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Today's Headlines: December 03, 2012

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More U.S. Kids Get High-Radiation Scans, Study Says – 12/3/2012

Doctors urged to use lowest dose possible.

Extra Sleep May Help You Withstand Pain – 12/3/2012

10 hours of nightly shut-eye reduced people's sensitivity to painful stimulus, study finds.

Common Diabetes Drug Shows Promise as Ovarian Cancer Treatment – 12/3/2012

But large clinical trials are needed, researchers say.

Tap-Water Chemical May Be Linked to Food Allergy – 12/3/2012

Pesticide-treated fruits, vegetables may also harbor the compound, researchers say.

'Hiding' Cigarettes in Stores Might Keep Kids From Smoking: Study – 12/3/2012

U.S. law gives states, local governments the means to restrict advertising strategy and placement.

Former President George H.W. Bush to Stay in Hospital Through Weekend – 12/2/2012

88-year-old's bronchitis isn't life-threatening, doctors just playing it safe, staffer says.

Helmets Do Save Lives on the Slopes, Research Shows – 12/2/2012

Fewer and less severe injuries seen in those wearing head protection, study review finds.

Steroid Injections for Back Pain May Lower Bone Mass – 12/1/2012

Study found older women who got shots showed greater bone loss in hips six months later.

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