FDA to propose new food label warnings to combat obesity
The FDA is considering food labels to help consumers identify products with unhealthy ingredients, but some experts wonder if this is enough to help in the fight of high obesity rates in the U.S.
The FDA is considering food labels to help consumers identify products with unhealthy ingredients, but some experts wonder if this is enough to help in the fight of high obesity rates in the U.S.
High levels of lead detected in 12 brands of cinnamon and spice blends, report says
Elevated levels of lead were found in 12 of 36 cinnamon and spice mixture brands tested by Consumer Reports.
Elevated levels of lead were found in 12 of 36 cinnamon and spice mixture brands tested by Consumer Reports.
'Dead butt syndrome' can happen after sitting too long: How to avoid the condition
Experts reveal what causes gluteal amnesia and how to know if you have it.
Experts reveal what causes gluteal amnesia and how to know if you have it.
FDA now requiring information about breast density
A new rule is now in effect when it comes to mammograms. The FDA is now requiring that doctors talk with their patients about breast density. The new rule is aimed at helping to reduce delayed cancer diagnosis.
A new rule is now in effect when it comes to mammograms. The FDA is now requiring that doctors talk with their patients about breast density. The new rule is aimed at helping to reduce delayed cancer diagnosis.
Women and heart attacks; fall vaccinations
Are you planning for fall vaccinations? And, Dr. Mike talks about ways women can reduce their risk of heart attacks, with three simple blood tests.
Are you planning for fall vaccinations? And, Dr. Mike talks about ways women can reduce their risk of heart attacks, with three simple blood tests.
Humans age rapidly in two 'bursts' at these ages, according to study
A Stanford study reveals two rapid aging phases during our lifespan, occurring around ages 44 and 60. The research suggests lifestyle changes to manage these aging "bursts."
A Stanford study reveals two rapid aging phases during our lifespan, occurring around ages 44 and 60. The research suggests lifestyle changes to manage these aging "bursts."
Recall of eggs, apple juice and deli meat: Recent list over various health concerns
Several grocery items have been recalled in recent weeks over various health concerns. Here’s what to know.
Several grocery items have been recalled in recent weeks over various health concerns. Here’s what to know.
Apple juice recall expanded over arsenic concerns
A recall of apple juice in the U.S. over arsenic concerns has been expanded from 9,500 cases to 133,500 cases.
A recall of apple juice in the U.S. over arsenic concerns has been expanded from 9,500 cases to 133,500 cases.
How many alarms do you set in the morning? Sleep expert shares ideal number
The more times one hits the snooze button, the more they’re interrupting their sleep cycle, according to a sleep psychologist from the Cleveland Clinic.
The more times one hits the snooze button, the more they’re interrupting their sleep cycle, according to a sleep psychologist from the Cleveland Clinic.
Eggs recalled after salmonella outbreak in multiple states
Eggs from a Wisconsin farm have been recalled after dozens of people across the country were sickened with a salmonella infection.
Eggs from a Wisconsin farm have been recalled after dozens of people across the country were sickened with a salmonella infection.
Watching game shows like 'Jeopardy!' and 'Wheel of Fortune' can boost cognitive health, say experts
Game shows can boost problem-solving skills, improve memory and strengthen your mind — here's how.
Game shows can boost problem-solving skills, improve memory and strengthen your mind — here's how.
Hundreds turn out for sickle cell awareness march
September marks National Sickle Cell Awareness Month and Rowan University students, physicians and medical residents joined pediatric patients on campus to raise awareness.
September marks National Sickle Cell Awareness Month and Rowan University students, physicians and medical residents joined pediatric patients on campus to raise awareness.
Hundreds march for sickle cell awareness
September marks National Sickle Cell Awareness Month and Rowan University students, physicians and medical residents joined pediatric patients on campus to raise awareness.
September marks National Sickle Cell Awareness Month and Rowan University students, physicians and medical residents joined pediatric patients on campus to raise awareness.
Mobile phones not linked to brain cancer, review of studies suggests
An in-depth evaluation of published studies implies that radio waves from mobile phones do not pose a risk to a person’s health.
An in-depth evaluation of published studies implies that radio waves from mobile phones do not pose a risk to a person’s health.
West Nile and EEE: What's the difference between the mosquito-borne viruses?
The mosquito is the world’s deadliest animal, and dangerous infections have been in the headlines lately. Here’s what to know about the diseases and how to tell them apart.
The mosquito is the world’s deadliest animal, and dangerous infections have been in the headlines lately. Here’s what to know about the diseases and how to tell them apart.
Training to save lives; student athletes honor boy who died of unexplained cardiac arrest
Sudden cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death of young athletes, according to the Mayo Clinic, a fact that became all too real for a local mother when it happened to her son back in 2010.
Sudden cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death of young athletes, according to the Mayo Clinic, a fact that became all too real for a local mother when it happened to her son back in 2010.
Student athletes honor boy who died of unexplained cardiac arrest by training in CPR
Sudden cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death of young athletes, according to the Mayo Clinic, a fact that became all too real for a local mother when it happened to her son back in 2010.
Sudden cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death of young athletes, according to the Mayo Clinic, a fact that became all too real for a local mother when it happened to her son back in 2010.
Sleeping longer on weekends could lower heart disease risk by 20%, study finds
People who experience inadequate sleep on weekdays can benefit from weekend catchups.
People who experience inadequate sleep on weekdays can benefit from weekend catchups.
West Nile virus deaths reported in the US: What to know
Three people have died in the U.S. from West Nile virus, the mosquito-borne illness that can sometimes cause serious, sometimes fatal infections.
Three people have died in the U.S. from West Nile virus, the mosquito-borne illness that can sometimes cause serious, sometimes fatal infections.
Sue Serio shares breast cancer diagnosis, road to recovery: 'My prognosis is excellent'
FOX 29's Sue Serio is opening up about her recent breast cancer diagnosis and the importance of early detection.
FOX 29's Sue Serio is opening up about her recent breast cancer diagnosis and the importance of early detection.