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Luis Rodriguez and his daughter Stephanie prior to kidney transplant surgery at JMH. (Source: Jackson Health System)

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DEA & Walgreens Settle Dispute Over Oxycodone Distribution

Nitrous oxide has been used for years in dental offices to control pain and relieve anxiety. Now it’s becoming more available to women giving birth. (Source: CBS)

Laughing Gas For Labor Is No Laughing Matter

Many women in labor ask for some type of pain relief. But would you believe laughing gas?

CBS4–2013/05/27

New Way To Drop Belly Fat

Memorial Day is the unofficial start of the summer and swimsuit season. Even though South Floridians enjoy swimsuit season year round, there are some folks who tend to put on a few extra pounds over the winter.

CBS Miami–2013/05/27

FDA Regulations Change Sun Screen Labels

South Florida is the sunshine state and we’re used to slathering on lots of sunscreen but take a closer look at your sunscreen this summer and you might notice the bottles are presented a little differently this year.

CBS Miami–2013/05/24

Study: Western Country IQ Scores Declining

In the era of smartphones, smart TV’s, and even self-driving cars, it turns out the people operating those devices may actually be getting dumber, according to a new study.

CBS Miami–2013/05/22

Mt. Sinai To Reveal Full Prices For Care

The exact amount hospitals charge for procedures has been a closely guarded trade secret for decades. But that is changing due to rules in President Barack Obama’s Affordable Care Act.

CBS Miami–2013/05/21

Sleeping With Someone May Help You Get A Better Rest

Would you get a better night’s sleep if you slept next to someone or slept alone?

CBS Miami–2013/05/21

Health Care Charges Show High Prices Across South Florida

As President Barack Obama’s Affordable Care Act begins to take effect, the costs of health care are finally being revealed to customers. The numbers show wildly different charges for similar procedures across the country and no real explanation of why the prices vary so much.

CBS Miami–2013/05/20