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Federal health regulators are weighing restrictions on Robitussin, NyQuil and other cough suppressants to curb cases of abuse that send thousands of people to the hospital each year.
By MARILYNN MARCHIONE AP Medical Writer Tai chi eased painful joints and other symptoms of fibromyalgia in a small but well-done study of this ancient Chinese form of exercise.
Medical filters that stop blood clots from reaching the lungs can move or break and cause life-threatening problems for patients, the government and a medical journal report said Monday.
A government panel is recommending doctors steer clear of giving one brand of flu vaccine to young children this year because of convulsions and fever in kids who got the shot in Australia and New Zealand.
A new study from the Medical University of South Carolina suggests illness perceptions among critically ill patients and surrogates are influenced by factors including race, faith, and quality of life.
By MARILYNN MARCHIONE AP Medical Writer For the first time, a vaginal gel has proved capable of blocking the AIDS virus: It cut in half a woman's chances of getting HIV from an infected partner in a study in...
Officials at Monday's Surfside Beach town council meeting said turnout for the July 4th fireworks display was good.
What if you could blame your weight gain on a virus? You may be able to pass the buck if some new reasearch proves true.
Federal health regulators said Monday that the drugmaker Pfizer has agreed to pull a leukemia drug off the market after a follow-up study showed it failed to slow the disease.
A new, small device is helping heart patients in the Midlands. It's called the Impella 2.5 and it's the only option for some.
Becky Riley is direct and honest, sometimes brutally honest when it comes to food.
As we age, our chances of being afflicted with dementia go up dramatically and it can creep up on you.
Take a look in your medicine cabinet tonight. What kind of old prescription drugs do you have just lying around the house?
Ten minutes of brisk exercise triggers metabolic changes that last at least an hour. The unfair news for panting newbies: The more fit you are, the more benefits you just might be getting.
Attention to diet and exercise are still important even after you are diagnosed with osteoporosis. Get the latest recommendations here.
Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start of bathing suit season, and for many, the thought of baring skin that hasn't seen the sun since last fall is simply unbearable. They're flocking to tanning salons.
When Connie Anderson's son was diagnosed with autism a decade ago, she scoured the Internet looking for treatments.
As many Americans get ready to hit the beach or pool this weekend, experts from the Environmental Working Group say there's a good chance your sunscreen won't protect you from the sun's harmful rays.
You think you know how to use sunscreen -- so why do you still get the occasional burn? Sharpen your sunscreen IQ and stay skin-safe this summer with these tips.
Breast cancer myths make it hard to know what to believe. Learn the facts, then forget the rest. Your health may depend on it.
A new trend is emerging on the internet that has the attention of teens in various parts of the country, but it's flying under the radars of most adults. Teens are trying to get high using nothing but sound.
The Institute of Medicine is urging the Federal Drug Administration to set limits on how much salt manufacturers can put in the foods we eat.
You give your kids fruits and veggies because they're healthy, right? A new study suggests some of those things may contribute to ADHD.
Walter Vives is lucky to be alive. He had two ticking time bombs inside of him.
Determined to lose weight? Check out these common dieting pitfalls before you embark on your next weight loss plan.
The American Academy of Dermatology estimates at least 1 million people in the U.S. develop skin cancer every year, but would you even know what to look for when it comes to your skin?
For three years, Sarah Woolley lived with severe pain. With four kids under the age of eight, Sarah felt helpless as the pain took more of her life away.
A number of area yoga pros are organizing a yoga festival this summer in Myrtle Beach.
How would you like to be more productive? Some people are taking enormous mental leaps just by getting their brain power checked, and it's really paying off.
There are tons of pills on the market, but only one is so commonly used in this country that it's known simply as "The Pill."
Americans are exposed to thousands of cancer-causing agents in the environment every day and not enough is being done to stop it. At least that's what presidential cancer advisors said Thursday.
Are you getting enough vitamin D? New research says you're probably not.
Researchers are reporting the first scientific evidence that a hormone banned in sports can boost athletic performance.
The FDA said bacteria-ridden materials were used to make kids medicines involved in a recent recall. But testing shows no signs of contamination.
People talk about their near death experiences and what they saw. Some say it's divine, others have a scientific explanation.
Scientists are puzzling over a surprising increase in stomach cancer in young white adults. Rates in all other American adults have declined.
The Food and Drug Administration says it is investigating after a health-care company recalled more than 40 over-the-counter infant's and children's liquid medications.
As the warm weather arrives, so does the pollen. Plenty of folks are suffering right now. While there's medication to prevent the symptoms, nothing foolproof. That's why some folks swear by an alternative form of relief.
The fight against cancer just got a new weapon. The FDA has approved a vaccine for prostate cancer.
The anticipated approval this week of a therapeutic prostate cancer vaccine by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration could be a milestone against the disease and cancer in general, experts say.
A Rhode Island researcher has found more than two dozen compounds in maple syrup that promote good health.
Many pregnant women may be missing out on a simple self-help activity that can improve their health.
A cardiology center celebrated its first anniversary and 500th patient at the Dorn VA Medical Center in Columbia Friday.
Combat heartburn with low-fat cooking methods -- they're quick, easy, tasty and healthy. Learn more!
Try these simple exercises you can do on any park bench, with the help of exercise physiologist Colleen Saringer.
Feel like you never have time to exercise? Not anymore! Check out this easy routine you can do in short spurts throughout the day, at home and while doing other things. It takes multitasking to a whole new level.
For years, health organizations have cited the health risks associated with cigarettes and second-hand smoke, but did you know that cigarettes can still be dangerous even when there's no smoke?
We've all heard the reports about the possible dangers of pedicures stemming from the unsanitary conditions of those popular jetted tubs, but now there may be a safer alternative.
The most complete analysis of swine flu deaths among pregnant women last year indicates that quick treatment with Tamiflu or a similar medicine saved the lives of many.
Record details about your headaches in a diary to pinpoint headache triggers and help your doctor make a diagnosis. Here's how to keep your headache diary.
Eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia and binge eating disorder are a widespread problem in the U.S. Get the facts about these common psychiatric problems.
A medical breakthrough in the fight against one form of cancer. Right now there's a clinical trial going on in Virginia that uses a virus to fight a deadly form of skin cancer.
Millions of Americans are living without health insurance, and many often forego routine medical care because they can't afford the out-of-pocket costs.
A diet rich in carbohydrates that are quickly transformed into sugar in the blood raises the risk of heart disease for women, a new Italian study finds.
Acid reflux affects nearly 60 million Americans, but a new incisionless procedure is offing patients instant relief.
Obese people often say they'd like to eat less but feel almost powerless to stop indulging, and now new research suggests that explanation might be all too true.
A new study raises the question could the seasonal flu vaccine have increased the risk for getting H1N1?
For years we've been told eating a diet with lots of fruits and veggies can help protect against cancer, but a new study shows that may not be true.
An analysis of state fertility and economic data is showing a strong connection to low birth rates and the state of the U.S. economy, the Pew Research Center announced Tuesday.
You've heard for years that breast-feeding is good for babies, but did you know it can also save lives and billions of dollars?
A 21-year-old University of Southern California student who suffered a cardiac arrest in mile 18 of the Los Angeles Marathon is on the road to recovery.
New infrared sauna use invisible light, rather than steam, to heat the people who use them. Some claim it's better than the original and even alleviates health problems, but some professionals aren't so sure.
While swine flu has been off the radar for many Americans, doctors have continued to see a steady number of H1N1 patients.
There's new developments for two well known drugs that may be in your medicine cabinet.
FDA advisors are discussing menthol cigarettes and what risks are linked to the mint-flavored smokes.
Some recovering heart patients are getting a new "leash" on life as they gain strength by walking dogs housed at a local shelter.
MONDAY, March 30 (HealthDay News) -- U.S. researchers say they've spotted new gene variations that could boost the risk of sporadic breast cancer.
The Environmental Protection Agency has added BPA, a compound in many household products, to its list of "chemicals of concern."
If you're expecting a visit from the Easter bunny, you don't have to completely shy away from what he leaves behind.
On just about any kitchen or restaurant table in America lives the salt shaker, but it is the hidden salt that experts say is the real problem.
Is dark chocolate just an indulgence -- or actually good for you? Dr. Bruce Dan looks at the surprising health benefits of this delicious treat.
That refreshing morning shower may get you clean, but it could be polluting the water you use every day.
Women who survive breast cancer and have children afterwards don't appear to be at any higher risk of dying from cancer, a new study says.
Up to a third of breast cancer cases in Western countries could be avoided if women ate less and exercised more, researchers at a conference said Thursday, renewing a sensitive debate about how lifestyle factors affect the...
Federal health experts say more restrictions are needed to protect teenagers from the cancer risks of tanning beds, including a potential ban for people under 18.
This colon cancer awareness month, a familiar face around WMBF News is taking prevention very seriously.
Rev up the treadmill: Sobering new research spells out just how much exercise women need to keep the flab off as they age - and it's a lot.
Because South Carolina has had such a wet winter, doctors predict the state could have a very active allergy season.
Cancer is expected to overtake heart disease this year as the No. 1 reason people die in this country.
If you're a woman curious about your risk of breast cancer, some simple facts may be as helpful as cutting edge genetic information.
In a world of fast food choices, Taco Bell claims its new drive-thru diet menu. Is the choice du jour for those looking to lose weight without giving up that fast food fix?
In the coming weeks, millions of American children will dust off their bats and gloves and head out to the baseball field.
Baby slings are a must have for new moms. They are comfy and cozy, but can they harm your baby?
Diving for a loose ball during a summer pickup game, North Carolina center Tyler Zeller knocked heads with another player. It left him with a headache, nothing he was too worried about.
Over 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease, and blacks and Hispanics are at highest risk of developing the disease, a new report finds.
We wanted to answer the endless argument: Are you sacrificing quality just to save a couple bucks?
When Dr. Carol Adams learned she had breast cancer, she faced a myriad of questions and emotions despite her background as a psychologist on staff at McLeod Family Medicine.
It took five long months for a Czech woman to discover the reason for her pain: Doctors had left a foot-long medical tool inside her abdomen. This month, doctors at a clinic in the southeastern town of Ivancice discovered...
Federal regulators will require manufacturers of high-grade medical imaging machines to include safety controls that prevent patients from receiving excessive radiation doses.
People with early lung cancer who quit smoking could double their chances of surviving, a new study says.
U.S. newborns are arriving a little smaller, says puzzling new Harvard research that can't explain why.
Migraine headaches and depression may share a strong genetic component.
If you're among the hundreds of thousands of Americans with clogged kidney arteries, you might want to consider trying medicines before rushing into angioplasty to open them up. The pricey procedure is no more effective and...
It seemed like a great idea - doing bypass surgery while the heart is still beating, sparing patients the complications that can come from going on a heart-lung machine. Now the first big test of this method has produced a...
A surprising number of frail, elderly Americans in nursing homes are suffering from futile care at the end of their lives, two new federally funded studies reveal.
Most babies born in rich countries this century will eventually make it to their 100th birthday, new research says. Danish experts say that since the 20th century, people in developed countries are living about three decades...
The long-awaited first vaccinations against swine flu - the squirt-in-the-nose kind - begin early next week in parts of the country, and states are urging people to be patient until more arrives.
The mother of the nation's first double hand transplant patient says he's out of the hospital and looking forward to returning to his wife and daughter in Georgia.
Less than 10 percent of U.S. high school students are eating the combined recommended daily amount of fruits and vegetables, a finding that the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention called "poor" in a report...
In a month's time, three children in the Midlands have died of complications related to swine flu.
Heart patients who catch the flu may have more to worry about than just a fever or the sniffles: the virus could also spark a heart attack, new research shows.
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new test from Abbott Laboratories that detects both types of the virus that causes AIDS.
When the coughing stops is probably a better sign of when a swine flu patient is no longer contagious, experts said after seeing new research that suggests the virus can still spread many days after a fever goes away.
Cases of H1N1 are hitting school districts in the state. Is it time to panic? Health officials say no, but it is time to take precautions.
WASHINGTON (AP) — The race is on: The government and vaccine makers are seeking thousands of volunteers, from babies to the elderly, to roll up their sleeves for the first swine flu shots — to test whether a new vaccine...
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Lisa met her goal of losing 100 pounds by her 40th birthday, but the struggle continues. Click through to read about losing the first 100 pounds or click on the links below to read about the new challenges.
Heather Bauer is an RD specializing in the interrelation between eating habits, metabolism, and lifestyle.
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