Post-menopausal pill warnings
Post-menopausal women taking hormone replacement pills may have a higher risk of developing high blood pressure.
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Happy hour may prevent bone loss
Having a drink could help women prevent bone loss.
Skipping breakfast creates carb cravings
Researchers said people who skip breakfast or haven't eaten for several hours are more likely to crave carbohydrates.
Youth sports surrounded by unhealthy food choices
While most parents feel their kids are healthier for participating in sports, many parents admit the snacks and meals they eat while juggling practices and games are not the best choices all of time.
Sleep deprived athletes could have shorter careers
Could sleepy athletes have shorter careers?
Fireworks and eye injuries
A warning about eye injuries because of fireworks this Fourth of July by physicians and surgeons say you should take care around fireworks.
Cat litter, suicide link in women
Everyone's pet drives them crazy but scientists said there could be a link between cat litter and suicide attempts among women.
MRSA infections in decline
MRSA infections are going down across the U.S. according to a large study of soldiers.
Fake pharmacies create drug shortages
Investigators said one cause of prescription drug shortages could be fake pharmacies.
US approves 1st rapid, take-home HIV test
WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the first over-the-counter HIV test, allowing Americans to check themselves for the virus that causes AIDS in the privacy of their homes.
Study links red wine with healthy brains
UNDATED -- Bob Sessions is 86 years old and he’s never had a sip of alcohol in his life, but now he’s hoping that red wine will be the key to stopping his Alzheimer ’s disease.
New rules to cut sunscreen claim confusion
WASHINGTON -- Help is on the way to consumers confused by the jumble of sun protection numbers, symbols and other claims on sunscreens. Starting next summer, consumers can start looking for SPF 15 bottles with the label "broad spectrum" and feel confident they're being protected from an increased risk of cancer.
Zapping away high blood pressure
UNDATED -- A nationwide clinical trial is testing a minimally invasive procedure called renal denervation. It zaps the nerves involved in this multi-organ system.
Fetal Tumor Surgery
MIAMI, Fl. (WHDH) -- Doctors removed a benign tumor from a baby's face while she was still in the womb.
Obesity's effect on energy
Obesity has reached epidemic proportions, prompting researchers to ask the question, “What if every country in the world was as heavy as ours?”
Eating Disorders After 50
Women over age 50 make up a growing group suffering from eating disorders and a distorted view of their own bodies.
Injectable tanner prompts warnings
UNDATED -- An underground drug claims to create a long-lasting tan, shed pounds and even increase sex drive.
Birth Control Risks
A popular form of birth control has been shown to have some health risks.
Spray tanning dangers
A new study says that spray tans may not be a good alternative to getting a bronzy summer glow.
Germiest places in hotels rooms
If you've planned a summer trip, bring plenty of disinfectant.