US stocks rose on Tuesday as investors bet that a Senate race in Massachusetts could put President Obama's reform plans, especially those on healthcare, in jeopardy. The S&P Healthcare Index climbed 2.1 percent, led by Humana Inc, which jumped 5.5 percent to $51.17, as voters headed to the polls to determine who will replace Edward Kennedy in a close race.
Tuesday's early afternoon trade: US stocks advance on healthcare and McDonald's
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