11 minute 'brisk' walks every day could reduce early deaths, study finds
Doing 75 minutes a week of moderate-intensity activity could reduce 1 in 10 early deaths, 1 in 20 cardiovascular disease diagnoses and nearly 1 in 30 cancer cases.
Doing 75 minutes a week of moderate-intensity activity could reduce 1 in 10 early deaths, 1 in 20 cardiovascular disease diagnoses and nearly 1 in 30 cancer cases.
Former NFL cornerback Irv Cross posthumously diagnosed with ‘most severe type’ of CTE, researchers say
Irv Cross, who died in 2012, was diagnosed with Stage 4 CTE.
Irv Cross, who died in 2012, was diagnosed with Stage 4 CTE.
Surgeon runs down Philadelphia street to retrieve organ from transport vehicle stuck in traffic
A Philadelphia doctor took matters into his own hands, or more accurately, - his own feet - to get an organ donation to a patient on time.
A Philadelphia doctor took matters into his own hands, or more accurately, - his own feet - to get an organ donation to a patient on time.
China dismisses FBI claims on COVID-19 lab-leak theory
FBI Director Christopher Wray said "the FBI has for quite some time now assessed that the origins of the pandemic are most likely a potential lab incident."
FBI Director Christopher Wray said "the FBI has for quite some time now assessed that the origins of the pandemic are most likely a potential lab incident."
New dental treatment is easier, more effective at preventing cavities, study finds
The researchers found that the new treatment is more cost-effective, can be applied in less time than dental sealants, and can be provided by registered nurses rather than a dentist or dental hygienist.
The researchers found that the new treatment is more cost-effective, can be applied in less time than dental sealants, and can be provided by registered nurses rather than a dentist or dental hygienist.
How officials cracked case of eyedrops that permanently blinded people
Experts are marveling at how U.S. disease detectives figured out how eyedrops were linked to dozens of infections. At last count, 58 Americans in 13 states have been infected. At least one died and at least five suffered permanent vision loss.
Experts are marveling at how U.S. disease detectives figured out how eyedrops were linked to dozens of infections. At last count, 58 Americans in 13 states have been infected. At least one died and at least five suffered permanent vision loss.
Scared to eat? How one therapy is helping some kids with food allergies
For some, the fear of having an allergic reaction, can also lead to a fear of eating -- whether it be at a restaurant or enjoying a snack at a friend's house. However, research and therapies – oral immunotherapy being one -- are helping kids deal with that fear.
For some, the fear of having an allergic reaction, can also lead to a fear of eating -- whether it be at a restaurant or enjoying a snack at a friend's house. However, research and therapies – oral immunotherapy being one -- are helping kids deal with that fear.
Girl in Nebraska brings her grandpa to daddy-daughter dance: 'They had a great time'
The video of Austyn asking her grandfather to the dance is so sweet. "There's a Valentine's dance," she says softly, "but we need our dad to go."
The video of Austyn asking her grandfather to the dance is so sweet. "There's a Valentine's dance," she says softly, "but we need our dad to go."
China says it's been 'open and transparent' in search for COVID origins
China said it has been “open and transparent” in the search for the origins of COVID-19, after questions about how the pandemic began received new attention.
China said it has been “open and transparent” in the search for the origins of COVID-19, after questions about how the pandemic began received new attention.
Study: Zero-calorie sweetener associated with high risk of heart failure, stroke and death
Researchers also noted that erythritol appeared to cause blood clots more readily in animal testing.
Researchers also noted that erythritol appeared to cause blood clots more readily in animal testing.
American teens' mental health crisis: What's driving this?
A recent CDC report highlights what mental health experts have been ringing the alarm over: Teens, and specifically girls, are suffering.
A recent CDC report highlights what mental health experts have been ringing the alarm over: Teens, and specifically girls, are suffering.
AdventHealth Orlando: Do you know the signs, symptoms of a heart attack?
Do you know the signs and symptoms of a heart attack? If you experience those symptoms, do you know what to do right away? AdventHealth Orlando's Dr. Kevin Accola stopped by Good Day Orlando to answer those questions. More info: HeartLungandVascularInstitute.com
Do you know the signs and symptoms of a heart attack? If you experience those symptoms, do you know what to do right away? AdventHealth Orlando's Dr. Kevin Accola stopped by Good Day Orlando to answer those questions. More info: HeartLungandVascularInstitute.com
Another US agency assesses COVID-19 origin likely a Chinese 'lab leak': report
The Energy Department has reportedly joined the FBI’s stance that the coronavirus likely spread due to a mishap at a Chinese laboratory.
The Energy Department has reportedly joined the FBI’s stance that the coronavirus likely spread due to a mishap at a Chinese laboratory.
Hiker collapses, dies at Arches National Park
Park rangers said the victim was a 71-year-old man from Massachusetts who was with his wife and son.
Park rangers said the victim was a 71-year-old man from Massachusetts who was with his wife and son.
FDA approves combination flu-COVID test for home use
This is the first home test for the flu.
This is the first home test for the flu.
Feds seek to limit telehealth prescriptions for some drugs
The Biden administration moved Friday to require patients see a doctor in person before getting attention deficit disorder medication or addictive painkillers, toughening access to the drugs against the backdrop of a deepening opioid crisis.
The Biden administration moved Friday to require patients see a doctor in person before getting attention deficit disorder medication or addictive painkillers, toughening access to the drugs against the backdrop of a deepening opioid crisis.
California bill would eventually ban all tobacco sales
Some California lawmakers want to eventually ban all tobacco sales, filing legislation to make it illegal to sell cigarettes and other products to anyone born after Jan. 1, 2007.
Some California lawmakers want to eventually ban all tobacco sales, filing legislation to make it illegal to sell cigarettes and other products to anyone born after Jan. 1, 2007.
'Heart in a Box' increases viability for donated organs
New technology is helping to save lives right in Central Florida. It’s called "Heart in a Box" and it’s making more heart transplants possible for the hundreds of patients currently in need of one in Florida.
New technology is helping to save lives right in Central Florida. It’s called "Heart in a Box" and it’s making more heart transplants possible for the hundreds of patients currently in need of one in Florida.
'Heart in a Box' increases viability for donated organs
New technology is helping to save lives. Surgeons are using what is called "Heart in a Box" in Orlando to speed up the wait time for vital transplants.
New technology is helping to save lives. Surgeons are using what is called "Heart in a Box" in Orlando to speed up the wait time for vital transplants.
Florida teen discusses vaping addiction, struggles to quit
More than one in four teenagers are vaping – that’s according to the FDA, which also says vaping can lead to lung and heart disease, and even prove deadly.
More than one in four teenagers are vaping – that’s according to the FDA, which also says vaping can lead to lung and heart disease, and even prove deadly.