How a Mrsa Strain Came To Flourish
February 22, 2012, 6:50 am
The answer is in the genes. Researchers have pinpointed how a common strain found in livestock, called Staphylococcus aureus CC398 bounced from humans, when it was treatable, to animals where it became antibiotic resistant.
Doctors: Myanmar desperate for HIV and TB drugs
February 22, 2012, 5:50 am
Some 85,000 HIV-infected people in Myanmar are not getting treatment due to a lack of funding, despite renewed international engagement with the government amid a wave of political reform, a medical aid group said Wednesday.
Women More Likely To Die After Heart Attack
February 22, 2012, 1:40 am
Nearly every 34 seconds someone in the United States has a heart attack, according to the American Heart Association.
Bid to encourage use of health apps
February 22, 2012, 12:35 am
An event showcasing the best ideas for new and existing phone "apps" is being held to create a shortlist of tools that could be used in the NHS.
Charity warning over young smokers
February 21, 2012, 8:21 pm
Almost 160,000 children start smoking every year in the UK - enough to fill around 5,200 classrooms, a charity has warned.
Judi Dench diagnosed with degenerative eye condition, says she's not going blind
February 21, 2012, 6:11 pm
Dame Judi Dench has been diagnosed with macular degeneration, an eye condition, but she assures that it will not lead to blindness.
Iowa woman sues Jimmy John's over tainted sprouts
February 21, 2012, 5:11 pm
Heather Tuttle filed the lawsuit Tuesday in Des Moines seeking damages for pain and suffering.
Kidney Transplant Chain Sets Record
February 21, 2012, 12:56 pm
There are 90,000 people in the United States waiting for a kidney, and all it takes is one stranger to begin a chain of events that has the potential to save an ever-growing number of lives.
Tango and Cash Nets Half of Foundation’s Yearly Goal!
February 21, 2012, 11:12 am
The second annual First Care Foundation “Tango and Cash” gala fundraiser, held February 11, raised about half the Foundation’s $50,000 goal for 2012. The money will be used to enhance the chemotherapy suite at Essentia Health Fosston. ...
What is the Shelf Life of Canned Vegetables?
February 21, 2012, 10:59 am
High-acid canned foods such as tomatoes can be stored on the shelf for 12 to18 months if cans are kept in cool, dry, clean places. Low-acid canned foods such as meat, chicken and most vegetables can be stored on the shelf for two to five years. Many...
Consumers give healthcare plans low marks
February 21, 2012, 8:52 am
U.S. consumers gave poor or very poor marks to healthcare plans in a survey that rated opinions on 206 large companies across 18 industries, researchers said.
FDA: New suppliers to ease 2 cancer drug shortages
February 21, 2012, 8:52 am
Federal regulators said Tuesday that they've approved new suppliers for two crucial cancer drugs, easing critical shortages - at least for the time being - that have patients worried about missing life-saving treatments.
Flu Season Off to Latest Start in Decades
February 21, 2012, 8:52 am
Health officials say the flu season is finally here - the slowest start in nearly 25 years.
Doctors Accept Local Currencies
February 21, 2012, 4:47 am
When a doctor spotted a lump on Alisha McNamara's lungs earlier this year, she and her husband Michael started panicking.
Babies more than twice as likely to have colic if their mothers suffer from migraines
February 21, 2012, 2:43 am
Babies are two-and-a-half times more likely to have colic if their mothers suffer from migraines, say researchers.
NJ girl in transplant visa flap leaves hospital -
February 20, 2012, 10:38 pm
A 5-year-old New Jersey girl whose bone marrow transplant was in doubt at one point due to a visa dispute involving her older sister emerged from the hospital Monday, ready to begin the slow process of resuming a normal life.
Gender identity issues can harm kids' mental health
February 20, 2012, 10:38 pm
MONDAY, Feb. 20 -- New studies show that children struggling with their gender identity also face higher risks for abuse and mental health problems, including post-traumatic stress disorder.
Senate passes plan to tackle Alzheimer's disease
February 20, 2012, 10:38 pm
Deeply personal stories preceded a unanimous Senate vote to support a statewide plan meant to help Idaho's increasing population of people suffering from deadly Alzheimer's disease.
Hepatitis C deaths up, baby boomers most at risk
February 20, 2012, 6:28 pm
Deaths from liver-destroying hepatitis C are on the rise, and new data shows baby boomers especially should take heed - they are most at risk.
Essentia West Acres Welcomes Penni Weston
February 20, 2012, 3:40 pm
Essentia Health is pleased to welcome Penni Weston, Nurse Practitioner, to the Family Medicine Team at the West Acres Clinic in Fargo. Weston received her post-graduate degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner from the University of North Dakota. She...
Marsha’s Daily Health Tip – Heart-Healthy Foods
February 20, 2012, 3:38 pm
To celebrate Heart Month, take the time to evaluate your diet and make sure you are eating plenty of heart-healthy foods. Foods to include for cardiovascular health: Omega-3 fatty acids: salmon, tuna, olive oil or flaxseed Beans: black, kidney or...
NC reports 6-year-old is 1st death of flu season
February 20, 2012, 2:24 pm
North Carolina health officials say a six-year-old is the state's first death from the flu this season.
Breast cancer complications should be treated sooner, says UM-Flint researcher
February 20, 2012, 2:20 pm
FLINT -- A University of Michigan researcher has concluded 11 years of study on breast cancer complications. They say in their conclusion they found that early diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer-related complications such as lymphedema, can...
Promising Hep C Treatment Needs Help But 'Isn't Dead'
February 20, 2012, 12:19 pm
Gilead Sciences Inc.'s shares plunged Friday after the drugmaker said a promising hepatitis C treatment it acquired as part of the $11 billion Pharmasset purchase may need help from other drugs to effectively treat some patients.
UGA researcher creating vaccine for Chagas pet disease
February 20, 2012, 12:19 pm
A University of Georgia researcher is close to developing the first ever Chagas disease vaccine for pets that will help prevent the spread of the disease to humans.