Health Watch Stories

Ways to sharpen your memory
All of us forget names or words from time to time. Like mechanic Gordon Williams. He admits he gets easily sidetracked while on the job, and sometimes his memory isn't as sharp as it used to be. Gordon's not alone. But doctors say they can usually distinguish between occasional memory ... more »

Keep pet food out of children's reach
Could bacteria lurking in pet food make your children sick? Researchers at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say Salmonella bacteria in ... more »

Use sunscreen to prevent skin cancer
As the temperatures rise, the summer clothing is coming out of the closet. And that means more and more people are tanning. That's why experts ... more »

Belly bulge hurts health
Scientists are finding out more about how the bulge around your belly is more harmful than other body fat. Using mice that have no diabetes ... more »

Positioning of child safety seats matters

Stress disorders different for men and women

Get active to fight cancer

Fit for Life weekend for local journalists

Diabetics at greater risk for arthritis

Study shows link between teen depression and drug use

Carbon dioxide could help treat allergy symptoms

Belt helps shed pounds without invasive surgery

Home piercing leads to MRSA

Middle aged moms stressed out

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Why some people can't lose weight

Mom's milk good for baby's body and brain

SUSLA nursing program receives national accreditation

Infectious diseases on the rise

Chocolate is just what the doctor ordered

Dogs could boost immune system

New tecnology helps cancer patients survive and thrive

Cancer victim's daughter volunteers to help others

Study links Fosamax to heart rhythm problems

Cervical cancer vaccine may be recommended for men

FDA takes a second look at LASIK Surgery

High heels cause foot pain

Golden throne helps raise money for cancer

What's Going Around

Small number of patients report problems after LASIK Surgery

Hospital campaign encourages handwashing

Dentists could someday test patients for cancer

Geography plays role in life expectancy

New technology helps expectant mothers

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