Wednesday, June 19 2013 2:35 AM EDT2013-06-19 06:35:37 GMT
The results of the latest national health survey by the government show the percentage of smokers in the United States dropped to 18 percent in 2012. The nation's smoking rate generally has been fallingMore >>
The results of the latest national health survey by the government show the percentage of smokers in the United States dropped to 18 percent in 2012.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 1:40 PM EDT2013-06-18 17:40:08 GMT
(CNN) - New research shows just how critically important parents are, and how much influence they have in the fight against childhood obesity. Children tend to model themselves after their parents, accordingMore >>
Children tend to model themselves after their parents, according to Duke University researchers.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 11:13 AM EDT2013-06-17 15:13:15 GMT
(CNN) - The deaths of five infants and dozens of injuries or falls have led federal regulators to stop the sales of a popular baby recliner. The Consumer Product Safety Commission said it got numerousMore >>
The deaths of five infants and dozens of injuries or falls have led federal regulators to stop the sales of a popular baby recliner.More >>
Wednesday, June 12 2013 1:20 PM EDT2013-06-12 17:20:10 GMT
Doctors are sick less often than restaurant workers, accountants miss more work than managers, and barbers, waiters and police officers miss the most of all, about one day every two months. A survey byMore >>
Everybody has to take a sick day every now and then. But a recent study shows that often the sickest workers are least likely to take off from work because of illness.
Wednesday, May 29 2013 6:06 PM EDT2013-05-29 22:06:16 GMT
Clevelanders, we're one of the country's fittest cities, ranking 19th among the 50 largest metropolitan areas. And it's not our diet that landed us so high on the list. It's about investment in fitness & health facilities.More >>
Clevelanders, we're one of the country's fittest cities, ranking 19th among the 50 largest metropolitan areas. And it's not our diet that landed us so high on the list. It's more about investment in fitness and health facilities.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:52 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:52:40 GMT
The sun is out and that means it is time to put on sunscreen. Helen Rhynard says growing up she was well aware of what the sun can do to your skin. "My grandfather, he had some lesions on his ears.More >>
The sun is out and that means it is time to put on sunscreen.
Helen Rhynard says growing up she was well aware of what the sun can do to your skin.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 11:12 PM EDT2013-05-15 03:12:19 GMT
Donna Amendola is a wife.... A mother of two young boys... And a breast cancer survivor. " I was in shock when Idid get that diagnosis," says Donna Amendola. Amendola was diagnosed with the diseaseMore >>
Donna Amendola is a wife, a mother of two young boys, and a breast cancer survivor. "I was in shock when I received the diagnosis," says Donna Amendola.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 11:36 AM EDT2013-05-14 15:36:16 GMT
The quest for the fountain of youth is never ending but, is often coming up with new possibilities offering a lot of promise. The latest so called "magic potion" is sure getting our attention -- eyebrowsMore >>
The quest for the fountain of youth is never ending but, is often coming up with new possibilities offering a lot of promise. More >>
Tuesday, May 7 2013 2:01 PM EDT2013-05-07 18:01:51 GMT
(RNN) – The first thing most people with sinus infections want to do is go to the doctor to get a shot, but that may not be the best option. In the long run, it could make matters worse. The InfectiousMore >>
Part of battling seasonal allergies includes understanding what they are and what causes them, which means a quick hit of antibiotics is rarely the right answer. More >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 5:02 PM EDT2013-05-02 21:02:50 GMT
A 10 year old girl battled a brain tumor and came out a winner. Kayla was once seen lying is a hospital bed. Now Kayla can be seen jumping rope in the driveway of her home. The 10 year-old is now a bundleMore >>
A 10 year old girl battled a brain tumor and came out a winner.
Kayla was once seen lying is a hospital bed. Now Kayla can be seen jumping rope in the driveway of her home. The 10 year-old is now a bundle of energy and full of life. More >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 4:30 PM EDT2013-05-02 20:30:53 GMT
Getting the right food at the right price is a constant battle for families. "If you're going to have fresh fruits and vegetables, it will cost money," says Beverly Scipio. The U.S. Department ofMore >>
Getting the right food at the right price is a constant battle for families.
"If you're going to have fresh fruits and vegetables, it will cost money," says Beverly Scipio.More >>
Monday, April 29 2013 3:56 PM EDT2013-04-29 19:56:30 GMT
(RNN) - Swallowing a spoonful of ground cinnamon in 60 seconds without drinking water - sounds familiar? It's called the Cinnamon Challenge, which has become an internet sensation. Thousands of videosMore >>
Swallowing a spoonful of ground cinnamon in 60 seconds without drinking water has been proven to harm the lungs, especially for someone who has asthma. More >>
Wednesday, April 24 2013 9:40 PM EDT2013-04-25 01:40:05 GMT
A McDonald's double quarter pounder with cheese is about 750 calories. It would take about 2 and a half hours to walk that off. So would you still indulge if information on how much you have to exerciseMore >>
A McDonald's double quarter pounder with cheese is about 750 calories. It would take about 2 and a half hours to walk that off. So would you still indulge if information on how much you have to exercise to burn off the calories was on the menu?More >>
Thursday, April 11 2013 6:09 PM EDT2013-04-11 22:09:57 GMT
Make-A-Wish is proud to hold the BIG Wish Gala. The event is being held April 11, 2013 at Cleveland Browns Stadium - Legends Club. The evening's guest of honor is a special five-year old, born withMore >>
Make-A-Wish is proud to hold the BIG Wish Gala. The event is being held April 11, 2013 at Cleveland Browns Stadium - Legends Club. The evening's guest of honor is a special five-year old, Tatiyanna Tate, who was born with sickle cell disease. More >>
Friday, April 5 2013 11:35 AM EDT2013-04-05 15:35:59 GMT
(RNN) – A federal judge has ruled that the Federal Food and Drug Administration must make the morning-after pill available over the counter for all ages. Girls age 16 and younger will not require a prescriptionMore >>
A federal judge has ruled the morning-after pill must be available over the counter for all ages without a prescription.More >>
Local chefs and restaurants are joining a very worthy cause, helping the Support for People with Oral and Head and Neck Cancer organization with their annual Taste & Wellness Event.
Do you feel a little depressed at night? It might be because of something you drank during the day. Something that a lot of us consume every day for a pick-me-up, could actually be bringing us down. ThisMore >>
Do you feel a little depressed at night? It might be because of something you drank during the day.More >>
More and more people, especially women, are turning back the hands of time in virtually no time at all.
The latest popular trend is called "lunch lifts" and women are doing these procedures in pretty much the time it takes to leave the office and order lunch.More >>
Wednesday, January 30 2013 9:06 PM EST2013-01-31 02:06:29 GMT
By now we all know the risks faced by overweight kids. You can add another, Kaiser Permanente researchers have found a link between childhood obesity and Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis. Dr. Mary RenselMore >>
By now we all know the risks faced by overweight kids. You can add another, Kaiser Permanente researchers have found a link between childhood obesity and Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis. More >>
Monday, January 28 2013 5:00 PM EST2013-01-28 22:00:14 GMT
The American Academy of Pediatrics released a new immunization schedule Monday and it's one they say will better protect infants, especially newborns. Having your baby vaccinated can be a trying experience,More >>
The American Academy of Pediatrics released a new immunization schedule Monday and it's one they say will better protect infants, especially newborns.
Wednesday, January 16 2013 4:01 PM EST2013-01-16 21:01:05 GMT
There's an app for that! But don't be so sure you are getting the proper information when you are dealing with critical health decisions. Our smart phones and the app's that we download have extendedMore >>
There's an App for that!
But don't be so sure you are getting the proper information when you are dealing with critical health decisions.More >>
Wednesday, January 2 2013 11:01 PM EST2013-01-03 04:01:26 GMT
Flu season is usually in full swing in January or February but already the number of flu related hospitalizations in Ohio has nearly tripled and health officials say we're just getting started. At theMore >>
Flu season is usually in full swing in January or February but already the number of flu related hospitalizations in Ohio has nearly tripled and health officials say we're just getting started.More >>
Wednesday, January 2 2013 5:57 PM EST2013-01-02 22:57:52 GMT
It's a top promise every year: hit the gym, and get in better shape in the new year. Fitness experts say only about 20 percent of people who make this resolution are successful at keeping it.
Tuesday, December 11 2012 1:43 PM EST2012-12-11 18:43:58 GMT
Are we taking care of our eyesight as we age? Unfortunately, in a lot of cases the answer is no according to Dr David Miller, "Seniors in particular, on fixed incomes, may not seek out medical care,More >>
Are we taking care of our eyesight as we age? Unfortunately, in a lot of cases the answer is no according to Dr David Miller, "Seniors in particular, on fixed incomes, may not seek out medical care,More >>
Sunday, November 4 2012 2:00 PM EST2012-11-04 19:00:11 GMT
(CNN) - According to a new study in the latest edition of the journal Circulation, smoking bans are saving lives. The research looked at the number of hospitalizations and deaths for respiratory and otherMore >>
According to a new study in the latest edition of the journal Circulation, smoking bans are saving lives.More >>
Thursday, October 11 2012 9:55 PM EDT2012-10-12 01:55:07 GMT
"my numbers actually came out pretty good. It's free." frank kopin is a happy camper. He was diagnosed with diabetes three years ago. So today, when he saw that rite aid, which is celebrating its 50thMore >>
Free screenings were held in Cleveland Thursday to combat a growing medical condition: Diabetes. There was a Wellness Fair in downtown to help those of us at risk of developing diabetes.
Tuesday, October 2 2012 10:51 PM EDT2012-10-03 02:51:06 GMT
It's an epidemic that's crippling the country. According to a new study, the number of adults 100 lbs or more overweight continues to skyrocket. Recent reports show more than 15 million Americans areMore >>
It's an epidemic that's crippling the country. According to a new study, the number of adults 100 lbs or more overweight continues to skyrocket.More >>
Wednesday, September 19 2012 7:17 AM EDT2012-09-19 11:17:22 GMT
A person associated with Elyria High School has been diagnosed with tuberculosis. The infected individual is currently under the care of medical staff, and is expected to make a full recovery. TB isMore >>
Health officials from the Mercy TB Clinic will be at Elyria High School today to administer skin tests in wake of a tuberculosis scare.More >>
Saturday, August 11 2012 10:57 PM EDT2012-08-12 02:57:19 GMT
Thousands headed to Blossom Music Center on Saturday morning, not for a concert, but to make strides to save lives at Lifebanc's Gift of Life Walk & Run.More >>
Thousands headed to Blossom Music Center on Saturday morning, not for a concert, but to make strides to save lives at Lifebanc's Gift of Life Walk & Run.More >>
