Friday, May 17 2013 6:28 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:28:40 GMT
Melanoma is considered the deadliest form of skin cancer. A veteran dermatologist says he used to see three to five melanomas a year. Now, he says, he sees that many in a week!
Melanoma is considered the deadliest form of skin cancer. A veteran dermatologist says he used to see three to five melanomas a year. Now, he says, he sees that many in a week!
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:00 PM EDT2013-05-17 03:00:47 GMT
A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows millions of American kids suffer from mental health problems. Experts believe as many as 20 percent of American children are affected.
A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows millions of American kids suffer from mental health problems. Experts believe as many as 20 percent of American children are affected.
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:02 AM EDT2013-05-16 04:02:20 GMT
Hundreds of American troops have lost a leg or arm in Afghanistan because of improvised explosive devices or homemade bombs.
Hundreds of American troops have lost a leg or arm in Afghanistan because of improvised explosive devices or homemade bombs. It was 29-year-old John Kremer's job to find those hidden bombs, and safely destroy them. That's what the Buford man was trying to do, when one of them exploded right under his feet.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 6:42 PM EDT2013-05-15 22:42:54 GMT
"You're fired!" Those are two words you never want to hear from anyone, especially your own doctor. But that can happen when patients and physicians don't see eye-to-eye.
"You're fired!" Those are two words you never want to hear from anyone, especially your own doctor. But that can happen when patients and physicians don't see eye-to-eye.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 7:48 AM EDT2013-05-14 11:48:46 GMT
There are more than 31 million Americans enrolled in Medicare Part D. And according to a recent survey, more than a third are worried about prescription drug costs.
There are more than 31 million Americans enrolled in Medicare Part D. And according to a recent survey, more than a third are worried about prescription drug costs.
Monday, May 13 2013 6:08 PM EDT2013-05-13 22:08:35 GMT
It was a risky delivery: a young mother who'd lost one baby at birth was delivering her second child by C-section.
It was a risky delivery: a young mother who'd lost one baby at birth was delivering her second child by C-section. She was surrounded by more than a dozen specialists and nurses. But this high stakes birth wasn't in a hospital operating room. It was at Zoo Atlanta.
Thursday, May 9 2013 11:41 PM EDT2013-05-10 03:41:00 GMT
Over the last year, Leighton Jordan has become the face of Georgia, competing in the Miss America pageant. But she's also been living a hidden life, battling an eating disorder for the last eight years.
Over the last year, Leighton Jordan has become the face of Georgia, competing in the Miss America pageant. But she's also been living a hidden life, battling an eating disorder for the last eight years.
Thursday, May 9 2013 7:20 AM EDT2013-05-09 11:20:17 GMT
A new survey shows about 40 percent of Americans, and half of all drivers, don't wear sunglasses. That may be risky in Atlanta since the city is ranked 15th among American cities with highest UV levels.
A new survey shows about 40 percent of Americans, and half of all drivers, don't wear sunglasses. That may be risky in Atlanta since the city is ranked 15th among American cities with highest UV levels.
Tuesday, May 7 2013 1:55 PM EDT2013-05-07 17:55:29 GMT
Summer will be here before you know it, and so will the scorching heat. But do you know which sunscreen is right for you this year?
Summer will be here before you know it, and so will the scorching heat. But do you know which sunscreen is right for you this year? The FOX Medical Team thinks now's great time for a little sunscreen 101, and we asked a skin care professional for some help.
Friday, May 3 2013 6:46 PM EDT2013-05-03 22:46:10 GMT
Scientists worldwide are closely watching an outbreak of a lethal bird flu in China, while in Atlanta, hundreds of patients at a local outpatient surgery center may have been exposed to contaminated surgical equipment.
In this week's health headlines: Scientists worldwide are closely watching an outbreak of a lethal bird flu in China, while in Atlanta, hundreds of patients at a local outpatient surgery center may have been exposed to contaminated surgical equipment.
Thursday, May 2 2013 11:09 PM EDT2013-05-03 03:09:18 GMT
Most couples pay big bucks to hire a professional photographer to capture the excitement of their wedding day. Now, growing number of couples are doing the same thing for their baby's birth.
Most couples pay big bucks to hire a professional photographer to capture the excitement of their wedding day. Now, growing number of couples are doing the same thing for their baby's birth.
Thursday, May 2 2013 7:37 AM EDT2013-05-02 11:37:54 GMT
Between all the sunburns, the breakouts, and the chlorine, summer can do a number on your skin. You can beat the heat, and one dermatologist says it starts by protecting your skin.
Between all the sunburns, the breakouts, and the chlorine, summer can do a number on your skin. You can beat the heat, and one dermatologist says it starts by protecting your skin.
Wednesday, May 1 2013 6:32 PM EDT2013-05-01 22:32:17 GMT
It's usually not a comfortable time for women, but the last weeks of pregnancy are critical for babies. Researchers say their brain grows by nearly a third in those final five weeks of gestation.
It's usually not a comfortable time for women, but the last weeks of pregnancy are critical for babies. Researchers say their brain grows by nearly a third in those final five weeks of gestation.
Tuesday, April 30 2013 7:35 AM EDT2013-04-30 11:35:53 GMT
When it comes to getting in shape, losing the weight is only half the battle. You still have to figure out how to tone and tighten up what's left behind, and the answer may be as simple as changing up your workout.
When it comes to getting in shape, losing the weight is only half the battle. You still have to figure out how to tone and tighten up what's left behind, and the answer may be as simple as changing up your workout.
Tuesday, April 16 2013 6:30 PM EDT2013-04-16 22:30:23 GMT
In the hours after the attack, Boston hospitals rallied to take care of the injured. Some of them were so badly injured a doctor says they came in as automatic amputees.
In the hours after the attack, Boston hospitals rallied to take care of the injured. Some of them were so badly injured a doctor says they came in as automatic amputees. FOX 5's Beth Galvin talked to a local surgeon about emergency situations.
Thursday, March 28 2013 8:22 AM EDT2013-03-28 12:22:31 GMT
Vampires are red-hot right now, and we're not just talking about star-crossed, blood-sucking young lovers in books and television shows. Across the country, women are undergoing a Vampire FaceLift.
Vampires are red-hot right now, and we're not just talking about star-crossed, blood-sucking young lovers in books and television shows. Across the country, women are undergoing a Vampire FaceLift.
Friday, March 22 2013 6:42 AM EDT2013-03-22 10:42:07 GMT
There are so many diet plan options out there that it's hard to know which ones work, and which ones don't.
There are so many diet plan options out there that it's hard to know which ones work, and which ones don't. A new study, funded in part by the National Institutes for Health, looked at three different ways to diet. The winner – Weight Watchers -- surprised even them.
