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Ivanka Trump discusses her father’s critics

Ivanka Trump spoke with Gayle King on Thursday at the Forbes Women’s Summit about her father and his hopes to become the U.S. president. She addressed her father’s critics and if she thinks her dad plays “nice with others.” Source

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Bold cancer treatment granted breakthrough status

The FDA has declared a breakthrough for treatment against a vicious form of brain cancer. The experimental procedure, featured on “60 Minutes” last year, uses the polio virus to combat cancer. Scott Pelley has more. Source

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Pregnant women advised to continue taking folic acid supplements

A preliminary study about autism is raising concerns in the medical community. Researchers found new mothers with high levels of folic acid and vitamin B12 were more likely to have kids diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Doctors and health officials stress that women should keep taking prenatal supplements proven to prevent other serious birth defects. Dr. Tara Narula joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the study. Source

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Think it’s healthy? Think again

Supermarkets are full of packaged foods that sound like they’re good for your diet and health, but experts say that’s not always the case. CBS News’ Marlie Hall reports on some common misconceptions. Source

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Breaking down study on possible folic acid-autism link

A study is suggesting a link between folic acid, which is commonly recommended for pregnant women to cut down on birth defects, and the development of autism in children. But as Dr. Jon LaPook explains, women shouldn’t stop taking the vitamin just yet. Source

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