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Doctor, Patient Warn Of Dangers Of Too Much Sun


Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is blamed for 65 percent of melanomas and 90 percent of other skin cancers.
Source: CBS

Contrary to popular opinion, a person does not get 80 percent of their lifetime sun exposure by age 18. Recent research shows it's more likely that 80 percent comes after age 18.

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A scrub technician at a medical facility in Colorado may have exposed thousands of patients to Hepatitis C, official say.
Hospital Tech May Have Exposed Thousands To Hep C
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Michael Jackson prepares to enter the Santa Barbara County Superior Court to hear the verdict read in his child molestation case June 13, 2005, in Santa Maria, Calif.
Powerful Sedative Diprivan Found In Jackson's Home
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H1N1 Swine Flu Resources

 Minnesota Dept. Of Health: General Info
 CDC H1N1 Swine Flu Fact Sheet
 CDC: H1N1 Swine Flu And You
 PandemicFlu.gov: General Information
H1N1 Swine Flu Q&A
 Good Question: Swine Flu: When Should I Go To The Doctor?
 Slideshow: North America Hit With Rare Swine Flu
 CBS News Interactive: Fighting The Flu
 CDC Emergency Updates Via Twitter
 Swine Flu Twitter Live Search Results
 Interactive Map Of Suspected, Confirmed Cases
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CBS HealthWatch™

CBS HealthWatch™ recognizes National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month this March. Public awareness for this disease is crucial because unlike certain cancers, colorectal cancer is highly preventable and treatable when detected through early screening.


Read on for information on symptoms, screening, detection and treatment options with links to important resources.
Jameson is a three-year-old who lives in River Falls, Wis. He doesn't talk a lot or talk very clearly. He also has trouble interacting with other kids.

Autism

For one week, WCCO-TV took an in-depth look at autism. Here are some resources and previous reports to offer assistance to those dealing with the condition.
Monday: Autism And Adolescence (Story, Video)
Tuesday: Adult Autism And The Workplace (Story, Video)
Wednesday: Autism Myths And Realities (Story, Video)
Thursday: The Autism Diet (Story, Video)
Friday: Autism In The Somali Community (Story, Video)
Further Resources: Fraser | Autism Society Of Minnesota
Accessing Disability Services In Minnesota Guide (PDF)
Complete WCCO-TV Autism Resources Page
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Stay on top of all the latest medical news and advances with WCCO-TV's Dennis Douda.

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