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February 04, 2009
Obama Signs Kids’ Health Insurance Bill
President Barack Obama has signed a bill extending health coverage to 4 million uninsured children.
Winter is Not Your Skin’s Best Friend
Dermatologists offer tips to battle dry-skin issues caused by winter weather.
January 30, 2009
FDA Advisers Recommend Ban on Darvon
Government advisers are recommending a ban on Darvon, a painkiller that’s been around for 50 years.
January 27, 2009
FDA Reviewing Benefits Of Blood Thinner Plavix
Federal health officials are investigating whether the blockbuster blood thinner Plavix is less effective in some patients.
January 19, 2009
January Is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
The Tennessee Comprehensive Cancer Control Coalition has launched a statewide campaign to eliminate cervical cancer in Tennessee.
January 14, 2009
Gastric Bypass Fix
Gastric bypass surgeries result in significant weight loss for most patients, but in some cases the stomach pouch created during the operation can stretch.
The stretching can cause the patient to start gaining weight, again.
As CBS Correspondent Elizabeth Sanchez explains, a new minimally invasive procedure allows the pouch to be fixed - making it easier and safer for the patient.
January 12, 2009
Blood Supply Running Low
Marsh Regional Blood Centers tell News Channel 11 that supplies of all blood types are running low.
January 09, 2009
Fund Set Up For Conjoined Twins
Doctor bills, living expenses will be astronomical. You can help!
January 07, 2009
Mexican Food: Breast Cancer Preventer?
Breast cancer is the leading cancer diagnosis among American women and the second leading cause of cancer death. The American Cancer Society estimated over 182,000 new cases of female breast cancer would be diagnosed in the U.S. in 2008. More than 40,000 women were expected to die from the condition.
TennCare Asks For Relief From Longrunning Lawsuit
TennCare officials have asked a federal judge for relief from a two decade-old lawsuit so money can be redirected as state budget cuts are made.
Walking still okay as you age
No more excuses that you’re too old to walk.
Indian Path Pavilion offers Dual Diagnosis program
Research has shown many patients with substance abuse problems are also suffering from other psychiatric issues such as mood, anxiety or stress disorders, which can be the core of the problem. Referred to as a “dual diagnosis,” this condition is now being addressed by a new program offered at Indian Path Pavilion in Kingsport.
December 31, 2008
Resolve to Quit Smoking This Year
Tennessee Tobacco QuitLine Offers Support to Smokers Who Want to Quit
Seven Minutes Could Save Your Life
A free and confidential tool in the fight against heart disease is being offered by Mountain States Health Alliance online at http://www.msha.com.
December 23, 2008
Dangerous Diet Drugs
The Food and Drug Administration is warning against 28 weight-loss products you might be tempted to try after
the holidays.
December 22, 2008
Fitness Trends For 2009
Many people start the New Year with the resolve to lose weight and get in shape. Yet, within a few weeks to months, the fitness enthusiasm wanes and many are back to their old, sedentary habits.
December 21, 2008
One Company Offers Simple Fix For Positional Sleep Apnea
Their belt is designed to keep you in line, and result in a healthy night’s sleep.
December 17, 2008
Epilepsy Drug Warnings
Federal health regulators are ordering companies that make epilepsy drugs to add warnings about increased risks of suicide to their products.
Researchers Suggest Giving Olive Oil And Vinegar As Gifts This Year
Instead of another tired pair of socks, why not give the gift of health this year?
December 15, 2008
New Breast Cancer Test
Researchers say a new test to predict a woman’s odds of getting breast cancer works better than a method doctors have been using.
December 11, 2008
Ultra Ultrasounds
An ultrasound and an MRI are different screening tools used to detect health problems.
now new technology combining the two could end up treating them.
No Doctors In JCMC Pediatric Emergency Department
Right now, there are no physicians staffed in Johnson City Medical Center’s new Pediatric Emergency Department.
December 09, 2008
Cancer Will Be the Number One Killer in the World By 2010
International health experts say cancer will replace heart disease as the number one killer in the world by 2010. .
December 08, 2008
Women’s Heart Study
Women hospitalized for major heart attack more likely to die.
December 05, 2008
Garlic Diabetes Fighter
It’s a tasty addition to many meals, and now garlic may one day help diabetes.
Dangers Of Too Much Exercise During Pregnancy
A new study shows that too much exercise can lead to problems for both the expectant mothers and the baby.
Frist Launches New Global Health Web Site
Former Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist is launching a new Web site to promote global health initiatives.
December 04, 2008
Patient Scrubs Provide Comfort, Dignity
The death of a spouse can be devastating. But a Tri-Cities woman was determined to help others in her late-husband’s honor, by keeping them covered up.
December 03, 2008
Shoppers Become Surgeons For A Day
Mountain States Health Alliance allowed shoppers to test out their surgical skills using the new da Vinci Surgical System.
December 02, 2008
Virus Tests
In the past, it was common for doctors to prescribe antibiotics to patients with respiratory infections, even if doctors were unsure if the symptoms were caused by a bacteria or virus. To stem the growth of drug-resistant bacteria, health experts now recommend more judicious use of antibiotics. Patients with respiratory symptoms may be advised to treat the symptoms and see a physician if the symptoms get worse or continue to linger.
