Content Tagged 'Lauren Gawthrop'

One of the big reasons kids don't like going to the doctor is the chance they're going to need a shot, but there are some things you can try to make vaccinations a little more tolerable for your children. Video

Coin-sized button batteries can be found in many household items from remote controls to watches and electronics, but a new report finds the number of emergency room visits for button battery ingestions has doubled over the past 20 years, and kids 5 and under are seen the most. Video

A new report from the National Center For Health Statistics finds the rate of hospitalization for stroke dropped about a half-percent between 1989 and 2009, but there is still some good news. Video

We're learning more about the relationship between in vitro fertilization and birth defects, and the risks associated with a particular type of treatment. Video

A new study finds mothers of overweight toddlers typically have inaccurate perceptions of their child's body size. Video

The more time your kids spend in front of the TV, there may be less chance they'll make healthy food choices. That's the result of a new study that tied television viewing and unhealthy eating habits among school-aged children. Video

If you're beginning to swap out some of your typical snacks for yogurt, it's a good move, but you may also make it an even healthier choice by looking closely at the label. Video

Migraine headaches can be triggered by many things: food, stress, even habits. But some experts say they can also be set off by the weather. Video

It won't be long before you'll find yourself at the beach or the pool, but will your body be ready for your bathing suit? Video

It's no secret that using a cell phone while driving may increase your risk of a crash. Two new studies weighed just how dangerous the practice can be when teenagers are behind the wheel- especially when it comes to texting. Video

A drug typically prescribed to cancer patients may also treat one of the most common eye diseases seen in people over age 65. Video

Soy products are all around us. There is soy milk, soy cheese, and tofu. But should you consider adding some soy to your diet? Video

According to a new report from the National Center for Health Statistics, nearly half of all US adults over 50 are at an increased risk of developing osteoporosis because of low bone mass. Video

Two new Multiple Sclerosis drugs may offer patients more convenient ways to manage the debilitating disease. MS is often treated with injections, but two new studies look at a yearly IV infusion and an oral pill. Video

Unlike acute treatments, which relieve pain and symptoms when they occur, preventative migraine headache treatments are taken daily to prevent or lessen the severity of the attacks. Video

It started a little early because of our warm winter, but we are now hitting the peak of allergy season. Luckily, there are a few things you can do to calm your allergies. Video

A warning for soda drinkers: you may be increasing your overall stroke risk with every gulp. A new study links both diet and regular soda to a higher stroke risk. Video

Increase the amount of low-fat dairy in your diet and you might decrease your risk for stroke. A new Swedish study finds consuming low-fat dairy products may lower stroke risk. Video

More than 600,000 knee replacements are performed in the United States each year, and that number is expected to go up. Video

It's never too late to reap the benefits of an active lifestyle. A new study finds daily physical activity, from washing the dishes to routine exercise, may reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease at any age. Video

The American Academy of Pediatrics provides a list of guidelines to help parents and children find a camp that's right. Video

Very young children, especially girls, may be at an increased risk of obesity when certain social risk factors are present, according to a new study. Video

From the time we're born, everything that happens to us and around us impacts our brain. So, how do we keep our brains healthy? Video

Springtime is a great time to plant a garden, and the health benefits can go beyond the nutritious fruits and vegetables you grow. Video

Spring has sprung and that means many kids and their families are enjoying spring break and maybe even heading out on vacation this week. We have some tips to stay safe. Video

Your next trip to the ophthalmologist could reveal more than a vision problem. It turns out, you can find out a lot about your health during an eye exam. Video

The number of children dying from accidental poisonings has been cut in half since the late 1970's, but a new report finds the percentage of child poisoning deaths due to medications has nearly doubled. Video

The "Back To Sleep" campaign began in 1994 as a way to educate parents and caregivers about ways to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome, or SIDS, but parents need to learn the other risks, also. Video

It's a problem that begins overnight, but develops over weeks and months. Night eating syndrome or "midnight hunger" is an eating disorder that is characterized by late-night binge eating. Video

A recent Japanese study links those who receive adrenaline after a heart attack with a lower likelihood of survival at one month or survival with good neurological functioning. Video

Spring is here and many of us will be getting out into the yard to start cleaning up the mess winter may have left behind, but don't forget your safety glasses. Video

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