Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:05 AM EDT2013-06-19 15:05:13 GMT
The American Medical Association's policy-making House of Delegates has classified obesity as a disease, and while the move has no legal implications, it could affect discussions regarding medical policy.
The American Medical Association's policy-making House of Delegates has classified obesity as a disease, and while the move has no legal implications, it could affect discussions regarding medical policy.
Monday, June 17 2013 11:45 AM EDT2013-06-17 15:45:35 GMT
Restless leg syndrome, not one that we usually hear a lot about, but an alarming new study shows that men with the condition face a 40% higher risk of dying earlier than other men in the study.
Restless leg syndrome, not one that we usually hear a lot about, but an alarming new study shows that men with the condition face a 40% higher risk of dying earlier than other men in the study.
Monday, June 3 2013 11:29 AM EDT2013-06-03 15:29:16 GMT
Dr. Ahluwalia was here.. and he has some good news for people trying to kick their smoking habit. Also, there's also a new report out that "sitting around" is actually bad for you?
Dr. Ahluwalia was here.. and he has some good news for people trying to kick their smoking habit. Also, there's also a new report out that "sitting around" is actually bad for you?
Imaging giving birth with the dolphins! Here's more about dolphin-assisted birth. Also, the compound that gives cinnamon it's sweet bright smell can also help ward of Alzheimer's Disease.
Imaging giving birth with the dolphins! Here's more about dolphin-assisted birth. Also, the compound that gives cinnamon it's sweet bright smell can also help ward of Alzheimer's Disease.
For lots of women, a head of shiny full hair defines their sense of beauty. What causes thinning? Sometimes it's hormonal. Dermatologist Sandra Lee, M.D. shared some tips.
For lots of women, a head of shiny full hair defines their sense of beauty. What causes thinning? Sometimes it's hormonal. Dermatologist Sandra Lee, M.D. shared some tips.
Californians will get their first look at the health plans to be offered through the state's new insurance exchange and how much that coverage will cost them.
The state's largest health insurers, including Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield and Kaiser Permanente, will be among 13 plans competing for policies on California's new health care exchange.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 7:13 PM EDT2013-05-14 23:13:27 GMT
Angelina Jolie's announcement that she underwent a double mastectomy to prevent breast cancer sent a shockwave throughout the world. Dr. Deanna Attai talked to Studio 11 LA about the procedure.
Angelina Jolie's announcement that she underwent a double mastectomy to prevent breast cancer sent a shockwave throughout the world. Breast cancer surgeon Dr. Deanna Attai talked to Studio 11 LA about the procedure.
Monday, May 13 2013 11:44 AM EDT2013-05-13 15:44:05 GMT
Looking at the issue of the war on breast cancer...some feel the P.R. war has been won thanks to all the breast cancer awareness...and yet, more lives aren't being saved...looking at the issue of over-diagnosis.
Looking at the issue of the war on breast cancer...some feel the P.R. war has been won thanks to all the breast cancer awareness...and yet, more lives aren't being saved...looking at the issue of over-diagnosis.
Friday, May 10 2013 8:32 PM EDT2013-05-11 00:32:50 GMT
There was lots of emotion in Duarte this morning as two Leukemia patients and their families met the generous strangers who saved their lives at the City of Hope's annual Celebration of Life Bone Marrow Reunion.
There was lots of emotion in Duarte this morning as two Leukemia patients and their families met the generous strangers who saved their lives at the City of Hope's annual Celebration of Life Bone Marrow Reunion.
Monday, May 6 2013 8:47 PM EDT2013-05-07 00:47:48 GMT
As more Americans get access to health care coverage in 2014, there is plenty of concern that there won't be enough doctors to care for everyone with coverage. Some hospitals are now using medical robots.
As more Americans get access to health care coverage in 2014, there is plenty of concern that there won't be enough doctors to care for everyone with coverage. One way several Southern California hospitals are preparing for a physician shortfall: by increasing their use of medical robots.
Monday, May 6 2013 3:29 PM EDT2013-05-06 19:29:50 GMT
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian told its Orange County doctors this week that they'll no longer be allowed to perform elective abortions after finalizing its partnership with a Catholic hospital.
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian told its Orange County doctors this week that they'll no longer be allowed to perform elective abortions after finalizing its partnership with a Catholic hospital.
Monday, April 29 2013 7:27 PM EDT2013-04-29 23:27:55 GMT
With a growing number of foods boasting added caffeine for an energy boost, the Food and Drug Administration says it's time to investigate their safety.
With a growing number of foods boasting added caffeine for an energy boost, the Food and Drug Administration says it's time to investigate their safety.
Monday, April 29 2013 11:43 AM EDT2013-04-29 15:43:27 GMT
Police may soon be able to detect more than alcohol using breathalyzers. A new Swedish device can now detect up to twelve controlled substances including, cocaine, meth, heroin, and marijuana.
Police may soon be able to detect more than alcohol using breathalyzers. A new Swedish device can now detect up to twelve controlled substances including, cocaine, meth, heroin, and marijuana.
Wednesday, April 24 2013 8:58 PM EDT2013-04-25 00:58:42 GMT
Tablet computers and iPads are, perhaps, the best babysitters since Sesame Street. But now there are concerns that if parents don't set limits, kids could become tech addicts long before kindergarten.
There are concerns that if parents don't set limits on tablet use, kids could become tech addicts long before kindergarten. Dr. David Swanson says the interactive screens trigger a dopamine surge in brain.
Tuesday, April 23 2013 10:53 AM EDT2013-04-23 14:53:34 GMT
Is smoking hookah safer than cigarettes? No one under 21 would be able to buy cigarettes in the city under a proposal unveiled Monday to make it the most populous place in America to set the minimum age that high.
Is smoking hookah safer than cigarettes? No one under 21 would be able to buy cigarettes in the city under a proposal unveiled Monday to make it the most populous place in America to set the minimum age that high.
Monday, April 15 2013 2:53 PM EDT2013-04-15 18:53:57 GMT
Kobe wasting no time choosing surgery Saturday for a '3rd rupture.' Bryant called it the most disappointing injury of his career "by far. We worked so hard to put ourselves in position and control our fate."
Kobe wasting no time choosing surgery Saturday for a '3rd rupture.' Bryant called it the most disappointing injury of his career "by far. We worked so hard to put ourselves in position and control our fate."
Wednesday, March 27 2013 9:07 PM EDT2013-03-28 01:07:31 GMT
It's a story that reaffirms what is good about people. Where someone goes out of his way to do what might seem at the time as a small thing, but it turns out to be big.
It's a story that reaffirms what is good about people. Where someone goes out of his way to do what might seem at the time as a small thing, but it turns out to be big.
Whooping cough cases are escalating in the United States, and many American adults are unknowingly exposing vulnerable babies to the potentially deadly disease because their vaccinations are not up to date.
Whooping cough cases are escalating in the United States, and many American adults are unknowingly exposing vulnerable babies to the potentially deadly disease because their vaccinations are not up to date.
Plenty of Americans are eager to use their mobile phones and tablet computers to better manage their health care, a new poll finds -- though the nation has a way to go before we're all consulting Dr. Smartphone.
Plenty of Americans are eager to use their mobile phones and tablet computers to better manage their health care, a new poll finds -- though the nation has a way to go before we're all consulting Dr. Smartphone.
Being picked on by your brother or sister may seem like a normal part of growing up, but for some kids the bullying may be a source of depression and anxiety, a new study suggests.
Being picked on by your brother or sister may seem like a normal part of growing up, but for some kids the bullying may be a source of depression and anxiety, a new study suggests.
For dads aiming at marital bliss, a new study suggests just two factors are especially important: being engaged with the kids, for sure -- but also doing a fair share of the household chores.
For dads aiming at marital bliss, a new study suggests just two factors are especially important: being engaged with the kids, for sure -- but also doing a fair share of the household chores.
Anyone who has ever been a volunteer knows that it feels good to help others, but researchers have found a less obvious benefit: volunteering can help reduce older adults' risk of high blood pressure.
Anyone who has ever been a volunteer knows that it feels good to help others, but researchers have found a less obvious benefit: volunteering can help reduce older adults' risk of high blood pressure.
Restricting the sale of large sodas and other sugar-sweetened beverages in restaurants and other food-service outlets would affect 7.5 percent of Americans each day and have the greatest impact on overweight.
Restricting the sale of large sodas and other sugar-sweetened beverages in restaurants and other food-service outlets would affect 7.5 percent of Americans each day and have the greatest impact on overweight people.
The U.S. government has dropped its effort to block a court order that would make the morning-after contraceptive pill available over-the-counter to all women and girls.
The U.S. government has dropped its effort to block a court order that would make the morning-after contraceptive pill available over-the-counter to all women and girls.
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