CLEVELAND – More than 10,000 people are waiting for a lifesaving liver transplant. The liver is one of the only organs that can be donated from a living person, and now, a new technique is making it easier than ever before to give the gift of life. Nikko Velazquez, 29, watched helplessly as his girlfriend’s … Read More
Daily Health Stories
Coping with Adult Sibling Rivalry
CLEVELAND – When we hear about ‘sibling rivalry’ – we often think of brothers pushing each other down on the playground. But the tribulations of our youth can sometimes follow us into adulthood – and the holidays. Scott Bea, PsyD, of Cleveland Clinic said conflicts are often developed when children suspect a parent is playing favorites, … Read More
Seasonal Safety: Avoid Holiday Decorating Pitfalls
CLEVELAND – When it comes to getting into the holiday spirit, nothing compares to the fun of hanging up holiday decorations. But, according to Tom Waters, M.D., of Cleveland Clinic, before dragging out the lights and ladders, be sure to check the forecast. “Once it gets cold and icy, and rainy, and windy, that’s not … Read More
Quitting Smoking Benefits People with Heart Problems
CLEVELAND – November 21 is the Great American Smokeout. Often times, people who have suffered a major heart-related problem think it’s too late to quit smoking– that it won’t make a difference. But, a recent study shows it’s never too late to quit. The study looked at data on 4,673 patients who had heart-related events, like … Read More
Virus or Bacteria: What’s Making My Child Sick?
CLEVELAND – When it comes to trying to figure out whether your child has a virus or a bacterial infection, it can be really tough. According to Frank Esper, M.D., of Cleveland Clinic Children’s, sometimes the symptoms seem the same, but they’re treated differently. “There is a big difference between the two – for the … Read More
Study: Teens Who Don’t Date May Fare Better
CLEVELAND – Teens who don’t date in high school are not any worse off than teens who date – according to a recent study. In fact, they may actually fare somewhat better when it comes to their emotional state. The study looked at 594 tenth graders. The teens were divided into groups – based on their … Read More
Dog Owners Fare Better after Heart Attack, Study Says
CLEVELAND – After suffering a heart-related event– a dog really is man’s best friend, according to a recent study. The study looked at 181,696 people between the ages of 40-85, who had previously suffered a heart attack or stroke. They looked at the association of dog ownership with other cardiovascular events – such as repeat heart … Read More
Woman no longer type 1 diabetic after kidney-pancreas transplant
CLEVELAND – For Alana Burns, 44, type 1 diabetes was part of her daily routine. The Las Vegas resident was accustomed to frequent self-administered blood tests and a constant use of an insulin pump attached to her right side. However, in the fall of 2018, her condition worsened, and her physicians began discussing the need … Read More
Study: Flavored Products Increase Likelihood of Future Tobacco Use
CLEVELAND – According to the U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), e-cigarettes or ‘vaping’ products have now contributed to more than 2,000 cases of lung injury in the U.S. And as flavored tobacco products continue to make headlines, a recent study looks into what happens when teens and young adults try them. “They saw … Read More
Healthy Choices Can Reduce Diabetes Risk by 75%, Study Says
CLEVELAND – November 14 is World Diabetes Day. While diabetes is a growing world-wide epidemic, a recent study shows choosing healthy habits can make a difference in the long run. Researchers analyzed data from 14 studies which included about one million people. “What they found was that people who had the healthiest lifestyle, had a 75 … Read More