June 11th, 2008 . by stcrim
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Imagine my surprise when, doing research for this story, I stumbled upon my own personal health information online: my annual mammograms; the visits to the podiatrist for the splinter in my foot; the kind of birth control I use, all on my health insurance company’s Web site. Would you want your files online? Here are five questions to help you decide
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Salmonella poisonings tied to raw tomatoes
An outbreak of salmonella food poisoning first linked to uncooked tomatoes has now been reported in nine states, U.S. health officials this week. Lab tests confirmed 40 illnesses in Texas and New Mexico.
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Childhood cancer rates highest in Northeast
Surprising research suggests that childhood cancer is most common in the Northeast, results that even caught experts off guard. But some specialists say it could just reflect differences in reporting.
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Consumer group urges ban of 8 artificial food dyes
A consumer advocacy group called on the Food and Drug Administration Tuesday to ban the use of eight artificial colorings in food because they have been linked to hyperactivity and behavior problems in children.
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Therapy on horseback carries rewards
An hour on horseback once a week is more than just fun for Will Hillis. He’s among a growing number of U.S. kids and adults who take part in physical, occupational and speech language therapy on horseback.
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