Biotechnology company Novavax Inc said data from a mid-stage study showed that immunizing a pregnant woman with its RSV vaccine…
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New devices take the pain out of hospital visits
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UNITED NATIONS – U.S. President Barack Obama glided into the secretary-general’s lunch for world leaders more than 20 minute late,…
Read MoreSwiss attorney general’s statement on criminal investigation into FIFA President Sepp Blatter
BERNE, Switzerland – Statement provided by the Swiss Attorney General on the opening of criminal proceedings against FIFA President Sepp…
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1 in 10 pregnant American women drink alcohol, many binge, report finds
ATLANTA – One in 10 expectant mothers aged 18 to 44 drink alcohol during their pregnancies, and many of them…
Read More‘Amazing Race’ past contestants give winning tips
Tonight, viewers will watch as a new crop of teams will head around the world for a chance to win…
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Weight-loss surgery may not increase health costs for diabetes
Weight loss surgery may be a cost-effective way of lowering blood sugar for many diabetics, not just those who are…
Read MoreEurope has ‘alarming’ rates of smoking, drinking and obesity, says WHO
Europe has the world’s highest rates of drinking and smoking, and more than half its people are too fat, putting…
Read MoreDried toad and snakeskin: Old-school remedies cool China’s vitamin fever
China’s much-hyped market for vitamins and supplements is facing a steep challenge from traditional remedies from ginseng to deer antler,…
Read MoreGuatemalan prosecutors detain 3 judges, seize former president’s farm in corruption probe
GUATEMALA CITY – Guatemalan prosecutors have arrested three judges on suspicion of corruption and other crimes. The spokeswoman for the…
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