Government health officials are investigating several health problems reported with potentially contaminated medications made by a Tennessee specialty pharmacy.
Health officials are investigating cases involving patients who suffered complications after being injected with potentially contaminated medications made by a Tennessee specialty pharmacy.
The nation's record-low teen birth rate stems from robust declines in nearly every state, but most dramatically in several Mountain States and among Hispanics, according to a new government report.
The nation's record-low teen birth rate stems from robust declines in nearly every state, but most dramatically in several Mountain States and among Hispanics, according to a new government report.
Thursday, May 16 2013 8:55 AM EDT2013-05-16 12:55:44 GMT
May is High Blood Pressure Education Month, a perfect time to take steps to lower your blood pressure. State health officials say if Illinoisans reduced their sodium intake by 30 percent, it would prevent
May is High Blood Pressure Education Month, a perfect time to take steps to lower your blood pressure.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 8:48 PM EDT2013-05-16 00:48:52 GMT
Never mind spending hours in the gym! According to a study in The American College of Sports Medicine Health and Fitness Journal... 7 minutes of a particular high intensity workout is all it takes to transform
According to a study in The American College of Sports Medicine Health and Fitness Journal, seven minutes of a particular high intensity workout is all it takes to transform your body.
Weight gain in men and women is predicted by two different genetic variations -- so-called polymorphisms, according to a new study from the Netherlands.
Weight gain in men and women is predicted by two different genetic variations -- so-called polymorphisms, according to a new study from the Netherlands.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:15 AM EDT2013-05-15 09:15:14 GMT
Officials say reducing sodium consumption by 30 percent could prevent more than 100,000 cases of high blood pressure in Illinois and save $200 million in medical costs.
Officials say reducing sodium consumption by 30 percent could prevent more than 100,000 cases of high blood pressure in Illinois and save $200 million in medical costs.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 8:38 PM EDT2013-05-15 00:38:57 GMT
Some natural birthing methods focus on making the man's role a key part of those nine months; and just one reason why more Heartland moms are turning to this drug-free way to deliver. There's a lot of
Some natural birthing methods focus on making the man's role a key part of those nine months; and just one reason why more Heartland moms are turning to this drug-free way to deliver.
Saturday, May 25 2013 11:00 AM EDT2013-05-25 15:00:12 GMT
DALLAS (WFSS/CNN) – There's a new trend in the bar scene that involves your favorite hard liquor and dry ice. Breathing in the alcohol vapors gets you buzzed fast and some say you don't ingest any empty
There's a new trend in the bar scene that involves your favorite hard liquor and dry ice. But doctors say it's dangerous.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 8:15 PM EDT2013-05-15 00:15:24 GMT
Angelina Jolie says she lost her own mother to breast cancer and didn't want her own children to wonder when she would get the disease. Local health care advocates hope her message resonates with
Local health care advocates hope Angelina Jolie's message resonates with women everywhere and brings attention to the controversial procedure.
Angelina Jolie says that she has had a preventive double mastectomy after learning she carried a gene that made it extremely likely she would get breast cancer.
"I hope that other women can benefit from my experience," Angelina Jolie wrote in a powerful op-ed article Tuesday, explaining her decision to go public with having her breasts removed to avoid cancer.
Monday, May 13 2013 8:03 PM EDT2013-05-14 00:03:57 GMT
Imagine giving birth in your living room surrounded by your family and friends; no doctors, no drugs, no accident. In fact, more women in Southeast Missouri are turning to Missouri midwives to have that
Imagine giving birth in your living room surrounded by your family and friends; no doctors, no drugs, no accident. In fact, more women in Southeast Missouri are turning to Missouri midwives to have that experience.
Hay fever and similar allergies increase the frequency and severity of respiratory problems in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a new study shows.
Hay fever and similar allergies increase the frequency and severity of respiratory problems in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a new study shows.
Wednesday, May 8 2013 1:13 PM EDT2013-05-08 17:13:52 GMT
In honor of Oral Cancer Awareness Month, Ruopp & Ruopp DDS PC will offer free oral cancer screenings on May 16, 2013. About 42,000 people will be diagnosed with oral cancer every year in the US. It kills
In honor of Oral Cancer Awareness Month, Ruopp & Ruopp DDS PC will offer free oral cancer screenings on May 16, 2013. About 42,000 people will be diagnosed with oral cancer every year in the US. It kills
Wednesday, May 8 2013 10:56 AM EDT2013-05-08 14:56:53 GMT
Caffeine is being added to foods more and more these days. But the caffeine craze is worrying the FDA, which is now looking into regulating America's favorite drug.
Caffeine is being added to foods more and more these days. But the caffeine craze is worrying the FDA, which is now looking into regulating America's favorite drug.
Tuesday, May 7 2013 6:00 PM EDT2013-05-07 22:00:18 GMT
How can you unravel the knots of stress? Doctors say it's at the root of so many patients' problems, some are changing the way they approach treatment. Meanwhile people say they're learning new ways to
How can you unravel the knots of stress? Doctors say it's at the root of so many patients' problems, some are changing the way they approach treatment.
Tuesday, May 7 2013 2:01 PM EDT2013-05-07 18:01:51 GMT
(RNN) – The first thing most people with sinus infections want to do is go to the doctor to get a shot, but that may not be the best option. In the long run, it could make matters worse. The Infectious
Part of battling seasonal allergies includes understanding what they are and what causes them, which means a quick hit of antibiotics is rarely the right answer.
Pimples have long been the bane of teenage existence, but pediatricians say there is now enough evidence on effective treatments to put out the first guidelines on battling acne in children.
Pimples have long been the bane of teenage existence, but pediatricians say there is now enough evidence on effective treatments to put out the first guidelines on battling acne in children.
Parents who want to protect their infants from developing allergies should try a simple approach: Just pop their pacifiers into their own mouths before giving them back to their babies.
parents who want to protect their infants from developing allergies should try a simple approach to introducing their children to the wide world of microbes: Just pop their pacifiers into their own mouths before giving them back to their babies.
Lipsticks and lip glosses apparently give you more than colorful kissers, according to a new study by California scientists that contends the products contain toxic metals.
Lipsticks and lip glosses apparently give you more than colorful kissers, according to a new study by California scientists that contends the products contain lead, cadmium, chromium, aluminum and five other toxic metals.
Wednesday, May 1 2013 8:21 PM EDT2013-05-02 00:21:47 GMT
(RNN) - The Justice Department will appeal a judge's decision to make the morning-after pill available to all ages.On Tuesday, the Food and Drug Administration announced the pill would be available to
The Justice Department is appealing a decision by a federal judge to make the morning-after pill available to women, regardless of age.
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Tuesday, May 14 2013 8:38 PM EDT2013-05-15 00:38:57 GMT
Some natural birthing methods focus on making the man's role a key part of those nine months; and just one reason why more Heartland moms are turning to this drug-free way to deliver. There's a lot of
Some natural birthing methods focus on making the man's role a key part of those nine months; and just one reason why more Heartland moms are turning to this drug-free way to deliver.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 8:15 PM EDT2013-05-15 00:15:24 GMT
Angelina Jolie says she lost her own mother to breast cancer and didn't want her own children to wonder when she would get the disease. Local health care advocates hope her message resonates with
Local health care advocates hope Angelina Jolie's message resonates with women everywhere and brings attention to the controversial procedure.
Monday, May 13 2013 8:03 PM EDT2013-05-14 00:03:57 GMT
Imagine giving birth in your living room surrounded by your family and friends; no doctors, no drugs, no accident. In fact, more women in Southeast Missouri are turning to Missouri midwives to have that
Imagine giving birth in your living room surrounded by your family and friends; no doctors, no drugs, no accident. In fact, more women in Southeast Missouri are turning to Missouri midwives to have that experience.
Monday, March 18 2013 12:57 PM EDT2013-03-18 16:57:12 GMT
Volunteers, teams and sponsors are encouraged to participate in the upcoming Relay For Life of Massac County. From organizing teams, to entertainment planning, to fundraising, there are countless ways
Volunteers, teams and sponsors are encouraged to participate in the upcoming Relay For Life of Massac County.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say more than 80 percent of norovirus outbreaks occur from November to April. The norovirus causes vomiting and diarrhea and is very contagious.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say more than 80 percent of norovirus outbreaks occur from November to April. The norovirus causes vomiting and diarrhea and is very contagious.
The American Red Cross says the severe winter weather last week forced the cancellation of around 20 American Red Cross blood drives, resulting in a shortfall of more than 1,200 blood and platelet donations through the region.
Wednesday, October 12 2011 9:29 AM EDT2011-10-12 13:29:47 GMT
We've shared Judy Settle's journey as she's battled breast cancer. She is now finished with treatment and ready to move on to the next chapter in her life.
Monday, September 12 2011 8:39 AM EDT2011-09-12 12:39:54 GMT
We've been sharing Judy Settle's story for six months now. The Jackson, Mo. woman is undergoing treatment for breast cancer. In September, she moves into a new phase of her treatment and welcomes back something she'd lost!
Tuesday, July 12 2011 12:12 PM EDT2011-07-12 16:12:45 GMT
Heartland News has followed Judy Settle for four months now on her journey through treatment for breast cancer. This month brings a happy ending as well as a loss for Judy.
We first introduced you to Judy Settle of Jackson in April. She was diagnosed with breast cancer earlier this year and has agreed to let us follow her on her journey of treatment.
April 12, 2011 06:49 AM CDT2011-07-12 11:20:00 GMT
We do Buddycheck 12 reports every month on Heartland News to remind women about the importance of early breast cancer detection and to provide support and information for those battling with cancer. For the next several months, Judy Settle is going to help us do that.
Monday, March 14 2011 11:45 AM EDT2011-03-14 15:45:54 GMT
Of course no one wants to battle cancer. But for those who fight the disease, Southeast Health is making it easier to get much needed treatment with their new Southeast Cancer Center.
Tuesday, October 12 2010 11:25 AM EDT2010-10-12 15:25:26 GMT
1 in 8. That's how many women will hear the words, "You have breast cancer." To honor and fight that number, On October 30th, a pink moon will rise in Jackson.
Kids who eat fast food at least twice a week are 50 percent less likely to use calorie and nutritional information than kids who eat fast food less often.
Kids who eat fast food at least twice a week are 50 percent less likely to use calorie and nutritional information than kids who eat fast food less often.
Over the last decade, the number of American children who die each year awaiting an organ donation dropped by more than half, new research reveals. And increasing numbers of children are receiving donor organs.
Over the last decade, the number of American children who die each year awaiting an organ donation dropped by more than half, new research reveals. And increasing numbers of children are receiving donor organs.
The monstrous tornado that devastated Moore, Okla., on Monday, killing dozens of adults and children, is a stunning example of violent weather that can affect a child's mental well-being.
The monstrous tornado that devastated Moore, Okla., on Monday, killing dozens of adults and children, is a stunning example of violent weather that can affect a child's mental well-being.
Urban elementary school children with poorly controlled asthma are likely to experience sleep problems and suffer academically, new research indicates.
Urban elementary school children with poorly controlled asthma are likely to experience sleep problems and suffer academically, new research indicates.
A child whose mother lived near heavy traffic while pregnant faces a relatively higher risk for developing a respiratory infection before the age of 3, a new study suggests.
A child whose mother lived near heavy traffic while pregnant faces a relatively higher risk for developing a respiratory infection before the age of 3, a new study suggests.
Boys who are diagnosed with attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are twice as likely to become obese adults as those who didn't have the disorder when they were young, a new 30-year study shows.
Boys who are diagnosed with attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are twice as likely to become obese adults as those who didn't have the disorder when they were young, a new 30-year study shows.
As the American Psychiatric Association unveils the latest edition of what is considered the "bible" of modern psychiatry this weekend, the uproar over its many changes continues.
As the American Psychiatric Association unveils the latest edition of what is considered the "bible" of modern psychiatry this weekend, the uproar over its many changes continues.
Kids who eat fast food at least twice a week are 50 percent less likely to use calorie and nutritional information than kids who eat fast food less often.
Kids who eat fast food at least twice a week are 50 percent less likely to use calorie and nutritional information than kids who eat fast food less often.
The American Cancer Society, which is celebrating on Wednesday a century of fighting a disease once viewed as a death sentence, is making a pledge to put itself out of business.
The American Cancer Society, which is celebrating on Wednesday a century of fighting a disease once viewed as a death sentence, is making a pledge to put itself out of business.
In the aftermath of this week's deadly tornado, many people in Oklahoma are not only struggling to care for children and relatives, but also their pets.
In the aftermath of this week's deadly tornado, many people in Oklahoma are not only struggling to care for children and relatives, but also their pets.
Over the last decade, the number of American children who die each year awaiting an organ donation dropped by more than half, new research reveals. And increasing numbers of children are receiving donor organs.
Over the last decade, the number of American children who die each year awaiting an organ donation dropped by more than half, new research reveals. And increasing numbers of children are receiving donor organs.
The overall health of Americans isn't improving much, with about six in 10 people either overweight or obese and large numbers engaging in unhealthy behaviors like smoking, heavy drinking or not exercising.
The overall health of Americans isn't improving much, with about six in 10 people either overweight or obese and large numbers engaging in unhealthy behaviors like smoking, heavy drinking or not exercising.
The monstrous tornado that devastated Moore, Okla., on Monday, killing dozens of adults and children, is a stunning example of violent weather that can affect a child's mental well-being.
The monstrous tornado that devastated Moore, Okla., on Monday, killing dozens of adults and children, is a stunning example of violent weather that can affect a child's mental well-being.
Urban elementary school children with poorly controlled asthma are likely to experience sleep problems and suffer academically, new research indicates.
Urban elementary school children with poorly controlled asthma are likely to experience sleep problems and suffer academically, new research indicates.
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The overall health of Americans isn't improving much, with about six in 10 people either overweight or obese and large numbers engaging in unhealthy behaviors like smoking, heavy drinking or not exercising.
The overall health of Americans isn't improving much, with about six in 10 people either overweight or obese and large numbers engaging in unhealthy behaviors like smoking, heavy drinking or not exercising.
Although spring arrived late this year in parts of the United States, the summer allergy season will still be strong, according to a sinus expert at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Although spring arrived late this year in parts of the United States, the summer allergy season will still be strong, according to a sinus expert at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Did you know that Southeast Missouri Hospital conducts a wealth of programs and events that you can participate in? Many of which are free! Exercise classes, screenings, support groups and much more are available...Click here for details.
