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Study: Emergency visits go up in Colorado after marijuana is legalized
A Denver-area hospital saw a dramatic increase in emergency medical care for pot users, especially for people who tried edible products. -
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Mailing people at-home test kits for colon cancer boosts screening rates
Six out of 10 adults were overdue for screening, a study shows. -
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Infant sleeper recalled after deaths
Some infants suffocated after they rolled over in the sleeper. -
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Want to live longer? Make this sitting swap
Replacing 30 minutes of sitting with active time each day may reduce your risk of early death. -
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Study: As a diagnostic test, A1C often misses diabetes
Other tests may be more accurate at diagnosing the disease. -
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Ladder safety: Climb with care
Springtime, thunderstorms and lightning, oh my! Sharpen your ladder safety skills with these smart tips. -
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5 things to know about risky drinking
For Alcohol Awareness Month, a closer look at drinking's serious impacts. -
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Print books offer parents, children a richer experience
Parents interact less with toddlers when reading from an e-book, a study found. -
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Midday naps may lower blood pressure
Some short shuteye may be as effective as lifestyle changes in bringing blood pressure down. -
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Having children may not trigger multiple sclerosis relapse after all
This new study also highlights breastfeeding’s benefits. -
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FDA approves nasal spray for hard-to-treat depression
A new, fast-acting antidepressant offers hope when other treatments fail. -
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Dog-walking unleashes troubling trend
Seniors should consider a smaller breed when selecting a dog. -
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Testicular cancer: A young man's disease
The average age for diagnosis of testicular cancer is 33. But it's usually treated successfully. -
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6 facts about rosacea
April is Rosacea Awareness Month. Take time to learn about this common skin condition. -
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Bedroom TV can harm preschoolers’ development
Screen-exposed youngsters had more health problems later on, a study finds. -
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Teen drivers reaching for objects are almost 7 times more likely to crash
For every second a teen looks away from the road, the risk of a car crash jumps 28 percent. -
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Even moderate drinking may raise blood pressure
New research could challenge moderate drinking's supposed benefits. -
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Inactive ingredients: Not so inactive?
A new study highlights unexpected side effects from an unexpected source. -
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High-intensity interval training may be beneficial after a heart attack
This way of working out alternates bursts of intense exercise with a few minutes of less-demanding activity. -
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Lawn mower safety: 8 essential tips
Never let a child ride with you on a lawn mower, even if you're the parent.
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