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• Oct 20

  • 'Dark day': Congo rebels kill 2 health agents fighting Ebola

    'Dark day' as Congolese rebels kill 2 health agents fighting deadly Ebola outbreak

    Oct 20

• Oct 20

  • Immunotherapy scores a first win against some breast cancers

    A newer immunotherapy drug for the first time has shown promise against breast cancer in a large study that combined it with chemotherapy to treat an...

    Oct 20

• Oct 20

  • Coming clean: Public embrace for celeb addicts offers hope

    Rehab therapists and addicts in recovery say celebrities who come clean publicly offer hope

    Oct 20

• Oct 19

  • USC agrees to pay $215M to settle doctor sex abuse claims

    The University of Southern California says it will pay $215 million to settle claims of sexual abuse and harassment by a school gynecologist

    Oct 19

• Oct 19

  • Heart transplant program changes chief after patient deaths

    A Houston hospital is replacing the surgical director of its renowned heart transplant programs with two veteran transplant surgeons and a veteran...

    Oct 19

• Oct 19

  • Everything you need to know about Ebola

    Health officials are fighting to contain an outbreak in Congo.

    Oct 19

• Oct 19

  • National health initiative takes aim at sugar-packed foods

    A national health initiative is urging the food industry to voluntarily reduce sugar in packaged foods by 20 percent

    Oct 19

• Oct 19

  • Report: Crew of Iranian cargo ship poisoned, 3 seamen die

    Iran's state news agency: 3 seamen die of unspecified toxic substance that poisoned 11 crew of cargo ship

    Oct 19

• Oct 19

  • EU drug agency urges approval for dengue vaccine

    Europe's drug regulator has recommended approving the first vaccine for dengue despite concerns about the vaccine's wide use and a lawsuit in the...

    Oct 19

• Oct 18

  • Letting sunlight in really can kill dark-loving bacteria, study shows

    The study hopes to influence building design in the future.

    Oct 18

• Oct 18

  • Heartbreaking obituary has raised $11,000 for drug-free center

    The death of a young mother battling drug addiction has struck a chord.

    Oct 18

• Oct 18

  • The role diversity anxiety can play in ‘living while black’ incidents: OPINION

    Recent viral videos might be reflecting larger cultural shifts.

    Oct 18

• Oct 18

  • California housing measures offer hope for high-cost Salinas

    Salinas, California, is among the 10 least affordable places to live in the United States though it's outside Silicon Valley and tourist-heavy coastal...

    Oct 18

• Oct 18

  • Fertility rates decreasing as 1st-time moms get older: CDC

    Women are becoming mothers for the first time later and later.

    Oct 18

• Oct 18

  • Health care tops guns, economy as voters' top issue

    Seven in 10 people list health care as “very important” in voting decisions.

    Oct 18

• Oct 18

  • What to know about the mysterious, polio-like illness called AFM

    Acute flaccid myelitis is a rare side effect of some viruses.

    Oct 18

• Oct 18

  • Why black women have worse breast cancer outcomes

    Here's what you need to know about breast cancer disparities, and why do they still exist?

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• Oct 18

  • Expert tips on how to keep your skin hydrated this winter

    Dermatologist Dr. Whitney Bowe breaks down the best ways to keep your skin glowing and hydrated, even as the weather gets colder.

    Oct 18

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• Oct 18

  • How 'strong' has become the 'new healthy'

    ABC News' Robin Roberts discusses a new online survey from Parade magazine and Cleveland Clinic that reveals a new take on America's definition of...

    Oct 18

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• Oct 18

  • Dermatologist's insider tips for keeping skin healthy as the temperatures drop

    "The Beauty of Dirty Skin" author Dr. Whitney Bowe shares her tips.

    Oct 18

• Oct 18

  • 25 'plus'-friendly fitness studios around the country

    What can be harder than getting to the gym? Not looking like everyone there.

    Oct 18

• Oct 18

  • 'To some, Maddie was just a junkie': Obituary gives new take on drug addiction

    Madelyn Linsenmeir, 30, died after years of battling drug addiction.

    Oct 18

• Oct 17

  • California surgeon, girlfriend face new rape, other charges

    Prosecutors say there are 5 additional victims in the case of a California surgeon and his girlfriend who were previously charged with drugging and...

    Oct 17

• Oct 17

  • As Canada legalizes pot, other countries likely to follow

    Canada is the second _ and by far the largest _ country to legalize and regulate the sale and use of marijuana by adults, but it almost certainly...

    Oct 17

• Oct 17

  • Inducing labor at 39 weeks may help mothers, babies

    Both mothers and babies may benefit when labor is induced at 39 weeks.

    Oct 17

• Oct 17

  • Obituary for woman with opioid addiction inspires donations

    A powerful obituary about a Vermont woman who struggled with opioid addiction has inspired more than 100 donations to a local recovery center from...

    Oct 17

• Oct 17

  • A collar might help prevent sports-related concussions: Study

    The collar is increases blood in the head, so that it acts like a cushion.

    Oct 17

• Oct 17

  • Melania Trump visits babies, moms affected by opioid crisis

    First lady Melania Trump toured a hospital's neonatal care unit Wednesday to learn about the treatment being given to newborns suffering from opiate...

    Oct 17

• Oct 17

  • Neck collars providing answers to subconcussive impacts

    The specialized collar, developed by researchers at the Children's Hospital in Cincinnati, applies pressure to the back of the neck.

    Oct 17

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• Oct 17

  • Feb. 7, 2001: Rod Stewart opens up to Diane Sawyer about thyroid cancer diagnosis

    "It was a terrible shock," the rock legend told Sawyer in a 2001 interview. "I mean, I just went into total silence for a few days."

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• Oct 17

  • The Latest: More charges against California surgeon, friend

    Prosecutors say there are five additional victims in the case of a California surgeon and his girlfriend who were previously charged with drugging and...

    Oct 17

• Oct 17

  • The Latest: Pot activist complains about new Canada law

    A long-time cannabis advocate says the legalization of recreational marijuana is a remarkable step forward, but many flaws remain in the law.

    Oct 17

• Oct 17

  • AP Explains: Why Congo's latest Ebola outbreak is worrying

    AP Explains: Why Congo's worrying new Ebola outbreak could become a global emergency

    Oct 17

• Oct 17

  • UN: Ebola outbreak is worrying but not a global emergency

    UN says Congo's latest Ebola outbreak is worrying but not a global emergency

    Oct 17

• Oct 17

  • Virginia lawmaker settles suit; seeks mental-health reform

    A Virginia state senator whose son stabbed him before killing himself has settled a lawsuit against a former employee of a local mental- health agency

    Oct 17

• Oct 17

  • Drugmakers funnel millions to lawmakers; a few dozen get $100,000-plus

    Before the midterm heated up, dozens of drugmakers had already given millions.

    Oct 17

• Oct 17

  • A bout with 'The Big C': 'Nightline' producer on facing thyroid cancer diagnosis

    John Kapetaneas is a journalist and segment producer for ABC News' "Nightline."

    Oct 17

• Oct 17

  • When cancer strikes the young, infertility can result; now states act to help

    Treatment for cancer and other serious conditions involves toxic chemotherapy.

    Oct 17

• Oct 17

  • GOP on defense to explain pre-existing condition protections

    Republican candidates who are still calling for repeal of the Obama-era health care law find themselves on the defensive about how they will preserve...

    Oct 17

• Oct 17

  • Canada now world's largest legal marijuana marketplace

    And they're off: Canada starts legal marijuana sales and becomes world's largest national pot marketplace

    Oct 17

• Oct 17

  • Melania Trump to focus on opioids, newborns in hospital tour

    First lady Melania Trump is visiting Philadelphia on Wednesday to meet with families of children who were affected by exposure to opioids while in the...

    Oct 17

• Oct 17

  • Male breast cancer survivor shares his journey

    Dr. Jennifer Ashton discusses what everyone should know about male breast cancer and "GMA" talks to survivors as the new ABC drama "A Million Little...

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• Oct 17

  • Former student surprises teacher with life-saving gift

    George Labecki, 63, was surprised by Lindsay Arnold Wenrich, 34, who revealed that she'd be donating her kidney to him.

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• Oct 16

  • US defense secretary sees the enduring costs of Vietnam War

    U.S. Defense Secretary Jim Mattis sees first-hand the enduring costs of fighting the Vietnam War

    Oct 16

• Oct 16

  • 62 cases of AFM confirmed across 22 states: CDC

    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has updated reported AFM cases.

    Oct 16

• Oct 16

  • Obesity surgery may lower heart attack danger in diabetics

    New research suggests obesity surgery may dramatically lower the danger of heart attacks and strokes in patients with diabetes

    Oct 16

• Oct 16

  • Breast cancer disparities: Why do black women have worse breast cancer outcomes?

    Breast cancer disproportionately affects some groups more than others.

    Oct 16

• Oct 16

  • Teacher overcome with emotion as former student reveals she's giving him her kidney

    The tearful moment was captured on video.

    Oct 16

• Oct 16

  • Teacher overcome with emotion as former student reveals she's giving him her kidney

    Lindsay Arnold Wenrich revealed she would be donating her kidney to her former English teacher, George Labecki, after he posted on Facebook asking for...

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