Study finds folic acid could reduce Autism risk
Doctors advise pregnant women to take 400 micrograms of folic acid every day.
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Mixing liquor with diet soda gives drinkers higher BAC
BOSTON -- Mixing liquor with diet soda may save some calories but it could leave you more intoxicated.
Video game may convince kids to get flu shots
NEW YORK -- Doctors and a team of college video game designers have collaborated on a new video game they hope will alleviate children's fears about getting a flu shot.
Lack of exercise can lower sperm count
UNDATED -- Results of a new study may have some men getting off the couch and on to the treadmill.
Diet and weight loss myths debunked
Boston -- It's been a little over a month since all those New Year's resolutions to lose weight in 2013. So what did you promise to do? Eat less? Work out more? Well, everything you might be doing - may not matter!
Want to lose weight? It’s when you eat that counts
NEW YORK -- A new study may give dieters fresh ammunition in their fight to lose weight.
Glasses to fight migraine headaches
Migraine headaches afflict 31 million Americans. For many, the pain is severe. But one doctor has developed a pair of glasses that really work for some patients.
Home remedies for flu symptoms
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina -- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports flu activity remains widespread across the country.
Smoke: Ten Years Gone
New research shows smokers can expect to die much earlier than their non-smoking friends if they aren't able to quit the addiction early in life.
Fast food linked to severe asthma, eczema, hay fever
WYOMING, Minn. -- Obesity isn't the only potential toll that dinner from the drive-through may have on a person's health.
Xtreme eating awards: Most gut-busting meals
CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Order either the Bistro Shrimp Pasta or the Crispy Chicken Costoletta at the Cheesecake Factory and you'll get more calories than you'd need in an entire day.
Nicview Webcam System lets parents watch infants in NICU
UNDATED -- Web cams aren't just for adults anymore -- now babies are in on the technology.
Technology is helping kids get fit
NEW BRITAIN, Conn. -- The pace is getting faster in physical education class thanks to technology that’s notorious for slowing children down.
Robotic cleaning devices keep hospitals free of 'superbugs'
BALTIMORE -- New robotic cleaning devices are helping to keep patients at Johns Hopkins Hospital safer from superbugs.
FDA requires lower doses for sleep medications
WASHINGTON -- The Food and Drug Administration is requiring makers of Ambien and similar sleeping pills to lower the dosage of their drugs, based on studies suggesting patients face a higher risk of injury due to morning drowsiness.
Flu outbreak causes increased demand for Tamiflu
UNDATED -- Many came down with the flu over holiday break and now some could be bringing it to work and it isn't a head cold.
Diet drinks linked to increase risk for depression
UNDATED -- Sweetened beverages -- especially diet drinks have been linked to an increased risk for depression.
Quitting smoking requires assistance, and persistence
UNDATED -- The New Year begins with cheers, a kiss if you're lucky - if you're a smoker -- it often means a renewed commitment to stop smoking.
New 'Goga' workout promises results
A new exercise program promises all the benefits of a power workout, without the time or sweat.