• Hoda Kotb: How heartbreak, wrong turns made me braver0

    The TODAY co-host talks about her new book, "Ten Years Later: Six People Who Faced Adversity and Transformed Their Lives," which tells the inspirational story of individuals who overcame their biggest fears, from serious illness to the loss of family members, to live happy and full lives. TODAY, 1/15/2013

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  • Teaching Kids to Give Themselves a Timeout0

    In schools across the country, teachers are beginning to reward well-behaved students rather than point out the misbehaved ones. Utilizing techniques such as "active ignoring" is part of a treatment known as teacher-child interaction therapy" (TCIT). The goal is to improve the instructor's capability to reduce disruptive classroom behaviors in order to focus on teaching.

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  • Proper hand-washing essential during flu season0

    The simple everyday action of hand-washing, if done right, can truly help keep you healthy and go a long way in preventing the flu. Dr. Elaine Larson, associate dean of research at Columbia University School of Nursing, explains that some people may not be practicing proper hand-washing techniques. "The biggest mistake is not covering the surfaces most

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  • Rossen Reports: Metal water bottles can endanger kids0

    Popular metal water bottles are posing a surprising danger as kids are getting their tongues stuck inside and undergoing serious procedures to be freed. Today Health, 1/9/2013

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  • Acetaminophen overdose a danger during flu season0

    Acetaminophen is found in many drugs taken for the flu that, when overused, can lead to liver damage, major health problems or even death. Dr. Donald Gardenier, an assistant professor at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine, says of acetaminophen, "It's easy to take extra because its hidden in so many medications." The Acetaminophen Awareness Coalition's

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  • Sleep doctor on sleep aid morning after: “Like driving drunk”0

    The FDA released new guidelines for the popular sleeping pill Ambien and other sleep aids containing the same active ingredient, cutting the recommended dose for women in half. New studies have indicated that women metabolize the drug differently and that it stays in their system longer, leading to a higher risk of injury due to

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