Trump’s vaccine views are at odds with those of most Americans, study says; A swig of hydrogen peroxide — promoted by alternative-health devotees — can kill you; Drug company to help improve Virginia’s prescription drug monitoring system; New global coalition launched to create vaccines, prevent epidemics;
 
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Trump’s vaccine views are at odds with those of most Americans, study says
Despite debate about vaccine safety, 82 percent of Americans support the measles, mumps, rubella vaccine for public school children.
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A swig of hydrogen peroxide — promoted by alternative-health devotees — can kill you
The colorless, caustic liquid can create a gas bubble that blocks blood vessels in the heart, brain, lungs or other parts of the body.
 
The longest running streak ever ended Saturday at 19,032 days
Olympian Ron Hill ended his streak of running at least one mile a day after more than 52 years.
 
Drug company to help improve Virginia’s prescription drug monitoring system
Doctors want databases that show where their patients are buying drugs to be easier to use.
 
New global coalition launched to create vaccines, prevent epidemics
The effort's initial targets are three viruses. Funding comes from Gates Foundation, Wellcome Trust and the governments of Germany, Japan and Norway.
 
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