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11.20.09

Lifewatch: K2 drug acts like marijuana Video included

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A drug called K2 is starting to make waves in Kansas, and it's merely the tip of the iceberg when it comes to so-called "legal drugs." It looks and works a lot like marijuana, but it's legal. 

11.19.09

Lifewatch: Pre-term babies Video included

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The March of Dimes says too many babies are being born too soon, costing the nation billions of dollars.

Lifewatch: Robots help with esophagus cancer surgery Video included

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Acid reflux, or heartburn, is a common condition most people find bothersome, but it could be dangerous and a major risk for cancer of the esophagus. Now robots are being used to help treat patients with the disease.

11.16.09

Lifewatch: Stage zero breast cancer

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The cancer staging system helps doctors give women with breast cancer the best treatment to fight against it - even if it's a stage zero.

11.13.09

Lifewatch: Re-growing spines Video included

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About 80% of Americans will experience low back pain at some point in their lives, often a result of torn or ruptured discs. Now, there's an option on the horizon that could re-grow healthy discs in the spine without surgery.

Lifewatch: What would you look like 20 pounds lighter? Video included

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People are using new technology to help them visualize their weight loss goals.

11.10.09

Lifewatch: Adderall abuse Video included

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Abuse of the prescription ADHD drug, Adderall, has reached epidemic proportions.

11.9.09

Lifewatch: Germ-fighting molecule Video included

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Researchers discovered a germ-fighting molecule and are partnering with a group to bring it to the market place.

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