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US wants drug prices in TV ads: 'Patients deserve to know'

US wants drug prices in TV ads: 'Patients deserve to know'

US wants drug prices in TV ads: 'Patients deserve to know'

The list prices for the top 10 prescription medicines advertised on TV range from $535 to $11,000 for a month or course of treatment, according to the government.

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Rare, polio-like illness spreads across U.S.

The disease is affecting children.

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Nursing rooms for breastfeeding moms now required at all major airports

Commercial airports will now be required to provide lactation rooms at each passenger terminal building of the airport, thanks to new legislation.

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38 confirmed cases in 16 states of Polio-like disease

A mysterious, paralyzing condition is on the rise. The illness causes various forms of paralysis and appears to be linked to virus much like Polio.

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6 children with polio-like illness in Washington state

Six Western Washington children are being evaluated for acute flaccid myelitis (AFM), a rare condition that affects a person's nervous system and can cause paralysis of limbs.

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Valley cancer center offering free screening for first responders

Cancer is the No. 1 killer of firefighters. The Vincere Cancer Center announced a partnering program with Valley fire and police agencies to offer free cancer screenings for their personnel for the month of November.

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Trump signs bills to help patients stop overpaying for drugs

Insurers will no longer be able to bar pharmacists from telling consumers when paying cash would be cheaper than using insurance for their prescriptions.

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Pulse on Health: Sit-stand desks, wet hair to bed & new youth elixir

Sit-stand desks are better for your health and work performance, wet hair to bed can spread fungus, and doctors at the Mayo Clinic may have discovered the elixir of youth.

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Here's how to find mental health services near you

If you need immediate help, call 911 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.

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What is acute flaccid myelitis, the mysterious polio-like disorder affecting kids?

There's been a recent spike in a polio-like disease that is paralyzing children's arms and legs.

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Justice Department approves $69 billion CVS Health-Aetna merger

The deal is expected to give CVS a bigger role in health care.

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Beware sugar intake with seasonal coffee drinks, health experts say

Seasonal treats are everywhere this time of year, but be warned: they contain a lot of sugar. More daily sugar than anyone should consume.

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Rare, Polio-like illness spreading across the U.S.

There is no vaccine and no cure for a disease that has Polio-like symptoms. The disease mostly impacts children. We speak to doctors about what parents should be on the look out for.

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VERIFY: 6 million pounds of beef recalled, can you still eat it?

At least 57 cases of illnesses from the beef have been reported around the country.

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Colorado pilot fired, says he didn’t know candy was marijuana edible

A Colorado pilot lost his medical certifications to fly after he said he accidentally ate a marijuana edible.

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Healing through hugs

Never underestimate the power of a simple hug. New research shows how hugs can boost mood and even help heal someone dealing with daily conflicts.

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