New Treatment for Sleep Apnea
Great news for those dealing with sleep apnea. If you're over 22, experience moderate to severe sleep apnea, and have found CPAP ineffective, a new treatment option has been introduced to offer you an alternative.
FDA Approves New Drug to Treat Hot Flashes in Menopausal Women
The FDA has approved a new pill without hormones to treat hot flashes in menopausal women. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains.
New Medication Giving People With Hemophilia Hope
Hemophilia is a rare inherited disease. It is a disorder that causes excessive bleeding by not forming blood clots properly. Sufferers who are injury-prone, or young children, who are more likely to cut themselves accidentally, have to deal with frequent painful intravenous injections to prevent excessive bleeding.
How Daylight Saving Time Impacts Our Health
This weekend marks the end of daylight saving time as most of the U.S. "falls back" and gains an hour of sleep. Sleep expert Shelby Harris, a clinical associate professor at Einstein Medical School in New York City, joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to explain how the time change impacts our health.
Consumer Reports: Some Popular Protein Powders and Shakes Contain High Levels of Lead
Consumer Reports tested 23 products and found that more than two-thirds of them contain more lead in one serving than experts say should be considered safe to consume in a day.
Best Martial Arts for Health Improvement
Looking to boost your fitness, improve your mental clarity, and cultivate discipline? Martial arts offer a holistic approach to health improvement, engaging your body and mind in a powerful and rewarding way.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Steam Treatment for Enlarged Prostate
Prostate gland enlargement can lead to uncomfortable urinary symptoms in men. As they grow older, their risk of experiencing these symptoms increases. By the age of 60, about 30 percent of men are affected, and this number rises to 50 percent by age 80.
New Drugs Revolutionizing Weight-loss and Health Care
The FDA has approved Zepbound, the latest in a growing number of drugs that are revolutionizing weight loss as America faces an epidemic of obesity.
Paralyzed Woman Walks Again Thanks to New Technology
A 22-year-old woman who is paralyzed from the waist down can walk again thanks to a first-of-its-kind wearable device. Caroline Laubach of Macungie, Pennsylvania, is one of the first people in the world to benefit from Eve, the world's first self-balancing exoskeleton -- an external skeleton -- which provides hands-free walking independence.
FDA Approves First New Alzheimer’s Disease Medication in Nearly 20 Years
The FDA has approved a new medication that may slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.
Monthly Health Care Premiums Set to Double for Many Americans
The political stand-off in the nation's capitol is forcing millions of people to pay more for health care, food and child care. Low income families are going to be hit hardest.
10 Powerful Green Tea Benefits: Why This Ancient Drink Is Still a Modern Health Hero
1. Better Wellness Thanks To A Balanced Diet Of Antioxidants
Green tea contains catechins, a type of oxidant that aids in protecting your cells from free radical damage. EGCG, the most potent of these catechins, is known for its ability to combat disease and promote overall health.
Why is it important: Polyphenols help to prevent serious illnesses like heart disease and cancer, boost your immune system, and slow the aging process.
For best antioxidant benefits, chose a high-quality loose-leaf natural drink or teas.
2. Boosts Mental Clarity And Mental Performance ...
The Best Workouts for Older Adults: Stay Strong and Active at Any Age
Saying active isn’t just about fitness—it’s about independence, vitality, and confidence. Discover the best exercises for seniors that strengthen your body, protect your joints, and keep you moving with ease. From simple walks to gentle yoga and balance training, these senior-friendly workouts can help you stay strong, steady, and full of life at any age.
New Treatment For Pancreatic Cancer
New hope for pancreatic cancers as new chemotherapy method targets tumor without affecting healthy cells.
FDA Approves Opioid-Free Pain Medication. CNN’s Dr. Gupta Answers Your Burning Questions
The FDA approved a new type of pain reliever that doesn't include opioids. CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta answers your questions about the side effects and the unusual history behind the discovery of this medication.
The Disappearing Federal Paychecks, Food Benefits and Health Care Tax Credits
Reporting on the effects of the shutdown, ABC News’ Jay O’Brien talks to federal employees, military families and parents experiencing increasing healthcare premiums and food insecurity.
New Medication for Cystic Fibrosis With Elliott Dasenbrook, MD
A new combination drug, FDA approved in October 2019, is providing CF relief for patients with the most common CF gene mutation (F508 del) – estimated to represent 90% of individuals living with the disease.
FDA Triggers Recall of Over 67,000 Power Stick Deodorants | ChicagoNOW
More than 67,000 cases of deodorant sold at Walmart, Dollar Tree and on Amazon have been recalled. The recall includes multiple varieties of Power Stick roll-on deodorant-like "Power Fresh," "Spring Fresh," and "Original Nourishing." The FDA says the issue stems from deviations in current good manufacturing practices.