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Timing of Zika Infection in Pregnancy May Be Key to Birth Defect Risk WEDNESDAY, June 15, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- The danger of Zika-related birth defects may be confined to maternal infections that occur during the first two trimesters of a pregnancy, a new study suggests.
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Drugstores are right: you need bug spray, and not just for Zika If bug-spray makers and U.S. health officials get their way, Off and other insect repellents will take up permanent space alongside toothpaste in America's medicine cabinets.
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WHO: Coffee itself isn't cancerous, but watch out for 'very hot' beverages Walter Martin prepares coffee in his coffee shop in the colonial district of Old San Juan, Puerto Rico. A new report delivers good and cautionary news about the beverage.
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To Keep The Blood Supply Safe, Screening Blood Is More Important Than Banning Donors A technician prepares to take a plasma donation from Tiffany Stephens at the OneBlood blood center in Orlando. Mandel Ngan / AFP / Getty Images.
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What you need to know about Zika The mosquito-borne Zika virus is spreading around the globe. Researchers are learning new information about the virus every day. Here is the latest news and research.
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Can coffee cause cancer? Only if it's very hot, says WHO agency LONDON There is no conclusive evidence that drinking coffee causes cancer, the World Health Organization's cancer agency said on Wednesday in a reverse of its previous warning, but it also said all "very hot" drinks are probably carcinogenic.
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Very hot drinks are 'probably carcinogenic' (CNN) Anyone who likes to curl up with a steaming hot drink should consider letting some of that warmth subside; drinking it could increase their risk of developing cancer.
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Erie County Health Department snags $700000 dental care grant SANDUSKY - The federal government has awarded the Erie County Health Department $700,000 over two years to expand dental services offered by the department's community health clinic.
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Seacoast Relay for Life raises $31K for cancer research HAMPTON - The Seacoast Relay for Life raised more than $31,000 Saturday, with 17 teams of cancer survivors and supporters walking the Winnacunnet High School track to raise money for the American Cancer Society.
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Fighting prostate cancer: Treatments evolve, from robotic surgery to hormonal therapy John Grabowski lies on an operating table at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick as eight nurses meticulously prepare him for prostate cancer surgery.
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Nearly $10 million in federal grants awarded to Florida health centers, groups The Obama administration this week announced nearly $10 million in grants for Florida health centers and organizations to expand oral health services and reduce the number of uninsured children in the state.
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Dental care grants go to 12 Illinois health centers CHICAGO (AP) - A dozen health centers in Illinois have been awarded federal funding to broaden access to dental care. Health and Human Services Secretary Sylvia Burwell announced Thursday nearly $4.4 million in support for new dentists, dental ...
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Gates Says Altered Mosquito Is Next Weapon to Fight Malaria Bring on the genetically modified mosquitoes, Bill Gates says. In recent years, biologists armed with a new gene-editing technology have proposed altering mosquitoes so they're more resistant to diseases like malaria and dengue.
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Louisiana gets $4.3 million to expand dental care In this Friday, Jan. 22, 2016 photo, dental resident Madison Myers Galloway checks the teeth of Justin Perez, 11, during an office visit at Riley Hospital for Children's Department of Pediatric Dentistry in Indianapolis.
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Giving back to the community after surviving cancer CLIFTON - For the past 16 years, cancer survivor Johanna Purdon, of Clifton, has pursued her passion for volunteering. As an American Cancer Society Relay For Life volunteer and cancer resource volunteer serving at Hackensack University Medical ...
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Teen with autism receives 10000 birthday cards after plea In this photo provided by Rebecca Guildford and taken sometime between 2014 and 2016, Hallee Sorenson, of Bangor, Maine, poses for a photo.
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Autistic teen gets more than 10000 birthday cards from around the world An autistic teenage girl has received more than 10,000 birthday cards after her cousin posted an online plea for cards and posting a picture that showed the teen sitting alone last year.
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Alzheimer's patients forget, we should remember It is like a thief in the night, an unwelcome visitor whose entrance robs you of people you love, people who love you and, eventually, steals their lives.
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Michigan Confirms Case Of Potentially Deadly Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever LANSING (WWJ) - Michigan residents are being urged to protect themselves against ticks as the state has confirmed a case of Rocky Mountain spotted fever.
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This socially awkward dog is the introvert in all of us: Watch the clip That's what the folks at Happy Tails Resort dog day care in Norfolk, Virginia demonstrated with a hilarious video of a pack of excited pups paddling around in the pool... except for one. Closed Captioning. ON OFF. apply | reset x. Text Display ...
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Dangers of Heroin, Fentanyl Growing in DuPage County: Officials A recent spike in heroin-related deaths has prompted DuPage County officials to warn the public of the growing dangers associated with heroin and fentanyl.
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Governor Cuomo announces recommendations from heroin and opioids task force ALBANY - Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the final report and recommendations from the Heroin and Opioids Task Force. The report was compiled by a diverse group of experts in healthcare, advocacy, education, and law enforcement, along ...
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Study Says Coffee May Not Give You The Boost You Think It Does PHILADELPHIA (CBS) - Many among us rely on coffee to keep us awake. Some people don't even necessarily enjoy the taste, or the pungent aroma.
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Mars Recalls Several Types of Combos Snacks Over Peanut Contamination Concerns Mars Chocolate North America announced that the company is recalling several Combos snacks over peanut contamination concerns. The voluntary recall includes the Cheddar Cheese Pretzel, Cheddar Cheese Cracker, Pizzeria Pretzel, Salt Caramel ...
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Antibiotics, Formula Feeding Might Change Baby's 'Microbiome' WEDNESDAY, June 15, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- When babies are born, the birth process covers their bodies with countless microbes that play crucial roles in their future health.
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Diagnosing mental issues can be as much art as science web1_HE-ROSEMAN2.jpg Dr. Jeffery Talbot, shown in this undated courtesy photo, heads up Roseman University of Health Sciences' research center devoted to substance abuse and depression.
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Spike in heroin, fentanyl deaths reported in DuPage County DuPage County officials are warning the public about the dangers of heroin and fentanyl following a recent spike in deaths associated with the powerful drugs.
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The Facts on the FDA's New Tobacco Rule The FDA now regulates all tobacco products, including (as shown): hookah, e-cigarettes, dissolvables, smokeless tobacco, cigarettes, all cigars, roll-your-own tobacco, pipe tobacco, and future tobacco products that meet the statutory definition of a ...
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'Traffic Light' Symbols May Help People Make Healthier Food Choices If a food item had a red light next to it, would you eat it? By Rachel Dicker | Associate Editor, Social Media June 16, 2016, at 2:04 p.m.. MORE. LinkedIn · StumbleUpon · Google +; Cancel. 'Traffic Light' Symbols May Help People Make Healthier Food ...
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Sleep apnea tied to heart risk even after arteries are cleared For people who have had a procedure to open blocked heart arteries, untreated sleep-breathing problems like snoring or apnea may raise the risk of a future heart attack or stroke, researchers say.
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As deadline looms, cities warn unlicensed pot shops to close SEATTLE (AP) - With a deadline looming for the merging of Washington's recreational and medical marijuana markets, cities around the state are warning unlicensed pot dispensaries to close up shop.
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Teen with autism who celebrated birthday alone receives thousands of cards Last year, none of Hallee Sorenson classmates or friends attended her 18th birthday party. She sat alone in a bowling alley, crying into her birthday cake, heartbroken.
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Cutting Back on Meat May Lower Your Risk of Type 2 Diabetes TUESDAY, June 14, 2016 (HealthDay News) - Eating a mainly plant-based diet—especially one with lots of healthy veggies, fruit, and whole grains—may significantly lower your risk of type 2 diabetes, a new study suggests.
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Industry, policymakers have eyes on upcoming Medicare trustee report The Obama administration will offer an update Wednesday on the state of the nation's entitlement programs. Policymakers are keeping their eyes on the 2016 Social Security and Medicare trustees' report expected to be unveiled Wednesday to see if the ...
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Salt: How Much is Too Much? Healthline We want to be your most trusted ally in your pursuit of health and well-being. Salt intake has become a major health concern in the United States.
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Combos snacks recalled for potential undeclared peanut allergen Mars Chocolate North America announced a recall Tuesday for certain varieties of Combos snacks, as they may contain undeclared peanut allergens.
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West Nile makes return to Nebraska - first case of the season Lincoln, Neb. Nebraska has recorded its first human case of West Nile Virus this season. A person in the Three Rivers Health Department area of Dodge, Saunders and Washington Counties tested positive but was not hospitalized.
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New Colorectal Cancer Screening Guidelines From USPSTF May Benefit Exact Sciences' Cologuard NEW YORK (GenomeWeb) - An updated recommendation statement on colorectal cancer screening from the US Preventive Services Task Force appears to be a positive for the potential uptake and insurance reimbursement of Exact Sciences' Cologuard ...
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How much sleep do kids and teens really need? Anyone who has ever watched children get on a school bus before the sun is up in the morning or teens walk into their first class clutching a jug of coffee knows that too many young people aren't getting enough sleep.
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Calls for Lyme disease inquiry to resume with new Parliament A woman claiming to suffer from Lyme disease is calling for a Senate inquiry into tick-borne diseases in Australia to continue when Parliament resumes, after it was halted because of the federal election.
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