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Americans who have health insurance through large, employer-sponsored health plans will see a number of plan design changes in 2011, and they'll be paying more for that coverage.
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Many Americans don't even know they're fat

Many Americans have skewed perceptions when it comes to their weight, often believing they are thinner than they really are, even when the scales are shouting otherwise, a new poll finds.
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Are the eggs in your fridge safe to eat?

If you're like millions of Americans, the recent news of a massive egg recall due to salmonella contamination has probably made you refrain from ordering "sunny side up" the past couple of weeks.
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Nighttime leg cramps, symptoms, causes, treatment

Sometimes muscle cramps aren't just from exercising too hard. Find out about nighttime leg cramps, what to do about them and when to see your doctor.
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The benefits of the preventive checkups

Haven't had a physical in a while? You may be surprised how it's changed. The new checkup is tailor-made to your personal medical needs.
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You usually can keep exercising if you have asthma. Exercise-induced asthma is often treatable and needn't keep you from participating in your favorite sport.
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