Fitness Trackers: Accurate, More or Less?

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They’re hip and slick and promise to keep track of just about every move and every breath you take. But, do you get what you pay for?

Meniscus: Repair or Replace?

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It only takes one wrong step, twist or turn to tear the meniscus and end an athlete’s career. Find out if doctors feel it’s better to repair or replace.

ROP: Early Diagnosis to Avoid Blindness for Babies

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It’s a blinding eye disorder that affects as many as 16,000 preemies in the United States every year. See how a doctor in Oregon is pioneering ways to keep these babies from going blind.

Crohn’s Disease: Diagnosis Difficult, Treatment Worse?

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It affects 700,000 people in the United States and targets men and women equally. Discover fact from fiction when it comes to diagnosing Crohn’s disease.

The Diet Hop

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The Atkins diet, South Beach diet and Weight Watchers may seem like quick ways to shed some unwanted pounds. Next, we’ll show you some dangers you need to know when it comes to dieting.

Back in Control: Alternatives to Back Surgery

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There are at least a hundred million Americans who suffer from chronic pain every day. Many turn to surgery and pain meds, but a Seattle doctor explains his new approach to pain relief.

Healthy Heart, Healthy Brain

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What’s good for your heart is also good for your brain! There’s new evidence that suggests the activities keeping your heart healthy may also keep your brain young.

Learn to Save a Life in Five Minutes!

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There is now an innovative solution in performing CPR that is giving people the confidence and skills they need to save lives.

Hidden Heart Risks

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Heart disease is the number one killer in the United States. And, it isn’t just traditional risk factors that we need to worry about. Learn more about hidden heart risks.

Acupuncture Improves Cancer Treatment

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The American Cancer Society says acupuncture is a safe, effective way to relieve some of the most devastating side effects of traditional cancer treatment.

10 Things that Can Affect Sperm Count

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A new study shows men in western countries have lower sperm concentration than they did 40 years ago. Find out what’s to blame.

Ways to Prevent Sports Injuries in Kids

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Children suffer more than three million sport-related injuries every year. Now, there are simple steps for parents to help keep their kids safe on the field.

Sexism in Medical Treatment

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From heart failure to an irregular heartbeat, implantable heart devices can save lives. However, a recent study shows that women are 30 percent less likely to receive an implantable device. There are several reasons why.

Hip Replacement: Dos and Don’ts

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More than 300,000 people in the U.S. have hip replacement surgery each year, followed by weeks of recovery. This program covers some things experts say you can do to speed up the recovery afterwards.

A Peek inside Bailey’s Heart

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Learn how a doctor at Stanford University teamed up with tech gurus in Silicon Valley to harness virtual reality tools to develop a model of the heart that can help patients understand the normal heart, as well as congenital heart disease. It is a powerful tool that is now also being used to help train medical students.

Retinal Detachment: Early Warning Signs can Save Sight

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Every year, one in ten thousand Americans suffers a serious eye injury that requires immediate treatment. Learn more on retinal detachment and why you need to know the early warning signs.

Abdominal Aneurysms: Silent Killers

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There isn't a good test that can detect or predict an abdominal aneurysm and when one happens, it’s often fatal. This program covers some risk factors you need to look out for and investigates a new device that some doctors say could add years to your life.

Looking Inside your Liver

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Doctors will often order a biopsy to get to the bottom of a liver problem. However, the procedure is painful and inaccurate. Now, there's a new method, called an endoscopic ultrasound liver biopsy that is being called a game changer.

Measles Vaccine: Do you Need One?

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Although the CDC declared years ago that measles in the U.S. was eliminated, they are now finding that the number of reported cases is the highest it has been in a century. The disease is making a comeback because of pockets of unvaccinated individuals. The reasons for choosing not to vaccinate range from beliefs about harm, potential harm, to lack of access. This program outlines who should and shouldn’t get the vaccine.

ADHD School Focuses on Life Lessons

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Most of the 70 students at this unique school in Irvine, California have ADHD, autism, or anxiety issues. The school’s curriculum is based on extensive research from the NIH and the University of California. Find out how these kids are learning life lessons that will help them just as much as reading, writing, and arithmetic.