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Jun 18

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Roger Clemens Acquitted, but ‘Legal Cloud’ Lingers

A federal jury in Washington, found professional baseball pitcher Roger Clemens not guilty of perjury charges Monday. Ray Suarez speaks with Michael O'Keeffe of the New York Daily News about the turning points of the 10-week trial and the investigation…

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May 14

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Kidnapping Can Be a Family Affair in Mexico’s Drug War

Since 2006, an estimated 50,000 people have died in drug- and gang-related violence in Mexico -- 49 of whom were found this weekend without heads, hands or feet outside Monterrey. Ray Suarez discusses the latest brutality with Alejandro Junco, owner…

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May 11

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A Drug to Prevent HIV’s Spread: Truvada’s Promises and Problems

A Drug to Prevent HIV's Spread: Truvada's Promises and Problems…

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May 01

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Newborns Addicted to Painkillers: Study Finds Troubling Spike in Cases

Newborns Addicted to Painkillers: Study Finds Troubling Spike in Cases…

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Apr 13

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Obama’s Colombia Visit Renews Call to Retool U.S. Drug Policy

Obama's Colombia Visit Renews Call to Retool U.S. Drug Policy…

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Mar 21

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How Aspirin May Help Prevent Certain Kinds of Cancer

A daily low dose of aspirin could potentially combat a variety of cancers, according to a series of studies published in the medical journal The Lancet. Ray Suarez discusses the studies and the health benefits and risks of aspirin with…

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Mar 20

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To Receive Welfare, Should Drug Test Be Required?

Since the recession hit, welfare applications have soared in Colorado. Some states have proposed tightening welfare eligibility, in part to deal with limited state budgets. One emerging trend across the country: requiring recipients to pass a drug test. Ray Suarez…

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Feb 15

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What’s Causing a Shortage of Pediatric Cancer Drugs?

While more than 250 drugs were declared in short supply in the U.S. this past year, the latest worries centered on one called Methotrexate, considered essential for children battling leukemia. Ray Suarez discusses the problem and latest developments with Dr.

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Feb 13

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The Life and Legacy of Whitney Houston

Whitney Houston, the superstar known for turning gospel and soul into pop music gold, was found dead over the weekend in her Los Angeles hotel room. She was 48. Jeffrey Brown and songwriter Gordon Chambers discuss her life and legacy,…

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Nov 30

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As Lipitor’s Patent Expires, Is Era of ‘Blockbuster Drugs’ Over?

After 14 years on the market, the most profitable prescription drug in history, Lipitor, is going generic as patients, doctors and the pharmaceutical industry wait to see what will happen. Margaret Warner discusses the implications with Dr. Jerry Avorn of…

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