WFIE - Health

Too much caffeine in food has FDA worried, considering regulations

Ray Downs — Wed, 8 May 2013 10:56:00 EDT

Caffeine is being added to foods more and more these days. But the caffeine craze is worrying the FDA, which is now looking into regulating America's favorite drug.

Some antidepressants may raise risk for gastro infection

Tue, 7 May 2013 16:59:00 EDT

People who take certain types of antidepressants may be at higher risk for potentially deadly Clostridium difficile infection, a new study suggests.

Study links timing of hospital visit to prostate cancer survival odds

Tue, 7 May 2013 12:03:00 EDT

Men with prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of their body are more likely to die after visiting an emergency department on the weekend rather than a weekday, a new study finds.

Flu vaccine safe for kids with crohn's, colitis: study

Alyssa Elsperman — Mon, 6 May 2013 16:21:00 EDT

Not only does vaccination help protect against the flu, it may even reduce inflammatory bowel disease.

Targeted therapy helps lung cancer patients

Alyssa Elsperman — Mon, 6 May 2013 15:57:00 EDT

It's a sad fact that Kentucky not only leads the way in the number of people getting diagnosed with lung cancer, but also leads in lung cancer deaths as well.

Address your skin's needs through a holistic approach to facial skincare

Mon, 6 May 2013 15:48:00 EDT

(BPT) - Many women cite a number of external factors that can trigger sensitive skin flare-ups, including harsh ingredients, weather and makeup. What they may not know is that lifestyle choices can also influence the health...

Health highlights: may 6, 2013

Alyssa Elsperman — Mon, 6 May 2013 15:47:00 EDT

Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments.

Most men with erectile dysfunction don't seem to get treatment

Alyssa Elsperman — Mon, 6 May 2013 15:41:00 EDT

Despite a wide range of treatment options, most men with erectile dysfunction (ED) don't get treated, according to a new study.

Concierge medicine: A blessing or a curse?

Alyssa Elsperman — Mon, 6 May 2013 15:32:00 EDT

Jones, a physician of 17 years, said this increased attention to care, few would normally see, has saved lives.

Many parents texting, phoning while driving their kids

Mon, 6 May 2013 15:02:00 EDT

The vast majority of parents admit to being distracted in some way while driving their young child around, a new survey reveals.

Pediatricians endorse new acne treatment guidelines

Mon, 6 May 2013 14:59:00 EDT

Pimples have long been the bane of teenage existence, but pediatricians say there is now enough evidence on effective treatments to put out the first guidelines on battling acne in children.

Want tots without allergies? Try sucking on their pacifiers

Mon, 6 May 2013 14:59:00 EDT

parents who want to protect their infants from developing allergies should try a simple approach to introducing their children to the wide world of microbes: Just pop their pacifiers into their own mouths before giving them back to their babies.

Many suicidal kids have access to guns at home

Mon, 6 May 2013 14:59:00 EDT

Nearly one-fifth of children and teens at risk for suicide say there are guns in their homes, and many know how to get their hands on both the guns and the bullets, a new study of U.S. emergency room patients found.

White House to challenge ruling on unlimited access to 'morning-after' pill

Thu, 2 May 2013 14:59:00 EDT

The Obama administration announced late Wednesday that it would appeal a federal judge's order to eliminate any age restrictions on who can buy morning-after birth control pills without a prescription.

Food, skin allergies on the rise among children

Thu, 2 May 2013 14:59:00 EDT

The number of American children who suffer from food and skin allergies has increased dramatically in recent years, a new government report shows.

Postpartum depression may affect child's height

Thu, 2 May 2013 14:01:00 EDT

Physical and emotional changes sometimes leave new moms feeling depressed. Now research shows if these ‘baby blues' don't go away quickly, the child can be affected in a surprising way.

Heroin addiction rising in teens

Thu, 2 May 2013 05:00:00 EDT

Heroin use is becoming a growing epidemic in many states, but the problem is hidden in many communities -- and it is becoming more common among their youth.

Making Headway Against Traumatic Brain Injuries

Wed, 1 May 2013 15:17:00 EDT

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Faith may complement treatment for mental illness

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 14:58:00 EDT

A belief in God may boost the effectiveness of short-term treatment for mental illness, according to a small new study.

Most Americans oppose soda, candy taxes

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 14:58:00 EDT

Most U.S. adults aren't sweet on the idea of soda and candy taxes, and many doubt the bigger price tags would trim the national waistline.

New study shows half of all Hoosiers who smoke are trying to quit

Nicole Niziolek — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 11:45:00 EDT

A new study by Ball State found 26 percent of Hoosiers smoke, but according to that study, half of them tied to quit in 2011.

Five reasons asian americans should get tested for hepatitis b

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 10:30:00 EDT

(BPT) - More than 1 million Americans have a lifelong, or chronic, infection of hepatitis B. This includes one out of every 12 Asian Americans. If you or your parents were born in Asia or the Pacific Islands, the Centers for...

Many who got thyroid cancer after Chernobyl still alive

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 10:19:00 EDT

Many people who were children and teens when they developed thyroid cancer after the Chernobyl nuclear disaster in 1986 are now in total or nearly complete remission, a new study indicates.

Police: Fake nurse tried to get hospital pain meds

Jackie Monroe — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 07:16:00 EDT

A patient reportedly saw the woman in his room manipulating a machine that allowed him to administer pain medication.

Ricin: What it is, how it kills

Ray Downs — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 18:53:00 EDT

A suspicious letter sent to the Senator Roger Wicker might have tested positive for ricin, a deadly chemical poison. But what is ricin?

Health officials say it's an active Flu season for Tri-State

Sean Edmondson — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 13:22:00 EST

So far, this has been an active flu season in the Tri-State. In Daviess County, there's a growing number of residents getting sick, both young and old.

UN reports bugs are food of the future

Fri, 17 May 2013 09:07:00 EDT

The U.N.'s Food Agency is publishing a new super food group. They said it has lots of protein, is nutritious and usually has a satisfying crunch – insects.

Fitness in middle age may help shield men from cancer later

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:00:00 EDT

Men who are physically fit in middle age have a lower risk of developing and dying from certain cancers, new research indicates.

Facts matter when your health is at stake

Wed, 15 May 2013 14:19:00 EDT

(BPT) - Learning that you have a disease or medical condition can be overwhelming. You need to learn more about your condition. You may get advice from all directions – from well-meaning friends and family, the...

Tri-State woman shares her story after Angelina Jolie reveals double mastectomy

Sean Edmondson — Wed, 15 May 2013 10:35:00 EDT

On Tuesday, actress and activist Angelina Jolie revealed she recently underwent a preventive double mastectomy after learning she was at an increased risk for breast and ovarian cancer. Though Jolie is an international superstar, this is something women right here in the Tri-State are dealing with as well.

UE students make unique donation to Easter Seals

Sean Edmondson — Tue, 14 May 2013 13:42:00 EDT

Some University of Evansville students made a unique donation today, an aquatic wheelchair. They even built it themselves.

Boomers turning 65 face complex healthcare choices

Tue, 14 May 2013 09:03:00 EDT

(BPT) - Every day, about 10,000 baby boomers turn 65 and become eligible for Medicare. Not everyone will sign up, but it’s important to understand the importance of early choices when enrolling in Medicare for the...

Why a normal pap test may not mean you are cancer-free

Mon, 13 May 2013 15:47:00 EDT

(BPT) - Many women know that getting a Pap test regularly from their health care provider is a good way to check for signs of cervical cancer, the second most common cancer in women worldwide. What they might not know is...

Expert fitness tips for a healthy, effective summer slim-down

Mon, 13 May 2013 13:02:00 EDT

(BPT) - While children long for the lazy carefree days of summer, many adults view the season as a reason to be active and get healthy. Whether it's to look good for an upcoming beach vacation or simply to have the...

Avoid the summer slide: 7 fun, brain-stimulating activities for students

Wed, 8 May 2013 16:32:00 EDT

(BPT) - As summer approaches, many parents are worried about the summer learning slide, and with good reason. Students who do not participate in enrichment and learning activities during the summer break can lose roughly 22...

Improving family connections with better hearing

Wed, 8 May 2013 16:12:00 EDT

(BPT) - Does this sound familiar? You tell your spouse all about the aggravating thing that happened at work today. He or she seems to be nodding in agreement, until you ask what you should do about the situation. Your...

Money motivates weight loss -- one step at a time

Wed, 8 May 2013 14:59:00 EDT

When a health insurer told obese people they could either pay 20 percent more for coverage or start exercising, most of them decided to get active, according to a new study.

Birth rates good after implanting 1 embryo

Wed, 8 May 2013 14:59:00 EDT

Among women who undergo in vitro fertilization (IVF) to become pregnant, there is no difference in delivery rates among those implanted with one prescreened embryo compared to those implanted with two unscreened embryos.

Simple ways to reduce excess sugar in your diet this summer

Wed, 8 May 2013 12:42:00 EDT

(BPT) - Warm weather offers many sweet delights, from trips to the beach and more free time, to seasonal foods and soirees with family and friends. Unfortunately, many of the foods we commonly associate with spring and...

Cellphone use may reveal your dominant brain

Sat, 18 May 2013 10:03:00 EDT

New research suggests the dominant side of your brain may make the call on which ear you choose to use while talking on your cellphone.

High-frequency noise boosts math skills in study

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:24:00 EDT

Scientists report that they were able to improve the math-calculation skills of college students by buzzing their brains with doses of random high-frequency noise.

1 in 5 U.S. kids has a mental health disorder

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:10:00 EDT

As many as one in five American children under the age of 17 has a diagnosable mental disorder in a given year, according to a new federal report.

Eyelash extension adhesives may cause bad reactions

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:53:00 EDT

Eye experts warn that the adhesives used to apply eyelash extensions can cause allergies and infections.

Look for new, improved sunscreen labels

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:50:00 EDT

New labeling laws for sunscreen will help American consumers choose the product that provides the best sun protection, experts say.

Many public pools contaminated with human waste

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:47:00 EDT

There are few things more inviting than a cool, clear pool on a hot summer day. But a new federal report will have you thinking twice before dipping a toe in the water.

Most Americans say no to smoking in their homes, cars

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:44:00 EDT

Drop by for a visit or share the drive -- but please, no smoking.

Yoga may help ease high blood pressure

Thu, 16 May 2013 17:23:00 EDT

People who follow the ancient practice of yoga may be getting an added health boost, with a new study suggesting it can fight high blood pressure -- also known as hypertension.

New drug may help immune system fight cancer

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:00:00 EDT

An experimental drug that taps the power of the body's immune system to fight cancer is shrinking tumors in patients for whom other treatments have failed, an early study shows.

Flesh-eating disease victim gets prosthetic hands

Fri, 17 May 2013 22:23:00 EDT

A metro Atlanta woman who lost both hands, her left leg and right foot after contracting a flesh-eating disease was on her way back from Ohio Friday after being fitted with prosthetic hands.

Rising consumer demands aids organic industry sway

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:41:00 EDT

The organic food industry is gaining influence on Capitol Hill, prompted by its entry into traditional farm states and by increasing consumer demand.

WHO says single yellow fever shot is enough

Fri, 17 May 2013 05:11:00 EDT

The World Health Organization says a yellow fever booster vaccination given 10 years after the initial shot isn't necessary.

Correction: New Virus story

Fri, 17 May 2013 04:06:00 EDT

In a story May 15 about a new SARS-like virus spreading from patients to health care workers in Saudi Arabia, The Associated Press reported erroneously the location of the 20 deaths attributed to the virus. There have been...

Tiny preemies get a boost from live music therapy

Thu, 16 May 2013 03:21:00 EDT

As the guitarist strums and softly sings a lullaby in Spanish, tiny Augustin Morales stops squirming in his hospital crib and closes his eyes.

Details of Jolie's breast treatment revealed

Wed, 15 May 2013 20:40:00 EDT

By MARILYNN MARCHIONE AP Chief Medical Writer Angelina Jolie's mother had breast cancer and died of ovarian cancer, and her maternal grandmother also had ovarian cancer - strong evidence of an...

Shrinks, critics face off over psychiatric manual

Wed, 15 May 2013 14:40:00 EDT

In the new psychiatric manual of mental disorders, grief soon after a loved one's death can be considered major depression. Extreme childhood temper tantrums get a fancy name. And certain "senior moments" are called...

Stem cells recovered from cloned human embryos

Wed, 15 May 2013 12:40:00 EDT

Scientists have finally recovered stem cells from cloned human embryos, a longstanding goal that could lead to new treatments for such illnesses as Parkinson's disease and diabetes.

St. Louis doctor with cerebral palsy offers hope

Wed, 15 May 2013 05:00:00 EDT

Dr. Jan Brunstrom-Hernandez gently but sternly admonishes a teenage cerebral palsy patient who clearly hasn't been doing his exercises, stressing the importance of keeping muscles loose and limber.

Study questions if bed rest prevents prematurity

Tue, 14 May 2013 17:50:00 EDT

New research is raising fresh concern that an age-old treatment for troubled pregnancies - bed rest - doesn't seem to prevent premature birth, and might even worsen that risk.