Daily health headlines: A diet high in animal proteins linked to early death, hospitals doling out too many antibiotics, plus fruits and veggies may benefit pregnant women. Source
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Crossfit: Is it safe for kids?
The intense workout program known as Crossfit has a huge following with adults. Now, there is a new trend – Crossfit for kids. But, is it safe? CBS 2’s Lisa Sigell finds out. Source
Antibiotic overuse putting patients at risk, Centers for Disease Control says
A new report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warns some doctors are over-prescribing antibiotics. Dr. Holly Phillips talks to the “CBS This Morning” co-hosts about how that’s putting people at risk for super-bug infections. Source
Biden pledges $10 billion for COVID testing in schools
Pressure is building on schools to reopen. To speed up the process, the Biden administration is promising $10 billion in federal funds for coronavirus testing in schools. Carter Evans reports. Source
More Justin Bieber arrest photos released
A Florida judge will release more Bieber arrest video, plus cast members of “300: Rise of an Empire” hit the red carpet. Suzanne Marques has today’s Eye on Entertainment. Source
Black female doctors combat vaccine inequity in North Carolina
“It just became so clear that this was going to be a population that was going to be ignored if I didn’t do something about it,” one of the doctors said. Source
Medical marijuana ads could hit airwaves soon in Chicago
Commercials for medical marijuana, and related businesses could be coming to cable providers in the Chicago area very soon. One ad that aims to get people cleared for marijuana prescriptions has been getting mixed reviews from industry experts. WBBM-TV’s Dorothy Tucker reports. Source
“NCIS”: Preview of 250th episode
The 250th episode of NCIS airs tonight at 8 p.m. ET on CBS. Source
Doctor ties to big pharma: Who may benefit most from information
Charlie Ornstein, a senior editor for the independent, non-profit news website ProPublica, discusses who many find information about doctor payments most beneficial. Source
Talking ties to big pharma: How to address connections with drug companies with your doctor
Not looking for a confrontation? Charlie Ornstein, a senior editor for the independent, non-profit news website ProPublica, addresses how newly-released information can empower patients to ask more questions. Source