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The Latest: Watchdog: VA nominee Jackson was unprofessional

A 2012 watchdog report ordered up by Veterans Affairs nominee Dr. Ronny Jackson found that both he and a rival physician exhibited "unprofessional behaviors"

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Trump hints VA pick might want to withdraw nomination

President Donald Trump is suggesting his pick for Veterans Affairs secretary might want to withdraw

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After a death, how much can 'broken heart' hurt survivors?

Former President George H.W. Bush's hospitalization a day after his wife Barbara's funeral has raised questions about whether stress or a broken heart played a role

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First drug approved for most common inherited kidney disease

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the first drug to slow kidney function decline in patients with kidney-damaging genetic disease

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Hiking in Croatia: Master Some of the World's Rarest Views

Croatia’s most challenging hiking trail, high above the country’s famed coastline, leads to unrivaled vistas, but nearly every step requires in-the-moment focus

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Authorities: Woman faked cancer claims for insurance money

State officials have accused a North Carolina woman of filing nearly 300 insurance claims for cancer although she didn't have the disease

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UK judge holds new hearing over sick toddler Alfie Evans

A British judge is hearing a new appeal from the parents of a terminally ill British toddler who want to take him to Italy for treatment _ something British courts have ruled is not in the child's interest

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At Southwest Airlines, the Minutes After Disaster Struck

How top management, using updates from the cockpit and passengers’ phones, put the emergency-response plan into action in Philadelphia and Dallas.

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F.D.A. Cracks Down on Sales of E-Cigarettes to Minors

The agency issues warning letters to retailers not to sell to teenagers and demanded that the manufacturer JUUL submit marketing and research documents.

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Malibu's Sundance Ranch Asks $18 Million

The equestrian property was once owned by George Roy Hill, director of ‘Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.’

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This May Be the World's Most Organized Kitchen

Designer Linda London helped a Connecticut homeowner store a huge number of dining and cooking sets.

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Kids with rare rapid-aging disease get hope from study drug

Children with a rare, incurable disease that causes rapid aging and early death may live longer if treated with an experimental drug first developed for cancer patients

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US agency cracks down on Juul e-cigarette popular in schools

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is cracking down on underage use of a popular e-cigarette brand called Juul after months of complaints from parents, politicians and school administrators

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John Mellencamp Began His Art Career in His Family's Indiana Basement

The singer-songwriter learned to paint by watching his mother do so every day. After a move to New York to study art, he ended up snagging a record deal.

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Once Controversial, This '65 Chevy Survives

A car collector will always love his fleet of Chevrolet Corvairs, a subject of “Unsafe at Any Speed” by Ralph Nader.

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The Royal Wedding, Coming to a Podcast, Tell-All and Lifetime Movie Near You

The Wall Street Journal’s guide to all things Harry and Meghan, as TV specials, books, social-media feeds and other media ramp up ahead of their wedding.

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A Reflective Visit to Japan's Enchanted Art Islands

Futuristic minimalism, a rich historical atmosphere and timeless natural beauty combine to haunting effect along Japan’s art-filled archipelago.

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WATCH: Can being cold help you lose weight?

No one likes to be cold enough to shiver, but what if being cold could actually increase your metabolism, improve blood sugar and help you lose weight?

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WATCH: Can being cold help you lose weight?

No one likes to be cold enough to shiver, but what if being cold could actually increase your metabolism, improve blood sugar and help you lose weight?

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Netflix Breaks Up Audience Romance With Telenovela

New competitors are forcing Televisa and other Latin American broadcasters to develop real-life, edgier dramas and crime stories to replace the torrid romances that once enthralled millions.

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Well : Think Biking or Walking to Work Would Take Too Long? Think Again

People often overestimate the time required to commute actively.

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Trilobites: Why It Seems Like Everyone Is Always Angry With You

It’s possible that they aren’t, it’s just that you have trouble reading neutral facial expressions because of your family experience, a new study suggests.

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WATCH: 6 superhero-inspired moves to train like 'Captain Marvel' star Brie Larson

"GMA" went to Tone House, a New York City-based fitness studio where the trainers look like actual superheroes, to see what it takes to get in action star shape.

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6 moves to train like 'Captain Marvel' star Brie Larson

Tone House trainers share must-try moves based on Larson's workouts.

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WATCH: 6 superhero-inspired moves to train like 'Captain Marvel' star Brie Larson

"GMA" went to Tone House, a New York City-based fitness studio where the trainers look like actual superheroes, to see what it takes to get in action star shape.

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What is Collagen Good For, Really?

Opioid treatment gap in Medicare: methadone clinics

Opioid overdoses killed 1,354 Americans ages 65 and older in 2016, but Medicare doesn't cover the oldest proven treatment for opioid addiction: methadone

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Trump Administration Pushes Abstinence in Teen Pregnancy Programs

New rules don’t explicitly exclude teaching about contraception and protected sex, but favor “sexual risk avoidance” and don’t require as rigorous evidence of efficacy.

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Opioid use linked to falls in seniors after hospital treatments for trauma

The study looked at about 68,000 Canadian seniors admitted to hospitals

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CDC chief makes $375K, far exceeding his predecessors' pay

The new head of the nation's top public health agency is getting paid nearly twice what his predecessor made and far more than other recent past directors

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What to know about 'dry drowning' after 4-year-old's incident

The condition can be hard to detect until hours or days after an incident.

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US veteran who survived blast receives penis transplant

Doctors at a Baltimore hospital have performed the most extensive penis transplant to date, this one also involving the scrotum and part of the abdominal wall

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Who's in Charge Here? Aging Parents Resist Interfering 'Helicopter' Children

When parents are getting on in years, there’s a fine line between being an appropriately concerned adult child and an overly worried one

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The Story Behind the Cars' 'My Best Friend's Girl'

“My Best Friend’s Girl,” an early Cars hit that helped propel the new-wave band to stardom, is about stolen love—but writer Ric Ocasek says he wasn’t “out for revenge.”

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At Museum 'Stroller Tours,' Babies Cry, Nap and Admire Kandinsky

Specially designed baby visits offer diversion for parents and stimulation for their progeny. But catering to the kiddie cognoscenti has its challenges.

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The Healing Edge: ‘Whole Again’: A Vet Maimed by an I.E.D. Receives a Transplanted Penis

A young soldier whose genitals were destroyed underwent extensive reconstructive surgery that doctors hope to offer to others who were wounded at war.

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Saoirse Ronan, Helen DeWitt and More on Superstition

WSJ. asks six luminaries to weigh in on a single topic. This month: Superstition.

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How to Dress Like a Billionaire

Now on its third season, Showtime’s dramedy “Billions” masterfully captures the changing dress codes of the finance world.

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Personal Health: Are G.M.O. Foods Safe?

In the decades since the first genetically modified foods reached the market, no adverse health effects among consumers have been found.

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Infinitesimal Odds: A Scientist Finds Her Child’s Rare Illness Stems From the Gene She Studies

When it comes to studying the genetics of the brain, Soo-Kyung Lee is a star, yet she was stunned to discover the cause of her daughter’s devastating disabilities.

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The New Health Care: California, Coffee and Cancer: One of These Doesn’t Belong

A judge’s ruling on warning labels for coffee isn’t backed by evidence and could do more harm than good.

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Art History, Refreshed at the Getty

The newly reinstalled antiquities at the Getty Villa make the story of art accessible and engaging to a 21st-century audience.

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Freezing fat cells: Noninvasive fat reduction procedures gaining in popularity

Noninvasive fat reduction procedures, as a whole, increased 7 percent.

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Reporter’s Notebook: How’s the Air in Beijing and New Delhi? From London, I Smelled the Smog and Haze

The British artist Michael Pinsky invited the public to sample some of the world’s most contaminated air by creating globes they could walk through.

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Boomers Embrace Luxury Van Life

Empty nesters and retirees abandon RVs for the freedom and mobility of converted high-end vans.

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Her Key to Better Tennis at 75? Kickboxing

An athletic retiree finds the combat sport builds upper-body strength and balance while helping her think about how to win one-on-one battles.

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When the Twitter Mob Came for Me

Recently hired by the Atlantic and then promptly fired, the conservative writer Kevin D. Williamson discusses the social-media outrage that made the celebrated magazine retreat.

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Cannabis Flowers Are Legal in Italy. You Just Can’t Eat or Smoke Them.

The new cannabis product has created a booming but unregulated economy in Italy. Is it a bubble waiting to be burst?

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Irish premier launches bid to overturn abortion restrictions

Ireland's premier has urged his country to show compassion as he launched a campaign to overturn some of the strictest abortion rules in Europe

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The Dreaded Wedding Decision: Which Co-Workers to Invite?

The question of which work friends make the cut can create awkward moments at the office.

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Americans told to toss romaine lettuce over E. coli fears

U.S. health officials are telling consumers to throw away any store-bought romaine lettuce they have in their kitchens and are warning restaurants not to serve it amid an E. coli outbreak

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CDC expands warning to consumers over tainted romaine lettuce

The government is now warning all romaine lettuce, not just chopped, be tossed.

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CDC expands warning to consumers over tainted romaine lettuce

The government is now warning all romaine lettuce, not just chopped, be tossed.

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Global Health: Ethicists Call for More Scrutiny of ‘Human-Challenge’ Trials

A vaccine study in which subjects are to be deliberately infected with Zika is on pause after ethicists said it had “insufficient value.”

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WATCH: Belly fat is bad for your heart, researchers say

The location of your fat is just as important as the amount of it.

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WATCH: Belly fat is bad for your heart, researchers say

The location of your fat is just as important as the amount of it.

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Belly fat is bad for your heart, researchers say

The location of your fat is just as important as the amount of it.

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53 reported cases of E. coli linked to romaine lettuce: CDC

CDC recommends that romaine lettuce from Yuma, Arizona be thrown out.

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53 reported cases of E. coli linked to romaine lettuce: CDC

CDC recommends that romaine lettuce from Yuma, Arizona be thrown out.

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A Superchic Apartment That's Tougher Than It Looks

A two-bedroom New York home needed to be stylish enough for entertaining and hard-wearing enough for a young family.

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Zimbabwe nurses' strike a test of new government

Zimbabwe nurses' strike a test of new government after 16,000 fired for seeking more pay

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2018 BMW 640xi GT: A High-Riding, Roomy Sedan That's Fun to Drive

In a world full of skinnier jeans and smaller vehicles, the BMW 640xi Gran Turismo is a comfortable car for the rest of us. Dan Neil moves the seat back and goes for a ride.

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Been told you have a penicillin allergy? There is chance it's not real

A new study shows the benefits of removing penicillin allergy labels for kids.

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Botanica's Lamb Kebabs With Spiced Yogurt and a Big Salad

Like so many of the dishes at sunny all-day cafe Botanica in L.A., this one features fresh vegetables front and center. Savory bites of spiced lamb complete the plate.

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UN health agency: Hungarian scientist sickened by Ebola

The World Health Organization says it has helped ship an experimental Ebola vaccine and drugs to treat a laboratory scientist in Hungary who caught the potentially deadly disease in an accident earlier this month

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UK Supreme Court declines appeal from parents of ill toddler

Britain's Supreme Court has declined to hear appeal by parents who want to take terminally ill toddler to Italy for treatment

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WATCH: Are you actually allergic to penicillin?

Dr. Jennifer Ashton discusses what to know about a new study that suggests a majority of children who have a penicillin allergy can take penicillin-based antibiotics without a problem.

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WATCH: Are you actually allergic to penicillin?

Dr. Jennifer Ashton discusses what to know about a new study that suggests a majority of children who have a penicillin allergy can take penicillin-based antibiotics without a problem.

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Ask Well: Can You Miss the Signs of Heart Disease or a Heart Attack?

It’s not always easy to tell if you have heart disease or have had a heart attack.

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Dutch probe 'appalling' euthanasia of dementia patient

In a rare series of moves, Dutch authorities are investigating whether doctors may have committed crimes including murder or other offences in five euthanasia cases, including the deaths of two women with advanced Alzheimer's disease

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How to nail the plank and push-up to get your summer abs and arms

Tone House head coach Christi Marraccini demonstrates must-try tips.

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Inside the resort where celebrities train for $7,800 per week

Wellness-goers at The Ranch hike up to four hours a day.

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Turning to Marijuana for a Runners’ High and More

Some runners turn to marijuana to provide a mental or physical boost.

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WATCH: How to nail the plank and push-up to get your summer abs and arms

The plank is a simple exercise that can be done anywhere at anytime, but its benefits are countless.

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WATCH: CDC warns: Throw out store-bought chopped romaine lettuce

Officials say at least 53 people have become sick in 16 states.

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F.D.A. Panel Recommends Approval of Cannabis-Based Drug for Epilepsy

Epidiolex was developed to treat two rare and devastating forms of the disease. It contains a chemical compound found in marijuana but not the one that makes people high.

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Gender equality in the sciences is improving, but more work is needed

A study reviewed more than 11 million published studies.

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When Is It Safe to Eat Salad Again?

An outbreak of infections linked to bagged romaine lettuce has left salad lovers confused. Here are answers to common questions about leafy greens.

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Soup Yourself: Recipes Right for This Season

There’s nothing like a bowlful to sustain us through the chilly days of early spring—and no dish more adaptable to every whim.

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Opinion: How to Disobey Your Tiger Parents, in 14 Easy Steps

As you rebel, you can retain your dignity — and theirs.

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Junk food TV advertising likely highest when kids are watching, study says

A study looked at a year of TV ads on a major, free channel in Australia.

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Is It Time to Cut the Cord on Your Vacuum?

The Dyson V10 aims to be the end of plug-in vacuums. We put it to the test.

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Rough Time Sleeping Next to Your Partner? These Technologies Might Help

Has your relationship gone to the dogs? It might be your mattress. A new breed of beds has been designed to stop the arguments and help mismatched sleeping couples wake refreshed.

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Anti-abortion politicians push efforts to prosecute women

Officials in Republican-dominant states are pushing legislation ahead of midterm elections that would punish both doctors and patients for abortions

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No Criminal Charges in Prince’s Overdose Death

The authorities in Minnesota said that no one would be prosecuted in the musician’s 2016 death from a fentanyl overdose, though a doctor will pay a civil settlement.

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Woman says doctors ignored cancer symptoms because of her weight: 'It was very scary'

A woman who alleges that she was misdiagnosed by doctors because of her weight is sharing her story.

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Nazi Links of Hans Asperger, Autism Research Pioneer, Prompt Consternation

The Austrian doctor collaborated with the Third Reich and actively assisted in the killing of disabled children, a new report says.

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Matter: Bodies Remodeled for a Life at Sea

The Bajau, who spend most of their time on the ocean, are among the best divers in the world. Evolution is remaking them, a new study finds.

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WATCH: Inside the resort where celebrities train for $7,800 per week

Take a tour of The Ranch, the California resort where celebrities go to recharge.

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We Tried 101 Pairs of "Everyday" Women's Underwear---Here Are the Best

With the rise of fuller-coverage, comfortable bikini briefs for women, it’s high time for a top-drawer upgrade. We did the legwork of trying dozens of pairs

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Would You Carry a Clear Handbag?

The trend in transparent bags is quite divisive among women. We examine the pros and the cons of going clear.

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US experts back marijuana-based drug for childhood seizures

US panel says a medicine made from the marijuana plant should be approved to treat severe epileptic seizures in children

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E. Coli Outbreak Tied to Romaine Lettuce Expands to 16 States

At least 53 people have been infected so far, and more than half have been hospitalized.

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What #MeToo Means to Teenagers

While the “Me Too” movement has largely focused on adults, sexual harassment can leave deep and lasting scars on children and teens too.

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How to Cook Smarter by Cooking Smaller

Some chefs love their tiny kitchens, and not merely for masochistic reasons. Here’s how a smaller space can make for better cooking.

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Virginia Woolf's Onetime Home Listed for $4.62 Million

After a complete renovation, Hogarth House—onetime home of Virginia and Leonard Woolf—is listed in London. The property has two residences, with each priced at about $4.62 million.

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Penthouse on a Private Island in Florida Asks $40 Million

On Fisher Island, which is seven minutes from Miami Beach by ferry, the unit in Palazzo Della Luna could set a new record.

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UN health agency: Dengue vaccine shouldn't be used widely

The World Health Organization says that the first-ever vaccine for dengue needs to be dealt with in "a much safer way" and mostly given to people previously infected with the disease.

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WATCH: Woman says her doctor told her she was just fat, when in fact she had cancer

Rebecca Hiles is speaking out after she says she was misdiagnosed and body-shamed by her doctor who dismissed her health concerns.

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Luxury Homes That Promise to Reduce Stress---For $4 Million

Luxury developers are touting wellness real estate, offering private and communal spaces for meditation and yoga.

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Frenchman Is First in World to Get 2 Full Face Transplants

Jérôme Hamon, a bookseller who has a genetic disease, underwent a second transplant after his body rejected the first because he had taken an antibiotic for a cold.

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New data: Americans filling far fewer opioid prescriptions

New data show that prescriptions for opioid painkillers filled in the U.S. had their biggest drop in 25 years in 2017

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As Opioid Prescriptions Fall, Prescriptions for Drugs to Treat Addiction Rise

New data suggests progress in efforts to curb the epidemic but raises questions about whether tightened prescribing may be leading some people to heroin and fentanyl.

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Chinese Doctor Arrested, Then Applauded, for Criticizing a Popular Elixir

A doctor who suggested an alcohol-based tonic was dangerous was detained for 3 months, and then freed as a public hero.

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These are the best times to exercise to lose weight, run faster

Daniel Pink studied the science of timing for his book, "When."

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WATCH: Even a mild head injury increases risk for Parkinson's disease, veterans study shows

The researchers looked at veterans with a history of traumatic brain injury.

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WATCH: Even a mild head injury increases risk for Parkinson's disease, veterans study shows

The researchers looked at veterans with a history of traumatic brain injury.

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Even a mild head injury increases risk for Parkinson's disease, veterans study shows

A new study has found that even a mild head injury, commonly called a concussion, makes veterans more likely to get Parkinson's disease later on in life.

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Concussions May Increase the Risk for Parkinson’s Disease

Traumatic brain injuries may lead to the development of Parkinson’s disease, a new study suggests.

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Married People Less Likely to Die From Melanoma

People who were married were more likely than single people to have melanoma detected in the earlier, more treatable, stages.

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Warming, not cooling, donated livers may improve transplants

Study suggests warming, not cooling, donated livers may improve organ transplants

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The Expert's Guide to Buying a Used Watch

A host of emerging online marketplaces have developed secure and trustworthy methods for purchasing a watch online.

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WSJ. Magazine's Salone del Mobile Party in Milan

WSJ. Magazine celebrated its Style & Design issue this week at the annual Salone del Mobile design and furniture fair.

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Surreal Los Angeles: Touring the City's Weirdest and Most Weirdly Compelling Museums

In Los Angeles, a city unfettered by tradition and well-versed in whimsy, oddball museums flourish. Here a tour of the most eccentric.

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In New Season of 'Westworld,' Violence Serves a Purpose

The HBO series “Westworld,” returning for its second season, is intended to spark discussion about human behavior and technology, and according to its creators, the show’s copious bloodshed is part of that.

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Spouses can boost early detection for melanoma patients

Married patients with melanoma are slightly more likely to be diagnosed in earlier more treatable stages than unmarried patients

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HHS secretary back in hospital for bowel condition

U.S. health secretary Alex Azar is back in the hospital for additional treatment and observation

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Which Airlines Go Cheap on Wine?

What you get in business class can vary widely depending on the airline, and even on whether you’re on the ground or in the air.

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Is It Still Electronic Dance Music if They're Playing Live Instruments?

Electronic music is tapping an unlikely ally to help it stay relevant: actual musical instruments.

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WATCH: Meet the teacher who lost 100 pounds, then ran the Boston Marathon

Andy Bell appears live on "GMA" to share his inspirational health journey and how he changed his life around and became a finisher at one of the world's most exclusive marathons.

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WATCH: Meet the teacher who lost 100 pounds, then ran the Boston Marathon

Andy Bell appears live on "GMA" to share his inspirational health journey and how he changed his life around and became a finisher at one of the world's most exclusive marathons.

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Phys Ed: To Slash Your Risk of Heart Disease, Keep Moving

Aerobic fitness can halve the likelihood of developing heart disease, no matter how worrisome your genetic profile.

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WATCH: Moms who have depression early on may have kids with lower IQ scores: Study

Mother-child pairs were tracked and evaluated over 16 years in the study.

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WATCH: Moms who have depression early on may have kids with lower IQ scores: Study

Mother-child pairs were tracked and evaluated over 16 years in the study.

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Nuts May Be Good for the Heart, but Are Hardly a Miracle Food

Eating nuts was tied to a lower risk for atrial fibrillation, but may not lower the risk of heart attacks or strokes.

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What to know about diverticulitis, after Sen. John McCain's surgery

The condition is very common in the U.S. and doesn't always need surgery.

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Citing opioid crisis, feds seek rule change for drugmakers

Drugmakers would be required to identify the legitimate need for controlled substances to justify their production under a proposed rule intended to rein in the diversion of drugs for illicit purposes

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Why Even City Slickers Should Reconsider Classic Fisherman's Rain Gear

Even if you’re more wheeler-dealer than whaler, you can adopt the classic slicker as part of your outdoor gear arsenal

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Moms who have depression early on may have kids with lower IQ scores: Study

Mother-child pairs were tracked and evaluated over 16 years in the study.

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Moms who have depression early on may have kids with lower IQ scores: Study

Mother-child pairs were tracked and evaluated over 16 years in the study.

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Kendrick Lamar's Pulitzer Signals Hip-Hop's Growing Cultural Clout

Kendrick Lamar’s win for the Pulitzer Prize in music is the latest sign of the growing recognition of hip-hop—this time from one of America’s highest-profile cultural institutions.

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Schnaps Brings the Taste of Spring--- Sipped Straight or In Cocktails

Forget the cloying abominations of frat parties past. Instead, opt for an elegant schnaps that delivers the pure essence of fruit.

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Moms who have depression early on may have kids with lower IQ scores: Study

Mother-child pairs were tracked and evaluated over 16 years in the study.

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Dem senator: Trump VA pick vows not to privatize vets care

A key Democratic senator says President Donald Trump's pick to be Veterans Affairs secretary is promising not to privatize the agency

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Dozens arrested in drug bust in Huntington, West Virginia

A federal prosecutor has announced a major drug trafficking bust in Huntington, West Virginia

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Man with 3 faces: Frenchman gets 2nd face transplant

In a medical first, a French surgeon says he has performed a second face transplant on the same patient _ who is now doing well and even spent a recent weekend in Brittany

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US regulators float ideas for boosting medical device safety

US health officials propose steps to improve the government's oversight of medical devices

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HHS Secretary Azar recovering from intestinal condition

HHS Secretary Azar recovering from diverticulitis and will be reducing some work activities

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The Comedian Who Bought the Weather Channel

Byron Allen got his start by writing jokes. He now runs Entertainment Studios, a media company with cable channels, TV shows, a film-distribution company and with its recent purchase of the Weather Channel, plans to expand.

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Actor Ed Harris and the Lure of the Oklahoma Stage

The ‘Kodachrome’ star left behind music, football and an Ivy League education in New York to pursue a career in theater and film.

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The Instant Message Generation Gap

Some older workers bristle as chat apps proliferate, adding new distractions on top of endless emails.

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A Spin in the Most Important Car Ever Built

Ford’s Model T kicked off a couple’s passion for vintage autos; “It put the world on wheels,” says Tim Kelly.

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WATCH: Dermatologist sheds light on the downsides of squeaky-clean skin

Dr. Whitney Bowe opens up about her new book "The Beauty of Dirty Skin" and shares her top tips for clear skin live on "GMA."

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WATCH: Dermatologist sheds light on the downsides of squeaky-clean skin

Dr. Whitney Bowe opens up about her new book "The Beauty of Dirty Skin" and shares her top tips for clear skin live on "GMA."

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Marijuana-based drug gets positive review from US agency

Federal health officials say a closely watched medicine made from the marijuana plant significantly reduces seizures in children with severe forms of epilepsy and warrants approval in the U.S.

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Mind: Antidepressants and Withdrawal: Readers Tell Their Stories

Nearly 9,000 readers wrote to The Times to talk about their use of antidepressants. Here’s what we learned.

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The downside of squeaky-clean skin: Why you’ve probably been washing your face wrong

Dermatologist Dr. Whitney Bowe said over-cleansing is a major skincare mistake.

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WATCH: Is caffeine good for your heart?

Cardiologist Dr. Jennifer Mieres appears live on "GMA" to discuss what to know about a new study that suggests caffeine might be good for your heart.

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WATCH: Is caffeine good for your heart?

Cardiologist Dr. Jennifer Mieres appears live on "GMA" to discuss what to know about a new study that suggests caffeine might be good for your heart.

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We’re Bad at Evaluating Risk: How Doctors Can Help

What to do when we don’t know what to do.

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How to Talk With Your Dying Loved One

Conversations about death are among the most important, and difficult, we may ever have. Too often, we avoid them, Elizabeth Bernstein writes.

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Yes, It's Tax Day and You're Still Doing Returns for Your Adult Children

Parents are preparing returns for their grown children even into their 40s, with no plans to hand over the chore. Mom and Dad ‘enjoy it,’ the younger generation says, plus ‘it saves me time.’

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Review: Anodyne 'Civilizations'

This reboot of Kenneth Clark’s landmark series of 1969 takes a largely value-free approach to the world’s wonders.

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'On Grand Strategy' Review: The War Against Decline and Fall

The wisdom, temperament and courage that create great leaders and enduring empires—and the mistakes that may lead to ruin. John Nagl reviews “On Grand Strategy” by John Lewis Gaddis.

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Sen. McCain has intestinal surgery, is recovering in Phoenix

U.S. Sen. John McCain's office says he's had intestinal surgery needed to stem an infection and is in stable condition at a Phoenix hospital

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WATCH: Could caffeine be good for your heart?

Studies suggest regular coffee use protects patients from atrial fibrillation.

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WATCH: Could caffeine be good for your heart?

Studies suggest regular coffee use protects patients from atrial fibrillation.

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Could caffeine be good for your heart?

New research suggests that caffeine is not harmful to the heart, as it has previously been suggested, and may actually be good for the heart.

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Pennsylvania House votes to ban abortions for Down syndrome

A proposal to prohibit abortions in Pennsylvania when the sole reason is that the fetus has or may have Down syndrome is on its way to the state Senate after passing the House by a comfortable margin

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Organs from drug overdoses could help transplant shortage

Overdoses are fueling organ donations and new study offers reassurance that they can be an appropriate option for some transplant candidates

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Ketamine shows promise for fast-acting help with depression, suicidal thoughts: Stud

Ketamine, known in a different form as street drug 'Special-K' shows promise for fast help with depression and suicidal thoughts, according to new study.

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WATCH: 35 reported cases of E. coli linked to romaine lettuce: CDC

CDC recommends that romaine lettuce from Yuma, Arizona be thrown out.

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WATCH: 35 reported cases of E. coli linked to romaine lettuce: CDC

CDC recommends that romaine lettuce from Yuma, Arizona be thrown out.

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35 reported cases of E. coli linked to romaine lettuce: CDC

CDC recommends that romaine lettuce from Yuma, Arizona be thrown out.

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Immune therapy scores big win against lung cancer in study

New research suggests that many more lung cancer patients may benefit from treatments that boost the immune system, which have scored some of their biggest wins until now in less common cancer types

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Lung Cancer Patients Live Longer With Immune Therapy

Adding immunotherapy to standard chemo treatments can halve the risk of death for people with the most common type of lung cancer, a new study shows.

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The Dilemma of the Gluten-Free Diet

People with celiac disease can still consume enough of the protein to trigger health problems.

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WATCH: ESPN host opens up about endometriosis battle

Molly Qerim opened up about her health battle in an exclusive interview with ABC News' Amy Robach, saying she hopes to help others "feel like they're not alone."

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WATCH: ESPN host opens up about endometriosis battle

Molly Qerim opened up about her health battle in an exclusive interview with ABC News' Amy Robach, saying she hopes to help others "feel like they're not alone."

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ESPN host opens up about endometriosis to help others feel like 'they're not alone'

ESPN host Molly Qerim said she treats her endometriosis symptoms with acupuncture.

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Girls born to obese moms far more likely to start puberty early, study finds

A study found an association between a mother's weight and early puberty.

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WATCH: Man who lost 100 pounds to run Boston Marathon

Andy Bell, 45, went from being able to run only two minutes to completing a marathon in just over three hours.

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WATCH: Man who lost 100 pounds to run Boston Marathon

Andy Bell, 45, went from being able to run only two minutes to completing a marathon in just over three hours.

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Hundreds of Romanian health workers protest wage cuts

Hundreds of Romanian health workers protest pay cuts following government promises to hike salaries in the health sector amid a general tax and wage overhaul

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Personal Health: Weighing the Pros and Cons of Statins

Statins are often given to healthy people to prevent a potentially devastating problem, so some patients object to taking them.

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Nigeria's Boko Haram extremists hamper polio eradication

Nigeria's Boko Haram Islamic extremist group has disrupted efforts to eradicate polio in Nigeria, one of just three countries where the crippling disease remains endemic

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Basics: You Share Everything With Your Bestie. Even Brain Waves.

Scientists have made astonishing discoveries about the nature and evolution of friendship. Without it, humans suffer significant physical and emotional damage.

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Friendship’s Dark Side: ‘We Need a Common Enemy’

Friendship generally is regarded as an unalloyed good. But scientists have found it also can be a conspiracy, a way to separate “us” from “them.”

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Retro Report: A Drug to End Addiction? Scientists Are Working on It.

Researchers are studying a promising drug that could block the delivery of opioids from blood to brain, giving addicts a path to recovery.

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More Than 200 Million Eggs Recalled Over Salmonella Fears

An egg farm in Hyde County, N.C., is the likely source of a salmonella outbreak that has sickened 22 people. Eggs from the farm may have reached nine states, officials said.

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WATCH: New study finds as little as one drink a day could shorten your life expectancy

ABC's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton discusses the new study about alcohol.

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WATCH: New study finds as little as one drink a day could shorten your life expectancy

ABC's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton discusses the new study about alcohol.

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How Profiteers Lure Women Into Often-Unneeded Surgery

An alliance of law firms, marketers, finance companies and doctors makes money by coaxing women to have their mesh implants removed.

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Russians protest garbage dumps blighting Moscow region

Large protests have taken place in nine cities and towns in the Moscow region over pollution from landfills and against plans to build a garbage incinerator

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His Goal: Finish the Boston Marathon by Hand

A quadriplegic handcyclist explains how he prepares for the most famous 26.2-mile race in the U.S.

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Today's Chic Look? 'Upcycled' Clothes

Many designers are ‘upcycling’—putting luxury spins on second-hand clothing, repurposing them under the mantle of sustainability to appeal to socially conscious customers

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The Benefits of Bright Light for Hospital Patients

Hospitals and nursing homes are turning up the lights in some patients’ rooms, amid new research on how light affects mood, energy and sleep

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'L'epoque des Carrossiers: The Art and Times of the French Coachbuilders' Review: Works of Art on Wheels

An exhibition at the Mullin Automotive Museum looks at the bespoke Art Deco vehicles of the 1920s and ’30s.

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Legal Abortion in Argentina? A Long Shot Is Suddenly Within Reach

If an abortion rights bill passes in Argentina amid a surge of feminist activism, it would be a milestone in a region where strict abortion laws are the norm.

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E. Coli Linked to Chopped Romaine Lettuce Infects People in 11 States

No one has died in the outbreak, though 35 have been infected, including three people who have developed a type of kidney failure, officials say.

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Global Health: ‘We’re Out of Options’: Doctors Battle Drug-Resistant Typhoid Outbreak

An aggressive typhoid strain, resistant to five types of antibiotics, is expected to replace other endemic strains worldwide. It could evolve to become untreatable.

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Federal appeals court strikes down drug price-gouging law

A federal appeals court has struck down Maryland's first-in-the-nation law against pharmaceutical price gouging

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Trillions Upon Trillions of Viruses Fall From the Sky Each Day

Viruses shape the ecology of the planet, but scientists still have only a rudimentary understanding of the microbial impacts on animals, plants and ecosystems.

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Dolce & Gabbana Stages a Star-Studded 4-Day New York Extravaganza

The designers decamped to Manhattan to show fine jewelry, menswear and couture collections punctuated by performances by the likes of Liza Minnelli and Rita Ora.

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Fish oil capsules don't help dry eye symptoms, study finds

Many doctors recommend them, but fish oil supplements failed to help people with dry eye when put to a scientific test

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The Latest: Online pharmacy sentenced for illegal imports

A Canadian online pharmacy is expected to be fined $34 million for importing counterfeit cancer drugs and other unapproved pharmaceuticals into the United States

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WATCH: 42-year-old mom of four auditioning for Houston Texans cheerleading squad

Melanie Way is trying out on April 14, and if chosen, she will be the oldest cheerleader in the team's history.

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A Bouquet That Captures the Sweet Torture of a Delayed Spring

Floral designer Lindsey Taylor translates a 20th-century nude by Francis Bacon into an arrangement bursting with energy.

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The New Old Age: The Clinical Trial Is Open. The Elderly Need Not Apply.

Because older people are so often excluded from medical studies, little is known about how best to treat them. Geriatricians often must rely on guesswork.

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Brazil yellow fever vaccination campaign far short of goal

Brazil's Health Ministry says its yellow fever vaccination campaign is significantly short of its goal and that 10 million people still need to be immunized

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Elite Boston Marathon contender shares her morning routine

Shalane Flanagan will lead the U.S. women competing in the Boston Marathon.

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Policy on bullying eyed after 12-year-old hangs himself

More than a month has passed since a 12-year-old boy hanged himself in his father's garage after being bullied at school in Mississippi. Now experts say his school district's policy lacks written consequences for bullies or support for victims.

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Policy on bullying eyed after 12-year-old hangs himself

More than a month has passed since a 12-year-old boy hanged himself in his father's garage after being bullied at school in Mississippi. Now experts say his school district's policy lacks written consequences for bullies or support for victims.

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WATCH: Night owls at high risk of poor health, study says

A new study has shown that people who describe themselves as an "evening person" may be at higher risk of poor health compared to morning types.

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More Men Are Wearing Makeup Than You Think---Here's Why

Once taboo, tools like concealer and bronzer have found their way into guys’ grooming kits. Our conflicted writer tests it all out—and finds arguments in favor of putting on a face.

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2018 Jaguar XF Sportbrake: A Souped-Up Station Wagon for Crossover Drivers

European-style wagons like the Jaguar XF Sportbrake are lighter, faster, more nimble and can haul a heck of a lot more than crossovers. Dan Neil gets behind the wheel to show U.S. drivers what they’re missing.

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WATCH: 6-year-old sees color for the 1st time

Cameron Frink, 6, can now distinguish colors thanks to special glasses given to him by his mother, Erin Frink.

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Ask Well: How Can Oats, Which Don’t Contain Gluten, Be Labeled ‘Gluten Free’?

Oats, water, even sneakers may be advertised as “gluten-free.”

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Opinion: The Germs That Love Diet Soda

Human beings aren’t designed to eat processed foods like these.

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When to say when: Study says limit alcohol to 1 drink a day

Large international study says adults should average no more than one alcoholic drink per day

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States where you’re more likely to have heart disease: See where your state ranks

New Mexico and the Southeastern part of the United States top of the list of states that have the most people living with heart disease, according to a new study.

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The Latest: Plaintiffs glad judge scheduled opioid trials

A lawyer for local governments is applauding a judge's decision to schedule trials in suits over the opioid epidemic even as he pushes for a settlement

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Eat Joyfully, and Other Wise Advice From Nigella Lawson

The eminent epicure welcomed us into her kitchen, where she opined on the pleasure of egg poaching, demented diets and how reading feeds her. Plus: her recipe for preserved-lemon and mint sauce.

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Smart Toothbrushes Tell You Everything You're Doing Wrong

The artificial-intelligence-enabled Colgate E1 comes with an app that ensures you’re scrupulously cleansing day and night. Admittedly, it’s a little weird.

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How To Make Gnocchi in 4 Simple Steps

If you think gnocchi are too much trouble, you’re thinking of the potato kind. Making semolina gnocchi requires little time—and minimal small-motor skills. They’re pretty much slice-and-bake.

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Scientist Behind Dolly the Sheep, a Key to Parkinson’s Research, Has the Disease Himself

Dr. Ian Wilmut said he received the diagnosis four months ago and would participate in a major research program to test new types of treatments.

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The Next Statement House Plant: R.I.P. Fiddle-Leaf Fig Tree

After years as the hot houseplant, the ubiquitous fiddle-leaf ficus tree needs to be retired. These five rival specimens are ready for their place in the sun (or partial shade).

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Comfort-Food Classic: Italian Sausage and Peppers

Chef Mashama Bailey of the Grey, in Savannah, Ga., doesn’t have a lot of time to cook at home. When she does, this quick, comforting recipe is a go-to.

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Matter: All by Itself, the Humble Sweet Potato Colonized the World

Many botanists argued that humans must have carried the valuable staple to the Pacific from South America, a hidden chapter in human history. Not so, according to a new study.

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Would You Know a Fake Wine If You Tasted It?

On a visit to the cellar of billionaire collector and anti-counterfeiting crusader Bill Koch, Lettie Teague had the rare opportunity to taste legendary wines alongside cunning (and very expensive) fakes.

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An Insiders' Guide to the National Parks

Happy hour in Rocky Mountain National Park, the best float trips in the Grand Canyon, moonlit bike rides in the Smoky Mountains and a dozen other more in-the-know tips.

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L.A.'s New Playa Vista Neighborhood Is Where Silicon Valley Meets Southern California

The Los Angeles district of Playa Vista is home to Facebook and Microsoft offices, and a growing number of residents seeking an urban lifestyle.

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New York's Merchant's House Museum Offers Rare Glimpse of 19th-Century Family Life

The museum, the city’s only 19th-century family home preserved intact, provides a look at everyday life in the 1830s.

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Opioid trials to begin in 2019 as settlement is also pushed

In a shift, judge overseeing hundreds of lawsuits against opioid industry lays out plan for trials starting in 2019

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WATCH: New study in mice explores how breast cancer surgery may trigger cancer spread

Dr. Jennifer Ashton discusses what to know about a new study that suggests the wound healing following surgery in mice may trigger the spread of cancer.

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Post-surgery healing process could trigger cancer spread, study in mice suggests

The new study sheds light on breast cancer spread after surgery in mice.

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Why Cutlets Are What Everyone Wants for Dinner

Crisp-fried cutlets of chicken, pork, beef and fish please eaters the world over, with good reason. These recipes show how endlessly amenable to reinvention these tender, quick-cooking cuts are.

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A Better Body in a Pill? Experts Urge Caution on SARMs

Bodybuilders are turning to a popular new pill to get bigger and stronger, but the chemicals are still undergoing testing and could cause serious harm.

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What Are Probiotics Good For? (Science You Might Be Wasting Your Money)

The probiotic food industry has a dirty secret:

It’s creating a billion-dollar business based on twisted science.

Probiotics — the healthy bacteria highlighted on most yogurt products — are being added to everything from popcorn to muffin mixes.

According to a report by Grand View Research, the market for probiotics supplements is expected to reach $7 billion in the next 7 years.

Here’s the thing: That business is built on a little bit of science…and a lot of fiction.

“There are many products labeled with the word ‘probiotic’ in the U.S., but not all are responsibly formatted or studied for health benefits,” says Mary Ellen Sanders, Ph.D., executive science officer of the International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics.

The science is that probiotics are good for you  — but only if you have a condition that requires their use.

That’s not something you’ll want to hear if your pantry and fridge are filled with probiotic-infused foods.  

“The benefits of probiotics in foods — especially foods that aren’t fermented dairy products — is questionable, at best,” says Shira Doron, M.D., professor of medicine and attending physician in infection diseases at Tufts University School of Medicine.

Unfortunately, that’s just the tip of the iceberg. In addition to food, many probiotic supplements fail to live up to the promise on their label.

Sanders adds that, unless you have specific condition that’s been shown to benefit from probiotics, you don’t need them.

“There is no evidence that it is essential to take probiotics to be healthy,” Sanders adds.

Her next point may be even more important:

“You don’t need probiotics if you are healthy,” Sanders says.

The Hype (and Mythology) of Probiotics

Probiotics are live microorganisms that feed the health bacteria in your gut. Most people treat probiotics the same way they would a multivitamin.

In theory, the benefit of a multivitamin is that it helps make up for deficiencies from your diet. So, if you have a good multivitamin (that’s an entirely different story), and you don’t have a great diet, then it might offer you some benefits.

Here’s the thing:

Probiotics do not function like multivitamins.

Whereas multivitamins can have a benefit for anyone because it helps support deficiencies, probiotics are really designed to help treat, improve, or solve dysfunction.

You need probiotics if your microbiome (i.e. your gut health) is messed up. This means that taking probiotics can be very helpful if you suffer from a condition such as irritable bowel disease.

But if not, then your use of probiotics might not be doing as much good as you hoped.

The Probiotic-Gut Relationship: It’s Complicated

You might be wondering:

How does a billion dollar business get built on something as shaky as “maybe this will be good for you?”

It all starts with the extremely complex nature of your gut.

It’s so complicated that science needs much more time to figure it out. “The human microbiome may have as many as 200 trillion microorganisms and up to a thousand species,” Doron says.

That’s a lot of biological ground to cover, which is why probiotics are still a field that scientists are trying to understand.

“There are variety of things we think happen, but we don’t know how that all works,” Doron says.

Three reasons why what you see on probiotic labels isn’t necessarily reflective of what it will do for your body:

• Different probiotics may work differently (and again, there hundreds of different types)
• Each probiotic may have more than one effect
• Not everyone responds the same way to a specific strain

Researchers are currently trying to figure out potential benefits that have shown hypothetical promise.

One theory is that when probiotics reach your gut, they digest available carbs and produce short-chain fatty acids. Those acids then fuel other beneficial microbes in your gut, in turn, producing more fatty acids.

Why should you care?

Because short-chain fatty acids are known to create a healthy microbiome, and they improve colon health.

Another theory is that when some probiotics reach your small intestine, they interact with the immune cells lining your organs. This may lead to a positive immune system response, such as a decreased incidence of respiratory tract infections or improved response to vaccines.

Sanders says some studies suggest that probiotics improve gut barrier integrity, which is why you’ll hear probiotics recommended for some digestive issues.

But, at this point, all of this is hypothetical. Probiotics might be amazing, but — in healthy people — we don’t know if they have extended benefits.

So…What Do Probiotics Really Do?

They help people with specific conditions where gut dysfunction is a problem. Consider it one of nature’s best medicines if you suffer from:

• irritable bowel syndrome and inflammatory bowel disease
• diarrhea and constipation associated with those conditions, or from taking antibiotics
• liver disease

Additionally, some research suggests taking specific probiotics may support immune health and potentially reduce the risk or duration of the common cold.

But, any benefit is specific to the strain of probiotic, and even the transport of the good strains is still a work in progress. That’s because we still don’t know if good strains that we can create in a supplement — or a food like yogurt — can survive the environment in your stomach and then have positive impact in your gut.

“Any probiotic, even a combination product, is just a tiny drop in the bucket,” Doron explains. “In our group’s research, we saw that when subjects took a probiotic containing lactobacillus, we couldn’t even detect a change in lactobacillus abundance” within their gut.

What If I’m Healthy? Will Taking a Probiotic Help Me?

Always consult your doctor if you have an immune disorder or any serious underlying illness before taking a probiotic.

If you are generally healthy then there aren’t too many downsides. If you take a supplement, give it a month, trust yourself, and see how your body responds. It’s possible that you’ll feel better — but know that studies indicate the positive outcomes you experience could be placebo effect.

“That’s worthwhile if you feel better, but it’s also expensive,” Doron says.

If you are healthy, curious, and OK with spending the extra money, feel free to try a supplement. As we mentioned, it could have benefits for immunity and creating more short-chain fatty acids to help your gut. But only time will tell if this is the case for people with no health problems.

If I have a health condition, what should I do?

First off, skip the fortified foods. And skip microbiome tests that will allegedly help you understand what probiotics you need to eat.

“At this point, an individual cannot look at their microbiota and come to conclusions about their health, Doron says. “There are still more questions than answers.”

Your best bet is to consult a doctor who understands your condition and is also well-versed in probiotics. Doron suggests researching academic medical centers and looking at the profiles of physicians in the field you need.

“Check [for doctors whose] interests include subjects like ‘probiotics’ and ‘microbiome,’” Doron says. “The field is still young, and even for the world’s experts, there are way more questions than answers when it comes to manipulating the human microbiome for health purposes. But there are certainly doctors in a variety of fields who take an interest in this area of research or do research themselves and use the knowledge they have gained in their medical practice.”

Remember, you’re trying to fix a dysfunction, which is the real health benefit of probiotics.

Follow your doctor’s recommendation down to the strain and dose. The strain will be a long name and often include a number, such as L. acidophilus NCFB 1748.

The “dose” is the big number on the label, such as 10 billion, which indicates the colony-forming units, or CFU. Higher isn’t necessarily better, so follow your doctor’s advice.

Avoid any products that list the CFU “at time of manufacture.”

“That’s a red flag,” Sanders says. Counts of the live microbes decrease over time, so you want to know the CFU through the end of shelf life.

The front of the box will typically say the total CFU count; the side label may list the CFU for each strain. Look for whichever your doctor recommends. And if the product is refrigerated at the store, keep it in the fridge at home to ensure you don’t kill off more CFU.

The last thing to look for is any seal from a third-party verification program to be sure that what the probiotic contains what the label says it does.

At this time the ISAPP is working with the United States Pharmacopeia (USP) on a verification program, USP labels (ordinarily a good sign of quality) are not yet available. You may, however, find NSF International, which is legitimate. But note that statements like “quality guaranteed” do not mean they have been verified by third parties.

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Wheat Belly Deception: Understanding Wheat, Insulin and Fat Loss

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