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As Yellowstone County obesity rate passes state average, the condition is officially recognized as a disease
Posted 10:10 PM 6/19/2013 by MTN News
BILLINGS - Once viewed as a health problem, obesity is now recognized as a disease by the American Medical Association. After years of research, there is now enough evidence to prove the cause of obesity. "It really is that people feel hungry beyond where their body needs the calories and so (More)
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Yellowstone, Grand Teton park visitors warned of sickness
Posted 2:46 PM 6/19/2013 by KBZK
The warning is due to greater-than-normal reports of gastrointestinal illness in the parks
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CDC: 99 cases of hepatitis A may be linked to Townsend Farms product
Posted 8:59 AM 6/17/2013 by Michelle Castillo - CBS News
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are now investigating 99 cases of hepatitis A infections across eight states that may be linked to tainted frozen fruit.
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Officials warn of prescription drug websites
Posted 6:49 PM 6/14/2013 by Melissa Anderson - MTN News
Buying prescription drugs online is on the rise nationwide, especially among teens, and not only can it be dangerous, it can also be illegal.
An internet watchdog group called the Digital Citizens Alliance (DCA) is warning parents to beware of what their teens are buying online.
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Cross-country skiers may be at higher risk for irregular heartbeat
Posted 7:43 PM 6/12/2013 by Michelle Castillo - CBS News
The best and most accomplished cross-country skiers may be at greater risk of developing heart arrhythmias, potentially life-threatening problems with the rhythm of a heart beat.
A new study published on June 12 in the European Heart Journal showed that out of cross country skiers that (More)
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Study: One-fifth of designated drivers impaired behind wheel
Posted 10:10 AM 6/10/2013 by Michelle Castillo - CBS News
A new study revealed 40 percent of designated drivers consume alcohol in some amount before driving, with about one-fifth of them drinking to the level that could impair their skills.
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Three new whooping cough cases reported in Butte
Posted 9:03 AM 6/7/2013 by Katy Harris
The Butte Silver Bow Health Department has confirmed three new cases of the highly contagious illness, also known as Pertussis.
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Cheesy grins may protect teeth from cavities
Posted 9:56 AM 6/6/2013 by Michelle Castillo - CBS News
Here's one more reason to keep cheese lovers smiling: Cheese may help keep a smile healthy.
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Townsend Farms recalls frozen berries as hepatitis A cases increase
Posted 11:08 AM 6/4/2013 by Ryan Jaslow - CBS News
Townsend Farms, a firm linked to a five-state hepatitis A outbreak, is now recalling the frozen berry blend health officials have been investigating as a culprit behind the diseases.
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More kids poisoned as medication prescribing rates increase
Posted 10:59 AM 6/4/2013 by Michelle Castillo - CBS News
Medication poisonings in children appear to be increasing alongside the rising rates of prescriptions being filled by adults.
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