http://www.wafb.com/category/38882/latest-health-news en-us Copyright 2000 - 2017 WorldNow and WAFB.com Health 15 latest-health-news http://www.wafb.com/story/35856480/do-moms-who-smoke-in-pregnancy-raise-their-odds-for-a-troubled-teen Category35856480 WAFB.com Tue, 11 Jul 2017 10:03:00 EDT Expectant mothers have been warned for years to avoid cigarettes. Now researchers report another reason to follow that advice: Teens and young adults whose mothers smoked during pregnancy may be more likely to break the law and be antisocial. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35861826/docs-should-counsel-even-healthy-people-on-diet-exercise-experts-say Category35861826 WAFB.com Tue, 11 Jul 2017 19:03:00 EDT Lifestyle counseling could help protect the long-term heart health of adults who aren't yet at high risk for heart attack and stroke, a panel of medical experts says. _Health - Cardiovascular http://www.wafb.com/story/35853167/viagra-might-make-for-a-safer-more-effective-stent Category35853167 WAFB.com Tue, 11 Jul 2017 00:03:00 EDT It's worked wonders for men battling erectile dysfunction, and now early research suggests that Viagra -- when added to artery-opening stents -- might cut a patient's odds for clots. _Health - Cardiovascular http://www.wafb.com/story/35846965/sugary-drinks-in-pregnancy-tied-to-heavier-kids-later Category35846965 WAFB.com Mon, 10 Jul 2017 10:03:00 EDT Could a pregnant woman's craving for sugar-sweetened drinks put her child at risk for being overweight later in life? _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35801173/probiotic-supplements-failed-to-prevent-babies-infections Category35801173 WAFB.com Mon, 3 Jul 2017 10:03:00 EDT Probiotic supplements may not protect babies from catching colds or stomach bugs in day care, a new clinical trial suggests. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35851872/daily-jolt-of-java-may-bring-longer-life Category35851872 WAFB.com Mon, 10 Jul 2017 19:03:00 EDT Here's news to perk up your day: Drinking coffee might help you live a little longer, two new studies suggest. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35841838/keep-your-summer-cookouts-safe Category35841838 WAFB.com Sun, 9 Jul 2017 10:03:00 EDT Backyard barbecues are a seasonal staple, but summer heat makes it extra important to keep food safety in mind. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35832809/2-of-3-americans-dont-have-advance-directive-for-end-of-life Category35832809 WAFB.com Fri, 7 Jul 2017 10:03:00 EDT Most people don't like talking about dying, especially their own death. But it's important to let your loved ones know how you'd like your medical care handled when your "time" comes. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35836926/fda-approves-new-drug-for-sickle-cell-disease Category35836926 WAFB.com Fri, 7 Jul 2017 19:03:00 EDT The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday approved the first new drug for sickle cell disease in nearly two decades. _Health - Anemia http://www.wafb.com/story/35832807/the-neighborhood-sandbox-a-breeding-ground-for-germs Category35832807 WAFB.com Fri, 7 Jul 2017 10:03:00 EDT Kids love to play in sandboxes, and it helps them develop motor and social skills. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35823983/bullying-takes-financial-toll-on-us-school-districts Category35823983 WAFB.com Thu, 6 Jul 2017 10:03:00 EDT Bullying can come with a hefty hidden cost for U.S. schools, a new study finds. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35814224/health-tip-when-summer-heat-gets-intense Category35814224 WAFB.com Wed, 5 Jul 2017 09:03:00 EDT Intense summer heat can be downright dangerous. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35811263/is-shingles-tied-to-heart-stroke-risk Category35811263 WAFB.com Tue, 4 Jul 2017 19:03:00 EDT Shingles may be tied to an increased risk for heart disease, a new study suggests. _Health - Cardiovascular http://www.wafb.com/story/35811264/how-to-keep-your-kids-out-of-the-er-this-summer Category35811264 WAFB.com Tue, 4 Jul 2017 19:03:00 EDT Make sure safety is part of kids' summer fun. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35800931/health-tip-are-my-toddlers-eating-habits-normal Category35800931 WAFB.com Mon, 3 Jul 2017 09:03:00 EDT Parents may be worried that toddlers aren't getting enough calories or nutrients. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35800930/health-tip-reap-the-benefits-of-intense-exercise Category35800930 WAFB.com Mon, 3 Jul 2017 09:03:00 EDT High intensity interval training involves cardiovascular exercise in short intervals at high intensity. _Health - Exercise and Fitness http://www.wafb.com/story/35785133/heat-deaths-in-us-cities-could-jump-10-fold-if-climate-change-isnt-slowed Category35785133 WAFB.com Fri, 30 Jun 2017 00:03:00 EDT America's exit from the Paris climate change agreement will lead to more punishing summer heat waves and thousands of additional heat-related deaths each year in major U.S. cities, a new report claims. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35783870/more-americans-are-walking-for-exercise Category35783870 WAFB.com Thu, 29 Jun 2017 19:03:00 EDT Call it a step in the right direction: More and more Americans are trying to walk their way to better health. _Health - Exercise and Fitness http://www.wafb.com/story/35783869/many-women-mistaken-on-side-effects-of-breast-cancer-drug Category35783869 WAFB.com Thu, 29 Jun 2017 19:03:00 EDT Many women at high risk for breast cancer do not take the drug tamoxifen to prevent the disease, often because they confuse naturally occurring symptoms with side effects from the drug. _Health - Breast Cancer http://www.wafb.com/story/35775293/antibiotics-improve-treatment-of-skin-abscesses Category35775293 WAFB.com Thu, 29 Jun 2017 00:03:00 EDT New research might change the way doctors treat skin abscesses in children and adults, medical experts say. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35778403/slowed-walking-shrinking-brain Category35778403 WAFB.com Thu, 29 Jun 2017 10:03:00 EDT It isn't unusual for older people to slow down a bit as the years go by. But for seniors, slowed walking may signal mental decline, and now a new study suggests why. _Health - Neurological http://www.wafb.com/story/35778402/is-potential-human-life-span-unlimited Category35778402 WAFB.com Thu, 29 Jun 2017 10:03:00 EDT Have you ever thought about what it might be like to live into your hundreds? Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35768316/community-intervention-may-aid-fight-against-childhood-obesity Category35768316 WAFB.com Wed, 28 Jun 2017 10:02:00 EDT It has been said it takes a village to raise a child. Now, a new study suggests that it might take a community to achieve modest reductions in obesity rates among U.S. children. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35765177/bye-bye-flu-shot-hello-patch Category35765177 WAFB.com Wed, 28 Jun 2017 00:02:00 EDT An experimental flu vaccine patch with dissolving microneedles appears safe and effective, a preliminary study shows. _Health - Cold and Flu http://www.wafb.com/story/35763671/fewer-americans-hospitalized-for-heart-failure Category35763671 WAFB.com Tue, 27 Jun 2017 19:02:00 EDT The number of Americans hospitalized for heart failure has dropped substantially since 2002, but blacks still face higher risks, a new study finds. _Health - Cardiovascular http://www.wafb.com/story/35758277/could-shift-work-damage-your-dna Category35758277 WAFB.com Tue, 27 Jun 2017 10:02:00 EDT When people work the night shift, their bodies might have less capacity to repair everyday damage to cells' DNA, a small study hints. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35755035/persistent-stress-may-hasten-death-in-heart-patients Category35755035 WAFB.com Tue, 27 Jun 2017 00:02:00 EDT If you have heart disease, unrelenting stress might hasten your death, researchers report. _Health - Anxiety http://www.wafb.com/story/35755034/senate-health-bill-would-leave-22-million-more-uninsured-by-2026-cbo Category35755034 WAFB.com Tue, 27 Jun 2017 00:02:00 EDT The Senate Republican plan to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act would leave 22 million more Americans uninsured by 2026, the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) said Monday. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35748852/boozing-can-age-you-right-down-to-your-cells Category35748852 WAFB.com Mon, 26 Jun 2017 10:02:00 EDT The more you booze it up, the more your cells age, increasing your risk for age-related health problems like heart disease, diabetes, cancer and dementia, a new study suggests. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35748853/immunizations-for-high-flyin-travelers Category35748853 WAFB.com Mon, 26 Jun 2017 10:02:00 EDT Nothing spoils a trip faster than getting sick. And a good way to protect yourself is by getting certain vaccinations before you leave home. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35748851/when-is-an-opioid-safe-to-take Category35748851 WAFB.com Mon, 26 Jun 2017 10:02:00 EDT Many people in pain are apprehensive about taking an opioid painkiller to ease their suffering, and rightfully so. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35731880/guided-exercise-may-help-chronic-fatigue-patients-study Category35731880 WAFB.com Fri, 23 Jun 2017 00:02:00 EDT An expert-guided, self-help exercise program may help people with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), a new study suggests. _Health - Exercise and Fitness http://www.wafb.com/story/35730428/mammogram-decision-hinges-on-patient-doc-talk-ob-gyn-group-says Category35730428 WAFB.com Thu, 22 Jun 2017 19:02:00 EDT As the debate continues about the best time for mammograms, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) is asking women to add their voice to the discussion. _Health - Breast Cancer http://www.wafb.com/story/35730427/senate-republicans-reveal-their-replacement-for-obamacare Category35730427 WAFB.com Thu, 22 Jun 2017 19:02:00 EDT Attempting to thread a very tight needle, Senate Republicans on Thursday released a health-care reform bill intended to undo major parts of the Affordable Care Act while still supporting the public's access to healthcare Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35721895/big-gap-in-cancer-deaths-between-rich-poor-countries Category35721895 WAFB.com Thu, 22 Jun 2017 00:02:00 EDT Over the past few decades, death rates linked to cancer and heart disease have declined in most developed nations, thanks to more effective prevention strategies, early detection and greater access to quality health care. _Health - Cancer http://www.wafb.com/story/35721894/many-doctors-silent-on-cost-of-cancer-care Category35721894 WAFB.com Thu, 22 Jun 2017 00:02:00 EDT Cancer doctors are often mute when a patient asks about the cost of treatment, a new study shows. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35720481/head-position-may-not-affect-outcome-after-stroke Category35720481 WAFB.com Wed, 21 Jun 2017 19:02:00 EDT New research might turn conventional stroke treatment on its head. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35715084/could-you-raise-a-no-diaper-baby Category35715084 WAFB.com Wed, 21 Jun 2017 10:02:00 EDT Environmentally conscious parents have long struggled with the fact that their baby's dirty diapers wind up in landfills, but what option do they have? _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35715086/do-older-dads-produce-brainy-boys Category35715086 WAFB.com Wed, 21 Jun 2017 10:02:00 EDT In a finding that might bring older Dads some peace of mind about their sons' future job prospects, a new study shows these kids are more likely to be "geeks." _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35710438/could-certain-hair-dyes-relaxers-raise-breast-cancer-risk Category35710438 WAFB.com Tue, 20 Jun 2017 19:02:00 EDT The safety of hair products has been debated for years. Now, new research suggests that black women who use dark hair dyes face a higher risk of breast cancer, while chemical relaxers and straighteners boost the odds in white women _Health - Breast Cancer http://www.wafb.com/story/35701474/americans-want-to-be-fit-but-most-dont-put-in-the-effort Category35701474 WAFB.com Tue, 20 Jun 2017 00:02:00 EDT Most Americans want to be in better shape, but few are putting in the work to get there, a new survey shows. _Health - Exercise and Fitness http://www.wafb.com/story/35694820/guns-kill-or-wound-7000-us-kids-a-year-report Category35694820 WAFB.com Mon, 19 Jun 2017 09:01:00 EDT Each year in America, nearly 1,300 children die from guns, with boys and blacks struck down most often, federal health officials report. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35700164/yoga-soothes-back-pain-in-study Category35700164 WAFB.com Mon, 19 Jun 2017 19:02:00 EDT If you suffer from chronic low back pain, yoga might bring you as much relief as physical therapy, a new trial shows. _Health - Alternative Medicine http://www.wafb.com/story/35685188/summer-fun-is-not-without-hazards Category35685188 WAFB.com Fri, 16 Jun 2017 19:01:00 EDT Preventable deaths spike during the summer in the United States. But, following some simple safety measures can reduce accidents, the National Safety Council says. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35682876/high-intensity-exercise-may-be-bad-for-the-bowels Category35682876 WAFB.com Fri, 16 Jun 2017 14:01:00 EDT When it comes to stomach discomfort during exercise, forget that old adage "no pain, no gain." New research suggests that excessive strenuous exercise may lead to gut damage. _Health - Anxiety http://www.wafb.com/story/35685186/lifesaving-drugs-from-pfizer-in-short-supply-fda Category35685186 WAFB.com Fri, 16 Jun 2017 19:01:00 EDT The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said Friday that it's working with the drug company Pfizer to remedy a shortage of important injectable medications, including emergency syringes of epinephrine. _Health - Allergies http://www.wafb.com/story/35677233/many-young-americans-using-snuff-chewing-tobacco Category35677233 WAFB.com Thu, 15 Jun 2017 19:01:00 EDT More than 3 percent of Americans age 12 and older said they'd used chewing tobacco or snuff in the past month, according to a recent federal government report. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35677232/horse-therapy-could-rein-in-strokes-damage-years-later Category35677232 WAFB.com Thu, 15 Jun 2017 19:01:00 EDT It may not be for everyone, but a new study suggests that the smooth stride of a gentle horse may help stroke survivors regain lost mobility and balance years after their brain attack. _Health - Cardiovascular http://www.wafb.com/story/35677231/first-decline-seen-in-vaping-among-us-teens-cdc Category35677231 WAFB.com Thu, 15 Jun 2017 19:01:00 EDT For the first time since the U.S. government began tracking e-cigarette use among American youth, a new report shows fewer teens are vaping. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35667346/could-prefab-blood-vessels-revolutionize-root-canals Category35667346 WAFB.com Wed, 14 Jun 2017 19:01:00 EDT A new discovery could give root canal patients a reason to smile. Researchers say they've found a way to create new blood vessels that could help these teeth last longer. _Health - Dental http://www.wafb.com/story/35667345/a-sufferers-guide-to-easin-sneezin-season Category35667345 WAFB.com Wed, 14 Jun 2017 19:01:00 EDT When seasonal allergies strike, what remedy is right for you? The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has some answers. _Health - Allergies http://www.wafb.com/story/35667343/broccoli-extract-shows-promise-for-type-2-diabetes Category35667343 WAFB.com Wed, 14 Jun 2017 19:01:00 EDT Your Mom may have been right about broccoli's goodness. A small study hints that a substance in the crunchy veggy may help some with diabetes get better control of their blood sugar. _Health - Diabetes http://www.wafb.com/story/35654979/can-coffee-tea-protect-the-liver-from-western-diet Category35654979 WAFB.com Tue, 13 Jun 2017 14:01:00 EDT Regularly drinking coffee or herbal tea may help prevent chronic liver disease, new research suggests. _Health - Liver_Problems http://www.wafb.com/story/35657635/flu-shot-falls-short-more-often-for-obese-people-study Category35657635 WAFB.com Tue, 13 Jun 2017 19:01:00 EDT A flu shot is the best way to avoid getting sick, but new research reveals the vaccine doesn't work as well for people who are obese. _Health - Allergies http://www.wafb.com/story/35657632/fda-puts-brakes-on-rule-requiring-new-nutrition-facts-label Category35657632 WAFB.com Tue, 13 Jun 2017 19:01:00 EDT The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday announced that the launch of an updated "nutrition facts" panel on foods, developed during the Obama administration, will now be delayed. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35647825/could-your-breakfast-cloud-your-judgment Category35647825 WAFB.com Mon, 12 Jun 2017 19:01:00 EDT Will that be eggs or cereal? The decisions people make might be partly based on what they had for breakfast that morning, a preliminary study suggests. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35647824/beans-or-sizzlin-beans-words-get-people-eating-healthier Category35647824 WAFB.com Mon, 12 Jun 2017 19:01:00 EDT When is a carrot not just a carrot? When it's a "twisted citrus-glazed carrot." _Health - Dieting http://www.wafb.com/story/35647827/nearly-10-million-us-adults-suffer-from-mental-illness Category35647827 WAFB.com Mon, 12 Jun 2017 19:01:00 EDT Nearly 10 million American adults have a serious mental illness, and a similar number have considered suicide during the past year, according to a new government report on the nation's behavioral ills. _Health - Anxiety http://www.wafb.com/story/35636153/can-folks-with-type-2-diabetes-forgo-the-finger-stick Category35636153 WAFB.com Sat, 10 Jun 2017 19:01:00 EDT People with type 2 diabetes who aren't taking insulin don't necessarily need to check their blood sugar levels, a new study contends. _Health - Diabetes http://www.wafb.com/story/35632421/new-drugs-show-promise-as-first-to-prevent-migraine Category35632421 WAFB.com Fri, 9 Jun 2017 19:00:00 EDT A host of new drugs that appear to prevent migraine headaches are in the final stages of testing and approval in the United States. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35637512/with-summer-sun-comes-heightened-skin-cancer-risk Category35637512 WAFB.com Sun, 11 Jun 2017 10:01:00 EDT Summer beckons, and with those sunny skies comes a warning to protect yourself from skin cancer. _Health - Cancer http://www.wafb.com/story/35624234/opioids-over-prescribed-after-c-sections-studies Category35624234 WAFB.com Thu, 8 Jun 2017 19:00:00 EDT Women are routinely prescribed more opioid painkillers than they need after Cesarean sections, creating a high risk for misuse, a trio of new studies suggests. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35625484/1-in-20-pregnant-women-infected-with-zika-have-babies-with-birth-defects-cdc Category35625484 WAFB.com Fri, 9 Jun 2017 00:00:00 EDT One in 20 women in the U.S. territories who were infected with Zika during pregnancy had babies with serious birth defects, officials reported Thursday. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35624236/its-snakes-to-the-rescue-for-heart-patients Category35624236 WAFB.com Thu, 8 Jun 2017 19:00:00 EDT Scary pit vipers may need an image upgrade: Their venom might end up helping human heart patients, research suggests. _Health - Cardiovascular http://www.wafb.com/story/35616242/guard-against-this-little-known-swimming-danger Category35616242 WAFB.com Thu, 8 Jun 2017 00:00:00 EDT An electric shock is an often overlooked threat to swimmers, a safety expert warns. _Health - Exercise and Fitness http://www.wafb.com/story/35614788/study-confirms-link-between-diabetes-med-and-rare-but-dangerous-complication Category35614788 WAFB.com Wed, 7 Jun 2017 19:00:00 EDT A new class of type 2 diabetes drugs called SGLT2 inhibitors could increase the risk of a rare, life-threatening complication of the disease called ketoacidosis, a new study warns. _Health - Diabetes http://www.wafb.com/story/35606159/even-moderate-drinking-may-dull-the-aging-brain Category35606159 WAFB.com Wed, 7 Jun 2017 00:00:00 EDT People who drink at even moderate levels may see some of their mental skills slip faster as they age, a new study suggests. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35614787/overweight-kids-pay-a-heavy-social-price Category35614787 WAFB.com Wed, 7 Jun 2017 19:00:00 EDT Overweight kids are excluded and ostracized by classmates in school more often than their thinner peers, new research indicates. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35604744/is-white-bread-ok-for-some-people Category35604744 WAFB.com Tue, 6 Jun 2017 19:00:00 EDT For years, you probably have been told that wheat bread is far better for you than its white counterpart, but a small, new study suggests that maxim may not hold true for everyone. _Health - Nutrition http://www.wafb.com/story/35604741/legionnaires-hiding-in-hospital-nursing-home-plumbing-systems-cdc Category35604741 WAFB.com Tue, 6 Jun 2017 19:00:00 EDT Deadly Legionnaires' disease is lurking in the water systems of hospitals, nursing homes and long-term care facilities, putting the most vulnerable patients at risk, U.S. health officials said Tuesday. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35594546/gene-based-therapy-may-thwart-a-tough-blood-cancer Category35594546 WAFB.com Mon, 5 Jun 2017 19:00:00 EDT Genetically tuning a person's own immune cells to target cancer appears to provide long-lasting protection against a blood cancer called multiple myeloma, an early trial from China shows. _Health - Cancer http://www.wafb.com/story/35594549/when-a-divorce-turns-bitter-kids-immune-systems-may-pay-a-price Category35594549 WAFB.com Mon, 5 Jun 2017 19:00:00 EDT An unfriendly divorce can raise a child's risk of colds in adulthood, a new study suggests. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35594550/implantable-defibrillator-may-not-mean-end-to-sports Category35594550 WAFB.com Mon, 5 Jun 2017 19:00:00 EDT Competitive sports may be safe for many athletes who have an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD), new research suggests. _Health - Cardiovascular http://www.wafb.com/story/35585321/drug-helps-fight-breast-tumors-tied-to-cancer-genes Category35585321 WAFB.com Sun, 4 Jun 2017 15:00:00 EDT A twice-daily pill could help some advanced breast cancer patients avoid or delay follow-up sessions of chemotherapy, a new clinical trial reports. _Health - Breast Cancer http://www.wafb.com/story/35584454/reporting-symptoms-online-to-docs-helps-cancer-patients-live-longer Category35584454 WAFB.com Sun, 4 Jun 2017 10:00:00 EDT When people with advanced cancer report their symptoms to health care providers using an online program, they may live longer, a new study suggests. _Health - Cancer http://www.wafb.com/story/35588887/can-sharing-your-bedroom-with-older-baby-come-with-risks Category35588887 WAFB.com Mon, 5 Jun 2017 09:00:00 EDT It's healthiest to evict infants from their parents' bedroom at 6 months of age, suggests new research that runs counter to national guidelines. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35571996/zikas-set-to-return-to-mainland-us-but-budget-cuts-threaten-response Category35571996 WAFB.com Fri, 2 Jun 2017 00:00:00 EDT The Zika virus will strike the continental United States again this summer, and looming federal budget cuts will make it hard for local officials to curb its spread, public health experts said Wednesday. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35571995/making-the-best-of-it-families-face-the-heavy-burden-of-alzheimers Category35571995 WAFB.com Fri, 2 Jun 2017 00:00:00 EDT The Alzheimer's Association has just completed a new survey that asked more than 1,500 adults to share their fears and concerns about getting older, getting sick and/or caring for a family member struggling with dementia. _Health - Alzheimers http://www.wafb.com/story/35570996/can-online-treatment-replace-your-therapist Category35570996 WAFB.com Thu, 1 Jun 2017 20:00:00 EDT Many barriers can keep people from psychotherapy, such as cost or the availability of a qualified health provider. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35561879/new-combo-pill-offers-hope-to-hepatitis-c-patients-who-fail-other-treatment Category35561879 WAFB.com Thu, 1 Jun 2017 00:00:00 EDT A pill that contains three powerful antiviral drugs might offer a cure for many hepatitis C patients who have failed other treatments, researchers report. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35560782/drug-xeloda-prolongs-survival-for-some-breast-cancer-patients Category35560782 WAFB.com Wed, 31 May 2017 20:00:00 EDT A drug called Xeloda can extend the lives of some women whose breast cancer is not wiped out by standard treatment, a new clinical trial finds. _Health - Breast Cancer http://www.wafb.com/story/35558071/nearly-4-percent-of-americans-suffer-from-food-allergies Category35558071 WAFB.com Wed, 31 May 2017 15:00:00 EDT Millions of Americans have had to swear off shellfish, eggs, peanuts or soy to avoid allergic reactions that can range from stomach cramps to life-threatening swelling of the airways, new research shows. _Health - Allergies http://www.wafb.com/story/35551925/1-in-4-nursing-home-residents-has-antibiotic-resistant-bacteria Category35551925 WAFB.com Wed, 31 May 2017 00:00:00 EDT Multidrug-resistant bacteria, such as E. coli, can be found in more than one-quarter of people living in nursing homes, a research review finds. _Health - Seniors http://www.wafb.com/story/35550959/many-teens-ride-with-impaired-drivers Category35550959 WAFB.com Tue, 30 May 2017 20:00:00 EDT More than one-third of Canadian high school students admit riding in cars with drivers who've been drinking alcohol. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35550958/does-dad-time-with-infants-boost-babies-iq Category35550958 WAFB.com Tue, 30 May 2017 20:00:00 EDT If you're a new father, spending plenty of time with your baby could boost his or her mental development, a new study suggests. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35540221/meth-addicts-hearts-may-improve-if-they-quit Category35540221 WAFB.com Mon, 29 May 2017 14:21:00 EDT Methamphetamine users who quit the drug may get a break: New research suggests it's possible to reverse heart damage with proper medical treatment. _Health - Cardiovascular http://www.wafb.com/story/35538449/to-lose-weight-start-with-dairy-swaps Category35538449 WAFB.com Mon, 29 May 2017 09:21:00 EDT Losing weight comes down to simple arithmetic: Eat fewer calories than you burn off. _Health - Dieting http://www.wafb.com/story/35540222/brush-up-on-swim-safety-for-summer Category35540222 WAFB.com Mon, 29 May 2017 14:21:00 EDT Before your family pulls out their swimsuits this Memorial Day, brush up on water safety, for your kids' sake. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35521287/kidneys-from-deceased-diabetics-might-ease-organ-shortage-study Category35521287 WAFB.com Thu, 25 May 2017 19:21:00 EDT Kidneys from deceased diabetic donors can save the lives of patients on the transplant wait-list, researchers say. _Health - Diabetes http://www.wafb.com/story/35521286/new-cholesterol-fighting-meds-target-key-gene Category35521286 WAFB.com Thu, 25 May 2017 19:21:00 EDT New gene-based therapies appear to significantly decrease cholesterol levels in people, and could even cut down on arterial plaque, according to results from two early drug trials. _Health - Cardiovascular http://www.wafb.com/story/35521284/alzheimers-deaths-jump-55-percent-cdc Category35521284 WAFB.com Thu, 25 May 2017 19:21:00 EDT As more baby boomers age, deaths from Alzheimer's disease have jumped 55 percent, and in a quarter of those cases the heavy burden of caregiving has fallen on loved ones, U.S. health officials report. _Health - Alzheimers http://www.wafb.com/story/35512819/cbo-23-million-would-lose-health-insurance-under-house-health-care-bill Category35512819 WAFB.com Thu, 25 May 2017 00:21:00 EDT The Republican-led bill to repeal and replace Obamacare that passed the House last month would result in 23 million Americans losing their health insurance coverage, according to a much-anticipated report released Wednesday. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35511419/blood-test-for-pancreatic-cancer-shows-early-promise Category35511419 WAFB.com Wed, 24 May 2017 19:21:00 EDT Scientists say they've developed a new blood test for identifying pancreatic cancer -- a step that might eventually allow earlier diagnosis. _Health - Cancer http://www.wafb.com/story/35511416/compound-in-pot-eases-severe-form-of-epilepsy Category35511416 WAFB.com Wed, 24 May 2017 19:21:00 EDT A landmark clinical trial has shown that a compound in marijuana can ease life-threatening seizures in children with a rare and devastating form of epilepsy. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35502633/could-chocolate-guard-against-an-irregular-heartbeat Category35502633 WAFB.com Wed, 24 May 2017 00:21:00 EDT There's delicious news for chocolate lovers: New research suggests the sweet might help keep a common and dangerous form of irregular heartbeat at bay. _Health - Cardiovascular http://www.wafb.com/story/35502634/studies-spotlight-diet-supplements-for-knee-pain Category35502634 WAFB.com Wed, 24 May 2017 00:21:00 EDT Fiber helps lower cholesterol, stabilize blood sugar levels and keep the bowels running smoothly, but a new study suggests it can also reduce knee pain from arthritis. _Health - Arthritis http://www.wafb.com/story/35497960/helping-ease-kids-fears-after-manchester-terror-attack Category35497960 WAFB.com Tue, 23 May 2017 14:21:00 EDT As reports of the carnage at Monday's Ariana Grande show in Manchester, England, continue to pour in, many teens with tickets to concerts during the coming summer music season may be reluctant to attend an event. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35495021/city-life-tough-on-teens-mental-health Category35495021 WAFB.com Tue, 23 May 2017 09:21:00 EDT City life seems to take a toll on the adolescent mind, new research suggests. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35495022/3-key-lifestyle-factors-can-lower-breast-cancer-odds Category35495022 WAFB.com Tue, 23 May 2017 09:21:00 EDT Things that keep you healthy overall, also appear to help lower a woman's risk of breast cancer, a new review says. _Health - Breast Cancer http://www.wafb.com/story/35490798/1-in-4-americans-knows-someone-hooked-on-opioids-poll Category35490798 WAFB.com Mon, 22 May 2017 19:21:00 EDT More than a quarter of Americans -- and 1 in 3 millennials -- say they know someone addicted to opioids or prescription painkillers, according to a new survey from the American Psychiatric Association (APA). Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35481944/first-try-antibiotics-now-fail-in-1-in-4-adult-pneumonia-cases Category35481944 WAFB.com Sun, 21 May 2017 19:21:00 EDT The first prescription of an antibiotic that the average U.S. adult with pneumonia receives is now ineffective in about a quarter of cases, a new study finds. _Health - General Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35485174/fewer-us-teens-are-boozing-it-up Category35485174 WAFB.com Mon, 22 May 2017 09:21:00 EDT American teens are hitting the bottle less often than they did 25 years ago, new research reveals. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35485175/us-transgender-surgeries-up-20-percent-in-2-years Category35485175 WAFB.com Mon, 22 May 2017 09:21:00 EDT Until Gearah Goldstein fully transitioned her gender, being female housed in a male body felt like a hunger she couldn't satisfy. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35463483/the-waters-not-fine-us-pool-linked-infection-doubles-in-2-years Category35463483 WAFB.com Thu, 18 May 2017 14:20:00 EDT Families seeking to cool off don't expect to pick up a nasty infection. Yet, outbreaks of a diarrhea-causing parasitic infection have doubled in recent years at swimming pools and water playgrounds in the United States Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35467887/suicide-by-insulin Category35467887 WAFB.com Fri, 19 May 2017 00:20:00 EDT Insulin typically saves the lives of those with diabetes, but it can also be a way for some people to kill themselves, a new review warns. _Health - Diabetes http://www.wafb.com/story/35466492/hpv-vaccine-may-also-prevent-cancers-affecting-men Category35466492 WAFB.com Thu, 18 May 2017 19:20:00 EDT The same vaccine that cuts the risk of cervical cancer in women might also lower the chances of head and neck cancers in men, new research suggests. _Health - Cancer http://www.wafb.com/story/35456106/gene-therapy-might-someday-mend-badly-broken-bones Category35456106 WAFB.com Wed, 17 May 2017 19:20:00 EDT An experimental method that combines gene therapy, stem cells and ultrasound has healed large bone breaks in lab animals, researchers have found. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35456103/nuts-good-medicine-for-colon-cancer-survivors Category35456103 WAFB.com Wed, 17 May 2017 19:20:00 EDT Colon cancer patients might improve their chances of survival if they eat nuts along with an overall healthy diet and regular exercise, two new studies report. _Health - Colon Cancer http://www.wafb.com/story/35456105/could-a-weight-loss-surgery-lead-to-alcohol-abuse Category35456105 WAFB.com Wed, 17 May 2017 19:20:00 EDT After a popular type of weight-loss surgery, nearly 21 percent of patients develop a drinking problem, sometimes years later, researchers report. _Health - General Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35447263/your-doctors-age-might-affect-your-care Category35447263 WAFB.com Wed, 17 May 2017 00:20:00 EDT Contrary to popular wisdom, an older, more experienced doctor may not always be the best choice. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35445740/think-youre-a-fun-drunk-a-mean-drunk-think-again Category35445740 WAFB.com Tue, 16 May 2017 19:20:00 EDT Maybe you think you're the life of the party after your third gin and tonic. Or maybe you worry you'll drink too much and turn into a "mean" drunk. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35445738/mouse-gives-birth-to-pups-using-3-d-printed-ovary Category35445738 WAFB.com Tue, 16 May 2017 19:20:00 EDT In another step forward in the world of 3-D printed tissues, U.S. scientists report they've created a "bioprosthetic" ovary in a mouse using the technology -- and the mouse has given birth to healthy pups. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35436506/is-your-childs-day-care-center-ready-for-pandemic-flu Category35436506 WAFB.com Tue, 16 May 2017 00:20:00 EDT The vast majority of U.S. child care centers are not fully prepared to handle the risks posed by a possible influenza pandemic, a new investigation warns. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35435166/many-us-travelers-skip-measles-shots-despite-infection-risk Category35435166 WAFB.com Mon, 15 May 2017 19:20:00 EDT More than half of eligible Americans traveling abroad don't get a measles vaccine, and a key reason is lack of concern about the disease, a new study finds. _Health - General Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35435165/many-under-40-may-not-need-regular-cholesterol-checks-study Category35435165 WAFB.com Mon, 15 May 2017 19:20:00 EDT Many adults under 40 may not need to have routine cholesterol screenings, a new study suggests. _Health - Cholesterol http://www.wafb.com/story/35429332/fight-or-flight-response-greater-in-combat-vets-with-ptsd-study Category35429332 WAFB.com Mon, 15 May 2017 09:20:00 EDT Combat veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) have a stepped-up "fight or flight" response, which researchers say may explain why PTSD boosts the risk of high blood pressure and heart disease. _Health - Anxiety http://www.wafb.com/story/35424070/female-viagra-may-lift-a-younger-womans-libido Category35424070 WAFB.com Sun, 14 May 2017 09:20:00 EDT If a woman's sex drive has waned to the point where she's distressed about it, or the issue is causing relationship problems, the medication dubbed "female Viagra" may help, a review of several studies suggests. _Health - Women http://www.wafb.com/story/35418914/blood-thinners-may-prevent-dementia-in-atrial-fibrillation-patients Category35418914 WAFB.com Fri, 12 May 2017 19:20:00 EDT A new study suggests blood thinners may also help keep dementia at bay. _Health - Alzheimers http://www.wafb.com/story/35411395/people-with-pre-existing-health-issues-fear-repeal-and-replace-bill Category35411395 WAFB.com Fri, 12 May 2017 00:20:00 EDT Millions of Americans fear the worst as they face so much to lose if Republicans in Congress pass a bill to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35403605/coming-this-summer-more-ticks-and-a-deadly-new-tick-borne-disease Category35403605 WAFB.com Thu, 11 May 2017 09:20:00 EDT Scientists have a double-shot of bad news about ticks: There's a new, and potentially fatal, tick-borne illness called Powassan, and this summer looks like it might be one of the worst on record for an increase in tick population. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35407038/fewer-us-high-school-students-drink-cdc-finds Category35407038 WAFB.com Thu, 11 May 2017 14:20:00 EDT Drinking among U.S. high school students has plummeted in recent years, a new government report shows. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35400622/new-guidelines-say-no-to-most-keyhole-knee-surgeries Category35400622 WAFB.com Thu, 11 May 2017 00:20:00 EDT "Keyhole" arthroscopic surgery should rarely be used to repair arthritic knee joints, a panel of international experts says in new clinical guidelines. _Health - Arthritis http://www.wafb.com/story/35400623/life-expectancy-with-hiv-nears-normal-with-treatment Category35400623 WAFB.com Thu, 11 May 2017 00:20:00 EDT Young adults with HIV who get treatment are living longer in North America and Europe, a new study finds. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35399161/groundbreaking-strides-made-in-zika-vaccine-research Category35399161 WAFB.com Wed, 10 May 2017 19:20:00 EDT Development of a Zika vaccine is proceeding rapidly, but it still will be years before such a vaccine is available to the public, says the author of a new report on research efforts. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35389059/common-painkillers-tied-to-slight-rise-in-heart-attack-risk Category35389059 WAFB.com Wed, 10 May 2017 00:20:00 EDT Commonly used painkillers such as Motrin, Advil and Aleve might increase your risk for heart attack, even in the first week of use, a new study suggests. _Health - Cardiovascular http://www.wafb.com/story/35387533/do-you-overeat-your-brain-wiring-may-be-why Category35387533 WAFB.com Tue, 9 May 2017 19:20:00 EDT A new brain scan study suggests that people whose brains are wired to produce a more muted response to food may ultimately compensate by eating more, thereby raising their risk for obesity. _Health - Dieting http://www.wafb.com/story/35387532/zika-risk-may-be-lower-than-thought-for-some-pregnant-women Category35387532 WAFB.com Tue, 9 May 2017 19:20:00 EDT U.S. women traveling to areas where the Zika virus is circulating might be less likely to be infected than expected, but risk remains, a new study suggests. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35371613/scientists-uncover-root-of-graying-thinning-hair Category35371613 WAFB.com Mon, 8 May 2017 14:20:00 EDT Changes in your hair -- whether it's graying hair or hair loss -- are a bane of aging. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35375175/addressing-your-cancer-risk Category35375175 WAFB.com Mon, 8 May 2017 19:20:00 EDT Where you live appears to play a role in your risk of cancer, a new analysis suggests. _Health - Cancer http://www.wafb.com/story/35375174/just-5-percent-of-daily-salt-gets-added-at-the-table Category35375174 WAFB.com Mon, 8 May 2017 19:20:00 EDT Tossing out the salt shaker may not be enough for your heart health. Most of the salt that Americans consume comes from processed foods and restaurant meals, a new study finds. _Health - Blood Pressure http://www.wafb.com/story/35354646/pot-a-factor-in-more-er-admissions-for-colorado-teens-after-legalization Category35354646 WAFB.com Fri, 5 May 2017 14:19:00 EDT A Colorado children's hospital saw four times as many marijuana-intoxicated teenagers land in its ER or urgent care centers following legalization of recreational pot in that state, a new study reports. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35359019/take-control-of-your-asthma Category35359019 WAFB.com Sat, 6 May 2017 09:19:00 EDT Many resources can help people with asthma manage triggers and symptoms, an allergist says. _Health - Asthma http://www.wafb.com/story/35362479/after-suicide-attempt-a-phone-call-could-save-a-life Category35362479 WAFB.com Sun, 7 May 2017 09:20:00 EDT A simple phone call can make a big difference to someone who's attempted suicide and may be contemplating another try. _Health - Depression http://www.wafb.com/story/35348026/guns-send-about-16-us-kids-to-the-hospital-every-day Category35348026 WAFB.com Thu, 4 May 2017 19:19:00 EDT About 16 American children are hospitalized daily due to gunshot injuries, a new study says. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35348024/red-wine-antioxidant-might-help-diabetics-arteries Category35348024 WAFB.com Thu, 4 May 2017 19:19:00 EDT The antioxidant resveratrol -- found in red wine, peanuts and berries -- might improve the health of blood vessels in people with type 2 diabetes, a small study suggests. _Health - Diabetes http://www.wafb.com/story/35348023/house-oks-republican-health-care-bill Category35348023 WAFB.com Thu, 4 May 2017 19:19:00 EDT With one vote to spare, Republicans took the first steps Thursday in their longstanding battle to repeal and replace Obamacare. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35336079/too-many-people-still-ignore-heart-attack-risks-study Category35336079 WAFB.com Wed, 3 May 2017 19:19:00 EDT Sizable numbers of adults with risk factors for heart attack -- such as smoking, obesity or physical inactivity -- aren't inclined to do anything to improve their health, a large, new study finds. _Health - Cardiovascular http://www.wafb.com/story/35336078/arthritis-drug-shows-promise-for-ulcerative-colitis Category35336078 WAFB.com Wed, 3 May 2017 19:19:00 EDT A new study finds that people with moderate to severe ulcerative colitis who haven't done well on other treatments may find relief with Xeljanz (tofacitinib), a drug currently used to treat arthritis. _Health - Digestive_Issues http://www.wafb.com/story/35337640/house-to-vote-thursday-on-amended-bill-to-repeal-and-replace-obamacare Category35337640 WAFB.com Thu, 4 May 2017 00:19:00 EDT After a week of working to wrangle support for an amended repeal-and-replace bill, House Republicans say they are set for a Thursday vote on legislation aimed at overturning the Affordable Care Act, often called Obamacare. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35320746/loving-supportive-kids-may-help-lower-seniors-dementia-risk Category35320746 WAFB.com Tue, 2 May 2017 14:19:00 EDT The quality of your relationships with your adult children and spouse might influence your chances of developing dementia, new research suggests. _Health - Alzheimers http://www.wafb.com/story/35324253/sleeping-pills-boost-danger-of-falls-fractures-in-older-users Category35324253 WAFB.com Tue, 2 May 2017 19:19:00 EDT Falls and resulting hip fractures can prove disabling and even fatal for seniors. And new research suggests the risk of hip fractures rises soon after an older person is prescribed a sleeping pill. _Health - Seniors http://www.wafb.com/story/35320747/half-of-us-docs-get-payments-from-drug-device-industries-study Category35320747 WAFB.com Tue, 2 May 2017 14:19:00 EDT About half of U.S. doctors received payments from the pharmaceutical and medical device industries in 2015, amounting to $2.4 billion, a new study reports. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35299585/trump-administration-rolls-back-obama-era-school-lunch-rules Category35299585 WAFB.com Tue, 2 May 2017 00:19:00 EDT The Trump administration announced on Monday that it will ease the requirements for healthy school lunch programs spearheaded by former First Lady Michelle Obama. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35298163/healthy-heart-in-middle-age-delivers-big-dividends Category35298163 WAFB.com Mon, 1 May 2017 19:19:00 EDT It may not come as a surprise, but a new study suggests that people who reach middle age in good heart health can look forward to a longer, healthier life. _Health - Blood Pressure http://www.wafb.com/story/35298164/low-dose-aspirin-may-lower-risk-for-common-breast-cancer-by-20-percent Category35298164 WAFB.com Mon, 1 May 2017 19:19:00 EDT Score yet another point for low-dose aspirin: Regularly taking "baby" aspirin appears to protect women from the most common type of breast cancer, new research suggests. _Health - Breast Cancer http://www.wafb.com/story/35292046/us-toddlers-eat-more-french-fries-than-vegetables Category35292046 WAFB.com Mon, 1 May 2017 09:19:00 EDT American toddlers are more likely to eat french fries than green vegetables on any given day, according to a new national survey on children's eating habits. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35286894/cooking-at-home-means-eating-better-spending-less Category35286894 WAFB.com Sun, 30 Apr 2017 09:19:00 EDT Your best bet for healthy eating is having plenty of home-cooked meals, a new study states. _Health - Nutrition http://www.wafb.com/story/35283651/summer-camp-prep-for-kids-with-allergies-asthma Category35283651 WAFB.com Sat, 29 Apr 2017 09:19:00 EDT Heading to summer camp for the first time is always a little unnerving. But for a child with allergies or asthma, there are special concerns. _Health - Allergies http://www.wafb.com/story/35273208/type-2-diabetes-may-be-bad-for-brain-health Category35273208 WAFB.com Fri, 28 Apr 2017 00:19:00 EDT Previous research has linked type 2 diabetes and memory loss. Now, new research may be closing in on some of the reasons why. _Health - Diabetes http://www.wafb.com/story/35271537/docs-may-miss-major-cause-of-vision-loss-in-seniors Category35271537 WAFB.com Thu, 27 Apr 2017 19:19:00 EDT It's the leading cause of permanent vision loss for Americans, but a condition called age-related macular degeneration (AMD) may be going undiagnosed too often, new research suggests. _Health - Seniors http://www.wafb.com/story/35271532/money-pressures-mount-when-a-spouse-gets-cancer Category35271532 WAFB.com Thu, 27 Apr 2017 19:19:00 EDT Family income can take a big hit when a wife or husband cares for a spouse with cancer, researchers report. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35260879/are-kids-vaccines-a-victim-of-their-own-success Category35260879 WAFB.com Thu, 27 Apr 2017 00:19:00 EDT Vaccines prevent serious infections so effectively that many parents mistakenly believe the diseases are no longer a threat in the United States, a pediatrician warns. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35259386/oktoberfest-study-links-boozing-to-heart-woes Category35259386 WAFB.com Wed, 26 Apr 2017 19:19:00 EDT Drinking heavily over a short period of time can significantly boost the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm, even in healthy people, new German research suggests. _Health - Cardiovascular http://www.wafb.com/story/35259385/energy-drinks-may-give-the-heart-an-unhealthy-jolt Category35259385 WAFB.com Wed, 26 Apr 2017 19:19:00 EDT The surge from energy drinks can cause unhealthy changes in your heart rhythm and blood pressure that don't occur with other caffeinated beverages, a small new trial suggests. _Health - Blood Pressure http://www.wafb.com/story/35248532/ick-synthetic-mucus-could-battle-dangerous-bugs Category35248532 WAFB.com Wed, 26 Apr 2017 00:19:00 EDT Snot, phlegm and other forms of mucus may not be everyone's favorite subject, but scientists say synthetic mucus might help save lives. _Health - Ear/Nose/Throat http://www.wafb.com/story/35246879/pubertys-onset-may-depend-on-dna Category35246879 WAFB.com Tue, 25 Apr 2017 19:19:00 EDT Hundreds of new genes tied to the start of puberty have been identified. _Health - Breast Cancer http://www.wafb.com/story/35246878/opioid-related-deaths-might-be-underestimated-cdc Category35246878 WAFB.com Tue, 25 Apr 2017 19:19:00 EDT America's prescription drug abuse epidemic may be even more deadly than expected, a new report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests. _Health - Allergies http://www.wafb.com/story/35232353/waist-size-not-weight-may-be-key-to-life-span Category35232353 WAFB.com Mon, 24 Apr 2017 19:19:00 EDT That spare tire you're toting around could be increasing your risk of an early death, a new study suggests. _Health - Cardiovascular http://www.wafb.com/story/35232354/common-food-nutrient-tied-to-risky-blood-clotting Category35232354 WAFB.com Mon, 24 Apr 2017 19:19:00 EDT A nutrient in meat and eggs may conspire with gut bacteria to make the blood more prone to clotting, a small study suggests. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35226138/the-top-5-conditions-that-shorten-americans-lives-and-are-preventable Category35226138 WAFB.com Mon, 24 Apr 2017 10:19:00 EDT More bad news for plus-sized Americans: Obesity is the leading cause of preventable life-years lost in the nation, a new study finds. _Health - Blood Pressure http://www.wafb.com/story/35226135/should-prostate-cancer-screening-start-earlier-for-black-men Category35226135 WAFB.com Mon, 24 Apr 2017 10:19:00 EDT With black men at higher risk of developing -- and dying from -- prostate cancer, some researchers believe these men merit their own race-based screening guidelines. _Health - Prostate Cancer http://www.wafb.com/story/35204748/dont-give-kids-medicines-with-codeine-tramadol-fda Category35204748 WAFB.com Thu, 20 Apr 2017 19:18:00 EDT Parents shouldn't give their children any medications containing the narcotics codeine or tramadol because they can cause life-threatening breathing problems, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warned Thursday. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35206162/when-is-it-safe-to-drive-with-type-1-diabetes Category35206162 WAFB.com Fri, 21 Apr 2017 00:18:00 EDT Having type 1 diabetes can raise your chances of crashing while driving, but new research offers a checklist that helps determine whether it is safe for you to get behind the wheel. _Health - Diabetes http://www.wafb.com/story/35204747/do-diet-sodas-pose-health-risks Category35204747 WAFB.com Thu, 20 Apr 2017 19:18:00 EDT In the battle to lose weight, many people switch to diet sodas. But while they cut calories they might also raise the risk of stroke or dementia, a new study suggests. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35204746/college-now-the-place-to-try-pot-study Category35204746 WAFB.com Thu, 20 Apr 2017 19:18:00 EDT There may be new meaning to the term "higher" education: College has become a major setting for first-time pot use, new research contends. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35194786/stronger-muscles-may-pump-up-kids-memory-skills Category35194786 WAFB.com Thu, 20 Apr 2017 00:18:00 EDT Here's yet another reason to make sure your kids are active: New research shows those with stronger muscles may have better working memory. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35193265/could-young-blood-boost-the-aging-brain Category35193265 WAFB.com Wed, 19 Apr 2017 19:18:00 EDT A new study hints that young blood may harbor clues to a "fountain of youth" for older brains. _Health - Alzheimers http://www.wafb.com/story/35193263/is-annual-eye-exam-a-must-for-people-with-type-1-diabetes Category35193263 WAFB.com Wed, 19 Apr 2017 19:18:00 EDT People with type 1 diabetes face the risk of developing a disease that can cause blindness, so treatment guidelines have long called for annual eye exams. _Health - Diabetes http://www.wafb.com/story/35193264/fda-approves-device-to-help-curb-cluster-headaches Category35193264 WAFB.com Wed, 19 Apr 2017 19:18:00 EDT Cluster headaches, though rare, are among the most severe forms of headache a person can face. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35183428/high-blood-pressure-a-silver-lining-for-ovarian-cancer-patients Category35183428 WAFB.com Wed, 19 Apr 2017 00:18:00 EDT A woman's prognosis after an ovarian cancer diagnosis may be affected by a number of unexpected factors, new research suggests. _Health - Women http://www.wafb.com/story/35181897/is-it-wise-to-take-a-steroid-for-a-sore-throat Category35181897 WAFB.com Tue, 18 Apr 2017 19:18:00 EDT Researchers seeking new sore throat treatments report only modest success with a single dose of a steroid medication. _Health - Ear/Nose/Throat http://www.wafb.com/story/35181898/pump-implants-may-rejuvenate-heart-failure-patients Category35181898 WAFB.com Tue, 18 Apr 2017 19:18:00 EDT Implanted pumps may be more than a "bridge" to a heart transplant -- they might also restore healthy heart function for some heart failure patients, a new British study suggests. _Health - Cardiovascular http://www.wafb.com/story/35181896/early-school-start-times-tough-on-teens Category35181896 WAFB.com Tue, 18 Apr 2017 19:18:00 EDT Any parent who's ever had to drag a groggy teen out of bed in the morning would likely agree with new guidelines that say kids should start school later in the morning. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35175024/blood-pressure-know-your-numbers Category35175024 WAFB.com Tue, 18 Apr 2017 09:18:00 EDT Having high blood pressure makes you more likely to have heart disease or a stroke. But because high blood pressure doesn't usually cause warning symptoms, you could be at risk without even knowing it. _Health - Blood Pressure http://www.wafb.com/story/35175021/zika-can-harm-babies-vision-too Category35175021 WAFB.com Tue, 18 Apr 2017 09:18:00 EDT Although Zika virus is most well-known for the devastating neurological damage it can cause in the womb, a new study reports that some babies infected with Zika also may have lifelong vision impairment. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35170682/new-bowel-disorder-treatments-needed-fda-says Category35170682 WAFB.com Mon, 17 Apr 2017 19:18:00 EDT There's no known cause or cure for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), which affects more than 15 million Americans, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35170678/pot-smoking-common-among-pregnant-teens-survey Category35170678 WAFB.com Mon, 17 Apr 2017 19:18:00 EDT Adding to concerns about the harms of teenage pregnancy are new U.S. survey results that show 14 percent of teenage mothers-to-be smoke marijuana. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35153581/trump-blocks-some-funding-to-abortion-providers Category35153581 WAFB.com Fri, 14 Apr 2017 14:18:00 EDT President Donald Trump signed legislation Thursday that allows states to withhold family planning funds to clinics that provide abortion, including Planned Parenthood. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35155703/flu-season-all-but-over-in-us Category35155703 WAFB.com Fri, 14 Apr 2017 19:18:00 EDT This year's flu season is rapidly winding down and is expected to end within the next couple of weeks, U.S. health officials predicted Friday. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35157335/dont-let-bugs-dampen-your-outdoor-fun Category35157335 WAFB.com Sat, 15 Apr 2017 09:18:00 EDT If you've spent any time outdoors recently, you may have found yourself swatting away a fly or mosquito -- and that means it's time to bone up on bug avoidance. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35161492/is-kindergarten-the-new-first-grade Category35161492 WAFB.com Sun, 16 Apr 2017 14:18:00 EDT Study finds kids have higher reading skills when they enter 1st grade than they did a decade ago _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35149541/seniors-brain-changes-could-make-them-vulnerable-to-scams Category35149541 WAFB.com Fri, 14 Apr 2017 00:18:00 EDT A pair of key differences in the brain may help distinguish which seniors are at risk of falling prey to financial scams, a small new study suggests. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35148131/another-downside-to-unemployment-stroke-risk Category35148131 WAFB.com Thu, 13 Apr 2017 19:17:00 EDT Losing a job might increase your risk for a fatal stroke, a new study from Japan suggests. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35148130/new-meds-make-inroads-against-crohns-disease Category35148130 WAFB.com Thu, 13 Apr 2017 19:17:00 EDT Fewer Americans with Crohn's disease are ending up in the hospital than in the past, according to a new federal study. _Health - Digestive_Issues http://www.wafb.com/story/35139240/could-a-clinical-trial-help-your-child Category35139240 WAFB.com Thu, 13 Apr 2017 00:17:00 EDT If a doctor suggests your child enroll in a clinical trial, you'll undoubtedly have questions. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35137688/misunderstood-gene-tests-may-lead-to-unnecessary-mastectomies Category35137688 WAFB.com Wed, 12 Apr 2017 19:17:00 EDT Close to half of breast cancer patients who chose to have a double mastectomy after genetic testing didn't actually have the gene mutations known to raise the risk of additional cancers, a new survey found. _Health - Breast Cancer http://www.wafb.com/story/35137687/diabetes-continues-its-relentless-rise Category35137687 WAFB.com Wed, 12 Apr 2017 19:17:00 EDT Two new studies on diabetes deliver good and bad news, but the overall message is that the blood sugar disease remains a formidable public health burden. _Health - Cardiovascular http://www.wafb.com/story/35128508/is-desktop-medicine-chipping-away-at-patient-care Category35128508 WAFB.com Wed, 12 Apr 2017 00:17:00 EDT Physicians spend roughly as many hours on computer work as they do meeting with patients, a new study reveals. Health http://www.wafb.com/story/35127025/breast-feeding-success-hinges-on-support-for-mom-baby Category35127025 WAFB.com Tue, 11 Apr 2017 19:17:00 EDT Information and support can help new mothers overcome breast-feeding difficulties, a lactation expert says. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35127024/deep-brain-stimulation-may-ease-tourette-tics Category35127024 WAFB.com Tue, 11 Apr 2017 19:17:00 EDT Some young people with severe cases of Tourette syndrome may benefit from having electrodes implanted in the brain, a small study suggests. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35117830/the-grayer-his-hair-the-higher-his-heart-risk Category35117830 WAFB.com Tue, 11 Apr 2017 00:17:00 EDT Beyond signaling the march of time, gray hair may also point to a higher risk of heart disease for men, new research suggests. _Health - Cardiovascular http://www.wafb.com/story/35117831/club-drug-poppers-may-pose-eye-dangers Category35117831 WAFB.com Tue, 11 Apr 2017 00:17:00 EDT For decades, use of the inhaled, legal high known as "poppers" has been common in dance clubs. But new research suggests the drug might pose a danger to club-goers' vision. _Health - Eye http://www.wafb.com/story/35116420/dont-bank-on-heart-rate-accuracy-from-your-activity-tracker Category35116420 WAFB.com Mon, 10 Apr 2017 19:17:00 EDT Wrist-worn activity trackers such as Fitbit don't reliably assess heart rate, a new study finds. _Health - Cardiovascular http://www.wafb.com/story/35110368/xanax-valium-may-boost-pneumonia-risk-in-alzheimers-patients Category35110368 WAFB.com Mon, 10 Apr 2017 09:17:00 EDT Alzheimer's patients given sedatives such as Valium or Xanax may have an increased risk for pneumonia, a new study warns. _Health - Alzheimers http://www.wafb.com/story/35110367/race-may-play-role-in-obese-teens-blood-pressure Category35110367 WAFB.com Mon, 10 Apr 2017 09:17:00 EDT Obese teenagers are at increased risk of high blood pressure, but the effects of those extra pounds may vary by race and ethnicity, a new study suggests. _Health - Children http://www.wafb.com/story/35110366/muppet-with-autism-makes-her-sesame-street-debut Category35110366 WAFB.com Mon, 10 Apr 2017 09:17:00 EDT A half-century into its run as an iconic staple of children's television, "Sesame Street" will introduce a character with autism to its world-famous neighborhood. _Health - Children