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From only three newscasts, we were honored with four separate house calls from the networks' in-house physicians. For the third straight day Influenza was Story of the Day; for the second time this week the virus led all three newscasts. ABC's Richard Besser played epidemiologist, forecasting that this season's early outbreak would lead to its earlier-than-usual cessation. NBC's Nancy Snyderman played public health activist, advising us on disinfection and hygiene. CBS' Jon LaPook played geriatrician, worrying that the virus harms the elderly most. And on ABC, Jennifer Ashton (at the tail of the Besser videostream) played folklorist, offering home remedies of elderberry and turmeric and chicken soup. But watch out! Don't eat elderberries raw!
Andrew Tyndall 1/12/13 6:19:36 pm

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