Dr. Allison Brindle of Cleveland Clinic Children's says, "The important thing that we need to remember as parents is that normal childhood development usually covers a…
The Journal of the American Medical Association reports on findings that eating more red meat over time increases your risk of type two diabetes. but what is in your m…
In 2001, Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) researchers reported that a nutritional supplement called the AREDS formulation could reduce the risk of developing adva…
While bullying by peers is a recognized problem, bullying by siblings is often overlooked, but a new study finds being picked on by a brother or sister can be harmful …
NEW YORK (AP) — Doctors say it'll be quite some time before solid donor organs like lungs and livers can be grown in a lab, but they're working toward that for the future.
Bedside manner seems to come naturally to some, but many of us have known doctors who make us feel like they don't care. Now new research is making a case for compassi…
There is good news for those looking to lower their risk of diabetes and blood sugar.
About 20 million people in the United States, including more than half of all diabetics, suffer from neuropathy.
When it comes to our smartphones and tablets many of us are absolutely obsessed with apps!
Chances are if you are of a certain age, you may not sleep through the night. But, do you know why?
Every year about 200,000 people will suffer an ACL injury. Now, a new technique is helping keep repaired knees from needing more work.
She is attractive, slim and fit; the picture of good health. That’s what you see when you look at Nancie Kalin. But, like many women of a certain age who worried about…
Venice Regional Medical Center is holding a blood drive today to insure that they are covered in case of a shortage.
GAINESVILLE, Fla. ― Researchers at the University of Florida Genetics Institute have discovered how, at the genetic level, different bird species either develop or do …
Seniors in our community get advice on dealing with stress from the storm.
For one week those unable to afford cataract surgery are helped by a local center.
Blood is being used to figure out what's going on inside your head.
Catheter ablation, a trip through the human body for abnormal heart rhythm
Children with a rare form of muscular dystrophy called Pompe disease often spend their days tethered to mechanical ventilators in order to breathe. Now, results from a…
Just in time for summer, a new study is out showing that swimming injuries are up by nearly 20% in the U.S. By the end of the day another 250 children will be rushed t…
Hurricane season is here. Here's a look at you first-aid kit must-haves.
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By providing images of unprecedented clarity and detail, new breakthrough technologies are providing Interventional Radiologists like Dr. Grub…
A native of Tennessee, Dr. Gerald Grubbs attended college and medical school there before going on to complete his residency at the University…
"Chemo did not work on my cancer. I had just about given up hope of surviving when my husband convinced me to investigate a new therapy