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Wednesday, September 08, 2010  Two women tell their story of addiction recovery, made possible with help from others who have done it before.

Thursday, July 22, 2010  With the summer on full blast, the sun can damage your skin. Find out four ways to protect yourself.

Monday, May 31, 2010  Many people newly diagnosed with celiac limit their diet to a few foods.

Tuesday, April 13, 2010  Doctors at the University of Missouri Allergy Center said allergy drops are a safe and equally effective alternative to traditional allergy shots.

Monday, January 18, 2010  Imagine getting an injection in your foot. It sounds excruciating, but one woman who had the steroid treatment said it left her with no more pain from plantar fasciitis.

Wednesday, January 06, 2010  A new scan can help spot things in the brain that MRIs can't.

Monday, December 28, 2009  A new procedure makes an embarassing oxygen device less visible.

Wednesday, December 16, 2009  A clinical research procedure can help alleviate severe back pain. Also, see the transcript from a Live Chat with a back pain doctor.

Tuesday, December 15, 2009  Child psychiatrist Martin Irwin said at least a quarter of the kids he sees are overmedicated.

Friday, December 11, 2009  Energy drinks can cause health problems in teens.

Monday, December 07, 2009  A new procedure aims to relieve pain and restore movement by changing the way the shoulder works

Monday, November 30, 2009  Video guided lung cancer surgery helps doctors remove tumors.

Monday, November 23, 2009  Doctors encourage patients to get the H1N1 vaccine. Also, see the transcript of the Live Chat with the Missouri Health Department.

Monday, November 16, 2009  An underutilized method uses a special oxygen chamber to heal wounds.

Thursday, November 12, 2009  For people with vertigo, going to the grocery store can be a dizzying experience. Researchers are treating the balance disorder by forcing people to face their fears in a virtual world.