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Are you at risk? 5 things you should know about hepatitis C
Hepatitis C is a silent epidemic in America. Millions of Americans have chronic hepatitis C, which is caused through infection with the hepatitis C virus. Hepatitis C is a leading cause of liver cancer. As many as 75 percent of people who are living with …
CDC: Half of young adults get sunburned
ATLANTA (AP) -- Half of U.S. adults under 30 say they have had a sunburn at least once in the past year, a government survey found - a sign young people aren't heeding the warnings about skin cancer. The rate of sunburn is about the …
Northwestern study: Blood test could detect depression in teens
A blood test has been developed that detects major depression in teenagers and could lead to individualized treatment for patients, according to a Northwestern University study.
Kidney transplant works better the second time around
When Ray Fearing’s new kidney, donated by his sister, didn’t work out, doctors asked him if they could remove it and give it to someone else. He agreed, and now a 67-year-old Indiana man has the kidney in what became the first ever re-transplantation of …
'Autism wave' prompts schools, businesses to adapt
As autism has morphed from a medical oddity to a commonly diagnosed disability -- affecting one in 88 children -- the ripple effects are being felt far beyond grade schools.
May is mental health awareness month: New antidepressant first of its kind
Of the 15 million American adults who suffer from major depression each year, less than 25 percent currently receive treatment despite the fact that depression can be effectively managed with therapy and medication. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. If you are diagnosed with depression …
Can weight loss help African American breast cancer survivors?
Under a five-year, $3 million grant from the National Cancer Institute, researchers will determine if a new program, called Moving Forward, is effective in decreasing body mass index and weight and improving diet and physical activity habits. They will also evaluate the effect of weight loss on blood pressure, cholesterol and quality of life.
Fatty acids may reduce dry eye symptoms
Several new studies have confirmed the correlation between fatty acids and an improvement in dry eye syndrome. Salmon, tuna, herring, mackerel and other cold-water fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids can help reduce inflammation, enhance tear production and support the eye's oily outer layer, as well as provide health benefits for your cardiovascular, immune and nervous systems.
70% of fibromyalgia patients delay treatment
It's not in your head: A new survey shows most people with fibromyalgia put off treatment because they think their symptoms are temporary.
New hope for a-fib sufferers
Larry Martin, a salesman from Gibsonton, Fla., woke up one morning feeling dizzy and weak. He was 70 at the time, so he went to his doctor, who immediately called an ambulance to take him to the hospital because he had atrial fibrillation, an irregular …
VIDEO: New survey finds family and friends can undermine efforts to lose weight
A new survey conducted by Medi-Weightloss Clinics shows that a dieter's worst enemy could be their family and friends. According to the survey of more than 300 women ages 25-55, 66 percent said they have felt family and friends don't respect their attempts to lose …
FDA approves new device to monitor asthma
For many with seasonal allergies, the start of spring means itchy eyes and a runny nose, but for the almost 25 million Americans suffering with asthma, the season can be much more threatening. In fact, according to a recent survey, Asthma Insights and Management, conducted …
Exercise at home made easy
Sometimes it’s just not easy to get out to the health club. Having a fitness option at home keeps workouts convenient. Here’s a few suggestions on making you house fit for exercise.
In-home screening test for colorectal cancer
Colorectal cancer is highly treatable if found early, but many adults have not been screened for it. Exact Sciences is actively recruiting participants between the ages of 65 and 84 for a pivotal research study for the disease.
Lens technology aids those with astigmatism
Blurry vision during everyday activities such as text messaging, driving, playing sports or watching TV is common for the millions of people with astigmatism. A new daily disposable soft toric contact lens provides comparable visual acuity to wearing glasses.
Robotic surgery gives Calumet Park man a new kidney
Hypertensive dialysis patient Jimmy Jones of Calumet Park has beaten all odds to survive 17 years on the waiting list for a new kidney. Jones, who is overweight, underwent a robotic kidney transplantation at University of Illinois Hospital were performing on obese patients who would not otherwise be candidates for surgery.