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Injured hiker rescued after six days

Experienced hiker, Gregory Hein, spent 6 days stranded on a mountain in the Sierras. He was badly injured and managed to flag down a helicopter that was searching for him. KGPE’s Pat Leong reports. Source

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“Wish I Was Here” stars talk family drama

Zach Braff co-wrote, directed and starred in the new drama “Wish I Was Here.” Braff and his co-stars Kate Hudson, Mandy Patinkin and Josh Gad sat down with CBS News’ Ken Lombardi to discuss their new film. Source

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Justin Bieber looks for plea bargain

The pop star, who was arrested for driving under the influence in a Lamborghini drag race, is waiting to hear whether he will go to trial. Also, Los Angeles becomes a bloodbath in “The Purge: Anarchy.” Suzanne Marquez has today’s Eye on Entertainment. Source

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Preventive mastectomy concerns

A new study provides important information for breast cancer patients considering a mastectomy for the healthy breast. Also, many doctors are incorrectly prescribing antibiotics to treat the flu. Don Champion has some of the day’s top health stories. Source

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New gene therapy procedure could provide pacemaker alternative

Researchers at Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute have developed a minimally invasive gene transplant procedure that changes heart muscle cells into cells that act like a pacemaker to keep the heart beating properly. Scientists say the procedure, currently being tested on animals, could be ready for clinical studies on people in about three years. CBS News’ Bigad Shaban reports. Source

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Tough questions on Capitol Hill for director of CDC

A series of safety lapses involving anthrax and other potentially deadly pathogens was the subject of a House Oversight and Investigations subcommittee hearing Wednesday. Under criticism from both parties, CDC Director Dr. Thomas Frieden promised a major safety overhaul. Source

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