JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - The flu season is fully involved and causing more and more of us to become sick. According to the Arkansas Department of Health, at least seven death have occurred so far this flu
While the best suggestion from doctors across the country to battle the flu is to get a flu shot, there is more information to consider.
There are apps that turn your smartphone into a metal detector, a musical instrument and a GPS system, and now there's an app that may help doctors save your life if you're having a heart attack.
The National Institutes of Health says as many as one in five women may have fibroids during their childbearing years and half of all women have them by age 50.
The National Institutes of Health says as many as one in five women may have fibroids during their childbearing years and half of all women have them by age 50.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 2:08 PM EDT2013-05-14 18:08:02 GMT
WASHINGTON (AP) - Federal accident investigators recommended Tuesday that states cut their threshold for drunken driving by nearly half, matching a standard that has substantially reduced highway deaths
Federal accident investigators recommended Tuesday that states cut their threshold for drunken driving by nearly half, matching a standard that has substantially reduced highway deaths in other countries.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 6:39 AM EDT2013-05-14 10:39:05 GMT
Missouri lawmakers are pressing to renew a program that provides Medicaid coverage to disabled workers who otherwise would earn too much to qualify for government-funded health care.
Missouri lawmakers are pressing to renew a program that provides Medicaid coverage to disabled workers who otherwise would earn too much to qualify for government-funded health care.
While cases of high-heel related injuries are on the rise, instead of trading them in for flats, some women are reshaping their feet by shortening toes or simply removing them.
While cases of high-heel related injuries are on the rise, instead of trading them in for flats, some women are reshaping their feet by shortening toes or simply removing them to get a Cinderella-snug fit inside their favorite shoes.
Here are some details about a cosmetic procedure that doesn't involve injecting acids or those worrisome toxins into your face. Instead, this filler comes right from your own body.
Here are some details about a cosmetic procedure that doesn't involve injecting acids or those worrisome toxins into your face. Instead, this filler comes right from your own body.
Vermont is close to joining Oregon, Washington and Montana as states allowing doctors to prescribe lethal medication to terminally ill patients who request it.
Vermont is poised to join three other states permitting doctors to prescribe lethal doses of medication to terminally ill patients after the state House approved a compromise bill similar to Oregon's 1997 law.
Monday, May 13 2013 10:45 PM EDT2013-05-14 02:45:09 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT)--Saying "I want to give back to the community". You've heard it, and probably even said it. It means different things to different people. When you think of medical professionals
Meet two Jonesboro doctors who spend their free time as members of JPD's SWAT Team.
Monday, May 13 2013 7:55 PM EDT2013-05-13 23:55:38 GMT
SOUTHSIDE, AR (KAIT) - A family claims their daughter got large blisters on her feet after her P.E. coach made her run barefoot. The Howard family says their daughter wore flip flops last week to Southside
A family claims their daughter got large blisters on her feet after her P.E. coach made her run barefoot outdoors.
Emmanuel Spencer never had allergies a day in his life, but he went into full anaphylactic shock after eating meat while on vacation. His isn't the only bizarre case.
Summer is here, and so are skin-loving ticks! We'll show you which kind could give you a serious allergy - even if you've never had them before.
The government is running out of time to try to halt implementation of a New York judge's ruling that would lift age restrictions for women and girls wanting to buy the morning-after pill.
The Obama administration on Monday filed a last-minute appeal to delay the sale of the morning-after contraceptive pill to girls of any age without a prescription.
Monday, May 13 2013 4:18 PM EDT2013-05-13 20:18:49 GMT
NEW YORK (AP) - U.S. health officials say last year was the worst ever for West Nile virus deaths. The final tally reported Monday was 286 deaths - or two more than the record set in 2002. But there
U.S. health officials say last year was the worst ever for West Nile virus deaths. The final tally reported Monday was 286 deaths - or two more than the record set in 2002.
According to health officials, life expectancy in the U.S. is now nearly 80 years. One woman who recently turned 106 shares her sweet secret to long life.
According to health officials, life expectancy in the U.S. is now nearly 80 years. One woman who recently turned 106 shares her sweet secret to long life.
Friday, May 10 2013 7:34 PM EDT2013-05-10 23:34:44 GMT
BATESVILLE, AR (KAIT) - Mail carriers will pick up more than just letters during their routes Saturday. They will also be collecting food left by mailboxes as part of the nation's largest food drive
Local mail carriers will pick up more than just letters this weekend. They will also collect food donations as part of the nation's largest annual food drive called "Stamp Out Hunger."
Friday, May 10 2013 6:33 PM EDT2013-05-10 22:33:54 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT)- A new government report shows the discrepancy in medical costs when it comes to hospitals charging different prices for the same procedures. The Obama Administration released the
A new government report shows the discrepancy in medical costs when it comes to hospitals charging different prices for the same procedures.
Friday, May 10 2013 4:59 PM EDT2013-05-10 20:59:57 GMT
JOPLIN, MO (AP) - Authorities in Joplin say a 75-year-old woman was killed when her oxygen device caught fire while she was smoking. The Joplin Globe reports firefighters responded shortly after 11 p.m.
Authorities in Joplin say a 75-year-old woman was killed when her oxygen device caught fire while she was smoking.
Friday, May 10 2013 2:01 PM EDT2013-05-10 18:01:19 GMT
Legislative auditors are questioning $1.3 million in Medicaid payments to Arkansas providers that they say weren't adequately documented. State Human Services officials say the findings don't reflect any...
Legislative auditors are questioning $1.3 million in Medicaid payments to Arkansas providers that they say weren't adequately documented. State Human Services officials say the findings don't reflect any improper...
About 13 percent of Americans 60 and older say they have increasing problems with thinking and memory and that they suffer growing confusion, a new report released Thursday shows.
About 13 percent of Americans 60 and older say they have increasing problems with thinking and memory and that they suffer growing confusion, a new report released Thursday shows.
Thursday, May 9 2013 7:50 PM EDT2013-05-09 23:50:24 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) – With summer quickly approaching, many people are going to be outside more enjoying the warm weather. People exposing themselves to more sunlight are putting themselves at risk of
With summer quickly approaching, many people are going to be outside more enjoying the warm weather.
Thursday, May 9 2013 7:01 PM EDT2013-05-09 23:01:07 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) – According to an article from TODAY, nearly half of moms say Pinterest causes stress. The perfect world of Pinterest can make anyone believe that crafty cakes and to-die-for decorations
According to an article from TODAY, nearly half of moms say Pinterest causes stress.
Even the minor noise that fills everyday life, from the ring of a cell phone to the conversation that follows, may have short-term effects on heart function, a small new study suggests.
Even the minor noise that fills everyday life, from the ring of a cell phone to the conversation that follows, may have short-term effects on heart function, a small new study suggests.
It's a controversial question -- what to do with unused embryos left over from in vitro fertilization? The FOX12 Investigators has learned some of them are being adopted. One local family has a baby
It's a controversial question -- what to do with unused embryos left over from in vitro fertilization? FOX 12 Investigators learned some of them are being adopted.
Wednesday, May 8 2013 10:56 AM EDT2013-05-08 14:56:53 GMT
Caffeine is being added to foods more and more these days. But the caffeine craze is worrying the FDA, which is now looking into regulating America's favorite drug.
Caffeine is being added to foods more and more these days. But the caffeine craze is worrying the FDA, which is now looking into regulating America's favorite drug.
Men who are uninsured or underinsured get advanced prostate cancer at nearly four times the national average and don't survive as long as other men with advanced disease, a new study says.
Men who are uninsured or underinsured get advanced prostate cancer at nearly four times the national average and don't survive as long as other men with advanced disease, a new study says.
Wednesday, May 8 2013 6:49 AM EDT2013-05-08 10:49:45 GMT
Attorney General Dustin McDaniel has rejected the wording of a proposal to ask voters to approve a new law that would use federal Medicaid dollars to purchase private insurance for thousands of low-income residents.
Attorney General Dustin McDaniel has rejected the wording of a proposal to ask voters to approve a new law that would use federal Medicaid dollars to purchase private insurance for thousands of low-income residents.
Walking is something we take for granted, but could your daily walk be doing you more harm than good? Peggy Hall tells us the danger signs to look out for and how to fix them.
Walking is something we take for granted, but could your daily walk be doing you more harm than good? America Now Wellness Expert Peggy Hall tells us the danger signs to look out for and how to fix them.
Men who are obese in their early 20s have a significantly increased risk of dying or of having serious health problems such as diabetes and heart disease by the time they reach age 55, a new long-term study indicates.
Men who are obese in their early 20s have a significantly increased risk of dying or of having serious health problems such as diabetes and heart disease by the time they reach age 55, a new long-term study indicates.
Drinking just one 12-ounce sugar-sweetened soft drink a day can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by up to 22 percent, a European study contends.
Drinking just one 12-ounce sugar-sweetened soft drink a day can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by up to 22 percent, a European study contends.
Young adults who have higher levels of mercury in their systems may face a 65 percent increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life, a new study warns.
Young adults who have higher levels of mercury in their systems may face a 65 percent increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life, a new study warns.
Adult diabetes patients who don't understand basic health information are less likely to continue taking newly prescribed antidepressants, a new study finds.
Adult diabetes patients who don't understand basic health information are less likely to continue taking newly prescribed antidepressants, a new study finds.
People who follow the ancient practice of yoga may be getting an added health boost, with a new study suggesting it can fight high blood pressure -- also known as hypertension.
People who follow the ancient practice of yoga may be getting an added health boost, with a new study suggesting it can fight high blood pressure -- also known as hypertension.
Public funding of assisted reproductive technology, including in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments, broadens the range of couples who seek treatment for infertility by attracting a more diverse population.
Public funding of assisted reproductive technology, including in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments, broadens the range of couples who seek treatment for infertility by attracting a more diverse population.
The notion of wealthy "sugar daddies" with young, pretty wives and well-heeled "cougar" women with handsome, young husbands may be more fiction than fact, new research suggests.
The notion of wealthy "sugar daddies" with young, pretty wives and well-heeled "cougar" women with handsome, young husbands may be more fiction than fact, new research suggests.
The Obama administration announced late Wednesday that it would appeal a federal judge's order to eliminate any age restrictions on who can buy morning-after birth control pills without a prescription.
The Obama administration announced late Wednesday that it would appeal a federal judge's order to eliminate any age restrictions on who can buy morning-after birth control pills without a prescription.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the over-the-counter sale of Plan B One-Step for use as emergency contraception by girls and women aged 15 and older.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the over-the-counter sale of Plan B One-Step for use as emergency contraception by girls and women aged 15 and older.
Danish scientists testing a novel HIV treatment in human trials contend that they're confident their strategy will result in a cure for the AIDS-causing virus, according to news reports.
Danish scientists testing a novel HIV treatment in human trials contend that they're confident their strategy will result in a cure for the AIDS-causing virus, according to news reports.
It's easy to blame pornography for prompting young people to engage in risky sex, but a new study suggests that the use of sexually explicit material doesn't have a lot to do with sexual behavior.
It's easy to blame pornography for prompting young people to engage in risky sex, but a new study suggests that the use of sexually explicit material doesn't have a lot to do with sexual behavior.
A federal judge has ordered the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to make the so-called "morning-after pill" -- an emergency contraceptive -- available to all women regardless of age.
A federal judge has ordered the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to make the so-called "morning-after pill" -- an emergency contraceptive -- available to all women regardless of age.
Scientists report that they were able to improve the math-calculation skills of college students by buzzing their brains with doses of random high-frequency noise.
Scientists report that they were able to improve the math-calculation skills of college students by buzzing their brains with doses of random high-frequency noise.
There are few things more inviting than a cool, clear pool on a hot summer day. But a new federal report will have you thinking twice before dipping a toe in the water.
There are few things more inviting than a cool, clear pool on a hot summer day. But a new federal report will have you thinking twice before dipping a toe in the water.
Close to half of U.S high school students text while driving, a habit that dramatically increases their risk of getting into a potentially fatal car crash, a new study shows.
Close to half of U.S high school students text while driving, a habit that dramatically increases their risk of getting into a potentially fatal car crash, a new study shows.
Giving small amounts of infant formula to newborns who experience significant weight loss can increase the length of time that they are breast-fed, according to a new study.
Giving small amounts of infant formula to newborns who experience significant weight loss can increase the length of time that they are breast-fed, according to a new study.
At least 10 percent of severe genetic heart defects are caused by new gene mutations that were not passed down from patients' parents, a new study finds.
At least 10 percent of severe genetic heart defects are caused by new gene mutations that were not passed down from patients' parents, a new study finds.
Spending more time in physical education classes helps students develop muscle strength and doesn't increase their risk of broken bones, a new study finds.
Spending more time in physical education classes helps students develop muscle strength and doesn't increase their risk of broken bones, a new study finds.
Chemicals found in gasoline, kerosene, lighter fluid and some insecticides and cleaning supplies are among the top 10 causes of pediatric poisoning deaths in the United States.
Chemicals found in gasoline, kerosene, lighter fluid and some insecticides and cleaning supplies are among the top 10 causes of pediatric poisoning deaths in the United States.
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People who opt for nonsmoking rooms in hotels with a partial smoking ban are not fully protected from harmful exposure to so-called "thirdhand" smoke, according to a new study.
People who opt for nonsmoking rooms in hotels with a partial smoking ban are not fully protected from harmful exposure to so-called "thirdhand" smoke, according to a new study.
Scientists report that they were able to improve the math-calculation skills of college students by buzzing their brains with doses of random high-frequency noise.
Scientists report that they were able to improve the math-calculation skills of college students by buzzing their brains with doses of random high-frequency noise.
Weight gain in men and women is predicted by two different genetic variations -- so-called polymorphisms, according to a new study from the Netherlands.
Weight gain in men and women is predicted by two different genetic variations -- so-called polymorphisms, according to a new study from the Netherlands.
The notion of wealthy "sugar daddies" with young, pretty wives and well-heeled "cougar" women with handsome, young husbands may be more fiction than fact, new research suggests.
The notion of wealthy "sugar daddies" with young, pretty wives and well-heeled "cougar" women with handsome, young husbands may be more fiction than fact, new research suggests.
Close to half of U.S high school students text while driving, a habit that dramatically increases their risk of getting into a potentially fatal car crash, a new study shows.
Close to half of U.S high school students text while driving, a habit that dramatically increases their risk of getting into a potentially fatal car crash, a new study shows.
Learn more about your health by using the Interactive Human Body Atlas. These educational tools provide in-depth interactive demonstrations of over 150 common diseases and disorders.
Learn more about your health by using our Interactive Human Body Atlas. These educational tools provide in-depth interactive demonstrations of over 150 common diseases and disorders. You can learn the cause of Migraines, Allergies, Stroke and many other conditions.
Hudson, Mass.,PRNewswire -- While the goal of eating right is more critical than ever, today's faster, on-the-go culture creates great challenges for dieters, says Sandeep Shah, CEO of Skyscape Inc.,
In the last few years, many prominent medical research centers have announced clinical studies highlighting the benefits of a regular program of ballroom dance both for fitness and battling Alzheimer's.
The 21 Minute Convenience Fitness(TM) franchised program is designed to build strength and flexibility in a studio with no loud music or mirrors, no showers since there is no need to change clothes, and members are in and out in about twenty minutes.
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Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited (Takeda) and H. Lundbeck A/S (Lundbeck) today announced that the companies will be presenting new data from four studies that evaluated effectiveness in treating the overall symptoms of...
Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited (Takeda) and H. Lundbeck A/S (Lundbeck) today announced that the companies will be presenting new data from four studies that evaluated effectiveness in treating the overall symptoms of...
Although colonoscopy exams prevent many colon cancer deaths1 and are considered the most sensitive method for detecting colorectal cancers2, the procedure is not completely effective in preventing cancer cases3. EndoChoice®...
Although colonoscopy exams prevent many colon cancer deaths1 and are considered the most sensitive method for detecting colorectal cancers2, the procedure is not completely effective in preventing cancer cases3. EndoChoice®...
Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential securities fraud at AVEO Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ("AVEO" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: AVEO).
Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential securities fraud at AVEO Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ("AVEO" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: AVEO).
On Sunday, May 19, 2013, join the Minnesota AIDS Project (MAP) at Minnehaha Park for the 26th year of the Minnesota AIDS Walk. Donations to the AIDS Walk help the Minnesota AIDS Project prevent new HIV infections and keep...
On Sunday, May 19, 2013, join the Minnesota AIDS Project (MAP) at Minnehaha Park for the 26th year of the Minnesota AIDS Walk. Donations to the AIDS Walk help the Minnesota AIDS Project prevent new HIV infections and keep...
News reports have been filled with speculation about the reasons for a dramatic nationwide increase in arm lifts, known medically as brachioplasty. We admit it's interesting to speculate on the reasons for the enormous...
News reports have been filled with speculation about the reasons for a dramatic nationwide increase in arm lifts, known medically as brachioplasty. We admit it's interesting to speculate on the reasons for the enormous...
RealSelf, the world's largest community for plastic, cosmetic, and weight loss surgery, announced today that actress, singer, mom, and TV host Carnie Wilson has joined RealSelf's community and shared an exclusive,...
RealSelf, the world's largest community for plastic, cosmetic, and weight loss surgery, announced today that actress, singer, mom, and TV host Carnie Wilson has joined RealSelf's community and shared an exclusive,...
The power of plants to cure and rejuvenate, one of the most important ways in which mankind depends on the plant kingdom, is the subject of The New York Botanical Garden's multifaceted exhibition Wild Medicine: Healing...
The power of plants to cure and rejuvenate, one of the most important ways in which mankind depends on the plant kingdom, is the subject of The New York Botanical Garden's multifaceted exhibition Wild Medicine: Healing...
On Friday, after a month-long trial, jurors in Broward County assessed career-threatening "strikes" against two local doctors arising out of a medical procedure that left a local man with permanent brain injuries. Dale...
On Friday, after a month-long trial, jurors in Broward County assessed career-threatening "strikes" against two local doctors arising out of a medical procedure that left a local man with permanent brain injuries. Dale...
Continental Who's Who/ - Lekishia White is recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Pinnacle Professional among Pharmaceutical Professionals. Lekishia is the Vice President and Managing Director of MultiPharma Inc.
Continental Who's Who/ - Lekishia White is recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Pinnacle Professional among Pharmaceutical Professionals. Lekishia is the Vice President and Managing Director of MultiPharma Inc.
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