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Nicolas Cage's son hospitalized after fight in Hollywood 06/07/2011, 6:13 p.m.
Blue Shield of California to give $167 million back to some customers 06/07/2011, 7:44 a.m.
Tougher regulation of health insurance rates wins in California Assembly 06/02/2011, 2:24 p.m.
East L.A. hospital fined $50,000 for medication mix-up 06/02/2011, 11:03 a.m.
Newport Beach plans legal action against three medical marijuana dispensaries 06/02/2011, 8:22 a.m.
O.C. anesthesiologist faces arraignment in sex assault of unconscious patients 06/01/2011, 3:59 p.m.
Dirty beach restrooms pose health risk, L.A. County supervisor says 06/01/2011, 2:14 p.m.
‘Octomom’ doctor's license to be revoked, state medical board rules 06/01/2011, 12:55 p.m.
LAPD officer suffers self-inflicted wound at firing range 05/31/2011, 1:01 p.m.

Judges sharply challenge healthcare law

Skeptical questions from three federal judges in Atlanta suggest they may be ready to declare unconstitutional all or part of the healthcare law promoted by the Obama administration and passed last...

Autism linked to hundreds of genetic mutations

One researcher says the studies give the first insight into how many areas of the genome are likely to contribute to autism.

Baltimore scientists search for cause, treatment for hoarding

Two researchers are studying patients and their families to help cut down on compulsive clutter.

Blue Shield of California to cut many premiums 2.5% this year

Health insurer Blue Shield says its initiative will result in $167 million in savings for nearly 2 million customers.

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Summer Health

Keep kids safe around lawn mowers with these tips

Clothing that protects against UV rays

The Healthy Skeptic: How effective are skin products with DNA-repairing enzymes?

'Natural' insect repellents are plentiful but not always reliable

Weekly Print Section

My Turn: Wheelchair athletes inspire injured tennis player

Good Form: Abdominal training

Gear: Hands-free video cameras record your adventure

After 30 years, the AIDS war still rages

HIV patient Timothy Brown is the boy who lived

Breast cancer drug with fewer side effects found to cut risk of tumors

Web chat: Summer safety tips for children

DEET is the go-to bug repellent, but it does have its drawbacks

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