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When The Best Treatment Is No Treatment
Dr. Mallika Marshall says some serious-sounding medical woes are best left alone. She spelled them out, and explained why that is, on The Early Show.
Drugs, Depression A Perilous Mix For Teens
Depression, teens and marijuana are a dangerous mix that can lead to dependency, mental illness or suicidal thoughts, according to a White House report.
More Hepatitis Cases Tied To Vegas Clinic
Seventy-seven more people who were treated at a Las Vegas outpatient clinic have been diagnosed with hepatitis C, health officials said.
Medical Expertise Ups Suicide Risk For MDs
There's a grim, rarely talked-about twist to all that medical know-how doctors learn to save lives: It makes them especially good at ending their own.

KXII Health Headlines
	TMC Medical Minutes: Stroke Last Updated: 9:50 AM 05/09/08 - There are approximately 600,000 new cases of stroke each year, with one occurring every minute, on average. Neurologist Dr. Stafford Conway talks about why knowing the signs of a stroke and acting quickly can save your brain. (Full Story)
	TMC Medical Minutes: A career in Nursing Last Updated: 11:50 AM 05/07/08 - Nursing is one of the most respected professions and with this week being National Nurses’ Week, we’ve asked nurse Chris Thompson to discuss the roles of nurses today. (Full Story)
	Marriage 101: Why women leave men- A man's perspective Last Updated: 10:45 AM 05/07/08 - Marriage 101: Why women leave men A man's perspective on our conversation the past couple of weeks. Why do women leave men? What can men do about it? Vince Sharp is back with us. (Full Story)
	TMC Medical Minutes: 9 Months is Best Last Updated: 5:51 PM 05/05/08 - Pregnancy is different for every woman, but for most the growth near those last months becomes more and more uncomfortable causing many women to want to schedule an early delivery. TMC Nurse manager Beva Beagley discussed why waiting that full 9 months is really best for baby. (Full Story)
	Living Lean: Getting ready for swimsuit season Last Updated: 10:33 AM 05/05/08 - Shaunda and Jimmy are back with some simple exercises to get you ready for the upcoming swimsuit season. Plus we've posted some info on a segment from the CBS Early Show on how to "Drop 10 Pounds For Swimsuit Season." (Full Story)
	Cooking with Cathy: Grilled Summer Veggies Last Updated: 1:37 PM 05/02/08 - We're grillin'!!!! Chef Cathy and Lisanne have a summertime treat for the grill... (Full Story)
	TMC Medical Minutes: Feeding Disorders Last Updated: 11:35 AM 05/02/08 - Many people believe that eating is completely instinctual and that no matter what happens, a child will eat. But for many parents having a child that refuses to eat food is a problem. Speech language pathologist Angela Taylor discusses the ways she and others work with children who have feeding disorders. (Full Story)
	HPV and Birth Control- A candid discussion Last Updated: 11:09 AM 05/02/08 - Dr. DeAnn Strobel was live with Nicole and Lisanne this morning to continue our discussion on Birth Control and HPV. We asked the viewers for thier questions, Dr. Strobel answered them. (Full Story)
	Allergies in full swing Last Updated: 5:49 PM 04/30/08 - SHERMAN, TX -- Spring is in full swing in Texoma. That means so are allergies. Medical professionals say they are seeing more allergy-related cases than usual. Emi FitzGerald explains. (Full Story)
	HPV - A candid discussion Last Updated: 11:49 AM 04/30/08 - You've heard the controversy over the new HPV vaccine. Now we're getting to the truth of the matter. What is it? How does it really impact your life and your children's lives? Dr. DeAnn Strobel stopped by for a candid discussion. (Full Story)
	Marriage 101: Why Women Leave Men (Part 2) Last Updated: 11:06 AM 04/30/08 - Join Lisanne and Licensed Professional Counselor Barbara Roland for the second part of a discussion on 'Why Women Leave Men.' (Full Story)
	TMC Medical Minutes: Pregnancies over age 35 Last Updated: 5:32 PM 04/29/08 - Most women in their mid-30’s and older have healthy pregnancies and healthy babies. Even so, there are some healthcare questions that may arise for these women. Obstetrician and Gynecologist, Dr. Dianne Chambers answers some of those. (Full Story)
	Safe Family: The Choking Game Last Updated: 3:23 PM 04/29/08 - They are games adolescents shouldn't play. Now the Sherman Police Department is out to warn parents and their children about the dangers of them. Ryan Loyd has today's Safe Family report on the choking game. (Full Story)
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White House Warns of Pot-Depression Link
Bush Administration officials have issued a report citing growing evidence of a connection between marijuana use and depression in teens.
Banishing Facial Wrinkles With Fillers
Next to Botox, the most popular nonsurgical way to freshen up your looks is with a so-called "soft tissue" filler, often relied on to smooth away the nose-to-mouth line called the nasolabial or nasal labial fold.
Younger Age, Faster Breast Cancer Growth
Breast cancers tend to grow faster in younger women, according to a Norwegian study of women aged 50-69.
Acrylamide in Diet: Cancer Risk?
Consumption of acrylamide -- a chemical found in some common foods -- may be linked to kidney cancer, a study shows.
Panel: New Tools Help Smokers Quit
More people would quit smoking when doctors routinely offer counseling and medication -- and when health plans cover the expense, says a Health and Human Services panel.

Families will make case for vaccine link to autism (AP)
AP - Families claiming that a mercury-based preservative in vaccines triggers autism will challenge mainstream medicine Monday as they take their case to a federal court.
Feds: Teen use of pot can lead to dependency, mental illness (AP)
AP - Depression, teens and marijuana are a dangerous mix that can lead to dependency, mental illness or suicidal thoughts, according to a White House report being released Friday.
Flu vaccine makers to set new doses record for next season (AP)
AP - Flu vaccine manufacturers expect to make a record number of doses for next flu season despite concerns that demand may drop because this year's vaccine was largely ineffective.
US offering to help China in fight against viral infection (AP)
AP - The United States is offering to help China in its fight against a viral infection that has killed 34 children, including two reported Friday, and sickened thousands of others.
77 more hepatitis cases may trace to clinic, officials say (AP)
AP - Seventy-seven more people who were treated at a Las Vegas outpatient clinic have been diagnosed with hepatitis C, health officials said.