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NEW YORK – A national autism advocacy group is demanding an apology from CBS over a disparaging remark a contestant on the reality show “Big Brother” made about people with the disorder. John Gilmore, executive director of Autism United, said Monday that his group has been trying to speak with …

WASHINGTON – The popular anti-wrinkle drug Botox and a competitor Myobloc have been linked to some deaths and other severe side effects suggestive of botulism, the government warned doctors Friday. The drugs use botulinum toxin, which blocks nerve impulses to muscles, causing them to relax. But in rare cases, the …

Snorers may be sending their partners to an early grave by pushing up their blood pressure, according to a new study. Scientists have found that blood pressure increases in response to noises at night, whether you are awake or asleep. Aircraft noise and heavy traffic also have health impacts, the …