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How to deal with increasing threat of poison ivy

Poison ivy grows in every state in the country except California, Alaska and Hawaii. Researchers say the risks from the high-allergy plants are getting worse this year. Dr. Clifford Bassett, allergist and assistant clinical professor at NYU School of Medicine, joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss how your reaction in the first hour can make a difference. Source

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Libyan militias scramble as ISIS seizes territory

Local militias say ISIS advanced 20 miles Tuesday, seizing a power plant just outside Sirte. From Libya’s coast on the Mediterranean Sea, the extremists have even vowed to one day conquer Europe. Holly Williams reports from Misrata, Libya. Source

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New push to shrink size of carry-on luggage

An international trade group is recommending airlines adopt an “optimal size” standard for carry-ons, but the new size is smaller than what many travelers carry now. Kris Van Cleave reports on how many hope the new rules don’t take off. Source

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Egyptian mummies transported in lavish parade

Egypt put on a parade for its royalty. But the guests of honor in this procession have all been dead for more than 3,000 years. Sally Nabil, Egypt correspondent for CBS News’ partner BBC News, reports. Source

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Edie Falco on end of “Nurse Jackie,” “Sopranos” and family

Showtime’s “Nurse Jackie” injects dark humor into the serious issue of prescription drug addiction for its seventh and final season. Edie Falco plays Jackie Peyton, a lying, cheating, pill-popping ER nurse whose addiction is finally exposed. Falco joins “CBS This Morning” for a preview of Sunday’s episode and to discuss the ending of the show. Source

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Behind “Daily Show’s” veteran immersion program

Jon Stewart is known for using satire to criticize the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, but he is also a strong supporter of those serving in the military. Stewart and his team showed Jim Axelrod how they are helping veterans find jobs in the competitive field of entertainment. Source

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Combating cholesterol: FDA eyes injections as statin alternative

The first new approach to fighting cholesterol in three decades could move closer to reality Tuesday, as an FDA advisory panel is set to begin voting on recommending approval. Dr. Tara Narula, cardiologist at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York, joins “CBS This Morning” to explain the potential new approach and explain how it compares to statins. Source

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