CLEVELAND – We hear it all the time – kids today aren’t getting enough exercise. Now, a recent study said the age in which physical activity drops off for most kids is younger than experts originally thought. The study looked at data on 600 children between the ages of 6-11. Experts previously thought most children became … Read More
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Study: People Treated on Stroke Ambulance Recover Better
CLEVELAND – About two million brain cells die each minute during a stroke, which is why quick treatment is critical when a stroke is suspected. Now, new research shows when a high-tech stroke ambulance, known as a mobile stroke unit, arrives on the scene, stroke victims are diagnosed and treated faster. Andrew Russman, D.O., Medical Director … 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
Take Care of Yourself While Caring for Baby
CLEVELAND – When a new baby comes home, the caring, the worrying, and the sleepless nights can make it easy for new moms to put their own health on the back burner. Adjusting to a new life and responsibilities can seem very overwhelming – especially for first time moms. “It’s very easy for a lot of … Read More
What Every Woman Needs to Know About Breast Cancer Screenings
CLEVELAND – A mammogram is a life-saving tool that uses special x-ray images to detect growths or changes in breast tissue. According to Nidhi Sharma, M.D., a breast radiologist at Cleveland Clinic, all women should at least begin talking about mammograms with their doctor by age 30. “It is so important for all women to go … Read More
Uptick in Youth Suicides Linked to TV Show
CLEVELAND – Sadly, thousands of teenagers commit suicide each year in the U.S. Now new research shows the release of the television series ‘13 Reasons Why’ – which depicts the struggles and suicide of a fictional teenage girl – was associated with a 28.9 percent increase in youth suicide rates in the month following the show’s … Read More
FDA Aims to Ensure Sunscreens are Safe and Effective
CLEVELAND – Proper sunscreen application is vital to protecting our skin from sun damage and skin cancer. But, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the essential requirements for over-the-counter sunscreen products have not been updated in decades. Now, the organization has proposed a new set of regulations to ensure that what we’re putting … Read More
Breast Cancer Risk Higher After Childbirth
CLEVELAND – Having a baby has been associated with a slightly protective effect against breast cancer. However, a recent study is showing this benefit may take as long as 20 years to kick in. The study looked at data from 15 previous studies on women under the age of 55. Researchers found that in comparison with … Read More
Study: Healthy Living Outweighs Genetics for Stroke Risk
CLEVELAND – Many of us know whether or not we have a genetic risk for suffering a stroke. But a recent study looks to uncover what matters more when it comes stroke risk – our genes, or our lifestyle habits. The study looked at 306,473 adults between the ages of 40-73. Researchers found that those with … Read More
Nearly Half of Young Women are Behind on Life-Saving Screening
CLEVELAND – May is Women’s Health Month. A recent study shows a disturbing trend when it comes to screening for one of the most preventable cancers in young women. Robert DeBernardo, M.D., of Cleveland Clinic did not take part in the research, but said it shows that when it comes to cervical cancer screening, women in … Read More