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.
Wednesday, June 5 2013 1:42 PM EDT2013-06-05 17:42:18 GMT
Gov. Mike Beebe wants to use $1.1 million from a state reserve fund to help pay for a program that provides grants for students who pay out-of-state tuition for medical programs not offered in Arkansas.
Gov. Mike Beebe wants to use $1.1 million from a state reserve fund to help pay for a program that provides grants for students who pay out-of-state tuition for medical programs not offered in Arkansas.
Tuesday, June 4 2013 7:12 PM EDT2013-06-04 23:12:03 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT)- A groundbreaking ceremony took place in Southwest Jonesboro Tuesday morning. St. Bernard's Villa is officially under construction. It will be a residential complex for seniors that
A groundbreaking ceremony took place in Southwest Jonesboro Tuesday morning.
Tuesday, June 4 2013 2:27 PM EDT2013-06-04 18:27:55 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) – As the population of Northeast Arkansas expands so does the need for doctors and nurses to take care of them. Now Arkansas State University is exploring the possibility of public-private
As the population of Northeast Arkansas expands so does the need for doctors and nurses to take care of them. Now Arkansas State University is exploring the possibility of public-private partnerships to establish an osteopathic medical school.
The health ministry in El Salvador says a seriously ill woman denied a medical abortion has had a successful cesarean section to deliver a fetus that doctors have given no chance of surviving for long.
A seriously ill woman denied a medical abortion has had a successful cesarean section to deliver a baby that doctors have given little chance of surviving, El Salvador's Health Ministry announced late Monday.
A former blockbuster diabetes pill that is subject to major safety restrictions may not be as dangerous as once thought, according to the latest analysis of the much-debated GlaxoSmithKline drug.
A former blockbuster diabetes pill that was subjected to major safety restrictions in 2010 may be less risky than once thought, according to the latest analysis of the much-debated GlaxoSmithKline drug Avandia.
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.
Sophisticated scans reveal that soccer players who head the ball a lot show changes in the white matter of their brain that mirror those seen in traumatic head injuries.
Sophisticated scans reveal that soccer players who head the ball a lot show changes in the white matter of their brain that mirror those seen in traumatic head injuries.
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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.
Concussion can lead to damage in the white matter of the brain that resembles abnormalities found in people in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease, a new study suggests.
Concussion can lead to damage in the white matter of the brain that resembles abnormalities found in people in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease, a new study suggests.
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.
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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Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, Inc. (NYSE: VRX and TSX: VRX) has priced its previously announced public offering of common shares (the "Offering"). Pursuant to the Offering, the Company will issue 23,529,412 common...
Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, Inc. (NYSE: VRX and TSX: VRX) has priced its previously announced public offering of common shares (the "Offering"). Pursuant to the Offering, the Company will issue 23,529,412 common...
Bayer HealthCare Animal Health celebrated both the 50th anniversary of its Shawnee, Kansas animal health campus and Bayer's 150th anniversary globally, by hosting a celebration luncheon for more than 450 employees,...
Bayer HealthCare Animal Health celebrated both the 50th anniversary of its Shawnee, Kansas animal health campus and Bayer's 150th anniversary globally, by hosting a celebration luncheon for more than 450 employees,...
Kids, families and Olympic Gold Medalists from coast to coast came together this morning to set a new Guinness World Record™ for the Largest Simultaneous Swimming Lesson ever conducted. Team WLSL, which set the first record...
Kids, families and Olympic Gold Medalists from coast to coast came together this morning to set a new Guinness World Record™ for the Largest Simultaneous Swimming Lesson ever conducted. Team WLSL, which set the first record...
Patient Advocate Foundation's (PAF) professional case managers were recently honored by Dorland Health, a division of Access Intelligence, with a Case In Point Platinum Award recognizing outstanding case management...
Patient Advocate Foundation's (PAF) professional case managers were recently honored by Dorland Health, a division of Access Intelligence, with a Case In Point Platinum Award recognizing outstanding case management...
Nonin Medical, Inc., the inventor of fingertip pulse oximetry and a leader in noninvasive medical monitoring, announced today that it has been named a Prime Platinum Partner by Tri-anim Health Services, Inc. for the second...
Nonin Medical, Inc., the inventor of fingertip pulse oximetry and a leader in noninvasive medical monitoring, announced today that it has been named a Prime Platinum Partner by Tri-anim Health Services, Inc. for the second...
Florida's Office of the Attorney General closed its review of Lifestyle Lift's® advertising and business practices with an Assurance of Voluntary Compliance (AVC) agreement. The Department of Legal Affairs (the...
Florida's Office of the Attorney General closed its review of Lifestyle Lift's® advertising and business practices with an Assurance of Voluntary Compliance (AVC) agreement. The Department of Legal Affairs (the...
TORONTO, June 18, 2013 /PRNewswire/ - In a media event held this morning, two of the world's most acclaimed cancer researchers, Drs. Tak Mak of the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, and Dennis Slamon of the University of...
TORONTO, June 18, 2013 /PRNewswire/ - In a media event held this morning, two of the world's most acclaimed cancer researchers, Drs. Tak Mak of the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, and Dennis Slamon of the University of...
Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT) today announced that Actavis Limited ("New Actavis") has filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) a registration statement on Form S-4 in connection with Actavis' proposed...
Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT) today announced that Actavis Limited ("New Actavis") has filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) a registration statement on Form S-4 in connection with Actavis' proposed...
Mylan Inc. (Nasdaq: MYL) today announced the pricing of a private placement of $500 million aggregate principal amount of 1.80% Senior Notes due 2016 at an issue price of 99.925% and $650 million aggregate principal amount...
Mylan Inc. (Nasdaq: MYL) today announced the pricing of a private placement of $500 million aggregate principal amount of 1.80% Senior Notes due 2016 at an issue price of 99.925% and $650 million aggregate principal amount...
AdCare Health Systems, Inc. (NYSE MKT: ADK) (NYSE MKT: ADK.PRA) (the "Company"), a leading long-term care provider, today announced that, on June 13, 2013, the Company received a notice from the NYSE MKT LLC (the "Exchange")...
AdCare Health Systems, Inc. (NYSE MKT: ADK) (NYSE MKT: ADK.PRA) (the "Company"), a leading long-term care provider, today announced that, on June 13, 2013, the Company received a notice from the NYSE MKT LLC (the "Exchange")...
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