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Quitting in your 50s may reduce your risk of heart attack and stroke by more than 40%. MORE
Researchers say pot raises risk of strokes, but concurrent tobacco smoking may also be to blame. MORE
By Bryan Le
Speculation on Diane Sawyer's election night "drunkenness" ran high—but it's nothing new. Talking heads have a long history of slurring their way into our living rooms. MORE
Regular cocaine use increases long-term risk of heart attack and stroke, a new study finds. MORE
By Bryan Le
Doctors want graphic warning labels on fatty foods, moderate boozing can decrease brain cells, and Whitney Houston's daughter may be drinking dangerously. MORE
A top surgeon continued operating after testing positive for coke, France will allow "shooting galleries," and Fergie talks about her meth addiction. MORE
Heavy drinkers are more likely to have a stroke nearly 15 years earlier than those who drink less, a new study says. MORE
And the risk may be three times higher for women and non-black smokers. MORE
By Dirk Hanson
Heavy coffee drinkers show a lower risk of stroke in recent studies. But women who drink 4 cups a day are slightly more prone to incontinence. MORE
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