Cryoplasty
It's been called 'angioplasty on ice.' A procedure is helping unclog patients' arteries by cooling them.
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Breast cancer
According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 200,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year, and about 40,000 will die from it. That's why early detection and treatment are so important.
100 Mile Diet
It seems like people are always looking for ways to eat healthier and lose weight. With so many diets to choose from, there's one that's gaining a lot of attention, and it doesn't involve counting calories.
Lead lipstick
We recently told you about concerns of lead in children's toys and jewelry. Now, there's another concern, lead in lipstick.
Peppers & pain
It turns out that an ingredient in hot peppers can block pain, and this finding may one day change the way anesthesia is used whether you're having a baby or having hip surgery.
Robot heart surgery
The thought of heart surgery is enough to make anyone nervous, but now new technology is making the procedure a little less intimidating. It's also allowing patients to leave the hospital a whole lot sooner.
Meningitis
Symptoms of bacterial meningitis can often mimic the flu at first. The symptoms can come on quickly and if not treated, can lead to serious illness and even death.
Heart attack & stress
Doctors know eating healthy combined with exercise can help people who've had a heart attack keep from having another. But a new study says that a stressful work environment can actually increase the risk.
Laser skin treatment
The days are getting shorter and summer is fading away, but sun damage to your skin is not. But there is a way to spot and put an end to those skin problems.
Yoga in school
Yoga is a popular way to reduce anxiety, and it's not just for adults. An elementary school in Atlanta is incorporating yoga into its curriculum to help students concentrate and fight stress.
Neighborhood nutrition
Do you know how many parks are in your neighborhood? Or the closest store to buy nutritious food? A new study takes a look at if where you live impacts whether or not your kids will become overweight.
Couples and fighting
Could your next fight with your spouse be a fight to the death? A new study finds out how you argue with your husband or wife can literally make you sick.
Pregnancy & fish
There's a new warning out today about pregnant women and whether or not they should eat fish. It seems most have been avoiding fish, as recommended, but it now turns out that could be a problem.
Wine and diabetes
A new study suggests an ingredient found in red wine might help protect against diabetes. It's the latest finding among a slew of conflicting research on the effects of alcohol on your health. So will you order a glass of wine with dinner tonight, or not?
Credit card weight
A warning tonight about credit cards and it has nothing to do with debt or identity theft. There's new concern that plastic is helping Americans pack on the pounds.
Diagnosing danger
It's something most parents have probably never thought of- how can you tell if your child is having a heart attack? Heart attacks in children are rare, but they do happen.
Alcohol and breast cancer
It's been said that drinking alcohol in moderation is good for your heart, but according to a new study, when it comes to breast cancer, women may want to put down that glass of red wine.
Cough medicine
If your doctor prescribes you cough medicine, you probably assume that it's safe and FDA approved.
Drinking calories
We all know the saying "you are what you eat." Now you need to also consider "you are what you drink."