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• Michael Douglas had tongue cancer, not throat
• October 14, 2013 (LOS ANGELES) - Michael Douglas says he lied about his cancer because there was a chance he could lose part of his jaw and tongue.
• Research: Vitamin D does little for bone disease
• October 11, 2013 - New research finds a supplement taking by millions of Americans to prevent brittle bone disease doesn't seem to work.
• Skin patch tested for peanut allergy relief
• October 11, 2013 (CHICAGO) - Deadly peanut allergies are on the rise, but an experimental skin patch being tested around the world and now here in Chicago could finally offer young patients a whole new option.
• Tall tales you tell your doctor
• October 12, 2013 - Your doctor is supposed to be your medical confidante. Still, many people omit critical details or outright lie when questioned by your doctors.
• Make time for doctor visit before travels
• October 10, 2013 - Call your doctor if you're planning on traveling, especially internationally.
• Get giggles during yoga? No problem
• October 10, 2013 - There is a new style of yoga that uses noise to help people relax.
• Salmonella outbreak linked to CA poultry producer
• October 9, 2013 (WASHINGTON) - The Agriculture Department is threatening to shut down three California poultry processing facilities linked to a salmonella outbreak that has sickened 278 people across the country.
• OxyElite Pro linked to liver damage
• October 9, 2013 - Two dozen cases of liver damage in Hawaii are now blamed on OxyElite Pro, a popular weight loss product.
• 'Happy hormone' can influence long-term relationships
• October 9, 2013 - A study from Northwestern University and the University of California reveals the so-called "happy hormone," serotonin, influences long-term relationships.
• Experts: Some pregnancy screenings outdated
• October 9, 2013 - There are some basic screening tools doctors use to confirm a woman's pregnancy is normal or find a possible problem, but now a panel of experts says some of them are outdated, like the measurements doctors use to predict potential miscarriage.
• Effectiveness of double mastectomies?
• October 7, 2013 (CHICAGO) - Some women facing early stage breast cancer may think having both breasts removed is the best insurance against a recurrence. But is it necessary?
• Health officials: Get your flu shot now
• October 7, 2013 (CHICAGO) - Health department officials say it's never too late to get a flu shot - but the earlier, the better.

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• Probiotics, prebiotics for a healthier gut
• PSA test provides little benefit to older men: Study
• Study: Antibiotics overprescribed despite warnings
• ACA marketplace signup in Illinois sees glitches
• Uninsured in Wisconsin start seeking coverage through health insurance exchange
• Gov. Quinn: Illinois health insurance marketplace is 'historic'
• Indiana health insurance exchange opens enrollment
• Healthcare.gov opens health insurance marketplace
• 'Obamacare' exemptions, plans, other FAQs
• Roz Varon talks cancer battle as ABC7 Goes Pink
• Video: 7 Things You Need to Know About Breast Cancer
• Video: Affordable Care Act: Enroll America
• Many questions linger as 'Obamacare' launches
• ABC7's Leah Hope answers your health care questions
• Seeing Clearly: The Truth about Lasik
• 'Atlas' gene may build cancer blueprint, researchers say
• Flu Vaccine Info for This Season
• Lunasin in soy may act as anti-inflammatory
• Flu vaccines available earlier than ever
• Study: Married people may live longer
• Prostate cancer study looks at hormone therapy, androgen suppression
• Health problems fixed by food
• Brain scans may detect predisposition to chronic pain
• How important is breakfast?
• Campaign may have led 100,000 to quit smoking
• Women need mammograms before age 50, study says
• New asthma treatment has patients breathing easier
• SEA Blue Prostate Cancer Walk/Run
• Health Coaches: Pointers from the Pros