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Cyclists can now call AAA and other groups for help when they run into trouble during a ride. Here, cyclists ride near the White House in Washington, D.C., last autumn.

AAA sends mechanics and trucks to help cyclists on the road, in new programs from auto clubs in New England and Colorado. The service was announced in time for this week's Bike to Work Day

At 99, Anti-Trans Fats Scientist Eats An Egg Daily

Dr. Fred Kummerow was a pioneer in the study of heart disease and trans-fats, and says cholesterol is unfairly vilified.

Older Women May Actually Be More At Risk For Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer screening often isn't recommended for women after age 65, but that may be when they're most vulnerable, a study finds. African-American women face a particularly high risk.

Uruguay's President Jose Mujica, who is known for his modest lifestyle, sits outside his home on the outskirts of Montevideo earlier this month. Under his leadership, Uruguay legalized marijuana, from the growing to the selling.

Meet Uruguay's Pot-Legalizing, VW-Driving, Sandal-Wearing President

Jose Mujica has built his reputation on austere living and pursuing policies that include legalizing marijuana. He's a critic of many U.S. policies, but President Obama hosted him Monday.

A farmworker in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, wears a mask to protect against Middle East respiratory syndrome earlier this month. The MERS virus is common in camels.

Deadly MERS Virus Detected In Florida

A case of Middle East respiratory syndrome has been found in the U.S. The virus has killed about a quarter of the people known to have been infected. But the risk to the public remains low.

Sudden Rise In Pesticide-Related Illnesses In Eastern Washington

Washington health officials say there has been a sudden rise in pesticide-related illnesses in eastern Washington orchards. Kelly Stowe with the…

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