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If you’ve been diagnosed with osteoporosis, adding exercise to your treatment regimen may seem a little daunting—and counterintuitive. You may be thinking: If my bones are fragile, shouldn’t I be *avoiding* physical activity? More>>
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WSIL -- We're halfway through the Flu season, which runs from October or November until as late as May. But, there is some good news.
WSIL -- According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), this season's flu shot is 47-percent effective at preventing the disease. It is better for children under 17, with a 61-percent rate, and worse for adults 50 year old or older with just a 24-percent effectiveness. That's actually about par for the course -- over the past few seasons, the rate has fluctuated between 19 and 48 percent. But it's not all bad news for the flu vaccine, even ... More>>
PADUCAH, Ky. -- A program active in southern Illinois hospitals has now expanded into Kentucky.
WSIL -- Since the beginning of the year, the CDC has reported more than 100 cases of Measles in 10 states, including Illinois.
CARTERVILLE, Ill. -- On April 6 Walker's Bluff and St. Nicholas Brewing Company are teaming up for a fundraiser for the Autism Society of Southern Illinois.
CARBONDALE, Ill. -- Drug treatment centers are seeing a rise in drug overdoses.
WSIL -- February 4 is World Cancer Day. Worldwide more than 9.6 million people died from the disease in 2018.
WSIL -- The first Friday in February is Go Red for Women Day.
CARTERVILLE, Ill. -- According to the Centers for Disease Control, flu activity in Illinois and Missouri is labeled as regional.
(HealthDay News) -- Quitting smoking is one of the hardest things to do, but studies have found that one strategy in particular can help many people: Start anti-smoking medication well before your intended quit date.
(HealthDay News) -- A large, new analysis helps confirm that eating lots of grains, vegetables and fruit lowers your risk of dying early from cancer or heart disease.
(HealthDay News) -- Over the past 25 years, the number of Americans who have died from cancer has dropped dramatically, though racial and economic disparities persist, a new study reveals.
(HealthDay News) -- If you suffer from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a flu shot can be a lifesaver.
CARBONDALE, Ill. -- We're talking about pain in today's House Call segment.
(HealthDay News) -- After suffering through a cold, many people still have a persistent cough -- but why?
(HealthDay News) -- Testicular cancer occurs most often in young men, and they need to know the signs of the disease, a urologist says.
MARION, Ill. -- The new year is almost here and a tradition in January is the Hospice of Southern Illinois Red Carpet Gala.
No one wants to spend the holidays in a hospital bed, but heading home might not be a good idea, new research suggests.
It's a college tradition to pull "all-nighters" during final exams. But students may get better grades if they simply go to bed early, two new studies suggest.
Serious sports injuries aren't confined to athletes -- spectators also run that risk, a new study finds.
A new report shows the rate of people with serious psychological distress is declining, and more folks are seeking mental health care on an outpatient basis
Over the past few months, numerous recalls of the popular heart drug valsartan have already occurred. Now, generics maker Mylan Pharmaceuticals is adding more products to the list.
For certain women with early stage breast cancer, a newer drug that combines an antibody with chemotherapy may cut the risk of disease recurrence in half, a new trial finds.
There's an adjustment period for almost every new college student -- but there are some signs that suggest your young person needs more serious help than a care package from home
More than one-quarter of people with diabetes have skimped on needed insulin because of the drug's soaring price tag, according to a new small study.
Electrical stimulation of a certain part of the brain may offer a new option for "treatment-resistant" depression, a small new study suggests.
Connections between different areas of the brain are sustained longer than usual in people with autism, perhaps explaining some of their symptoms, a new study suggests.
Infant ear infections can be a source of frustration for parents and babies alike. But there are steps to lessen them and, when they do occur, "less is more" is a better way to treat them.
When you first start strength training, almost any weight you lift will bring some results.
People caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's or other types of dementia should focus on four main safety issues, an expert says.
Making the switch to whole wheat bread and whole wheat pasta are good ways to get more unrefined grains (and needed fiber) into your diet.
As part of a new effort to cut the use of dogs in drug trials, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday launched an initiative to keep canines out of studies for certain veterinary medicines.
Milk allergy affects more than half of American infants who have food allergies in their first year of life, a new study finds.
Prejudice directed at older people results in $63 billion in excess health costs each year in the United States, a new study claims.
More than one-third of Americans have prediabetes, but 90 percent of them don't know they have it, medical experts say.
People who have experienced either a concussion or a mild traumatic brain injury are twice as likely to commit suicide than others, a new review suggests.
Caffeine-laden energy drinks are popular, but they might make your blood vessels less efficient, a small study suggests.
Obese kids may have extra difficulty with schoolwork and coping under stress, a preliminary study suggests.
Babies who are prescribed antibiotics before they're 2 years old may be more likely to become obese children, new research suggests.
Alzheimer's patients taking diabetes drugs may have fewer signs of dementia in their brains than similar patients not taking the drugs, new research finds.
Social stigma may play a large role in the depression, anxiety and other mental health woes experienced by many people with autism, a small new study indicates.
Swimmer extraordinaire Michael Phelps has won 28 Olympic medals -- 23 of them gold. Yet, despite all those medals and the accolades that came with them, Phelps has struggled with depression and anxiety.
Children may suffer delayed language skills if their mothers come in contact with common chemicals called phthalates in early pregnancy, new research suggests.
Many women living with advanced breast cancer face significant financial strains -- from paying for their care to simply covering monthly bills, a new survey finds.
Repeated hits to the head, rather than one severe blow, may determine whether football players suffer a concussion, a new study suggests.
CARBONDALE, Ill. -- A revealing 5K fundraiser event is coming to our region in December. It's called the Santa Speedo 5K run/walk.
A new gene therapy might help improve motor symptoms in people with Parkinson's disease who aren't responding to other therapies, an early study has found.
Middle-aged people with higher-than-average levels of the "stress" hormone cortisol may have fuzzier memories, a new study suggests.
Generics make up 80 percent of drug prescriptions filled in the United States and are a big cost savings for consumers.
Paying extra for those pricey organic fruits and vegetables might pay off: New research suggests eating them might help you dodge a cancer diagnosis.
Even after a thorough cleaning, traces of diarrhea-causing bacteria can remain on hospital bed sheets, researchers report.
Contrary to popular belief, new research suggests that drinking coffee might be a good prescription for avoiding the unsightly skin condition known as rosacea.
"Eyeballing" emergency room patients may be better than a formal medical assessment in identifying those most in need of urgent care, a new study suggests.
Obesity surgery may help prevent heart attacks and strokes in people who are severely overweight and have diabetes, a new large study suggests.
In an attempt to head off federal regulation, America's pharmaceutical manufacturers announced Monday that they would take voluntary action to make drug prices more transparent.
People may rely on social media such as Facebook to showcase the highlights of their lives, like vacations. But new research suggests the language they use in posts might also help predict depression.
Children with asthma are at increased risk for childhood obesity, a new study suggests.
The same type of bacteria that causes stomach cancer may also increase colon cancer risk, especially in black Americans, a new study finds.
HEALTHLINE -- We all have some guilty-pleasure junk foods: French fries, pizza, sweets. Sometimes, it can be hard to cut these unhealthy treats.
Patients with the heart rhythm disorder atrial fibrillation are less likely to see a cardiologist or fill prescriptions for blood-thinning drugs if they've had cancer, a new study finds.
School is in full swing, and with it comes a plethora of colds passed back and forth among kids.
Occasional fasting may help control type 2 diabetes, a small Canadian study suggests.
One in four Americans 65 and older falls each year, with some ending up in hospitals or even dying. But new research suggests that it's possible to avoid some of these serious injuries.
Take two aspirins and reduce your risk of liver cancer? New research suggests this weekly routine might help.
Getting too little sleep at night? If so, your odds for a car crash are rising, new research suggests.
Getting too little or too much sleep can affect stroke risk, depending on a man's race, researchers say.
The impact of acne is more than skin-deep, and often disrupts sleep and well-being, scientists have found.
A personalized vaccine held an aggressive group of cancers in check among more than half of patients who received it in a small, preliminary trial, researchers report.
The most dangerous play in football can be rendered safer through a simple rule change, a new study out of the Ivy League suggests.
People with type 2 diabetes who are taking common drugs called diuretics may be at a significantly increased risk of losing a foot or leg, according to a new French study.
Wearable defibrillators do not lower the chances of dying from sudden cardiac arrest among high-risk patients who've just had a heart attack, a new investigation concludes.
It's a perfect case of the enemy of my enemy is my friend.
Maybe your cat is scratching up that sofa for a good reason: New research suggests that chemicals found in upholstery and carpeting may harm feline thyroids.
Your eyes are subject to a wide variety of health conditions, from minor annoyances to serious chronic diseases and even cancer.
If you're suffering from acute appendicitis, you might be successfully treated with antibiotics and never need an operation to remove your appendix, Finnish researchers report.
Here's a welcome alert: Scientists say they're inching closer to a blood test for drowsy driving.
A paraplegic man has regained the ability to move his legs and walk with assistance, thanks to an implanted electrode stimulating his spinal cord, Mayo Clinic researchers say.
Following years of decline, fatal car accidents involving teen drivers have accelerated in the United States, a leading group of U.S. pediatricians warns.
Flea medicines protect your pet, but some animals can have serious side effects from products containing isoxazoline, U.S. health officials warn.
As important as getting close to eight hours of sleep a night is, new research suggests that going to bed and waking up at the same time every day is just as critical for your health.
The early symptoms of ovarian cancer are often confused with less serious issues, making successful treatment less likely, a cancer expert warns.
1 in 7 Americans has diabetes, and many don't even know they have the blood sugar disease, a new report shows.
WSIL -- The Alzheimer's Association has planned a pair of walks to raise awareness about the disease.
Many American teens are sleep-deprived, and parents blame their attachment to electronics, new survey results show.
Could that morning cup of joe bring a health boost to people battling kidney disease?
Hemera / ThinkstockThere's disappointing news for seniors: A new trial shows that taking daily low-dose aspirin doesn't prolong healthy, independent living in otherwise healthy people aged 70 and older.
Almost two dozen new cancer treatments received U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval in the past year, a new report reveals.
With millions of pain-plagued Americans looking for an alternative to opioids, the solution for some might be no medicine at all.
When you take your medications may have a lot to do with how well they work, new research suggests.
There's no disputing the fact that regular colonoscopies, now suggested to start at age 45 for those with an average risk of colorectal cancer, can help prevent the disease by finding -- and removing -- precancerous growths
As if the start of a new school year isn't stressful enough, many teens may find their acne worsens when classes start, a skin doctor says.
It may seem counterintuitive, but eating bread, pasta and cereal may actually help prevent type 2 diabetes, as long as those foods are made from whole grains, new research suggests.
The choices you make every day, both big and small, influence your weight and your health.
HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, is typically a manageable infection, but medications that keep the virus at bay don't work for everyone. Now, researchers have developed a new medication to help them.
The more a middle-aged or elderly woman walks, the less likely she is to have heart failure, a large new study reveals.
An experimental single-dose flu drug shows promise as a new way to alleviate the misery of influenza, researchers say.
Taking fish oil supplements during pregnancy might translate into healthier growth in children during their first six years of life, a new study suggests.
Two disorders that often occur together -- type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure -- may have a common link in a hormone called aldosterone, researchers suggest.
Younger women who undergo chemotherapy for lung cancer are more likely to experience early menopause, researchers have found.
It's the dieter's tug-of-war: the need to lose weight versus the urge to eat high-calorie foods.
iStockphoto / Peter NadoiskiYou risk serious injury if you consume or handle food and drink products where liquid nitrogen is added just before consumption, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warned Friday.
iStockphoto / Isabel MasseThe number of ADHD diagnoses among children has risen dramatically in the past two decades, going from 6 percent to 10 percent, a new report shows.
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