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 numerous
The deaths of five infants and dozens of injuries or falls have led federal regulators to stop the sales of a popular baby recliner.
By MARILYNN MARCHIONE AP Chief Medical Writer A Boston hospital is starting the world's first hand transplant program for children, and doctors say it won't be long until face transplants...
By MARILYNN MARCHIONE AP Chief Medical Writer A Boston hospital is starting the world's first hand transplant program for children, and doctors say it won't be long until face transplants and other...
Saturday, June 15 2013 4:34 PM EDT2013-06-15 20:34:00 GMT
(HealthDay News) - Certain proteins in saliva help protect seniors from influenza, according to a new study from China. The findings improve understanding of why older people are better able to fight
Certain proteins in saliva help protect seniors from influenza, according to a new study from China.
Saturday, June 15 2013 4:33 PM EDT2013-06-15 20:33:22 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - A health agency has launched a controversial teen pregnancy prevention campaign to help increase awareness and education about teen pregnancy. The campaign from the Chicago Department
The campaign from the Chicago Department of Health features "attention-grabbing images of teenage boys depicted as pregnant to spark conversations among adolescents and adults on the issue of teen pregnancy and to make the case that teen parenthood is more than just a girl's responsibility. "
Friday, June 14 2013 7:07 PM EDT2013-06-14 23:07:06 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - For many people, washing their hands was one of the first things they learned as a child. But a new Michigan State study shows 95 percent of people are not doing it properly.
For many people, washing their hands was one of the first things they learned as a child. But a new Michigan State study shows 95 percent of people are not doing it properly.
Friday, June 14 2013 6:41 PM EDT2013-06-14 22:41:42 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The campus of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is a home to 2.5 million square feet of research clinical and administrative space dedicated to finding cures and saving lives. Inside a high-tech
The campus of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is a home to 2.5 million square feet of research clinical and administrative space dedicated to finding cures and saving lives.
The 10-year-old Pennsylvania girl whose efforts to qualify for a transplant drew public debate over how organ donation should be done is getting a new lung.
A 10-year-old girl whose efforts to qualify for an organ donation spurred public debate over how organs are allocated underwent a successful double-lung transplant on Wednesday, the girl's family said.
Wednesday, June 12 2013 7:03 PM EDT2013-06-12 23:03:11 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) – A new program being put on by St. Bernards hopes to give kids the tools for safer babysitting. The "Safe Sitter" program started Wednesday morning. It is one of two classes being
A new program being put on by St. Bernards hopes to give kids the tools for safer babysitting.
Wednesday, June 12 2013 5:07 PM EDT2013-06-12 21:07:48 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) – People across the area are looking to eliminate a common household pest: ants. Is it mating season for the insects? Is it due to leaving food or trash out? Is there possibly another
People across the area are looking to eliminate a common household pest: ants.
Wednesday, June 12 2013 6:51 AM EDT2013-06-12 10:51:20 GMT
Seven Republicans and three Democrats have been appointed to a Missouri Senate committee that will study potential changes to the Medicaid health care program for the poor.
Seven Republicans and three Democrats have been appointed to a Missouri Senate committee that will study potential changes to the Medicaid health care program for the poor.
Wednesday, June 12 2013 6:46 AM EDT2013-06-12 10:46:46 GMT
The attorney general's office has approved the wording of a ballot measure that would allow voters to decide whether Arkansas can use federal Medicaid dollars to offer private insurance to thousands of...
The attorney general's office has approved the wording of a ballot measure that would allow voters to decide whether Arkansas can use federal Medicaid dollars to offer private insurance to thousands of low-income...
Tuesday, June 11 2013 6:17 PM EDT2013-06-11 22:17:12 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) – Region 8 isn't under a heat advisory yet, but today's high is supposed to be the hottest day of the week. Courtney Brown will have tips to beat the heat and reminders to keep everyone
Region 8 isn't under a heat advisory yet, but today's high is supposed to be the hottest day of the week.
Sick time costs the economy $84 billion a year, according to a recent study. Some professions miss a lot more days than others.
Sick time costs the economy $84 billion a year, according to a recent study. Some professions miss a lot more days than others and not necessarily the ones you'd expect.
Monday, June 10 2013 7:17 PM EDT2013-06-10 23:17:01 GMT
NEWARK, AR (KAIT) – Now that their summer vacation has started, the one meal that many students could count on is gone. Luckily, many school districts are offering summer meal programs that provide breakfast
Recognizing a growing need prompted the Cedar Ridge School District in Newark to bring back its summer food program for the second year.
More than 25 million Americans are living with diabetes and type 2 diabetes accounts for over 90% of the cases. But the day Tim Ferree had gastric bypass surgery he was given a new lease on life.
More than 25 million Americans are living with diabetes and Type II diabetes accounts for more than 90 percent of the cases. America Now investigates a procedure that could help reverse the effects.
Sunday, June 9 2013 9:00 AM EDT2013-06-09 13:00:09 GMT
(HealthDay News) - Sticking with a regular bedtime helps people with sleep apnea stay with their continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy, according to a new study. CPAP -- which uses mild air
Sticking with a regular bedtime helps people with sleep apnea stay with their continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy, according to a new study.
Saturday, June 8 2013 11:31 AM EDT2013-06-08 15:31:04 GMT
WASHINGTON (AP) - Health care coverage for newly legalized immigrants is emerging as a thorny issue in Congress' drive to remake the nation's immigration system, posing hard-to-solve problems for Senate
Health care coverage for newly legalized immigrants is emerging as a thorny issue in Congress' drive to remake the nation's immigration system, posing hard-to-solve problems for Senate negotiators and threatening a bill-writing effort in the House.
Thursday, June 6 2013 9:19 PM EDT2013-06-07 01:19:36 GMT
(RNN) – The California Taco Bell employee whose Facebook photo of a fellow employee licking a stack of hard taco shells has been fired, according to a news release from Taco Bell. The same also goes for
The fast food giant commented on the viral Facebook photo of an employee licking a stack of taco shells.
Thursday, June 6 2013 6:15 PM EDT2013-06-06 22:15:13 GMT
A lawsuit challenging Arkansas' new law banning most abortions after 12 weeks of pregnancy has been assigned to a new federal judge.
NEW DETAILS: A federal judge says an anti-abortion counseling group can't help defend an Arkansas law that bans the procedure 12 weeks into a woman's pregnancy.
Thursday, June 6 2013 4:40 PM EDT2013-06-06 20:40:38 GMT
JONESBORO,AR (KAIT) - Several residents from a local retirement home been victims of medication theft. Over the past few months, several police reports were filed with the Jonesboro Police Department
Several residents from a local retirement home been victims of medication theft. Over the past few months, several police reports were filed with the Jonesboro Police Department that shows resident's Hydrocodone pills are being stolen from their room.
Thursday, June 6 2013 4:34 PM EDT2013-06-06 20:34:57 GMT
Before you head out for a night on the town, better click here to find out what Craighead County health inspectors found during their latest round of inspections.
Before you head out for a night on the town, you might want to check out what Craighead County health inspectors found during their latest round of inspections.
Rising global food demand will push up prices 10 to 40 percent over the coming decade and governments need to boost investment to increase farm production, a forecast by two international agencies said Thursday.
Rising global food demand will push up prices 10 to 40 percent over the coming decade and governments need to boost investment to increase farm production, a forecast by two international agencies said Thursday.
Wednesday, June 5 2013 6:29 PM EDT2013-06-05 22:29:01 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - With school out, a lot of needy children could miss meals that they'd usually get while attending class. The United Christian Fellowship Outreach Incorporated has started their
With school out, a lot of needy children could miss meals that they'd usually get while attending class. The United Christian Fellowship Outreach Incorporated has started their free meals program for school aged children.
Researchers have developed a network of so-called "nanoparticles" that theoretically could be injected into the body and release insulin to counteract rising blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.
Researchers have developed a network of so-called "nanoparticles" that theoretically could be injected into the body and release insulin to counteract rising blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.
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.
The U.S. government has dropped its effort to block a court order that would make the morning-after contraceptive pill available over-the-counter to all women and girls.
The U.S. government has dropped its effort to block a court order that would make the morning-after contraceptive pill available over-the-counter to all women and girls.
Men with high levels of narcissism -- an unrealistically positive self-image coupled with feelings of entitlement -- have an easier time than others attracting a potential mate, new German research says.
Men with high levels of narcissism -- an unrealistically positive self-image coupled with feelings of entitlement -- have an easier time than others attracting a potential mate, new German research says.
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.
Children of women who drink moderate amounts of alcohol while pregnant don't appear to have any neurodevelopmental problems when it comes to balance, a new British study suggests.
Children of women who drink moderate amounts of alcohol while pregnant don't appear to have any neurodevelopmental problems when it comes to balance, a new British study suggests.
Black and Hispanic children with autism are markedly less likely than children from white families to receive specialty care for complications tied to the disorder, a new study finds.
Black and Hispanic children with autism are markedly less likely than children from white families to receive specialty care for complications tied to the disorder, a new study finds.
Being picked on by your brother or sister may seem like a normal part of growing up, but for some kids the bullying may be a source of depression and anxiety, a new study suggests.
Being picked on by your brother or sister may seem like a normal part of growing up, but for some kids the bullying may be a source of depression and anxiety, a new study suggests.
For dads aiming at marital bliss, a new study suggests just two factors are especially important: being engaged with the kids, for sure -- but also doing a fair share of the household chores.
For dads aiming at marital bliss, a new study suggests just two factors are especially important: being engaged with the kids, for sure -- but also doing a fair share of the household chores.
All those "status updates" and "tweets" that people post as they clamor to be part of the online social network may reflect a troubling trend toward self-absorbed behavior in the United States, a new study suggests.
All those "status updates" and "tweets" that people post as they clamor to be part of the online social network may reflect a troubling trend toward self-absorbed behavior in the United States, a new study suggests.
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Whooping cough cases are escalating in the United States, and many American adults are unknowingly exposing vulnerable babies to the potentially deadly disease because their vaccinations are not up to date.
Whooping cough cases are escalating in the United States, and many American adults are unknowingly exposing vulnerable babies to the potentially deadly disease because their vaccinations are not up to date.
Two new studies offer some solace to those who can't control their weight despite diet and exercise by providing more evidence that genetics may play a role in obesity.
Two new studies offer some solace to those who can't control their weight despite diet and exercise by providing more evidence that genetics may play a role in obesity.
Whooping cough cases are escalating in the United States, and many American adults are unknowingly exposing vulnerable babies to the potentially deadly disease because their vaccinations are not up to date.
Whooping cough cases are escalating in the United States, and many American adults are unknowingly exposing vulnerable babies to the potentially deadly disease because their vaccinations are not up to date.
Plenty of Americans are eager to use their mobile phones and tablet computers to better manage their health care, a new poll finds -- though the nation has a way to go before we're all consulting Dr. Smartphone.
Plenty of Americans are eager to use their mobile phones and tablet computers to better manage their health care, a new poll finds -- though the nation has a way to go before we're all consulting Dr. Smartphone.
Being picked on by your brother or sister may seem like a normal part of growing up, but for some kids the bullying may be a source of depression and anxiety, a new study suggests.
Being picked on by your brother or sister may seem like a normal part of growing up, but for some kids the bullying may be a source of depression and anxiety, a new study suggests.
For dads aiming at marital bliss, a new study suggests just two factors are especially important: being engaged with the kids, for sure -- but also doing a fair share of the household chores.
For dads aiming at marital bliss, a new study suggests just two factors are especially important: being engaged with the kids, for sure -- but also doing a fair share of the household chores.
Anyone who has ever been a volunteer knows that it feels good to help others, but researchers have found a less obvious benefit: volunteering can help reduce older adults' risk of high blood pressure.
Anyone who has ever been a volunteer knows that it feels good to help others, but researchers have found a less obvious benefit: volunteering can help reduce older adults' risk of high blood pressure.
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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The Partnership at Drugfree.org, in conjunction with Major League Baseball Charities (MLB), today announce the fourth annual Commissioner's Play Healthy Awards to celebrate extraordinary individuals on and off the...
The Partnership at Drugfree.org, in conjunction with Major League Baseball Charities (MLB), today announce the fourth annual Commissioner's Play Healthy Awards to celebrate extraordinary individuals on and off the...
DURECT Corporation (Nasdaq: DRRX) today announced that the New Drug Application (NDA) for the investigational product POSIDUR (SABER-Bupivacaine) has been accepted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) indicating...
DURECT Corporation (Nasdaq: DRRX) today announced that the New Drug Application (NDA) for the investigational product POSIDUR (SABER-Bupivacaine) has been accepted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) indicating...
D4D Technologies, LLC, the award-winning developer of digital technologies for dentistry, and Henry Schein, Inc., announced today the all new E4D® NEVO™ Scanner and Design Center, enhancing the ease-of-use in digital dental...
D4D Technologies, LLC, the award-winning developer of digital technologies for dentistry, and Henry Schein, Inc., announced today the all new E4D® NEVO™ Scanner and Design Center, enhancing the ease-of-use in digital dental...
OMICS Group is proud to announce the acquisition of the journal: Oral Health and Dental Management (OHDM), a dentistry research based quality journal. With this acquisition, the glory heads high and both the organizations...
OMICS Group is proud to announce the acquisition of the journal: Oral Health and Dental Management (OHDM), a dentistry research based quality journal. With this acquisition, the glory heads high and both the organizations...
PTC Therapeutics, Inc. (PTC) today announced the pricing of its initial public offering of 8,372,000 shares of common stock at a public offering price of $15.00 per share, before underwriting discounts. All of the shares in...
PTC Therapeutics, Inc. (PTC) today announced the pricing of its initial public offering of 8,372,000 shares of common stock at a public offering price of $15.00 per share, before underwriting discounts. All of the shares in...
Sirtex Medical Limited (ASX: SRX) and US-based Surefire Medical today announced a sales and marketing partnership to distribute Surefire's range of innovative infusion systems and specialty catheters for the...
Sirtex Medical Limited (ASX: SRX) and US-based Surefire Medical today announced a sales and marketing partnership to distribute Surefire's range of innovative infusion systems and specialty catheters for the...
Sanovas, Inc., a leading developer of micro invasive surgical solutions for the Interventional Pulmonary Science, announced today that it has entered into a patent license and joint development agreement with Mayo Clinic to...
Sanovas, Inc., a leading developer of micro invasive surgical solutions for the Interventional Pulmonary Science, announced today that it has entered into a patent license and joint development agreement with Mayo Clinic to...
According to a new market report published by Transparency Market Research (http://www.transparencymarketresearch.com) "Skincare Devices Market (Lasabrasion, Microdermabrasion, Liposuction, LED Therapy, Dermatoscopes, Skin...
According to a new market report published by Transparency Market Research (http://www.transparencymarketresearch.com) "Skincare Devices Market (Lasabrasion, Microdermabrasion, Liposuction, LED Therapy, Dermatoscopes, Skin...
Thanks to decades of scientific research, almost everyone knows that milk offers many health benefits and is an essential part of a healthy diet. Ongoing research continues to find amazing properties of milk that may...
Thanks to decades of scientific research, almost everyone knows that milk offers many health benefits and is an essential part of a healthy diet. Ongoing research continues to find amazing properties of milk that may...
Promising results from a new study published in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition provide convincing evidence that walnuts can help protect against heart disease. This study, conducted by the Yale-Griffin...
Promising results from a new study published in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition provide convincing evidence that walnuts can help protect against heart disease. This study, conducted by the Yale-Griffin...
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