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A Drink Per Day During Pregnancy Seems Safe

Kids whose mothers drank "moderately" scored just as well on a balance test at age ten. This adds to a growing body of evidence that women may not have to stay away from all alcohol during pregnancy.

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Cutting Food Stamps Will Cost Everyone

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