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Controversial decision to separate MMR vaccine

Controversial decision to separate MMR vaccine

Some Tampa Bay area parents are asking their pediatrician to separate a 3-in1 combination MMR vaccine.

"Conclusive" vaccination study?

A local pediatrician, who treats many patients with autism, is speaking out against a new government study on childhood MMR vaccinations.

Expo for families with disabilities

Expo for families with disabilities

From government agencies to therapists, families will have tons of information at their fingertips at the Stand Pinellas Accessing Resources Conference.

Study: New way to spot breast cancer shows promise

Study: New way to spot breast cancer shows promise

Doctors say a radioactive tracer that "lights up" cancer hiding inside dense breasts is showing promise after its first big test.

Children exposed to fire retardants at home

Children exposed to fire retardants at home

A new study finds that young children have high levels of chemical fire retardants in their blood.

Study: Parents of boys more likely to report problems

Study: Parents of boys more likely to report problems

Nearly 1 out of 5 boys had parents who discussed emotional problems with either a school staff member or health care provider, and about 1 out of 10 girls, says the survey done in 2006.
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Transportation Dept almost out of highway funds

Transportation Dept almost out of highway funds

Transportation Secretary Mary Peters says the federal highway trust fund will run out of money this month due to the high price of gas.

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Crist declares state of emergency as Ike eyes Florida

Crist declares state of emergency as Ike eyes Florida

The storm is still at least four days away and the path is still very uncertain, but Governor Crist has signed an executive order declaring a state of emergency.

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Crist declares state of emergency as Ike eyes Florida

Crist declares state of emergency as Ike eyes Florida

The storm is still at least four days away and the path is still very uncertain, but Governor Crist has signed an executive order declaring a state of emergency.
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