CLEVELAND – Back-to-school is a busy time for parents and children alike. But as schedules change and a new school year begins, Kimberly Giuliano, M.D., of Cleveland Clinic Children’s said it’s important to make sure everyone is prepared for a safe and healthy start to the school year. This includes talking to kids about what … Read More
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Don’t Let Rotten Food Spoil Your Summer Fun (PKG)
CLEVELAND – For those whose end of summer plans include a backyard bash or packing up the camper for a trip, putting food safety at the top of the ‘to-do’ list should be a priority. That’s because, according to Cleveland Clinic’s Baruch Fertel, M.D., bacteria such as salmonella and E. coli thrive in warm environments. … Read More
Frozen Treats with a Healthier Twist (PKG)
CLEVELAND – Cool treats are a great way to beat the heat – what’s not so great are the calories and artificial colors, flavors, and sweeteners that often come along with them. Kristin Kirkpatrick, R.D., of Cleveland Clinic, said if ice cream is a summertime vice – natural ingredients are best. “I would rather you … Read More
Electricity Helps Control Man’s Brain Tumor
CLEVELAND – July 17 is Glioblastoma Awareness Day. Glioblastoma is a rare, aggressive type of brain tumor. Once diagnosed, survival is typically measured in months, for many. But Jerry Bennett, 50, is beating the odds – with electricity. Bennett, who resides in Ottawa Lake, Michigan, was diagnosed with glioblastoma two years ago. What first began as … Read More
Enjoy a Festive Fourth with Safe Fireworks (PKG)
CLEVELAND – There’s no better time than the Fourth of July to enjoy a good fireworks display. Experts agree that the safest way to do so is to leave it to the professionals and attend a public display. However, if plans include a few backyard firecrackers, Cleveland Clinic’s Baruch Fertel, M.D., said first and foremost, … Read More
Novel Device ‘Green Lights’ Grandfather’s Lung Transplant
(Images are for media use. Right-click to download) CLEVELAND – More than one thousand people are waiting for a lung transplant in the United States. Dan Lynch, 71 of Erie, Pennsylvania, was one of them. Four years after being diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis – a disease that scars the lungs, and robs people of their … Read More
Ditch the Dreaded ‘Dad Bod’ (PKG)
CLEVELAND – Becoming a dad, especially for the first time, is a celebrated occasion. What’s not as celebrated is the ‘dad bod’ that can follow in the years to come. Cleveland Clinic’s Dan Allan, M.D., said weight gain, especially in the abdomen – is more than just a physique problem – it can lead to … Read More
Tremors Disappear after Grandfather’s Incision-Free Brain Surgery (Feature Story)
CLEVELAND – Essential tremor is one of the most common movement disorders in the world. Shaking, trembling hands are often a telltale sign of the condition. Medicine and surgery often help, but some people have trouble finding relief. That was the case for Bill Purcell, 75, of Ohio who suffered from tremors in his left … Read More
How Long will Cookout Leftovers Last? (PKG)
CLEVELAND – Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start of summer – and the start of cookout and barbeque season. But when we’re faced with a table full of leftovers when the guests go home, it can be tough to know what to keep and what to pitch. According to Lindsay Malone, RD, of Cleveland … Read More
New Mom Celebrates First Mother’s Day after Breast Cancer
CLEVELAND – Being a new mom is especially sweet for Brittany Rinella of Willowick, Ohio. Four years ago, breast cancer almost derailed her plans to start a family. “I was terrified; not only do I have to deal with this diagnosis at 26, but now I have to worry about possibly not having children, so … Read More