The eyes have it
As we get older, nearly everyone runs the risk of getting a condition that can cause you to go blind. But now, some people are getting help from an unlikely source: eye injections.
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Healing heart attacks
A new stem cell treatment for heart attack patients is being put to the test. Now, the results are out, and they're promising.
Cancer concerns
Eating too much red meat can increase your risk of heart disease and colon cancer, now a new study out of Britain shows it can also put women at risk for breast cancer.
Migraine mix
If your migraine treatment isn't providing the relief, you need help is on the way. Doctors say combining popular treatments could be the best way to a pain-free day.
Hormone help
Some women worry about taking hormone therapy to relieve some of the symptoms of menopause and with good reason. Past studies show health risks associated with hormones, but a new study may change that.
Defying gravity
Yoga is one of the most popular forms of exercise in the world right now, and some people are taking it another step by trying a form of yoga that defies gravity.
Home contraception kit
For one in every eight couples here in the U.S., getting pregnant becomes a difficult challenge. But now rather than consulting with their doctors first, some couples are heading to the drug-store for help.
Young breast cancer
Breast cancer is a devastating disease at any age, but the diagnosis can be especially difficult for younger women. Today, one woman who was diagnosed at age 30 is warning all of us about the importance of early detection.
Female sex drive patch
A patch designed to enhance the sex lives of women is about to hit the market in England, but it will not be available in the U.S. Many are asking why. The government says it's simply a matter of safety.
Melanoma awareness
A spike in the number of young adults getting skin cancer has doctors across the country worried. The problem is too many teens are tanning, but one school has some ideas on how to change that trend.
Mammogram and MRI
The American Cancer Society recommends an annual mammogram for women starting at age 40, and now, there is another breast cancer screening recommended for some women.
Spring sneezing
Millions of people in this country suffer from seasonal allergies, but how do you know if it's an allergy or a cold?
Pregnancy pounds
Shedding those unwanted post pregnancy pounds can be a real challenge for some women, but new research reveals the journey back to your pre-pregnancy weight doesn't have to be a difficult one.
Fighting cancer
The announcement by Elizabeth Edwards that her cancer has spread brought attention to the disease and its effects, but it isn't only women that need to be aware of breast cancer. Men are also at risk.
Safer surgery
There is some good news for patients suffering with a leaky heart valve. Doctors at a local hospital are using a minimally invasive procedure to fix the problem, and that means no more open-heart surgery. 7Healthcast Reporter Dr. Deanna Lites is here to explain.
Scoping out trouble
Firefighter Mike Zanfardino has a high-risk job, but what is most likely to kill him is something he can't see or feel: heart disease.
Combating cancer
Elizabeth Edwards is fighting a cancer that cannot be cured. 7Healthcast Reporter Dr. Deanna Lites has more on her prognosis.
Lifesaving swap
If your loved one needs a kidney, just being willing to donate isn't enough. You have to be compatible, but if you're not, you can still increase the odds that your loved one receives a kidney by donating to someone else through a unique kidney exchange program. 7Healthcast Reporter Dr. Deanna Lites has more.
Body check
Your cholesterol checks outs, your blood pressure is fine and your doctor sends you away with a clean bill of health. But for some people, that's not enough. They want a head-to-toe check-up. But is it worth it?
Healthy at home
In our hectic world of jam-packed schedules who has time to deal with a nasty sore throat or the flu?