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Healthwatch: Skin cancer — fact vs. fictionIt’s the most common cancer in the U.S. but despite its prevalence, experts say there are many myths when it comes to skin cancer.
Doctors with Carilion provide the highest level of stroke care in Southwest VirginiaDoctors with Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital said they see more than 1,000 people each year who have suffered from strokes.
Healthwatch: Doctors weigh in on sleep aid products, and if they really workThere are all kinds of products that claim to help you sleep, like essential oils, sound machines and melatonin. But, do any of them actually work? Doctors weigh in.
Healthwatch: UVA Health introduces implantable heart defibrillatorA medical breakthrough out of UVA Health as a team performs the first-of-its kind implantable heart defibrillator in Virginia.
Healthwatch: Children facing test anxietyMillions of U.S. children are living with anxiety and this time in the school year — can be a bit overwhelming with tests, quizzes and exams.
Mental health issues are increasing in the Star City, according to expertsThe number of people needing mental health help has increased here in Roanoke, according to doctors with the Carilion Clinic.
Consumer Reports | Best sunscreens of 2024No matter what you’re doing outside, remember to wear sunscreen to protect yourself from sunburn and skin cancer.
Healthwatch: Knowing when to get help for your mental healthIt’s estimated that one in five U.S. adults live with a mental illness. But knowing the signs and getting a diagnosis opens up treatment options that can help manage symptoms.
Healthwatch: Warnings about ‘vampire facials’The CDC has issued a warning about a cosmetic procedure called a “vampire facial.”
First Lady of Virginia visits Roanoke to raise fentanyl awarenessThe First Lady of Virginia made a stop in the Star City on Thursday as part of her “It Only Takes One” fentanyl awareness campaign.
Shootings in public places may prompt need for mental health supportFrom a Waffle House to an apartment complex, shootings have been happening in public places in the region.
Healthwatch: Roanoke ranked among nation’s cleanest cities for ozone pollutionThe Roanoke metro area was ranked among the nation’s cleanest cities for the eighth consecutive year for ozone pollution, according to the American Lung Association’s 2024 “State of the Air” report, released Wednesday.
VDH: Pertussis cases found in Rockbridge and Montgomery countiesThere’s a community outbreak of pertussis cases in the region, according to the Virginia Department of Health.
‘Whatever plan you might have for your family, the Lord’s plan is better’: Mom shares her infertility journeyThis week marks infertility awareness week.
How to help your elderly loved ones age in placeFor many elderly people, choosing to age in place is critical to independence.
Doctors encourage BRCA testing as a preventive measure against breast cancerIt’s estimated that more than 42,000 people will die from breast cancer this year, according to the American Cancer Society.
Healthwatch: How to bypass counterfeit BotoxA warning from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration about dangerous counterfeit versions of Botox.
Healthwatch: How to lessen your exposure to forever chemicalsIt’s being called a “huge breakthrough” by environmentalists, helping to protect human health.
Healthwatch: What the color of your tongue could mean about your healthDid you know that keeping an eye on your tongue can help you detect potential health problems?
Healthwatch: Hidden cancer dangersIt’s often recognized as a smoker’s disease, but the CDC says up to 40,000 lung cancers each year are diagnosed in people who have never smoked.
Researchers discover one reason men have heart failureIn a new University of Virginia study, researchers discovered that when men lose their Y chromosomes in certain cells that can lead to scarring, which may lead to heart failure.
Healthwatch: Social barriers to breast cancer screeningCost and access to care are not the only barriers women face in getting lifesaving mammograms — that’s according to a new study by the CDC.
Healthwatch: Over-the-counter birth controlA different form of birth control is now available over the counter for women for the first time ever.
Eyes to the sky: Keeping your vision safe while eclipse watchingWatching the eclipse without proper eyewear could permanently damage your vision.
UVA Health, wildlife experts warn of possible bird flu ‘pandemic’Doctors at UVA and wildlife experts are warning about a possible pandemic due to the spread of bird flu.
Consumer Reports | The best ways to stay hydratedStaying hydrated is important for good health, and drinking water is a big part of that.
Healthwatch: Eye safety during the solar eclipseLooking at the eclipse without proper eyewear could damage your vision — it’s called retinopathy.
Food pantry opens in Carilion’s Cancer Center for patients in needA new community program is putting food on the plates of cancer patients.
Healthwatch: What to know for the 2024 tick seasonTick season usually peaks between May and July, and then again in the fall.
Healthwatch: Using AI to help caregivers of Alzheimer’s patientsUVA researchers have developed a new system that can help caregivers of Alzheimer’s patients.
Local doctor discusses bee sting care as warmer weather returnsWith bees out and about again for the spring, you can prepare for an increased risk of stings.
Health leaders urge people to get their vaccinationsHealth leaders said getting your vaccination is the most important thing people can do to stay ahead of sicknesses.
Consumer Reports | Can soda be good for you?Can soda ever be good for you? At the grocery store or gas station, you might notice claims on some cans and bottles that say the soft drink has wellness benefits such as easing stress, boosting immunity, and lifting energy.