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Why is raw milk still legal to buy in Massachusetts?

The majority of dairy-related food poisoning outbreaks are related to raw milk, and a minority of states -- including Massachusetts -- that ...

And I would walk 500 miles...

This morning, I am wishing I had this old Proclaimers song on my ipod. It's a catchy tune, sure. But it also says over...

State insurance exchange awarded $11.6 million to adjust to Affordable Care Act

Massachusetts will receive $11.6 million from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to move the state’s online insurance marketplace ...

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Panel: All adults should get whooping cough shots

A federal advisory panel wants all U.S. adults to get vaccinated against whooping cough. The panel voted Wednesday to expand its recommendation to include all those 65 and older who haven't gotten a whooping cough shot as an adult.

Are gluten-free products a waste?

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Eating gluten-free has become a hot nutrition trend, but many of those who spend extra to buy gluten-free products may be wasting their money, according to a paper published in the Annals of Internal Medicine.

FDA takes ‘major steps forward’
in solving cancer drug shortages

Commissioner Margaret Hamburg of the US Food and Drug Administration announced that her agency has taken several steps toward solving shortages of two critical cancer drugs.

FDA: New suppliers to ease 2 cancer drug shortages

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Fitness gear roundup

From super comfy yoga pants to running gloves that will go the distance, we've picked out some of our favorite fitness gear for various activities. Discuss What are your favorites?

Dieting? There's an app for fat.

Weight-loss and technology experts say the potential for mobile products in weight loss is huge, and the market is changing quickly.

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No equipment needed exercises

If you're not the typical "gym-rat" type or just feel that you simply need to get outdoors once in a while, these moves just might be for you. There are plenty of exercises you can do outdoors with no equipment except sneakers.