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Antibiotics overuse linked to weight gain, new book says

There is new concern over another possible effect of antibiotics: obesity. Dr. Martin Blaser talks to the “CBS This Morning” co-hosts about the link. Blaser is the director of the human micro-biome program at the New York University School of Medicine, and author of the upcoming book, “Missing Microbes: How the Overuse of Antibiotics is Fueling our Modern Plagues.” Source

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Billionaires Redstone and Milken donate $80 million to prevent chronic diseases

Viacom and CBS Corp. executive chairman Sumner Redstone and healthcare philanthropist Michael Milken have bonded over a shared cancer diagnosis. CBS News’ Charlie Rose sat down with Redstone and Milken to discuss their $80 million donation to George Washington University to target preventative medicine for chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease and obesity. Source

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Malaysia mystery: Police ID passengers with stolen passports

Police have identified the two passengers traveling with stolen passports aboard missing Malaysia Airlines Flight 370. CBS News Homeland Security correspondent Bob Orr reports on why investigators believe the flight’s status is the result of an accident or criminal act, and not a form of terrorism. Source

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Parents more focused on their phones than their kids?

A new study finds that parents can become so engrossed with using their smart phones that it negatively impacts the amount of attention they give their children. The researchers observed parents and caregivers with children at fast food restaurants and found that several adults rarely looked up from their phones. CBS News’ Jericka Duncan reports. Source

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Blood test may help spot Alzheimer’s

Daily health headlines: Researchers say they have a blood test that can predict cognitive decline within 3 years, a new study suggests kids may act out when parents are glued to smartphones, plus more top stories. Source

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