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Childhood obesity is on the rise and that has some parents looking for ways to keep kids active. Some are turning to personal trainers. More>>
A new knee implant now being offered at Fletcher Allen Health Care is having a major impact on the quality of life for younger patients. More>>
A new study shows that keeping your mind active can help keep Alzheimer's disease at bay-- but only to a point. More>>
New figures show a tenfold increase in gastric bypass surgery in Britain in the last seven years. And the federal government there is picking up the tab. More>>
When it comes to the age-old problem of head lice, the American Academy of Pediatrics has a lesson for educators themselves. More>>
New technology is on the market to help combat cellulite and reduce fat and wrinkles. The FDA recently approved a device that does the work of two or three different machines. More>>
A recent drowning at a Plattsburgh motel is highlighting the importance of swimming lessons. An 8-year-old Staten Island boy drowned when he wandered into the deep end of a pool and couldn't swim. A program in Burlington is aimed at preventing such deaths. More>>
Melanoma is the most dangerous type of skin cancer. Patients in the final stage of the disease have few options, but a new drug is offering hope and more time. More>>
It's hard to imagine that cold season is just around the corner, but it's true-- and now new research shows a simple step may help stave off the sniffles. More>>
How'd you like to lose weight with no prescriptions, side effects and practically no cost? The answer may be as close as the nearest faucet. More>>
More and more people are suffering this summer as poison ivy cases skyrocket. More>>
A new infection control program being used at Rutland Regional Medical Center is the first of its kind in Vermont to fight preoperation staph infections. More>>
Having a baby with colic is extremely stressful. The nonstop crying affects the entire family. But a new study shows a potential treatment could help. More>>
A new study reveals teenagers have more hearing loss than they did two decades ago. More>>
If you suffer from indoor allergies, a new study finds you're likely to have a more severe reaction to outdoor allergens -- especially during ragweed season -- which has just started. More>>
There's more evidence a common over-the-counter medication may cause asthma and eczema in children. More>>
After a miscarriage, how long should a couple wait to try again? Doctors have debated that question for years. The current recommendation is six months, but that might be outdated. More>>
A New York couple is proving that parents will do anything for their children. When their twins' lives were in danger-- they donated a part of themselves. More>>
Doctors said Scotty Marsalis would never get out of a wheelchair, but a new device is helping him walk without a cane and even climb stairs. More>>
A new study finds people with larger waistlines are at greater risk of dying. More>>
Eighty percent of babies suck their thumbs, but dentists say doing that long-term can cause permanent damage to a child's teeth and mouth. There's a new tool designed to help kids break the habit. More>>
A new device is helping doctors evaluate a patient's attention and hyperactivity. More>>
A new treatment for prostate cancer is being put to the test. It uses lasers and lights to try to stop cancer in its tracks. More>>
New research suggests a low-carb diet might be better for your heart than a low-fat diet. More>>
Drinking milk from cows is the norm in the U.S., but in Europe, donkey milk is catching on. Doctors say it's closest to human milk, making it ideal for babies with allergies. More>>
An MRI machine designed specifically for breast cancer detection can produce amazing images. More>>
A warning for women and men who take calcium supplements-- a new study finds they can be bad for the heart. More>>
New Hampshire Gov. John Lynch has signed a law requiring insurers to cover more treatment programs for autistic children. More>>
A smoker's genetic code may soon be used to help them kick the habit. More>>
Two new studies show when it comes to CPR, less may be better. Researchers say mouth-to-mouth resuscitation is not necessary to save a life. The findings support other studies and could change national guidelines. More>>
A new study by a Vermont research firm shows that people with a gluten allergy-- or celiac disease-- may think they're buying gluten-free products when the items actually contain gluten. More>>
For decades women have been looking for less invasive options to permanently prevent pregnancy. Now, there's a new type of contraception that can be done in minutes under local anesthesia. More>>
A national panel is urging cancer patients to stay active and get as much exercise as is recommended for the average person. Some are taking a new cancer fitness class. More>>
You've probably heard of shoeless Joe Jackson right? The major league baseball player took his cleats off during a game because they were giving him blisters and played without them. Exercising shoeless is now a growing trend. More>>
Women who underwent a C-section can safely have a natural delivery the next time around. More>>
Doctors want to be able to diagnose Alzheimer's disease before a patient becomes forgetful and confused. Now there are new recommendations to with help early diagnosis. More>>
Los Angeles, California - July 19, 2010 Giving yourself a flu vaccine may sound scary but a new tiny patch under research would make it simple and almost pain-free. It's not just children who don't like More>>
As the summer weather heats up, so does the risk of dehydration. Water may be the first drink you think of to quench your thirst. But British researchers say there's another beverage you should fancy. More>>
Some are calling it a breakthrough in fighting blindness. A tiny eye implant just won FDA approval and it promises to help people struggling with macular degeneration. More>>
Despite concerns about the controversial diabetes drug Avandia, a panel of experts investigating its safety says it should stay on the market. More>>
Researchers say a popular diabetes drug can cause heart problems in some patients. Now the FDA is holding a two-day hearing on the future of Avandia. More>>
New study shows a link between severe sleep apnea and heart disease in middle age and older men. More>>
Thousands of pregnant women are diagnosed with gestational diabetes every year. Now new research shows they are at increased risk for diabetes long after the baby comes. More>>
Vermont health officials say a fox that bit a Barre man last week did have rabies. More>>
Titanium is used in everything from airplane parts to jewelry, and now it's even used to replace bones. A young girl who suffers from scoliosis and a rare deformity now has titanium ribs that will save her life. More>>
There's a new ride for people who depend on wheelchairs. It's the first vehicle engineered to meet the needs of disabled passengers. More>>
American boys and girls play lots of soccer, but they play and get hurt differently. More>>
When it comes to sunglasses, finding the right protection for your eyes should be top priority. More>>
