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Big Pharma CEOs testify on drug prices in Senate hearing – CBS News Watch CBS News Appearing before a Senate committee Thursday, the CEOs of Johnson and Johnson, Merck and Bristol Myers Squibb answered questions as to why the price of their drugs are three times higher in the U.S. than in 33 other wealthy
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Vornado is recalling two million garment steamers sold by retailers nationwide because they can spew hot water while heating or in use, posing a serious burn hazard to those nearby. The recall involves Steamfast, Vornado and Sharper Image-branded steamers sold at retailers including Bed Bath & Beyond, Walmart and Amazon, according to the notice posted
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Supply from drugmakers for the stimulant medications most commonly prescribed for ADHD are still falling short of demand, the Food and Drug Administration says, and many Americans who rely on these treatments are wondering why the nationwide shortage is continuing into its second year. Federal officials say they believe this year’s caps on production of
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How one young athlete overcame a stroke to pursue her sports dream – CBS News Watch CBS News Kylie Lough, an 18-year-old athlete, faced a harrowing challenge when a stroke, triggered by a previously undiagnosed congenital condition, left her unable to walk for days. Against all odds, her unwavering determination has her back in the
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Here’s why African Americans are more likely to suffer a stroke Here’s why African Americans are more likely to suffer a stroke 02:28 Every 40 seconds someone in the United States has a stroke, according to the CDC. A stroke occurs when blood supply in the brain gets suddenly blocked or when a blood vessel
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A California cheese and dairy company is recalling more than 60 products sold nationwide in a listeria outbreak that has killed two people and sickened dozens more, federal health officials said Tuesday, New evidence links products made by Modesto, Calif.-based Rizo-López Foods to the outbreak first detected nearly a decade ago, in June of 2014,
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Authorities in Ecuador have named a suspect in their investigation of now-recalled lead-tainted applesauce, which has been linked to poisonings of more than 400 Americans across 43 states, the Food and Drug Administration announced Tuesday — but U.S authorities have “limited authority” to take steps against him. Ecuador’s authorities allege that Carlos Aguilera, a cinnamon
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The production of crushed quartz countertops may be causing deadly lung issues in workers – CBS News Watch CBS News Engineered stone, also called quartz, is a popular material used for countertops in home kitchens or bathrooms because it can be made in an endless variety of colors and finishes. But many of the workers
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Aftermath of toxic East Palestine train derailment one year later – CBS News Watch CBS News One year ago, a Norfolk Southern freight train carrying hazardous materials derailed near East Palestine, Ohio, forcing hundreds to evacuate. At the time, local officials allowed the rail operator to conduct a “controlled release” of toxic chemicals into the
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What we know about King Charles’ cancer diagnosis – CBS News Watch CBS News CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jonathan LaPook takes a look at what we know about King Charles III’s cancer diagnosis and what we might expect as the 75-year-old undergoes treatment. View CBS News In Be the first to know Get
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