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UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The number of children under the age of five who die annually fell to less than 7 million in 2011, but around 19,000 boys and girls around the world are still dying every day from largely preventable causes, the U.N. children's agency said in a report released Wednesday night.

Docs: NYC ban on big, sugary drinks could help

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NEW YORK (AP) — The era of the supersized cola may come to an end in New York City on Thursday, when health officials are expected to approve an unprecedented 16-ounce limit on sodas and other sugary drinks at restaurants, delis and movie theaters. But will it actually translate into better health?

Lust May Dampen Humans' Sense of Disgust, Study Suggests

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Women were less grossed out by 'icky' things when sexually aroused

Whooping cough vaccine loses punch too fast

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NEW YORK (AP) — As the U.S. wrestles with its biggest whooping cough outbreak in decades, researchers appear to have zeroed in on the main cause: The safer vaccine that was introduced in the 1990s loses effectiveness much faster than previously thought.

Whooping Cough Vaccine Protection Fades Over Time: Study

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CDC recommends booster shots for teens and adults

3-D Imaging Might Make Some Surgeries Safer

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French doctors used virtual model to help them navigate patient's neck during operation

Newly Approved Imaging Agent Helps Find Prostate Cancer

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But not replacement for actual tissue testing, FDA says

'Berlin Man,' doctor convinced HIV cure is real

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ST. LOUIS (AP) — The first person reportedly cured of HIV said Wednesday he is hopeful that medical advances will allow others suffering from the virus that causes AIDS to be cured, too.

'Superpowered' Bacteria May Lurk Behind Sinus Infections

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Research suggests it's survival of the fittest among these germs

Human Stem Cells Restore Hearing to Deaf Gerbils in Study

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Next step is to determine if procedure is safe and recovery persists

CDC: Nation on track for deadliest West Nile year

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NEW YORK (AP) — Health officials say they're convinced this will be the worst year for West Nile virus deaths and severe illnesses since the disease hit America's shores in 1999.

CDC reports incidents of tainted ricotta cheese

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WASHINGTON (AP) — The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says ricotta cheese tainted with listeria bacteria is linked to 14 illnesses and at least one death.