• FDA says 1 in 5 remove breast implants
Don’t expect breast implants to last for life, the government warned Wednesday. About 1 in 5 women who receive them for cosmetic reasons will have them removed within 10 years, and those odds are even higher for cancer survivors.
By Matthew Perrone and Lauran Neergaard - The Washington Times
• Sun exposure in babies could mean cancer later
Getting too much sun is bad for anyone, but it's especially dangerous for babies, whose sensitive skin hasn't developed enough layers of natural protection to withstand intense summer rays.
• Why Brazil's response to AIDS worked
As we mark the 30th anniversary of the CDC's official reporting of the HIV/AIDS epidemic, it's surprising to see which nation has fared the best in response. It's not the United States; it's not China, India, or even Russia ... It's our good friend to the south, Brazil.
• German-grown sprouts named likely culprit in deadly outbreak
Sprouts grown in Germany are the likely source for an E. coli outbreak that has killed 22 people, officials said Sunday.
• How to Choose Health Insurance
These days, choosing health care coverage can be far more complicated than choosing a new car. There are lots of health insurance models to choose from; each has its unique features; and like cars, the price tags vary widely.
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