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Experimental food allergy therapy gives new hope to sufferers

Every three minutes in the U.S., someone visits an emergency room with a potentially life-threatening allergic reaction to food. One experimental treatment called “oral immunotherapy” is confronting allergy dangers head-on, and it’s part of a clinical trial at Stanford University led by immunologist and researcher Dr. Kari Nadeau. Dr. Holly Phillips explores this promising treatment some are calling a cure. ... Read More »

New benefit to breastfeeding

Researchers say that babies who are breastfed have a reduced exposure to arsenic. Also, doctors have developed a patch that can help people with serious peanut allergies. Eboni Williams reports on the day’s top health stories. Source Read More »

Oscars 2015 kicks off with stars, fans in Hollywood

With the stage set for the 87th Academy Awards, fans lucky enough to get an invite fill the bleachers outside the Dolby theatre in Hollywood. There’s lots of debate about who will win some of the night’s biggest awards. Danielle Nottingham reports. Source Read More »

A foley artist sounds off

Web extra: Movie sound effects man Marko Costanzo demonstrates some tricks of the trade for correspondent Martha Teichner, and explains why he’s not squeamish creating the sound of breaking bones using celery. Source Read More »

Why do women wear high heels?

High heels have come to symbolize sexuality and power. But interestingly, it wasn’t women who first wore them. Erin Moriarty reports on an exhibition that showcases the history of high-heeled shoes. Source Read More »

What is in the Oscar night swag bags?

Host Neil Patrick Harris gets one of these sacks of goodies, as do all the losing acting and directing nominees. The bag includes a $1,500 VIP tour to a private sea salt preserve in the south of France, and a $14,500 luxury train ride across the Canadian Rockies – not to mention the Dunkin’ Donuts coffee. Charles Osgood reports. Source Read More »