Amarillo, TX- You could help save a loved one on life-support with new proposed legislation. Texas law allows a doctor to end a person's life if they believe treatment is not working.
Amarillo, TX- You could help save a loved one on life-support with new proposed legislation. Texas law allows a doctor to end a person's life if they believe treatment is not working.
Texas - Additional funding has been approved for several health services in Texas. Lawmakers are continuing to negotiate a two-year state budget but they've made some progress Monday night.
Texas - Additional funding has been approved for several health services in Texas. Lawmakers are continuing to negotiate a two-year state budget but they've made some progress Monday night.
If your child's pacifier falls on the floor, a new study shows not cleaning it off may have some benefits. This controversial study comes from Sweden. Researches say if a parent quickly sucks on the
If your child's pacifier falls on the floor, a new study shows not cleaning it off may have some benefits. This controversial study comes from Sweden. Researches say if a parent quickly sucks on the
Younger and younger people in our area are discovering they have sun damage on their skin. And there's a process that's helping treat many of these patients.
Younger and younger people in our area are discovering they have sun damage on their skin. And there's a process that's helping treat many of these patients.
Diabetes affects nearly one in every ten people in Texas. For a rare few, traditional treatments don't work. But, more people are turning to dogs for help.
Diabetes affects nearly one in every ten people in Texas. For a rare few, traditional treatments don't work. But, more people are turning to dogs for help.
More area children are developing a contagious rash this year and schools are letting parents know about it. Dozens of children are going to local doctors with Fifth Disease.
More area children are developing a contagious rash this year and schools are letting parents know about it. Dozens of children are going to local doctors with Fifth Disease.
Suicide is now responsible for killing more Americans than car accidents according to a new report released by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.
Suicide is now responsible for killing more Americans than car accidents according to a new report released by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.
Amarillo, TX - Hundreds more area students are learning it's "Worth the Wait". Local teen pregnancy rates are decreasing and a local nonprofit program is helping out.
Amarillo, TX - Hundreds more area students are learning it's "Worth the Wait". Local teen pregnancy rates are decreasing and a local nonprofit program is helping out.
Lipsticks and lip glosses apparently give you more than colorful kissers, according to a new study by California scientists that contends the products contain toxic metals.
Lipsticks and lip glosses apparently give you more than colorful kissers, according to a new study by California scientists that contends the products contain lead, cadmium, chromium, aluminum and five other toxic metals.
The Obama administration announced late Wednesday that it would appeal a federal judge's order to eliminate any age restrictions on who can buy morning-after birth control pills without a prescription.
The Obama administration announced late Wednesday that it would appeal a federal judge's order to eliminate any age restrictions on who can buy morning-after birth control pills without a prescription.
Amarillo, Texas - Young girls will soon have more access to emergency contraceptives. Girls as young at 15 years-old will soon be able to purchase the morning after pill without a prescription. The FDA
Amarillo, Texas - Young girls will soon have more access to emergency contraceptives. Girls as young at 15 years-old will soon be able to purchase the morning after pill without a prescription. The FDA
The government is moving the morning-after pill over the counter but only those 15 and older can buy it - an attempt to find middle ground just days before a court-imposed deadline to lift all age restrictions.
WASHINGTON - The government is moving the morning-after pill over the counter but only those 15 and older can buy it - an attempt to find middle ground just days before a court-imposed deadline to lift all age restrictions on the emergency contraceptive.
Nearly half of all working-age U.S. adults, or 84 million people, faced the prospect of crippling medical bills in 2012 because they had little or no health insurance.
Nearly half of all working-age U.S. adults, or 84 million people, faced the prospect of crippling medical bills in 2012 because they had little or no health insurance.
Amarillo, TX - Thursday morning's shooting is putting a strain on an area blood bank. We spoke with Coffee Memorial Blood Center and they tell us they are in desperate need of donors.
Amarillo, TX - Thursday morning's shooting is putting a strain on an area blood bank. We spoke with Coffee Memorial Blood Center and they tell us they are in desperate need of donors.
The United States appears to be in the throes of a prescription drug abuse crisis among teens.
The United States appears to be in the throes of a prescription drug abuse crisis among teens, with a new survey showing that 24 percent of high school students -- more than 5 million kids -- have abused these medications.
Doctors are warning about the dangers of the cinnamon challenge. Poison control centers across the country are seeing the number of calls regarding the trend among teens skyrocket.
Doctors are warning about the dangers of the cinnamon challenge. Poison control centers across the country are seeing the number of calls regarding the trend among teens skyrocket.
New developments in the Tulsa dental case are showing more people are testing positive for infectious diseases. This comes after an Oklahoma dentist was accused of using unsanitary equipment on patients.
New developments in the Tulsa dental case are showing more people are testing positive for infectious diseases.
More area residents are suffering from allergies, and it's causing them to turn to shots for relief. For many the sneezing, drainage, and congestion is being helped by allergy shots.
More area residents are suffering from allergies, and it's causing them to turn to shots for relief. For many the sneezing, drainage, and congestion is being helped by allergy shots.
Amarillo, Texas - Very light drinking while pregnant may not have harmful effects. Fifteen percent of women in the U.S. reportedly drink while pregnant.
Amarillo, Texas - Very light drinking while pregnant may not have harmful effects. Fifteen percent of women in the U.S. reportedly drink while pregnant.
WASHINGTON - Veterans waiting more than a year for a decision on their disability claims are moving to the front of the line, under a new program announced Friday.
WASHINGTON - Veterans waiting more than a year for a decision on their disability claims are moving to the front of the line, under a new program announced Friday.
A blood center that serves Central Texas hospitals says donors are greatly needed due to the massive plant explosion that has injured more than 160 people.
A blood center that serves Central Texas hospitals says donors are greatly needed due to the massive plant explosion that has injured more than 160 people.
Texas - Residents across Texas are being urged to prepare for the West Nile season. Mosquitos were recently caught in four traps in the Dallas County suburb of Richardson.
Texas - Residents across Texas are being urged to prepare for the West Nile season. Mosquitos were recently caught in four traps in the Dallas County suburb of Richardson.
Experts believe several changes in psychiatry's 'bible' will broaden both the definition and diagnosis of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder -- ADHD.
Experts believe several changes in psychiatry's 'bible' will broaden both the definition and diagnosis of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder -- ADHD.
Area doctors and students are finding out more ways to ensure drugs are safe and effective. They went to a presentation by the Food and Drug Administration. The Acting Director of Generic Drugs Kathleen
Area doctors and students are finding out more ways to ensure drugs are safe and effective. They went to a presentation by the Food and Drug Administration. The Acting Director of Generic Drugs Kathleen
Amarillo, Texas - Autism now affects one in every 50 people. Tyler Townes will be holding a marathon next week to benefit autism awareness and research. But his marathon doesn't involve walking or running,
Amarillo, Texas - Autism now affects one in every 50 people. Tyler Townes will be holding a marathon next week to benefit autism awareness and research. But his marathon doesn't involve walking or running,
Amarillo, TX -- A bill in the Texas Senate would change current policy in state-sponsored homes for the disabled to give both patients and their physicians a greater voice in treatment.
Amarillo, TX - A bill in the Texas Senate would change current policy in state-sponsored homes for the disabled to give both patients and their physicians a greater voice in treatment.
Amarillo, Texas - It's a product being advertised as a quick and safer alternative to tanning. It's that time of year again where many people are trying to get that sun-kissed look.
Amarillo, Texas - It's a product being advertised as a quick and safer alternative to tanning. It's that time of year again where many people are trying to get that sun-kissed look.
WASHINGTON - Talk about a comeback: A treatment pulled off the market 30 years ago has won Food and Drug Administration approval again as the only drug specifically designated to treat morning sickness.
WASHINGTON - Talk about a comeback: A treatment pulled off the market 30 years ago has won Food and Drug Administration approval again as the only drug specifically designated to treat morning sickness.
Young adults who have higher levels of mercury in their systems may face a 65 percent increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life, a new study warns.
Young adults who have higher levels of mercury in their systems may face a 65 percent increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life, a new study warns.
HOUSTON - Federal authorities have ordered a Houston-based producer of egg rolls and other foods to cease operations until it improves products possibly contaminated by "filth."
HOUSTON - Federal authorities have ordered a Houston-based producer of egg rolls and other foods to cease operations until it improves products possibly contaminated by "filth."
Living near asphalt that's sealed with coal tar may raise the risk of getting cancer, a new study shows. The potential threat appears to be greatest for young children.
Living near asphalt that's sealed with coal tar may raise the risk of getting cancer, a new study shows. The potential threat appears to be greatest for young children.
House Bill 5 is a measure that would drastically change the requirements for Texas students to graduate high school and Amarillo Independent School District is already planning for a change.
House Bill 5 is a measure that would drastically change the requirements for Texas students to graduate high school and Amarillo Independent School District is already planning for a change.
Amarillo, TX - Federal family planning dollars will no longer be provided to the state Department of Health Services, but Haven Health Clinics will still be funded through another agency.
Amarillo, TX - Federal family planning dollars will no longer be provided to the state Department of Health Services, but Haven Health Clinics will still be funded through another agency.
AUSTIN, Texas - Texas' top Republicans guns, Gov. Rick Perry and U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz and John Cornyn, have teamed up to oppose expanding Medicaid services in the state.
AUSTIN, Texas - Texas' top Republicans guns, Gov. Rick Perry and U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz and John Cornyn, have teamed up to oppose expanding Medicaid services in the state.
A new blood test that detects deadly pancreatic cancer earlier than usual might slightly improve patients' odds for survival, a small Japanese study suggests.
A new blood test that detects deadly pancreatic cancer earlier than usual might slightly improve patients' odds for survival, a small Japanese study suggests.
A new round of ads featuring emotionally charged tales of smokers who have suffered the ravages of smoking are on the way, federal health officials announced Thursday.
A new round of ads featuring emotionally charged tales of smokers who have suffered the ravages of smoking are on the way, federal health officials announced Thursday.
Amarillo, Texas - Child abuse cases in the panhandle have gone down, but still remain among the highest in the state, according to the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.
Amarillo, Texas - Child abuse cases in the panhandle have gone down, but still remain among the highest in the state, according to the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.
A new drug called Tecfidera has been approved to treat adults with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said Wednesday.
A new drug called Tecfidera has been approved to treat adults with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said Wednesday.
Amarillo, TX -- Proposed legislation in the Texas Senate would open health care in state prisons up to more competition, and according to supporters, lower costs.
Amarillo, TX - Proposed legislation in the Texas Senate would open health care in state prisons up to more competition, and according to supporters, lower costs.
To improve the quality of lifesaving devices called automated external defibrillators, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration proposed Friday that the seven manufacturers of these devices be required to get agency.
To improve the quality of lifesaving devices called automated external defibrillators, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration proposed Friday that the seven manufacturers of these devices be required to get agency approval.
Around one thousand pounds of unused medications are expected to be dropped off during Saturday's "Medication Clean Out" at the Texas Tech School of Pharmacy in Amarillo.
Around one thousand pounds of unused medications are expected to be dropped off during Saturday's "Medication Clean Out" at the Texas Tech School of Pharmacy in Amarillo.
Amarillo, Texas - Patients with Alzheimer's disease are expected to more than double in the next few decades. Today more than five million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease.
Amarillo, Texas - Patients with Alzheimer's disease are expected to more than double in the next few decades. Today more than five million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease.
The number of children in the United States with autism spectrum disorder has jumped dramatically since 2007, federal health officials reported Wednesday.
The number of children in the United States with autism spectrum disorder has jumped dramatically since 2007, federal health officials reported Wednesday.
Women who have a false-positive mammogram result -- when breast cancer is first suspected but then dispelled with further testing -- can have lingering anxiety and distress up to three years after the misdiagnosis.
Women who have a false-positive mammogram result -- when breast cancer is first suspected but then dispelled with further testing -- can have lingering anxiety and distress up to three years after the misdiagnosis.
There's more troubling news for America's aging population: A new report finds that one in every three seniors now dies while suffering from Alzheimer's or another form of dementia.
There's more troubling news for America's aging population: A new report finds that one in every three seniors now dies while suffering from Alzheimer's or another form of dementia.
Although experts recommend girls and young women be vaccinated against the virus that causes most cases of cervical cancer, parents seem to be increasingly worried about the vaccine's safety.
Although experts recommend girls and young women be vaccinated against the virus that causes most cases of cervical cancer, parents seem to be increasingly worried about the vaccine's safety, a new U.S. study shows.
It's the time of year when cold season and allergy season overlap, and parents need to know the active ingredients in the medicines they give their children for these conditions.
It's the time of year when cold season and allergy season overlap, and parents need to know the active ingredients in the medicines they give their children for these conditions.
The truck driver involved in Sunday night's wreck that claimed the lives of five teens is still in critical condition at a Lubbock burn unit.
Amarillo, TX - The truck driver involved in Sunday night's wreck that claimed the lives of five teens is still in critical condition at a Lubbock burn unit.
Amarillo, Texas - Nanny cams have been very popular over the years. A Texas law allows the same type of camera to be placed in rooms of senior citizens.
Amarillo, Texas - Nanny cams have been very popular over the years. A Texas law allows the same type of camera to be placed in rooms of senior citizens.
People who were vaccinated against the 2009 H1N1 swine flu virus had a slightly increased risk of a paralysis disorder, according to a new study, but the benefits of vaccination greatly outweighed the risks.
People who were vaccinated against the 2009 H1N1 swine flu virus had a slightly increased risk of a paralysis disorder, according to a new study, but the benefits of vaccination greatly outweighed the risks.
The loss of an hour of sleep that comes with the switch to daylight saving time overnight Saturday can be uncomfortable if you don't take some simple steps to prepare, experts say.
The loss of an hour of sleep that comes with the switch to daylight saving time overnight Saturday can be uncomfortable if you don't take some simple steps to prepare, experts say.
More than half the states in the nation have decided against creating on their own one of the most complex yet vital parts of the massive 2010 health reform law, which was championed by President Barack Obama.
More than half the states in the nation have decided against creating on their own one of the most complex yet vital parts of the massive 2010 health reform law, which was championed by President Barack Obama.
Tuesday, March 5 2013 7:10 PM EST2013-03-06 00:10:08 GMT
Want to know your chances of dying in the next 10 years? Here are some bad signs: getting winded walking several blocks, smoking, and having trouble pushing a chair across the room.
Want to know your chances of dying in the next 10 years? Here are some bad signs: getting winded walking several blocks, smoking, and having trouble pushing a chair across the room.
Experts estimate that many tens of thousands of people in the United States die each year from medical errors, unproven treatments, bad diagnoses and preventable problems such as bedsores.
Experts estimate that many tens of thousands of people in the United States die each year from medical errors, unproven treatments, bad diagnoses and preventable problems such as bedsores.
A brisk walk or workout can improve your sleep, even in the hours before bed, according to the results of a new U.S. poll conducted by the National Sleep Foundation.
A brisk walk or workout can improve your sleep, even in the hours before bed, according to the results of a new U.S. poll conducted by the National Sleep Foundation.
Five tests and procedures that obstetricians/gynecologists and their patients should question the need for are outlined in a list released by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
Five tests and procedures that obstetricians/gynecologists and their patients should question the need for are outlined in a list released by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
Amarillo, TX - Recent legislation in the Texas Senate would raise the minimum age to buy tobacco to 21 in an attempt to curb teen smoking at the cost of lost sales tax revenue.
Amarillo, TX - Recent legislation in the Texas Senate would raise the minimum age to buy tobacco to 21 in an attempt to curb teen smoking at the cost of lost sales tax revenue.
As we start gearing up for tornado season in the Texas Panhandle, the American Red Cross wants to make sure its volunteers are prepared and ready to handle such a disaster.
As we start gearing up for tornado season in the Texas Panhandle, the American Red Cross wants to make sure its volunteers are prepared and ready to handle such a disaster.
Texas - There's a push to reduce teen smoking across Texas. A proposed bill, that would raise the buying age to 21 instead of 18, is currently pending before a legislative committee.
Texas - There's a push to reduce teen smoking across Texas. A proposed bill, that would raise the buying age to 21 instead of 18, is currently pending before a legislative committee.
Some common holiday baking ingredients -- such as cinnamon, nutmeg and marshmallows -- can be abused and lead to serious health problems and even death, an expert warns.
Some common holiday baking ingredients -- such as cinnamon, nutmeg and marshmallows -- can be abused and lead to serious health problems and even death, an expert warns.
The American Academy of Pediatrics has issued new guidelines for identifying and treating a common childhood ailment that can cause a lot of misery -- the ear infection.
The American Academy of Pediatrics has issued new guidelines for identifying and treating a common childhood ailment that can cause a lot of misery -- the ear infection.
Amarillo, TX -- The American Medical Association says if Medicare funding is cut on March 1st, schools won't be able to produce enough graduates to meet the needs of a growing population.
Amarillo, TX -- The American Medical Association says if Medicare funding is cut on March 1st, schools won't be able to produce enough graduates to meet the needs of a growing population.
Premature babies who spend their first few days of life in the neonatal intensive care unit may be exposed to a possibly harmful chemical widely used in the manufacture of hard plastics, new research says.
Premature babies who spend their first few days of life in the neonatal intensive care unit may be exposed to a possibly harmful chemical widely used in the manufacture of hard plastics, new research says.
Just when you think you're out of the woods for flu season, allergy season is there to greet you and if you think it seems a little early for that, you're right.
Just when you think you're out of the woods for flu season, allergy season is there to greet you and if you think it seems a little early for that, you're right.
Amarillo, Texas - The hard hitting flu season has many people searching for a cheaper remedy. But, the Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers to stay away from purchasing flu medications online.
Amarillo, Texas - The hard hitting flu season has many people searching for a cheaper remedy. But, the Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers to stay away from purchasing flu medications online.
Texas - The Disability Rights of Texas released a report indicating state officials have missed red flags that would have better protected several mental hospital patients across the state and instead,
Texas - The Disability Rights of Texas released a report indicating state officials have missed red flags that would have better protected several mental hospital patients across the state and instead,
Amarillo, Texas - In the last 10 years, the number of women using the morning-after pill has more than doubled. Eleven percent of sexually active women have taken the morning-after pill according to
Amarillo, Texas - In the last 10 years, the number of women using the morning-after pill has more than doubled. Eleven percent of sexually active women have taken the morning-after pill according to
In what researchers are calling a first, a new analysis suggests that the greater a woman's exposure to a type of common chemical compound called PFCs, the greater her risk for developing osteoarthritis.
In what researchers are calling a first, a new analysis suggests that the greater a woman's exposure to a type of common chemical compound called PFCs, the greater her risk for developing osteoarthritis.
A leading consumer advocacy group, along with nutrition experts and health agencies from a number of U.S. cities, are calling for lowering the amount of sugars added to soft drinks.
A leading consumer advocacy group, along with nutrition experts and health agencies from a number of U.S. cities, are calling for lowering the amount of sugars added to soft drinks.
Women eating a high-calcium diet and taking calcium supplements adding up to more than 1,400 milligrams a day may be running nearly twice the risk of dying from heart disease, a large Swedish study suggests.
Women eating a high-calcium diet and taking calcium supplements adding up to more than 1,400 milligrams a day may be running nearly twice the risk of dying from heart disease, a large Swedish study suggests.
Teen birth rates have dropped yet again, reaching a historic low, and the number of babies being born early or with a low birth weight has also declined, a new U.S. government report shows.
Teen birth rates have dropped yet again, reaching a historic low, and the number of babies being born early or with a low birth weight has also declined, a new U.S. government report shows.
Researchers have documented a startling rise in the rate of type 1 diabetes in one city: Diagnoses in kids younger than 5 jumped by 70 percent between 1985 and 2004 in Philadelphia.
Researchers have documented a startling rise in the rate of type 1 diabetes in one city: Diagnoses in kids younger than 5 jumped by 70 percent between 1985 and 2004 in Philadelphia.
U.S emergency rooms tended to more than 11,400 cases of drug-related health complications specifically linked to the use of synthetic marijuana in 2010, a new government report reveals.
U.S emergency rooms tended to more than 11,400 cases of drug-related health complications specifically linked to the use of synthetic marijuana in 2010, a new government report reveals.
Texas - Sports-related head injuries are gaining attention this morning after a discussion was brought up right before the Super Bowl.
Texas - Sports-related head injuries are gaining attention this morning after a discussion was brought up right before the Super Bowl. President Obama says if he had a son, he's not sure wether he would
Every Friday morning on The Early Show NewsChannel 10 sits down with area doctors to talk about health issues affecting the panhandle and ways to keep your family healthy.
Every Friday morning on The Early Show NewsChannel 10 sits down with area doctors to talk about health issues affecting the panhandle and ways to keep your family healthy.
Friday, February 1 2013 11:51 PM EST2013-02-02 04:51:20 GMT
Amarillo, TX -- Children in the state foster care system are overmedicated and undertreated, creating what could arguably be called a culture of dependency within the system, according to child welfare
Amarillo, TX -- About one in three foster kids in Texas are on psychotropic drugs, and now child welfare advocates are pushing for new legislation to address the issue.
Mild winters where few people catch the flu tend to be followed by serious flu outbreaks the next year, a new study finds, suggesting that global warming could mean harsher flu seasons ahead.
Mild winters where few people catch the flu tend to be followed by serious flu outbreaks the next year, a new study finds, suggesting that global warming could mean harsher flu seasons ahead.
Americans are being urged to look through their closets for anything crimson, scarlet or apple-red to wear Friday, in support of the American Heart Association's annual Go Red for Women campaign.
Americans are being urged to look through their closets for anything crimson, scarlet or apple-red to wear Friday, in support of the American Heart Association's annual Go Red for Women campaign.
The Affordable Care Act, set to take effect in August, would expand coverage to two million Texans, but some legislators balk at the federal oversight that comes with the federal funding.
Amarillo, TX - The Affordable Care Act, set to take effect in August, would expand coverage to two million Texans, but some legislators balk at the federal oversight that comes with the federal funding.
A new phone scam is hitting residents our area. If you're a senior citizen and receive Medicare, scammers are looking to obtain information to help steal your identity.
A new phone scam is hitting residents our area. If you're a senior citizen and receive Medicare, scammers are looking to obtain information to help steal your identity.
Saturday, January 26 2013 7:04 PM EST2013-01-27 00:04:35 GMT
Amarillo, TX - Religious freedom and state sovereignty are at the heart of renewed push against federal law in Texas. The Obama Administration's Affordable Care Act requires U.S. employers to provide
Amarillo, TX - Texas House Bill 649 proposes tax breaks for religious businesses required by the Affordable Care Act to provide birth control coverage in their employee health plans.
U.S. military personnel who were the victims of sexual or physical assault as adults are at increased risk for suicidal thoughts or actions, according to a new study.
U.S. military personnel who were the victims of sexual or physical assault as adults are at increased risk for suicidal thoughts or actions, according to a new study.
Children often get colds, but when they are not feeling well enough to participate in their normal daily activities or not alert enough to learn or play, they are too sick to go to school, an expert advises.
Children often get colds, but when they are not feeling well enough to participate in their normal daily activities or not alert enough to learn or play, they are too sick to go to school, an expert advises.
As the popularity of energy drinks has soared, so has the number of Americans seeking treatment in hospital emergency rooms after consuming these highly caffeinated beverages, federal health officials report.
As the popularity of energy drinks has soared, so has the number of Americans seeking treatment in hospital emergency rooms after consuming these highly caffeinated beverages, federal health officials report.
Some children who are diagnosed with autism at an early age will ultimately shed all signs and symptoms of the disorder as they enter adolescence or young adulthood, a new analysis contends.
Some children who are diagnosed with autism at an early age will ultimately shed all signs and symptoms of the disorder as they enter adolescence or young adulthood, a new analysis contends.
Sporadic shortages of both the flu vaccine and the flu treatment Tamiflu are being reported, as this year's intense flu season continues, according to a top U.S. health official.
Sporadic shortages of both the flu vaccine and the flu treatment Tamiflu are being reported, as this year's intense flu season continues, according to a top U.S. health official.
A Texas center is making a difference in the lives of many. Hundreds of residents from Texas, Oklahoma and New Mexico are going through rehab everyday at the West Texas Rehabilitation Center.
A Texas center is making a difference in the lives of many. Hundreds of residents from Texas, Oklahoma and New Mexico are going through rehab everyday at the West Texas Rehabilitation Center.
Flu continues its march across the United States, with 47 states now reporting widespread influenza activity, up from 41 last week, federal health officials reported Friday.
Flu continues its march across the United States, with 47 states now reporting widespread influenza activity, up from 41 last week, federal health officials reported Friday.
After complaints of morning drowsiness and even several car accidents, the Food and Drug Administration is placing new guidelines on a popular sleeping aid - Ambien and its successors.
After complaints of morning drowsiness and even several car accidents, the Food and Drug Administration is placing new guidelines on a popular sleeping aid - Ambien and its successors.
Kids who eat fast food at least twice a week are 50 percent less likely to use calorie and nutritional information than kids who eat fast food less often.
Kids who eat fast food at least twice a week are 50 percent less likely to use calorie and nutritional information than kids who eat fast food less often.
The American Cancer Society, which is celebrating on Wednesday a century of fighting a disease once viewed as a death sentence, is making a pledge to put itself out of business.
The American Cancer Society, which is celebrating on Wednesday a century of fighting a disease once viewed as a death sentence, is making a pledge to put itself out of business.
In the aftermath of this week's deadly tornado, many people in Oklahoma are not only struggling to care for children and relatives, but also their pets.
In the aftermath of this week's deadly tornado, many people in Oklahoma are not only struggling to care for children and relatives, but also their pets.
Over the last decade, the number of American children who die each year awaiting an organ donation dropped by more than half, new research reveals. And increasing numbers of children are receiving donor organs.
Over the last decade, the number of American children who die each year awaiting an organ donation dropped by more than half, new research reveals. And increasing numbers of children are receiving donor organs.
The overall health of Americans isn't improving much, with about six in 10 people either overweight or obese and large numbers engaging in unhealthy behaviors like smoking, heavy drinking or not exercising.
The overall health of Americans isn't improving much, with about six in 10 people either overweight or obese and large numbers engaging in unhealthy behaviors like smoking, heavy drinking or not exercising.
The monstrous tornado that devastated Moore, Okla., on Monday, killing dozens of adults and children, is a stunning example of violent weather that can affect a child's mental well-being.
The monstrous tornado that devastated Moore, Okla., on Monday, killing dozens of adults and children, is a stunning example of violent weather that can affect a child's mental well-being.
Urban elementary school children with poorly controlled asthma are likely to experience sleep problems and suffer academically, new research indicates.
Urban elementary school children with poorly controlled asthma are likely to experience sleep problems and suffer academically, new research indicates.
About 13 percent of Americans 60 and older say they have increasing problems with thinking and memory and that they suffer growing confusion, a new report released Thursday shows.
About 13 percent of Americans 60 and older say they have increasing problems with thinking and memory and that they suffer growing confusion, a new report released Thursday shows.
With summer approaching, researchers caution that swimming pools may pose a risk to patients with irregular heartbeats who've received implantable defibrillators.
With summer approaching, researchers caution that swimming pools may pose a risk to patients with irregular heartbeats who've received implantable defibrillators.
Adding omega-3 fatty acids and other nutrients to standard antioxidant vitamins doesn't give older people any added protection against a leading cause of blindness, a new study finds.
Adding omega-3 fatty acids and other nutrients to standard antioxidant vitamins doesn't give older people any added protection against a leading cause of blindness, a new study finds.
Hair analysis can reveal if seniors have elevated stress hormone levels that may put them at increased risk for heart disease and stroke, a new study suggests.
Hair analysis can reveal if seniors have elevated stress hormone levels that may put them at increased risk for heart disease and stroke, a new study suggests.
As more patients undergo a minimally invasive procedure to remove kidney stones, the rate of complications from the surgery is also rising, according to a new study.
As more patients undergo a minimally invasive procedure to remove kidney stones, the rate of complications from the surgery is also rising, according to a new study.
Researchers are testing whether applying electrical stimulation directly to the brains of people with Alzheimer's disease might improve thinking, focus and alertness.
Researchers are testing whether applying electrical stimulation directly to the brains of people with Alzheimer's disease might improve thinking, focus and alertness.
Many people are still dying in hospitals, despite the fact that there has been a decrease in the number of patients who spend their final days in a setting that most would rather avoid, a new government report shows.
Many people are still dying in hospitals, despite the fact that there has been a decrease in the number of patients who spend their final days in a setting that most would rather avoid, a new government report shows.
A new formula to predict a woman's final menstrual period could help menopausal women fight bone loss and reduce their heart disease risk, a new study reports.
A new formula to predict a woman's final menstrual period could help menopausal women fight bone loss and reduce their heart disease risk, a new study reports.
Government health officials are investigating several health problems reported with potentially contaminated medications made by a Tennessee specialty pharmacy.
Health officials are investigating cases involving patients who suffered complications after being injected with potentially contaminated medications made by a Tennessee specialty pharmacy.
Researchers examining the incidence of brain cancer at jet engine manufacturer Pratt & Whitney in Connecticut say they have found no statistically significant elevations in the rate of cancer among workers.
An 11-year study of the incidence of brain cancer at jet engine manufacturer Pratt & Whitney in the state ended Thursday with university researchers saying they found no statistically significant elevations in the rate...
Contraception coverage by for-profit companies faces a prominent test in Denver.
In the most prominent challenge of its kind, Hobby Lobby Stores Inc. asked a federal appeals court Thursday for an exemption from part of the federal health care law that requires it to offer employees health coverage that...
The World Health Organization says there are now 22 deaths worldwide out of 44 lab-confirmed cases of the new coronavirus.
International efforts to combat a new pneumonia-like virus that has now killed 22 people are being slowed by unclear rules and competition for the potentially profitable rights to disease samples, the head of the World...
The nation's record-low teen birth rate stems from robust declines in nearly every state, but most dramatically in several Mountain States and among Hispanics, according to a new government report.
The nation's record-low teen birth rate stems from robust declines in nearly every state, but most dramatically in several Mountain States and among Hispanics, according to a new government report.
The eastern New Mexico peanut butter plant shuttered nine months ago after a salmonella outbreak is making nut butter again.
The eastern New Mexico peanut butter plant shuttered eight months ago after a salmonella outbreak is back in production, and company officials say their coveted natural and organic butters could be back on store shelves...
By The Associated Press The U.S. teen birth rate fell 25 percent over five years to a record low of 31 births per 1,000 teens ages 15 to 19, according to a report from the Centers for Disease...
By The Associated Press The U.S. teen birth rate fell 25 percent over five years to a record low of 31 births per 1,000 teens ages 15 to 19, according to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and...
By MARILYNN MARCHIONE AP Chief Medical Writer In a medical first, doctors used plastic particles and a 3-D laser printer to create an airway splint to save the life of a baby boy who used to stop...
By MARILYNN MARCHIONE AP Chief Medical Writer In a medical first, doctors used plastic particles and a 3-D laser printer to create an airway splint to save the life of a baby boy who used to stop breathing...
Doctors in Poland say they have performed an urgent total face transplant on a 33-year-old man whose face was torn off in an accident which also crushed his jaws.
A 33-year-old Polish man received a face transplant just three weeks after being disfigured in a workplace accident, in what his doctors said Wednesday is the fastest time frame to date for such an operation. It was...
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