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Dangerous Lip Gloss Reaction
Gladys Wilkie works at a jewelry store in Paris, Texas and for a moment this summer she thought it was the place she was going to die.
China milk scandal claims victim outside mainland
A Hong Kong toddler has developed a kidney stone after drinking Chinese milk -- the first reported victim outside the mainland affected by a widening scandal over a toxic chemical found in baby formula and other Chinese dairy products.
Puppy Prozac?
Anxious, irritable, shortness of breath, having trouble sleeping? If this sounds like a prescription drug commercial, you're not far off.
Air Quality Forecast
Get your area's latest air quality and pollution forecast, plus a look at the current levels being recorded in cities around the country.
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The Treadmill...Desk?
Fitness is being taken to a whole new level in Baltimore. Doctors have found a way of staying in shape while doing "desk work." This state of the art invention resembles that of a treadmill, but is more like a treadmill "work station."
Fitness is being taken to a whole new level in Baltimore. Doctors have found a way of staying in shape while doing "desk work." This state of the art invention resembles that of a treadmill, but is more like a treadmill "work station."
Toxic Chemicals in Your Home? Find Out Why You Should be Concerned
NBC takes a close look at toxins within the home that we should be aware of. Plus, we take an insider look at how Americans compare to Europeans in terms of health standards.
NBC takes a close look at toxins within the home that we should be aware of. Plus, we take an insider look at how Americans compare to Europeans in terms of health standards.
New Study Released Regarding Children with Asthma
A new study shows that children who tend to wheeze during respiratory illnesses face a higher risk of developing asthma later in childhood. Using molecular techniques, researchers at the University of Wisconsin were able to detect Rhinovirus, the most common cause of colds, as the biggest culprit.
A new study shows that children who tend to wheeze during respiratory illnesses face a higher risk of developing asthma later in childhood. Using molecular techniques, researchers at the University of Wisconsin were able to detect Rhinovirus, the most common cause of colds, as the biggest culprit.
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Why Soybeans Have a Direct Impact on the EconomyWhat does Nebraska's soybean crop have to do with the state of the nation's economy? One NBC reporter talked to some farmers to find out.
California Requires Menus to Include Calorie Count
Over the past ten years, Californians have gained a whopping 360-million pounds. As a result, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger took action on Tuesday, that he says will help reverse the obesity problem in the state.
Over the past ten years, Californians have gained a whopping 360-million pounds. As a result, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger took action on Tuesday, that he says will help reverse the obesity problem in the state.
Fat dolphins going on a diet at Japan aquarium
Dolphins at a Japanese marine park are going on a low fat diet after developing pot bellies and failing to look sharp in their aquatic performances.
Dolphins at a Japanese marine park are going on a low fat diet after developing pot bellies and failing to look sharp in their aquatic performances.
FDA cracks down on eye wash and skin cream
Federal officials on Tuesday launched a crackdown against several companies that market an eye wash and a widely used skin cream without government approval, saying these prescription medications could pose risks.
Federal officials on Tuesday launched a crackdown against several companies that market an eye wash and a widely used skin cream without government approval, saying these prescription medications could pose risks.
Mosquito outbreak in GalvestonGalveston County Mosquito Control Director John Marshall reports that spray trucks treated the East End of Galveston Island on Thursday evening and that Dickinson and North Texas City will be sprayed Friday evening.
Taurine Ban
Red Bull has been in the news with some parents concerned over its caffeine content. But there's another ingredient that is raising concern that has caused several countries to ban the drink.
Red Bull has been in the news with some parents concerned over its caffeine content. But there's another ingredient that is raising concern that has caused several countries to ban the drink.
FDA Outs Potential Problem Drugs
In an effort to improve communication with doctors and patients on prescription drug safety, the government Friday began posting a list of medications under investigation for potential problems.
In an effort to improve communication with doctors and patients on prescription drug safety, the government Friday began posting a list of medications under investigation for potential problems.
How to Protect your Child from Sun Exposure
Every worrying parent knows that sun damage on a child's skin can have lasting effects later on in life. So one Connecticut daycare is taking measures to keep the children safe when they are playing outside.
Every worrying parent knows that sun damage on a child's skin can have lasting effects later on in life. So one Connecticut daycare is taking measures to keep the children safe when they are playing outside.
Canada Meat RecallNationwide Listeriosis outbreak has been linked to products by Maple Leaf Foods. This weekend the company undertook the biggest recall in its 100-year history
Is your tongue the new computer control pad?
The tireless tongue already controls taste and speech, helps kiss and swallow and fights germs. Now scientists hope to add one more ability to the mouthy muscle, and turn it into a computer control pad.
The tireless tongue already controls taste and speech, helps kiss and swallow and fights germs. Now scientists hope to add one more ability to the mouthy muscle, and turn it into a computer control pad.
Peapod Food Calculator
For the thousands of Americans with food allergies and medical conditions that are directly impacted by their diet, grocery shopping can be a dangerous situation if you buy the wrong foods.
For the thousands of Americans with food allergies and medical conditions that are directly impacted by their diet, grocery shopping can be a dangerous situation if you buy the wrong foods.
Obesity Facing China
For some, China's booming economy has led to increased wealth and higher living standards. But as their pockets have gotten fatter, so have their children.
For some, China's booming economy has led to increased wealth and higher living standards. But as their pockets have gotten fatter, so have their children.
University Presidents Want to Lower the Drinking AgeThe presidents of some major university believe the legal drinking age simply doesn't work and they're now helping to spark a national debate on changing the law.
Smoothie Wars
A blending of old school burgers, taco, and fries with a healthy alternative is now on the Jack In the Box menu. Jack in the Box is enjoying a surge of summer sales as fast food restaurants react to changing tastes.
A blending of old school burgers, taco, and fries with a healthy alternative is now on the Jack In the Box menu. Jack in the Box is enjoying a surge of summer sales as fast food restaurants react to changing tastes.
Why Indoor Air Quality Should be a Concern
A new study released showed that more concern should be given to indoor air pollution than outdoor pollution. Canadian researchers found that indoor air pollution can be potentially more unhealthy than outdoor pollution because of the exposure to indoor chemical and biological containment.
A new study released showed that more concern should be given to indoor air pollution than outdoor pollution. Canadian researchers found that indoor air pollution can be potentially more unhealthy than outdoor pollution because of the exposure to indoor chemical and biological containment.
Flooding Leads to Rising Potato Prices
While produce prices are way up compared to 2007, the price of potatoes are spiking up higher. Shoppers are discovering some of their favorite chips are becoming harder to find. Others are finding chips to be more expensive, with some brands increasing up to 25 percent per bag
While produce prices are way up compared to 2007, the price of potatoes are spiking up higher. Shoppers are discovering some of their favorite chips are becoming harder to find. Others are finding chips to be more expensive, with some brands increasing up to 25 percent per bag
Why Grilling can be Harmful to your HealthNothing says summertime like a backyard barbecue. But recently, medical experts are becoming concerned that grilling techniques may enhance cancer-causing chemicals if a person is not careful.
Doggy Rehab
This swim therapy helps to rebuild strength and regain range of motion, but this one's not for you. It's for your dog!
This swim therapy helps to rebuild strength and regain range of motion, but this one's not for you. It's for your dog!
Vampire Bats Suspected in Venezuela Deaths
At least 38 Warao Indians have died in remote villages in Venezuela, and medical experts suspect an outbreak of rabies spread by bites from vampire bats. Laboratory investigations have yet to confirm the cause, but the symptoms point to rabies.
At least 38 Warao Indians have died in remote villages in Venezuela, and medical experts suspect an outbreak of rabies spread by bites from vampire bats. Laboratory investigations have yet to confirm the cause, but the symptoms point to rabies.
UV Index Forecast
The UV Index provides a daily forecast of the expected intensity of ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. Some exposure to sunlight is enjoyable. However, too much sun can be dangerous.
The UV Index provides a daily forecast of the expected intensity of ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. Some exposure to sunlight is enjoyable. However, too much sun can be dangerous.
What is the Heat Index?The heat index is a measure of the contribution that high temperature and high humidity make in reducing the body's ability to cool itself.
UV Index Forecast
The UV Index provides a daily forecast of the expected intensity of ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. Some exposure to sunlight is enjoyable. However, too much sun can be dangerous.
The UV Index provides a daily forecast of the expected intensity of ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. Some exposure to sunlight is enjoyable. However, too much sun can be dangerous.
Impact of the UV Index
It can get downright hot during the month of August; along with increased heat, usually comes high UV indicies. The UV Index has a big impact on seasonal business.
It can get downright hot during the month of August; along with increased heat, usually comes high UV indicies. The UV Index has a big impact on seasonal business.
Smog Problems Continue in China
Todd Santos reports on the latest smog problems that China is facing just two weeks before hosting the 2008 Olympics. This is the third consecutive day that Beijing has had a blanket of smog blocking the view of the Olympic Stadium. Watch the report here:
Todd Santos reports on the latest smog problems that China is facing just two weeks before hosting the 2008 Olympics. This is the third consecutive day that Beijing has had a blanket of smog blocking the view of the Olympic Stadium. Watch the report here:
Children Burned by Playground EquipmentParents of children burned by hot playground equipment at a NYC park are asking for signs warning others of the dangerously hot surfaces. Temperatures on equipment in NYC reached 166 degrees during a recent heat wave.
The Risks of Exercise Dehydration
Dehydration can be an easy point to reach, especially if you're working or exercising out in the hot sun. But did you know that you could become dehydrated in as little as 30 minutes? Here are some tips for staying hydrated this summer.
Dehydration can be an easy point to reach, especially if you're working or exercising out in the hot sun. But did you know that you could become dehydrated in as little as 30 minutes? Here are some tips for staying hydrated this summer.
West Nile Virus Detected in VA
Health officials have confirmed several cases where mosquitoes in central Virginia have tested positive for the potentially fatal West Nile Virus. These are the first cases of the summer and serve as a reminder about the importance of taking precautions.
Health officials have confirmed several cases where mosquitoes in central Virginia have tested positive for the potentially fatal West Nile Virus. These are the first cases of the summer and serve as a reminder about the importance of taking precautions.
Summer Pet Safety
With the summer months in full swing, you may find yourself spending extra time outdoors walking your dog or leaving screened windows open for your cat to enjoy the breeze. However, the hot weather also means taking extra precautions for pets.
With the summer months in full swing, you may find yourself spending extra time outdoors walking your dog or leaving screened windows open for your cat to enjoy the breeze. However, the hot weather also means taking extra precautions for pets.
Skin Cancer Increasing for WomenStudies have found that the number of skin cancer cases reported over the years have increased dramatically, but only in women. They found that melanoma cases went up 50% among women, with rates going unchanged in men.
Is Bicycling the Fountain of Youth?
Science has shown that bicycling produces extraordinary health benefits. Research shows that cycling an hour a day can decrease mortality risk by 33%. Cycling for 30 minutes a day has the potential to reduce the risk of heart disease or stroke by as much as 35%. Even a mere 15 minute bike ride to and from work five times a week can burn up to 11 pounds of fat a year.
Science has shown that bicycling produces extraordinary health benefits. Research shows that cycling an hour a day can decrease mortality risk by 33%. Cycling for 30 minutes a day has the potential to reduce the risk of heart disease or stroke by as much as 35%. Even a mere 15 minute bike ride to and from work five times a week can burn up to 11 pounds of fat a year.
How to Get a Perfect Sunless Tan
As if prepping your body for the summer season isn't hard enough, how about getting the perfect tan? Here are five great tips for a creating the perfect streak-free summer glow:
As if prepping your body for the summer season isn't hard enough, how about getting the perfect tan? Here are five great tips for a creating the perfect streak-free summer glow:
Getting Kids to Eat Healthy in the Summer
If you're having a tough time getting your kids to eat right this summer you're not alone; when school lets out so do good eating habits for many children. However, with a little planning, one dietitian says you can keep your child's diet under control.
If you're having a tough time getting your kids to eat right this summer you're not alone; when school lets out so do good eating habits for many children. However, with a little planning, one dietitian says you can keep your child's diet under control.
Phoenix Ranked Country's Sweatiest CityIt may be a dry heat, but Phoenix, Arizona claimed its spot as the nation's No. 1 perspiration producer for the fifth time in the last seven years, according to data released by Old Spice Thursday. Click on the headline to read more, and comment on this story.
Record Flu Vaccine for '08 Season
Flu vaccine manufacturers expect to make a record number of doses for next flu season despite concerns that demand may drop because this year's vaccine was largely ineffective.
Flu vaccine manufacturers expect to make a record number of doses for next flu season despite concerns that demand may drop because this year's vaccine was largely ineffective.
Staying Safe in the Sun
According to the Centers for Disease Control. despite the fact that sun tanning and burning increase skin cancer risks, most Americans do not protect themselves from the sun's damaging rays.
According to the Centers for Disease Control. despite the fact that sun tanning and burning increase skin cancer risks, most Americans do not protect themselves from the sun's damaging rays.
Mold Spore Allergies
Several molds that grow both indoors and outdoors produce allergenic substances. There is no definite seasonal pattern to molds that grow indoors, but outdoor molds are seasonal, first appearing in early spring and thriving until the first frost.
Several molds that grow both indoors and outdoors produce allergenic substances. There is no definite seasonal pattern to molds that grow indoors, but outdoor molds are seasonal, first appearing in early spring and thriving until the first frost.
Tree Pollen AllergiesTrees are the earliest pollen producers, releasing their pollen as early as January in the Southern states and as late as May in the Northern states. Of the 50,000 different kinds of trees, less than 100 have been shown to cause allergies. Here are the most common.
Grass Pollen Allergies
Of the 1,200 species of grass that grow in North America, only a small percentage of these cause allergies. Here is a list of the most common grasses that cause allergies.
Of the 1,200 species of grass that grow in North America, only a small percentage of these cause allergies. Here is a list of the most common grasses that cause allergies.
Allergy Prevention
Itchy eyes have you crying over the mild weather? You probably have a seasonal allergy. Here are a few tips to help you with those pesky allergies.
Itchy eyes have you crying over the mild weather? You probably have a seasonal allergy. Here are a few tips to help you with those pesky allergies.
Understanding The Air Quality Index
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and local officials use the Air Quality Index (AQI) to provide you with simple information on local air quality.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and local officials use the Air Quality Index (AQI) to provide you with simple information on local air quality.