Pregnancy strokes on the rise
Rising rates of obesity and high blood pressure are suspected of putting thousands of new mothers at risk for a dangerous health problem: Strokes.
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Protecting kids from summer heat
In summer's searing heat, experts warn babies and children are often the first overcome by heat exhaustion.
Fast Food Calories
We know counting calories can work when reading labels at the grocery store, but what about in restaurants?
Study prompts rethink of cancer treatments
When Kelly Kellye found out he had prostate cancer even his doctors were surprised.
Gov't advisers: Cover birth control for free
WASHINGTON -- Millions of women may soon gain free access to a broad menu of birth control methods, thanks to a recommendation issued Tuesday by health experts advising the government.
New bionic knee a big step forward
The Veterans Administration has been working with a New York company to come up with better prosthetic devices. Replicating the motion and mechanics of a prosthetic leg is a particularly difficult challenge. A new bionic knee that uses a small computer to control have been in the works and could dramatically improve the quality of life for those who use it.
FDA: pelvic mesh for women riskier than thought
WASHINGTON -- Federal health officials say a product used in surgery to treat incontinence and other women's health problems causes far more complications than previously thought and is likely exposing patients to unnecessary risks.
Eating Out, Eating Healthy
Restaurant chains promise healthier options for kids. Brian Mooar reports.
Bones In Space
In addition to delivering spare parts and supplies to the International Space Station the Shuttle Atlantis has another, lesser known mission.
Preventing Swimmer's Ear
Swimmer's ear is a very common problem.
Waistlines Still Expanding
America's waistline continues to grow, especially in places where belts are tighter because of the economy.
Sunburn relief
Sunburns are the norm during these long, hot summer days.
Debate rages over cancer drug
There's a heated debate going on at the Food and Drug Administration this week.
Hearing may be end for breast cancer drug
WASHINGTON -- The best-selling cancer drug in the world comes under federal scrutiny once again this week, as drugmaker Roche makes a last-ditch effort to keep its drug Avastin approved for breast cancer, despite evidence that it is ineffective against the disease.
Tedy Bruschi shares story, meets fans at Expo
BOSTON -- Retired New England Patriot Tedy Bruschi was on hand at the 7NEWS/Partners HealthCare Health and Fitness Expo to share his story about the stroke he had in 2005.
Glen Davis meets fans at Health Expo
BOSTON -- Glenn “Big Baby” Davis thrilled fans at the 7NEWS/Partners HealthCare Health and Fitness Expo Saturday.
More than 65K attend Health & Fitness Expo
BOSTON -- Another 7NEWS/Partners HealthCare Health and Fitness Expo wrapped up Sunday at the Hynes Convention Center in Boston.
'Top Models' appear at Health Expo in Boston
BOSTON -- Stars from the CW hit show "America's Next Top Model” met fans at the 7NEWS/Partners HealthCare Health and Fitness Expo Saturday.
'Biggest Loser' winner appears at Expo
BOSTON -- One of this year's biggest attractions at the 7NEWS/Partners HealthCare Health and Fitness Expo used to be much bigger.
Thornton a big draw at Health Expo
BOSTON -- Boston Bruins player Shawn Thornton was a big draw at this year's 7NEWS/Partners HealthCare Health and Fitness Expo.