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Rat tales abound in NYC after Superstorm Sandy

By DAVID B. CARUSO - Associated Press

The Culex pipiens (left) is the primary mosquito that can transmit West Nile virus to humans, birds and other animals. It is produced in stagnant water. At right is an Aedes vexans, primarily a nuisance mosquito produced from freshwater that it is not a key transmitter of disease. (Associated Press)

First D.C. West Nile death is a ‘senior male’

By Tom Howell Jr. - The Washington Times

NYC recommends AIDS drugs for any person with HIV

By CRISTIAN SALAZAR - Associated Press

Mexico recalls cream tied to US mercury poisoning

By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Associated Press

**FILE** A marijuana plant flourishes under grow lights at a warehouse. (Associated Press)

D.C.’s medical-marijuana program accents risks

By Tom Howell Jr. - The Washington Times

NYC gives itself an A for restaurant grade system

By KAREN MATTHEWS - Associated Press

State to hash out medical pot limit