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HEALTH March 22, 2022

New research shows higher risk of developing diabetes after COVID-19 infection

A large new study found that people who recovered from Covid-19 within the past year are 40% more likely to receive a new diagnosis of diabetes compared to those who weren't infected.

Stop Smoking March 18, 2022

US adult cigarette smoking rate fell during first year of pandemic

The first year of the COVID-19 pandemic saw more Americans drinking heavily or using illicit drugs — but apparently not smoking.

Alzheimers March 16, 2022

Alzheimer's disease impacting 6.5M older Americans

An estimated 6.5 million Americans ages 65 and older are living with Alzheimer's disease, according to a new report.

Stroke March 15, 2022

Stroke risk: What to know

Stroke is the fifth cause of death in the U.S. and a leading cause of disability. Symptoms of stroke include face drooping, arm weakness and speech difficulty.

Alzheimers March 2, 2022

Deaths among Alzheimer's patients increased by 26% during first year of COVID-19 pandemic: study

Deaths among older Alzheimer's patients surged 26% during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to New Hampshire and Massachusetts researchers.

NFL February 11, 2022

Former Steelers running back Merril Hoge talks concussions, innovative app for baseline testing

Former NFL running back Merril Hoge played seven seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers, between 1987-93 before his career took a shocking turn one night in early October 1994, changing his life forever.

Tennessee January 31, 2022

Chemical company in Tennessee sees high-pressure steam line failure

Five people on-site at a chemical company's manufacturing facility in Tennessee sustained minor injuries after a high-pressure steam line failure.

Viruses January 14, 2022

More evidence ties Epstein-Barr virus to multiple sclerosis, study says

There’s more evidence that one of the world’s most common viruses may set some people on the path to developing multiple sclerosis.

NERVOUS SYSTEM HEALTH January 12, 2022

Guillain-Barré syndrome: What is it?

Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is a rare autoimmune disorder affecting about 1 in 100,000 people, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 

Health January 6, 2022

US reports highest number of rabies deaths in a decade

Some people didn't realize they had been infected with rabies, while others refuses the life-shaving shots

Pregnancy January 5, 2022

Blood test could predict severe pregnancy complication

A blood test may one day be able to predict whether someone who is pregnant will develop a serious blood pressure disorder months before symptoms show up.