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Supreme Court ready to hear arguments over Obamacare

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The U.S. Supreme Court today announced it would consider whether President Barack Obama's healthcare legislation is constitutional — and they've booked 5.5 hours for the discussion in the spring.
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American midwife discovers challenges of medicine in Haiti

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Erin Curtiss, a midwife in Seattle, went to Haiti to help train more midwives. What she found, though, shocked her and disappointed her, but left her wanting to help more.
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The Tavis Smiley Show's "Poverty in America" – Seniors

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9 million older adults don't know where their next meal is coming from. Making ends meet is a daily struggle.
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Haiti: a year and a half after the earthquake

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UN Deputy Special Envoy to Haiti, Dr. Paul Farmer, talks about how non-profits can help Haiti recover from the 2010 earthquake.
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Camp Jabberwocky: Disability rights through community building

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A camp for children and adults with disabilities creates a community through which campers, counselors and the surrounding town benefit.
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Evaluating effectiveness of Medicaid

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A new study shows people on Medicaid see doctors more regularly, are more financially stable and less depressed.
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Elder care abuse case a sign of what's to come

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Stephanie Hernandez spent a year in prison after her elderly aunt, who refused medical services, died under her care.
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The Army's new approach to mental health

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A new $125 million project called Comprehensive Soldier Fitness will instill psychological strength in soldiers in the same way it teaches physical fitness.
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Link found between common chemicals and breast cancer

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Research indicates early exposure to chemicals found in plastic containers and some natural food products, like soy, can lead to breast cancer.
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Cancer charities raise money, not for research

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Prominent charities say they're raising money for cancer. In fact, they're spending millions on fundraising and administrative costs.
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