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How Fall Affects Your Health

Here are a few ways you can take full advantage of all the season has to offer.

Smoking Increases Risk for Type 2 Diabetes

Smokers have a much greater risk for type 2 diabetes than people who never smoked.

Caffeine May Boost Exercise Routine

If you want a better workout, try a little caffeine before you lace up your tennis shoes.

The Dos and Don’ts of Expired Drugs

If you’ve ever reached for a pain reliever or other medicine and it has an old expiration date, don’t throw it out.

The Dangers of Diagnosing Online

Today, with so much information on the internet, it’s hard not to get online and self- diagnose.

Study: Diet Soda May Contribute to Unhealthy Food Consumption

You may not be saving any calories by drinking diet soda.

Adult Biking Injuries Jump 28 Percent

Hitting the road on two-wheels is a great way to get some exercise. However, an increasing number of adults riding bikes are getting injured.

Study: Half of U.S. Has Diabetes, Pre-Diabetes

One Third of Cases Are Undiagnosed

This comes from a recent study that found the diabetes rate is even higher in Asians, blacks and Hispanics.

Unlocking the Secrets of Alzheimer’s Disease

The average healthy brain has more than 100 billion nerve cells which record and recall memories and tell our bodies what to do.

Treating Nail Fungus

Nail fungus is contagious and causes visual changes in the nail.

The Benefits of Radiation Therapy

After cancer patients battle chemotherapy and surgery, the fight is not over.

FDA Warns of ‘Dangerous’ Powdered Caffeine Products

The warning follows the deaths of two young men last year who died after using the stimulant.

Study: College Students Choosing Pot Over Cigs

For the first time in 35 years, college students are consuming more pot than cigarettes, according to an annual study done by the University of Michigan.

Warning Signs of Anemia

3.5 Million Americans Have Blood Disorder

About three and a half million people in the U.S. have anemia, making it one of the most common blood disorders.

Childhood Obesity Rate Higher in U.S. Than Canada

A new report finds the U.S. childhood obesity rate has climbed much more than in neighboring Canada.

What to Look For When Checking Your Skin

Skin cancer is almost always curable if it’s caught and treated early.

Study: E-Cigs 95% Less Harmful Than Regular Cigarettes

The ongoing debate about e-cigarettes has taken a new turn.

The Do’s and Don’ts of Expired Medication

Have you ever reached for a pain reliever or other medicine to find it has an old expiration date?

Dogs’ Scent Can Detect Cancer

Dogs Have Sense of Smell 100,000 Times Stronger Than Humans

Two remarkable dogs are using their snouts to save lives.

Potentially Drug-Resistant Head Lice Spreads

'Super Lice' Found in 95 Percent of Kids Tested in 30 States

A new and potentially drug-resistant species of head lice is showing up on the heads of kids around the U.S.

FDA Approves Female Sex Pill

Federal health officials have approved the first prescription drug to boost sexual desire in women, a milestone long sought by the pharmaceutical industry.

Staying Fit With Parkour

In tonight’s Focus on Health, we’ll introduce you to an exercise that’s not only intense, but also fun.

Keeping High School Athletes Safe, Injury Free

Over the past few years, school districts have started looking for better ways to keep their students safe and injury free.

Study: More Adults Are Sexting

Researchers surveyed about 900 adults.

Keeping Students Healthy in the Classroom

On average, elementary school children get up to 12 colds or cases of the flu each school year.

Study: 4.2 Million Americans Admit to Drunken Driving

A new study finds close to two percent of American adults, or 4.2 million people, admitted to drunken driving at least once over the prior month.

Duluth Makes Top 10 List for U.S. Cities With Cleanest Air

Recent studies show air pollution has been linked to health issues like low birth weight and stroke.

Doctors Promote Breast Feeding

This Week is World Breast Feeding Week

This week is world breast-feeding week and while it can be demanding, health experts say it’s well worth the effort.

Battle Against Planned Parenthood Heats Up

Center for Medical Progress Releases Fifth Video

What started as a series of controversial undercover videos has turned into a full-blown battle in the halls of congress.

Introducing Your Baby to Solid Foods

Introducing solid foods to your baby can be a fun exciting experience.

Kitchen, Bathroom Carry Most Germs

99 Percent Aren't Harmful, Some Are Healthy

Even with a microscope, finding germs or bacteria can often be tricky.

The Key to Good Digestive Health

When your digestive tract isn’t working properly, it can make your whole body feel off.

Electrical Implant Helps Paralysis Patients Stand

A new development in spinal cord injury research is showing great promise for paralysis patients.

First Malaria Vaccine Closer to Approval

The world’s first malaria vaccine is close to being approved for babies in Africa.

The Dos and Don’ts of Ear Health

The human ear is a marvel of anatomical engineering which converts sound waves into meaningful sound.

CDC: More Teens Using Emergency Contraception

It appears teens are using emergency contraception.

Protecting Your Children From Falls

3 Million Kids Fall, Rushed to Emergency Room Annually

Nearly three million kids take a fall and end up in the emergency room every year.

Focus On Health: Stopping The Burn

That spicy quesadilla or late-night snack might have seemed like a good idea in the moment, but those choices could have you in some serious pain later on.

Study: Americans Taking Fewer Vacations

A lot of us probably say TGIF on Friday mornings, but study after study shows fewer of us are saying TGIV — thank goodness it’s vacation.

Reducing Inflammation With Your Diet

Cherries, Blueberries Can Relieve Pain

Many times when something hurts it’s because of some sort of inflammation.

New Drug May Help Clear Plaque Causing Alzheimer’s

A new treatment is showing promise in battling Alzheimer’s disease.

Doctors: Rheumatoid Arthritis Affects Heart Disease Risk

People who suffer from rheumatoid arthritis are mostly focused on getting the disease under control and easing the joint pain.

CDC: 1 in 10 Americans Gets Enough Fruit, Veggies

Only about one in every ten Americans eats enough fruit and vegetables, according to a new study.

Safe Practices When Diving into Water

Doctors: Feet First, Every Time

Temperatures are heating up, and for many of us that means playing in the water.

CDC: Some Antidepressants Increase Birth Defect Risk

Two popular antidepressants may increase the risk of birth defects in babies of mothers who took them, according to a new study done by the Centers for Disease Control.

Heroin-Related Overdoses on the Rise

Deaths Nearly Quadrupled Between 2002-2013

New numbers from the federal government are shedding light on what’s being called a heroin epidemic across the country.

Study: Foodies Are Healthier Than Picky Eaters

While you may associate foodies or adventurous eaters with indulgent eating or eating to excess, that may not be the case.

Surgery, Lifestyle Changes Help Obese Patients With Diabetes

A new study suggests weight-loss surgery combined with lifestyle changes may be a more effective treatment for obese patients with type-two diabetes compared to the changes alone.