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December 16, 2008
First face transplant in the U.S.
The Cleveland Clinic says it has done the nation’s first almost total face transplant.
December 12, 2008
Diabetics and traditional holiday meals
The good news is that holiday meals do not have to spell dietary disaster. With a bit of planning and some healthy cooking tricks you can enjoy both good food and good health while giving thanks this year.
Holiday happiness may require a bit of child’s play
Are the holidays causing you to become stressed and anxious? Do you want to ditch the stress? Child’s play may be the best example.
FDA questioning some asthma medications
The FDA is looking at whether some asthma medicines can actually increase your risk of landing in the hospital or even dying.
December 09, 2008
Women twice as likely to die from heart attacks
Women were less likely to receive aspirin, beta blockers or other potentially life saving procedures such as angioplasty within the first few hours of hospital arrival.
Tennessee pilots fly unwanted puppies to empty shelters across the U.S.
Two Tennessee pilots are working to relieve overcrowding in their home state’s animal shelters. They fly animals that face euthanization at the shelters they’re in to rescue groups and shelters that have ample space.
December 02, 2008
Teenagers thinking about their sexuality / Aids Awareness
Helping teenagers understand their HIV risk factors can help them better evaluate theirr own risk.
The future of Aids
In the early days, a diagnosis of HIV or Aids was a death sentence. But today, people who take their medications are living for decads with what is now considered a chronic manageable disease.
November 28, 2008
New HIV drug
The researchers found those who received a new HIV drug had a significantly improved CD4 status compared to those who received a placebo.
Space shuttle undocks from space station
The shuttle Endeavour astronauts have wrapped up a photo inspection of their space ship, a crucial step before their planned reentry Sunday.
November 24, 2008
Are generic drugs as good as name brand?
One way to reduce how much you pay for your prescription drugs is to use generic forms. Generics are drugs that are biochemically identical to their brand name cousin, being of the same dosage, form, strength, route of administration, quality, safety, performance and intended use.
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.
