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Mom Melissa Herscher tries not to get distracted while driving her children. (CBS)

Forget Cell Phones — Kids In The Car Are Even More Distracting

We all know that cell phones and driving don’t mix, and there are laws against that. But many of us drive around with something that one recent study suggests is 12 times more distracting. CBS 2′s Mary Kay Kleist reports.

2013/05/09

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Want To Get Rid Of A Tattoo? Make Sure To Do It The Right Way

That tattoo you got years ago might have seemed like a good idea then. Now, if you wish it would just go away, you’re not alone.

CBS 2–2013/04/08

The before and after looks of Brooke Tetik. (CBS)

Naperville Woman Drops 70 Pounds; How’d She Do It?

Brooke Tetik tells CBS 2’s Mary Kay Kleist she realized it two years ago it was time to make a profound change in her life.

2013/03/15

This is what a day's worth of "shred" diet looks like. (CBS)

‘Shred’ Dieters Eat Many Times A Day

CBS 2′s Mary Kay Kleist talks with the Chicago creator of the Shred Diet.

2013/03/14

A new bra-like product being developed could detect breast cancer in women. (CBS)

Breast Cancer-Detecting Bra Could Be New Option For Women

A new screening device may soon be on the market that can detect breast cancer earlier and more easily than ever. As CBS 2’s Mary Kay Kleist reports, it is a cancer-detecting bra.

2013/02/22

Doing too much medical research on the Internet can be a bad thing for patients, doctors say. (CBS)

Self-Diagnosing On The Internet Can Lead To ‘Cyberchondria’

CBS 2′s Mary kay Kleist reports on the downside of having too much information available on the Internet.

2013/02/21

Miracle Berry pills will manipulate your taste buds into thinking sour foods are sweet. (CBS)

Berry Interesting: Plant Extract Makes Sour Tastes Seem Sweet

CBS 2′s Mary Kay Kleist shows us how one local chef is serving up rich creations without using sugar.

2013/02/15

A medical image of a kidney stone (CBS)

More Kids Suffering From Kidney Stones

How is it that children and adolescents are getting hit with painful kidney stones? CBS 2′s Mary Kay Kleist reports.

2013/02/14

Prescription medication (CBS)

FDA: Prescription Mix-Ups A Problem For Pets, Too

The FDA said it’s easy for errors to be made when filling a prescription for your pet. FDA investigators discovered errors stemming from simple issues such as: lookalike packaging, drugs with similar names, and simple penmanship errors.

CBS 2–2013/01/08

An Erbium laser helps skin rejuvenate itself. (CBS)

Under Laser Procedure, Face Renews Itself With Younger-Looking Skin

As CBS 2′s Mary Kay Kleist reports, the newest generation of laser therapy can take years off your face.

2012/12/24

Prescription medication (CBS)

Some Generic Drugs May Not Work As Well For You, Experts Say

Some patients trying a generic alternative to their prescribed medications are not getting the same results. CBS 2′s Mary Kay Kleist explains.

2012/12/13

A deadbolt lock (CBS)

Do Your Deadbolt Locks Offer Maximum Security? You Might Be Surprised

CBS 2′s Mary Kay Kleist shows you how to spot the danger — and a simple way to fix it.

2012/12/07

Dogs like this one are being trained to detect certain cancers in women. (CBS)

Cancer-Sniffing Dogs Could Save Lives Of Women, Researchers Say

They’re not just great companions. Man’s best friend may also be a secret weapon in the fight against cancer. CBS 2′s Mary Kay Kleist reports.

2012/12/06

Blake Troiani, 27, receives a botox injection. (Credit: CBS)

Botox Isn’t Just For The Middle-Aged Anymore

The pressure to defy the aging process is huge, even for twenty-somethings. In fact, more and more young people are asking their doctor for botox injections.

CBS 2–2012/12/04

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Beauty Product Labels Make Tempting, But Misleading Promises

What can you believe when reading the labels on beauty products? So many of them pledge to make women look younger. As CBS 2′s Mary Kay Kleist reports, don’t be tempted to buy products filled with empty promises.

CBS 2–2012/11/20

Brain Scan

Super Foods To Make Your Mind Sharper

It happens to everyone eventually. Cognitive abilities can start dropping in our 40s. So, what can you do? CBS 2′s Mary Kay Kleist reports.

2012/11/02

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Some Kids Turning To ADHD Drugs For A Boost

When you think of drug rehab, cocaine and heroin may come to mind, but some different drugs are sending an exploding number of kids into treatment.

CBS 2–2012/09/30

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Coffee May Have Health Perks, Research Shows

CBS 2′s Mary Kay Kleist shows us seven ways coffee may boost your health.

2012/09/24

Photo Of Hospital Room (Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

‘Supportive Surgery’ Can Help Heart Patients Reduce Anxiety

Some heart patients are getting a unique experience in the operating room. They’re able to watch their own surgeries with their loved ones by their sides.

2012/09/19

A CFL bulb (CBS)

CFL Bulbs Conserve Energy, But Are They Dangerous?

As CBS 2′s Mary Kay Kleist reports, new research shows that these bulbs can emit UV radiation.

2012/09/17

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