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November 19, 2008
Diabetic develops insulin friendly device
The i-port was developed by K.K. Patton, a type 1 diabetic who disliked giving herself insulin injections, but needs about 8 injections a day.
November 18, 2008
Winterizing your skin
Blustery winds and frigid temperatures, along with dry indoor heating can transform your skin from soft and supple to itchy and flaky. There are some things you can to protect your skin from the harsh weather.
November 12, 2008
Helping pregnant diabetic women
If glucose levels are under good control before pregnancy, it will be easier to maintain that control through the pregnancy and after delivery.
November 10, 2008
Diagnosis: Alzheimer’s Disease Hallman fighting for his life
In his 8th year as mayor Harry Hallman is longer struggling with cell phones and remote controls. His wife Brooke says relief came after months of frustration and many sets of car keys. He and his family now know he is battling Alzheimer’s.
Birth control to limit squirrel population
University of California, Davis is planning to resort to birth control to try to limit the campus’ rapidly growing squirrel population.
Reporter shares battle with testicular cancer
There may be nothing scarier than to get a cancer diagnosis.
November 06, 2008
Caffeine beats skin cancer
More than a million new cases of skin cancer are diagnosed every year, making it the most common form of cancer in the United States. But a new study shows that caffeine might help inhibit, and possibly even reverse some damage to skin caused by the sun.
Connecticut dentist goes green.
Many people have taken steps to go green at home, but have you ever wondered how green your dentist office is? One Connecticut dentist recently opened an eco-friendly office so you can go green the next time you get a filling.
November 03, 2008
Diabetes vaccine on the horizon
The first human is now involved in a study designed to test a potential cure for type 1 diabetes. So far the disease has killed mice, there is hope that some day it will become an effective vaccine for children against type 1 diabetes.
Study: Teen pregnancy rates tied to TV
Groundbreaking research suggests pregnancy rates are much higher among teenagers who watch a lot of TV with sexual dialogue and behavior compared with those who have tamer viewing tastes.
October 29, 2008
Fabulous Fish Oil
More people are reeling in fish as part of a healthy diet, and there is a good reason. Studies say fatty acids in fish are great for the body.
Killer earthquake strikes Pakistan
A Pakistani official says at least 150 people have died in an earthquake in a southwestern province.
Generic drugs not all they’re cracked up to be
Most people think switching from a brand name to a generic drug is perfectly safe. But in some cases, patients and doctors say all drugs are not created equal.
October 28, 2008
New flu test provides results in hours instead of days
The machine helps run a test developed by the Centers for Disease Control that can determine in just hours, instead of days, the specific strain of flu a patient has.
Treating Bunions
Though a bunion makes it hard to wear trendy shoes, fashion pangs are not the reason to opt for foot surgery.
October 22, 2008
Mitey riders
North Carolina horse ranch provides therapy for developmentally challenged kids.
October 21, 2008
Hunting Medical Risks
Hunters are at risk for illnesses. A nine-year study of big game hunters in Colorado found nearly half of all the illness visits to the emergency room were for heart problems
Bubbleologist
‘Bubbleologist’ teaches Illinois kids life lessons.
October 20, 2008
Bionic arm
Florida man gets bionic replacement after gator takes his arm.
October 17, 2008
Dog acupuncture
Pets benefit from acupuncture.
October 14, 2008
Sunlight, lack of antioxidants tied to eye disease
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A combination of sunlight exposure and low blood levels of antioxidants may make older adults more vulnerable to a common vision-robbing disease called age-related macular degeneration, or AMD, researchers have found.
October 10, 2008
New laser treatment for allergies
17 year old Angela Amerson has lived with allergies most of her life, so she came to this new Allergicare relief center to try a new treatment.
October 07, 2008
Double mastectomy by choice
Some breast cancer patients consider having both breasts surgically removed a lifesaving decision.
Study: Americans stressed by economy
A newly released survey by the American Psychological Association shows the declining economy is causing stress levels to skyrocket.
October 02, 2008
Children’s Cold Medicines
FDA officials reject ban on cold medicines for youngsters
October 01, 2008
Best Chance To Fight Breast Cancer
Cancer survivors and advocates today applauded members of the S.C. General Assembly for expanding the Best Chance Network, a program providing critical breast and cervical cancer screening for low-income, uninsured South Carolina women.
September 24, 2008
News 2 Medical Report Arthritis Drug Treats Diabetes
In a recent study, medical researchers found salsalate may also be useful in treating patients who already have type 2 diabetes.
September 22, 2008
The future of Facebook
70 million people a day log onto Facebook, spending 20 billion minutes every month scrutinizing their own pages or those of their countless friends.
September 18, 2008
Female Sexual Dysfunction
Though we see advertisements targeted at men with erectile dysfunctin, there isn’t much offered to help women with their sexual stuggles. But that tide is slowly turning. A few doctors are starting to specialize in solving women’s sexual problems.
September 15, 2008
Brain Surgery Through Eyelid
Finding out you have a brain tumor is frightening. Imagine if your doctor tells you she would like to remove it through your eye? A few pioneeing surgeons are offering select patients a new twist on brain surgery.
