‘Miracle fruit’ may help cancer patients fight chemo-related weight loss
A small West African berry known as “miracle fruit” is gaining attention for its potential to help chemotherapy patients manage “chemo mouth,” a side effect that alters taste and can lead to poor nutrition and weight loss.
A small West African berry known as “miracle fruit” is gaining attention for its potential to help chemotherapy patients manage “chemo mouth,” a side effect that alters taste and can lead to poor nutrition and weight loss.
Healthy Living: Health benefits of ‘humor therapy’
You've probably heard the saying, "Laughter is the best medicine" — but is it actually true? Research is beginning to show that laughing can have positive effects on your health, especially for those who have chronic illnesses. Joining Studio 13 Live to discuss the science behind "humor therapy" is Dr. Scott Itano with Kaiser Permanente Northgate Medical Center.
You've probably heard the saying, "Laughter is the best medicine" — but is it actually true? Research is beginning to show that laughing can have positive effects on your health, especially for those who have chronic illnesses. Joining Studio 13 Live to discuss the science behind "humor therapy" is Dr. Scott Itano with Kaiser Permanente Northgate Medical Center.
Simple shot may reverse osteoarthritis in just weeks, researchers say
A Colorado-based research team has developed promising new therapies that could enable damaged joints to heal themselves.
A Colorado-based research team has developed promising new therapies that could enable damaged joints to heal themselves.
Cough drops and cough suppressants recalled nationwide recall: See the list
A Chinese drugmaker recalled multiple varieties of cough suppressants that were sold across the U.S. under several name brands, the Food and Drug Administration reported.
A Chinese drugmaker recalled multiple varieties of cough suppressants that were sold across the U.S. under several name brands, the Food and Drug Administration reported.
New drug significantly extends survival in advanced pancreatic cancer trial
Revolution Medicines reported positive results from a Phase 3 trial of its experimental drug daraxonrasib in patients with previously treated metastatic pancreatic cancer.
Revolution Medicines reported positive results from a Phase 3 trial of its experimental drug daraxonrasib in patients with previously treated metastatic pancreatic cancer.
Sadie Robertson speaks out about the moment her eight-month-old daughter choked and stopped breathing
"Duck Dynasty" star Sadie Robertson is opening up about a terrifying moment in which her 8-month-old choked and briefly stopped breathing.
"Duck Dynasty" star Sadie Robertson is opening up about a terrifying moment in which her 8-month-old choked and briefly stopped breathing.
Possible measles exposure reported in Bellevue, Seattle and light rail
Health officials are warning of possible measles exposure in Bellevue and northeast Seattle. Public Health says anyone who visited several locations on specific dates should watch for symptoms through April 26.
Health officials are warning of possible measles exposure in Bellevue and northeast Seattle. Public Health says anyone who visited several locations on specific dates should watch for symptoms through April 26.
What is Hib? Doctors sound alarm on deadly bacterial disease
Doctors are sounding the alarm on the potential comeback of a deadly bacterial disease that mostly affects babies and young children.
Doctors are sounding the alarm on the potential comeback of a deadly bacterial disease that mostly affects babies and young children.
Baby with measles possibly exposed others on Seattle public transit
A baby recently diagnosed with measles may have exposed others to the virus in Bellevue, northeast Seattle, and on public transit, health officials say.
A baby recently diagnosed with measles may have exposed others to the virus in Bellevue, northeast Seattle, and on public transit, health officials say.
Free health clinic returns to Seattle Center this month
Thousands of people will have the opportunity to receive free dental, vision, and medical care in Seattle later this month.
Thousands of people will have the opportunity to receive free dental, vision, and medical care in Seattle later this month.
Common vaccine slashes Alzheimer's disease risk when dose is increased
A new, stronger flu shot could slash Alzheimer’s risk in half, according to new data.
A new, stronger flu shot could slash Alzheimer’s risk in half, according to new data.
Health alert issued for mislabeled beef and pork products
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Services (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for several raw beef and pork products after inspectors discovered they contained sesame that was not listed on the label. Sesame is a federally recognized allergen.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Services (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for several raw beef and pork products after inspectors discovered they contained sesame that was not listed on the label. Sesame is a federally recognized allergen.
Seattle, King County begin cracking down on illegal food vendors
Unpermitted food stands are accused of putting your health in jeopardy. Now, Seattle looks to enforce the rules.
Unpermitted food stands are accused of putting your health in jeopardy. Now, Seattle looks to enforce the rules.
1-year-old son of legendary blind USC long snapper Jake Olson rings bell after cancer battle
A resilient family is turning a personal fight into a mission to raise awareness about retinoblastoma, a rare childhood eye cancer.
A resilient family is turning a personal fight into a mission to raise awareness about retinoblastoma, a rare childhood eye cancer.
High-protein diet may help fight cholera, study finds
A UC Riverside study finds high-protein diets, especially casein and wheat gluten, can significantly reduce cholera infection in the gut.
A UC Riverside study finds high-protein diets, especially casein and wheat gluten, can significantly reduce cholera infection in the gut.
Unexplained shoulder pain could signal dangerous health condition, doctor warns
While shoulder pain is often the result of rotator cuff problems, injuries, arthritis, nerve problems, or other orthopedic and muscular issues, it can also signal a dangerous health condition.
While shoulder pain is often the result of rotator cuff problems, injuries, arthritis, nerve problems, or other orthopedic and muscular issues, it can also signal a dangerous health condition.
Abortion pill by mail allowed to continue as judge rejects bid
A federal judge declined to block the nationwide mailing of the abortion pill mifepristone, allowing current FDA rules to remain in place.
A federal judge declined to block the nationwide mailing of the abortion pill mifepristone, allowing current FDA rules to remain in place.
Trump plans another round of tariffs
President Trump is preparing new tariffs on steel and aluminum. Here's what that means.
President Trump is preparing new tariffs on steel and aluminum. Here's what that means.
Walmart Great Value Dino Nuggets lead warning retracted by USDA
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has pulled its public health alert about bags of dinosaur-shaped nuggets sold in Walmart stores.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has pulled its public health alert about bags of dinosaur-shaped nuggets sold in Walmart stores.
FDA warns 2 supplements sold at gas stations pose serious health risks
A new alert from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warns that consumers should avoid two supplement brands that could pose serious health problems.
A new alert from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warns that consumers should avoid two supplement brands that could pose serious health problems.