Health

Video: Cervical Cancer Controversy

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 04:04:38 +0000

new report about screening for Cervical Cancer

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Video: Local Family Awaits Health Care Reform

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:35:27 +0000

Capitol Hill is bracing itself for a crucial vote in the U.S. Senate on health care reform. Democratic leaders' first test will be to get enough votes to bring the bill to the Senate for it to be debated. One local family found itself on the front lines of the debate.

Video: New Guidelines Released For Pap Tests

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:29:00 +0000

There are new guidelines for pap tests, which are an effective tool to detect cervical cancer.

Video: H1N1 vaccination clinics Saturday

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:16:44 +0000

Two separate Swine Flu vaccination clinics will be held Saturday.

Video: Landrieu's Vote On Health Care Still In Question

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:09:17 +0000

U.S. senators will meet in Washington on Saturday to test the vote on the health care bill, and the question of how Louisiana's senior senator will vote remains a mystery.

Video: Central Texans have insurance options

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:03:18 +0000

New small business health care option is available.

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Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:02:58 +0000

nasal mist vaccines

Video: New Guidelines Reduce Pap Smears

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:02:56 +0000

First mammograms. Now -- in an apparent coincidence -- Pap smears. New guidelines by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists say most women in their 20s can have a Pap smear every two years instead of annually to catch slow-growing cervical cancer.

Video: H1N1 Question: When Does Vaccine Become Effective?

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:01:10 +0000

Can you still get infected with H1N1 even after receiving the vaccine?

Video: 6pm Woods day 9

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:01:04 +0000

6pm Woods day 9

Video: Cervical cancer screening update

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:00:47 +0000

Updated recommendations on cervical pap smears.

Video: Pap smear recommendations

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:00:41 +0000

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists released a report with recommendations reducing the number of pap smears women need to get. It's a new directive that's leaving some local doctors a bit concerned.

Video: Some H1N1 Victims Had Asthma

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:54:51 +0000

Two of the three people in New Hampshire who have died of complications related to H1N1 may have had asthma, leading to questions of whether people with asthma should use extra caution.

Video: New Advice on Women's Cancer Tests

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:50:31 +0000

1st mammograms. Now, in an apparent coincidence Pap smears. Guidelines by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists say most women in their 20's can have a Pap smear every two years instead of annually. (Nov. 20)

Video: AP Top Stories

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:49:29 +0000

Here's the latest news for Friday November 20: Oprah ending her show in 2011; New guidelines say women in their 20s can have fewer pap smears; Alleged Ft. Hood shooter has court date Saturday and Macy's unveils new parade balloons.

Video: CDC: H1N1 Cases Dropping in the US

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:44:27 +0000

Health officials say swine flu cases appear to declining throughout most of the U.S., but the specter of Thanksgiving gatherings next week makes it hard to predict what will happen next.

Video: 2 More Mass. Deaths Blamed On H1N1

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:18:02 +0000

Two more Massachusetts residents have died form complications related to the H1N1 virus, health officials said Friday.

Video: Wife of Bill loses cancer battle

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:11:05 +0000

Stefanie Spielman, the wife of Chris Spielman, died this week following a courageous and long battle with breast cancer. She was surrounded by her family when she passed away at their home in Ohio.

Video: New guidelines for pap smears

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:09:25 +0000

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) now says women should wait until age 21 to have their first pap smear instead of three years after becoming sexually active.

Video: Pap tests are not necessary for women under 21

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:08:00 +0000

First mammograms, now there are new recommendations for another popular cancer screening method. It is a routine test for many young women, but according to new guidelines pap tests are not necessary for women under 21, regardless of when they become sexually active.

Video: Woods Trial 5pm

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:01:11 +0000

Woods Trial 5pm

Video: Doctor Supportive Of New Pap Smear Guidelines

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:55:06 +0000

A local doctor says the new pap smear guidelines makes sense for many women.

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Video: Obese Man Dies After 8 Months in His Recliner

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:11:33 +0000

South Carolina police say an obese man died after not moving from his recliner for the past 8 months. Police say the man's body was physically stuck to the chair and firefighters had to cut him out. He died a few hours later at the hospital. (Nov. 20)

Video: Ask Dr. Oz Post Op Segment 6

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:26:35 +0000

Ask Dr. Oz post op segment talks about genetic disorders and the lumps and bumps that we get as we grow older. Click on play to see the Post Op Segment.

Video: Ski Santa Fe postpones opening

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:17:22 +0000

Ski Santa Fe postpones opening

Video: Healthbeat - Cancer and Health Care Reform

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:57:17 +0000

Health Care Reform has been the big hot button issue lately. Alot of women with breast cancer without insurance are having tremendous problems getting treated. We find out more on the Healthbeat with Doctor Barry Ramo.

Video: Council Takes Steps To Regulate Medical Marijuana

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:09:08 +0000

There are new city council proposals to regulate medical marijuana dispensaries.

Video: Nurse Answers Breast Cancer Questions

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:58:13 +0000

WNEM TV5 was joined by family nurse practitioner Becky Bench from St. Mary's to answer your breast cancer questions.

Video: The hCG Weight Loss Plan

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:38:11 +0000

How would you like to lose a pound a day without surgery, strenuous exercise or pills? Beverly Massey and Ashleigh Ray lost a total of nearly 80 pound between them on the hCG diet, and joins FOX13 with more on how the plan works.

Video: Juror's H1N1 Claim Causes Mistrial

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:19:50 +0000

A Bucks County juror is held in contempt of court for telling the judge he had swine flu.

Video: Wife Reacts To Husband's Sudden Death

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:38:15 +0000

The wife of an 800-pound man who died after he was cut from his recliner this week reacts to his death.

Video: Hand washing to fend off H1N1

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:12:00 +0000

By now we all know washing our hands is one of the best ways to prevent the flu -- but are you sure you're washing your hands correctly? Reporter Chris Chan recently put his handwashing skills to the test using glo germ, a harmless powder that glows under a blacklight, and shows us how viruses like the flu can spread. "If you think of a phone in a busy office, or a keyboard, that half hour can expose a lot of people," Frank Myers, of Scripps Mercy Hospital, said. After covering his hands with the fake germs Chan picked up the phone and dialed some numbers. The germs were all over the handset and buttons. Then an NBC intern, Cameron, picked up the phone. The germs were clearly visible on her hand. "If she stuck her finger in her mouth nose or eyes, she would most likely be infected," Myers said. Myers says the flu virus can stay live on a phone or hands for roughly 30 minutes. And if you don't wash your hands properly the virus can stick around. Chan had a quick wash and found that he missed several spots. You're supposed wash for 15 to 20 seconds, the time it takes to sing the a-b-c song or happy birthday. And even then, the fake germs were still on his hands. "Some people do a good job of making sure their fingertips are clean but forget their entire thumb," Myers said. It's a lesson in handwashing that could keep the doctor away.

Video: Dr. Mike: Red Bull And Vodka Don't Mix

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:36:20 +0000

Fox 29 health correspondent Dr. Mike Cirigliano talks about problems you may encounter if you drink Red Bull mixed with vodka.

Video: Tips From Women's Health On Sweet

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:32:13 +0000

Bridget Doherty, Women's Health Senior Editor, talks about shaving calories from six of the most common dessert pies you'll encounter during the holiday season.

Video: Report: Fewer Pap Smears Needed

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:31:31 +0000

Video: Got chocolate milk?

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:44:00 +0000

Got chocolate milk?

Video: Woman Undergoes QT Facelift

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:43:31 +0000

Let's face it - cosmetic surgery is a big step in many ways. An option that cuts both down to a minimum is the QT facelift and we've going to find out right now if it works with a woman who had one a week ago. Link: QT Facelift

Video: Alzheimer's Awareness Month and Tips

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:42:56 +0000

This is National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month. Probably the most famous person with Alzheimer's was President Ronald Reagan who passed away five years ago. His son Michael Reagan joined us.

Video: Video: Bill Frist On Good Day

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:39:33 +0000

Former U.S. Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist talks about health-care reform with Good Day Philadelphia.

Video: The journey of a thousand miles begins

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:38:00 +0000

The journey of a thousand miles begins

Video: Quiting smoking improves health instantly

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:36:00 +0000

Quiting smoking improves health instantly

Video: Weekend health care battle looms

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:31:00 +0000

Weekend health care battle looms

Video: Study: Folic acid can give you cancer?

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:25:28 +0000

A new study is causing major concern about the use of folic acid and B12 supplements.

Video: New Pap test guidelines for young women

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:49:45 +0000

On the heels of new controversial mammogram guidelines, there are now new recommendations for Pap smear tests for women in their 20s.

Video: Friday Fitness: Turkey Time

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:22:04 +0000

Get ready to beat the Thanksgiving bulge with a quick family oriented workout! Stacy Ryan from the Green Bay YMCA shows us how.

Video: National Alzheimer's Awareness Month

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:59:14 +0000

Michael Reagan - son of former President Reagan - talks about living with Alzheimers. This year marks the fifth anniversary of his fathers death, and Michael continues his family's work to raise awareness about AD and the need for new treatments during National Alzheimers Disease Awareness Month.

Video: NM ski season kicks off Saturday

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:46:14 +0000

It's just about ski season in New Mexico, with Sipapu opening Saturday and Red River opening next Wednesday. Ski New Mexico's George Brooks previews what the season will be like.