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| Watching out for West Nile Virus Thu, 29 Jul 2010 12:21:51 GMT There are worries that the intense heat the past several weeks will speed up the arrival of mosquitoes carrying West Nile. Breast milk is best for baby Tue, 27 Jul 2010 21:36:45 GMT Breastfeeding your baby can not only protect your baby's health, but also yours. Kids educate their peers on HIV & AIDS Fri, 23 Jul 2010 23:20:36 GMT Statistics show an increasing number of African American and Hispanic young teens and adults testing 'positive' for HIV. UConn medical school given warning Fri, 23 Jul 2010 12:58:27 GMT An accrediting group has given a "warning of probation" to the University of Connecticut School of Medicine after finding that the school failed to fully comply with 15 out of 132 standards. Doctors struggle with Medicare Thu, 22 Jul 2010 21:22:26 GMT Low Medicare reimbursements and the possibility of getting paid less has some doctors in Connecticut taking drastic measures when it comes to taking on Medicare patients. Milk the Moment Mon, 19 Jul 2010 21:19:05 GMT A national campaign aims to bring families together at dinnertime for a meal that includes a cold glass of milk. Hospital cited for unsafe workplace Fri, 16 Jul 2010 20:10:37 GMT The U.S. Department of Labor says Danbury Hospital could face more than $6,000 in fines after being cited for failing to provide a safe work environment for employees. Taking part in Alzheimer's research Fri, 16 Jul 2010 11:12:39 GMT A lot of information about Alzheimer's has been released this week because there is a big conference in Hawaii. That information comes from studies, conducted by researchers, who spend years doing clinical trials. Boston Med features Guilford teen Fri, 16 Jul 2010 04:12:48 GMT The real life drama of a Guilford teen was just seen on the ABC show Boston Med. Victim of brutal attack gets help in CT Thu, 15 Jul 2010 23:49:04 GMT A Uganda woman's life was changed in a brutal attack and now she is getting help in Connecticut. Healthcare strikers want Rell involved Thu, 15 Jul 2010 21:54:18 GMT A group of striking health care workers took protesting one step further by demonstrating in front of the Governor's house in Hartford. Public may have been exposed to measles Wed, 14 Jul 2010 17:57:29 GMT The Conn. Department of Public Health says those who were on board the 1pm Cross Sound Ferry from New London to Orient Point, NY on July 7th may be at risk. SOAR your way into perfect posture Tue, 13 Jul 2010 21:01:26 GMT You may not know it, but that pain in your neck could be due to poor posture. SOAR, a generalized stretch and strengthening program, could help you stand up with perfect posture. Teen with CF waits for a transplant Tue, 13 Jul 2010 10:05:48 GMT Sixteen-year-olds should be getting ready to get their Learner's Permits not consulting with their doctor about treatments and therapies. But when you're a 16 and in need of a liver transplant, that's life. News 8 blood drive in Westbrook today Mon, 12 Jul 2010 11:28:23 GMT The Red Cross and News 8 are holding a blood drive today at the Westbrook Elks Lodge, and your help is needed. Signs of heat exhaustion Tue, 06 Jul 2010 10:14:06 GMT Here are some of the signs that you may be suffering from heat exhaustion or heat stroke, courtesy of the New Haven health Department. Eat healthy to boost fertility Fri, 02 Jul 2010 21:19:21 GMT Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is one of the leading causes of female infertility. A Westport clinic offers comprehensive treatment and they say a major component is healthy eating. Danbury, New Milford hospitals merge Thu, 01 Jul 2010 14:40:02 GMT Danbury and New Milford hospitals plan to merge. Diet busting guilty food pleasures Thu, 01 Jul 2010 10:45:48 GMT Every state has its food favorites. Sometimes they're healthy, sometimes they're not. The naughty ones may be more fun, but those high-calorie, high-fat foods can be a diet disaster. Factor safety into 4th of July fun Wed, 30 Jun 2010 22:15:51 GMT The 4th of July holiday weekend is the one of the busiest for law enforcement. They'll be out in full force to keep us safe and save lives. But they want us to do our part as well. Latest technique to correct A-fib Tue, 29 Jun 2010 21:21:53 GMT Atrial Fibrillation is a fairly common heart condition. St. Vincent's Medical Center in Bridgeport is the only hospital in the state perfecting the latest single technique to correct A-fib. Surgery alternative for chronic pain Mon, 28 Jun 2010 20:09:34 GMT Chronic pain affects millions of Americans. Now a non-surgical technique is available, offering another alternative to traditional pain management methods. Mosquitoes test positive for WNV Fri, 25 Jun 2010 20:51:07 GMT Connecticut is the first state in New England this year to report mosquitoes that tested positive for West Nile Virus. 'Chemo bead' therapy for liver cancer Wed, 23 Jun 2010 22:04:14 GMT A new chapter in the battle against cancer draws patients from around the country to Connecticut. They are coming to the Hospital of St. Raphael for a fairly new targeted therapy for liver cancer. Dispute over drug discount program Wed, 23 Jun 2010 18:38:39 GMT Connecticut Attorney General Richard Blumenthal says he has demanded documents from CVS Caremark in a dispute over what he says is the drug retailer's threat to end a consumer discount drug program in the state. Vitamin D may protect against influenza Tue, 22 Jun 2010 22:44:41 GMT We've all heard of certain benefits of taking vitamins, but researchers at Greenwich Hospital and Yale say taking Vitamin D could be what you need to protect yourself from viral respiratory infections including influenza. Keep your mind and memory active Mon, 21 Jun 2010 12:41:03 GMT We know there are genetic factors that may lead some people to get Alzheimer's disease, but otherwise it just picks people. There are things people can do to prevent the memory robbing disease from affecting them. HIV/AIDS testing begins soon in CT Fri, 18 Jun 2010 23:52:36 GMT Finding out you have HIV or AIDS early on could make a difference in leading a long life. Cord blood may save Yale hockey player Thu, 17 Jun 2010 22:45:05 GMT Cord blood could be the miracle that might save the life of a Yale hockey player who has been battling cancer. Help in dealing with domestic violence Tue, 15 Jun 2010 21:14:42 GMT So far this year there have been 12 deaths in Connecticut linked to domestic violence. Experts say education and empowerment go a long way to saving a life. |
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