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JAN. 15, 2009

LATEST HEALTH NEWS  Brought to you by Mexican Food Can Fight Cancer If you love Mexican food but think it's bad for you, think again. A new study shows that the right Mexican food might actually prevent cancer. Holy frijoles! MORE The Bulletproof Bug Antibiotics save lives. But for some people, antibiotics can lead to a slow, painful death. MORE Did You See That Pink Elephant? Put down that coffee. (Or don't). Hallucinations have been tied to caffeine, according to a new study. MORE Health Forces Jobs to Take Leave From Apple Apple Inc.'s CEO Steve Jobs says he is taking a medical leave of absence, telling employees that his health issues are more complex than he thought. MORE STDs Rebound After Long Decline Sexually spread diseases — for years on the decline — are on the rise, with reported chlamydia cases setting a record, government health officials said Tuesday. MORE WEATHER TODAY HIGH: 68 LOW: 48   TRAFFIC GREEN HEADLINES No Mavericks This Weekend, But There Will Be Surfing This year's world-renowned Mavericks Surf Contest in Half Moon Bay  will not be held Saturday as speculated, but surfers still plan to catch some  "fun" waves this weekend, contest... MORE Want to Save Money at SFO? Rent Greener Cars People who rent cars at San Francisco International Airport will soon be able to save money if they rent a hybrid or high-mileage car. MORE SoCal Ocean Deathtrap Sliced Into Pieces Volunteer scuba divers are cutting a massive fishing net that has turned into a deadly trap for all manner of marine life off Southern California. MORE

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