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NBC5's Nesita Kwan has Wednesday's HealthWatch headlines.

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A researcher says that, in some ways, our bodies are like marijuana plants. More
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Here are some snacks that are 100 calories or less. More
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Get the facts about cosmetic treatments ranging from breast enlargment to wrinkle reduction. More

Extra

Following reports of six children in the northwest suburbs who had not received their routine childhood immunizations and have contracted measles, the Cook County Department of Public Health is urging parents to have children vaccinated. More
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Will you be ready the next time you're struck by the munchies? More
The Neurologic & Orthopedic Hospital of Chicago would like to ask you a few questions about exercise, injury prevention and where you might look for health information to help improve your game or workout. More

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Nutrition

NBC5's Sandy Goldberg, C.N., Ph.D., reports on nutrition, weight reduction and lifestyle changes. More
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Health Center

Anyone who has a pet knows animals can provide emotional support. But in hospitals across the country, therapy dogs help with physical and occupational rehabilitation as well.

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The telltale wheeze of asthma can strike at any time. Learn how to control it – and how to respond when it strikes a loved one. More

Schizophrenia most often develops in adulthood. Learn how to spot to the symptoms – in yourself or a loved on – and what you can do about it. More

Food allergies range from mild to extreme. Learn how to manage food allergies, in you and your family. More

Colorectal cancer can grow for years before causing symptoms. Find out what’s new in testing, treatment and prevention. More

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