Beating The Holiday Blues
Psychologist, Dr. Cheryl Bemel, Ph.D., believes people become stressed and depressed because they set expectations for holidays that cannot be reached.
Focus On Health
FDA Changes Blood Donation Restrictions
The FDA is lifting a 32-year-old lifetime ban on blood donations from gay and bi-sexual men. However, major restrictions will continue to limit who can donate.
Technology Causing Aches and Pains
In our 24/7 world many of us have become obsessed with our high tech devices be it a smart phone, e–reader, computer or other gadgets. but when we don't use them correctly or just plain overdo it, we may get some aches and pains.
Reducing The Pain From Heartburn
Many of us have that favorite meal that leaves us with an unpleasant burning sensation in our chest called heartburn.
Avoiding Prostate Cancer; Electrifying Back Pain; Carter Cancer-Free
Prostate cancer patients who make small dietary changes may help increase their chances of survival. Plus, electrical nerve stimulation may offer some relief for older adults with chronic back pain. And, former President Jimmy Carter announces he is cancer-free.
Duluth Yoga Open
A new yoga studio opened up shop in Duluth Tuesday.Â
STD Numbers Dramatically Increased in 2014
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says sexually transmitted diseases increased dramatically in 2014.
Focus on Health: Diabetic Eye Treatment
For decades, laser therapy has been used to treat one of the most feared complications of diabetes.
The Do's and Don'ts of Eating for Two
When you're eating for two, nutrition takes on a much bigger role in your diet.
Enrollment Increases in Faith-Based Alternatives to Health Insurance
Since the controversial roll out of Obamacare, many Americans have turned to faith-based groups for their insurance and health care needs.
Whale Sharks Help With Medical Research
The next big medical breakthrough may not come from a hospital, but from the Georgia Aquarium.
Soda May Contribute to Heart Failure
New research has revealed yet another reason to cut down on the soda.
Lawsuit Filed in Chipotle E-Coli Outbreak
The first lawsuit has been filed in connection to an e-coli outbreak at dozens of Chipotle restaurants in the northwest.
Focus on Health: Cold Kit Essentials
Many of us may get hit with a nagging cough, a runny nose or fever during this winter season.
Tuberculosis Cases on the Rise Worldwide
For the first time, tuberculosis infections rival HIV/AIDS as a leading cause of death from infectious diseases.
