Best and worst jobs for your health
Every job and employer is different, but there are ways to make any job healthier. Try borrowing strategies from our list of the best, then read on for the worst
Should you go gluten-free?
Perhaps you have been considered going gluten-free? Before you stop eating breads, pastas and cereals let’s look at the facts about gluten, Celiac, gluten intolerance and gluten sensitivity
Many rare gene mutations may be associated with common diseases
Two large surveys of the human genome indicate that it may be much harder than scientists once thought to map out all the genetic mutations that underpin common human diseases, complicating the potential development of personalized, gene-based treatments
Canine cancer: How to save a pet’s life
Cancer is a devastating disease, and not just for humans. It is the number one cause of death in dogs over the age of two
Who is the most stressed out at work?
Take a look around your office and you may be able to spot which employee is the most stressed, simply by looking at the type of computers your office mates are using
Authorities: Active tuberculosis patient charged in California for refusing to take medication
Authorities in California took the unusual step of jailing and charging a tuberculosis patient who they say refused to take medication to keep his disease from becoming contagious. …
Mysterious rash affects 11 students in Florida high school
Eleven students and a teacher at a South Florida high school are being transported to local hospitals after coming down with a rash while in class
Novel stroke device completely removes blood clot in man’s brain
In early 2012, Rich Hasselberger, 47, was rushed to the North Shore University Stroke Center after suffering a ischemic stroke. Thanks to a new device, doctors at the center were able to completely remove the blood clot in his brain
Blood drive set for flesh-eating bacteria survivor
A blood drive is being held at University of West Georgia for a student fighting a flesh-eating bacteria that threatens her life
Suzanne Somers’ tips for staying young
Dr. Manny Alvarez, senior managing health editor of FoxNews.com, recently sat down with the actress, writer and health advocate to talk about her new book, Bombshell: Explosive Medical Secrets That Will Redefine Aging, and talk about her secrets for staying young
1 in 3 autistic students have no college education nearly a decade after high school
A new study found one in three young adults with autism had no post-secondary education or employment in the years after graduating from high school. According to the researchers, autistic youth had a higher risk of not enrolling in college… Continue reading
Get wise about your eyes
Dryness. Puffy eyelids. Trouble reading the tiny print. No need to squint and bear it: Try these fixes for top vision complaints.
Weight loss surgery allows woman to fulfill her dream of being a mom
Jassira Espaillat-Batista had always wanted to be a mother. But at 340 pounds, she was unable to ovulate, so having children didn’t seem to be an option for her. So in an attempt to take control of her weight issues,… Continue reading
Birth control patch and ring may raise blood clot risk
Birth control in the form of a vaginal ring or skin patch may bring a higher risk of blood clots than birth control pills
9 most sickening food ingredients
News about gross-out ingredients like pink slime and ammonia (more about both later) got us thinking: What other surprises lurk in the food we eat? We put that question to food safety as well as food manufacturing experts, and it… Continue reading
Start babies on the right solid foods
Starting your baby on solids is an exciting time for both baby and you, but did you know that how you introduce foods to them now can actually influence the how well they’ll feed themselves later? Laying the ground work… Continue reading
85-year-old woman busts a move at Zumba class
Zumba classes have skyrocketed in popularity over the past couple years, and lately, they’ve been gaining favor among an entirely new age group – seniors
Toddler who swallowed 8 magnets faces long road to recovery
A boy who swallowed eight magnetic beads a month ago faces a long road to recovery. Doctors had to remove most of one-year-old Braylon Jordan’s intestine to repair the damage the magnets caused. He is now waiting for a transplant
Dealing with chemotherapy side effects
Chemotherapy can be very effective as a cancer treatment can be very effective, but the side effects – which include pain, fatigue, loss of appetite and memory changes – can be difficult for patients to deal with. Dr. Manny spoke… Continue reading