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05/01/2012 11:30 AM
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Searching for a medical miracle
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From the famous French village of Lourdes to spiritual healers, Amanda Enayati details the search for miracles in the face of illness.
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04/06/2012 01:08 PM
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Is there a bias against creativity?
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Creativity has taken center stage in recent years, with a slew of books, articles and TED talks extolling the virtues of imagination and exhorting young and old to go out and exercise their creative muscle.
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05/16/2012 02:31 PM
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Photos: 'Lucky 7' train in Hawaii
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The 2012 Fit Nation Tri Challenge Team is made up of seven CNN viewers selected to train for the Nautica Malibu Triathlon with Dr. Sanjay Gupta in September. For updates, visit the Fit Nation page, follow the team on Twitter, or like our page on Facebook.
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05/16/2012 01:50 PM
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Choosing the right sunscreen
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Reporter Edgar Treiguts tells us what to look for and avoid when we're buying sunscreen.
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05/15/2012 06:09 PM
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Tips for good dental health
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We all know that good oral care can lead to a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. Reporter Joe Carter has some tips.
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05/14/2012 09:17 AM
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Sippy cups, binkies could be dangerous
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A new study finds that sippy cups, binkies and bottles can injure children if they fall while using them.
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05/10/2012 10:57 AM
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Challenges of college with autism
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Reporter Susan Hendricks looks at the challenges of going to college when you have autism spectrum disorder.
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05/09/2012 03:12 PM
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Cancers caused by infections
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When we think of what causes cancer, what often comes to mind is tobacco smoke, having a family history of the disease.
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05/08/2012 07:26 AM
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Nuts: Portion control is key
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Nuts pack a powerful punch as a snack, but portion control is key. Susan Hendricks has more in today's Health Minute.
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05/07/2012 10:45 AM
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Mosquito season is back
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Mosquito season is back and West Nile is already showing up.
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05/03/2012 10:52 AM
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Heart-healthy neighborhoods
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Susan Hendricks tells us about a study that finds that living in neighborhoods that promote health is good for the heart
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05/03/2012 07:11 AM
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Could you handle 'screen-free' week?
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Barbara Hall reports on a time for kids to turn off their TV, computer and other screens and do more productive things.
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05/01/2012 11:51 AM
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Offices are getting active
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Susan Hendricks reports on a new trend that's bringing wellness experts to the office.
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04/27/2012 10:10 AM
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DEA's drug take-back day
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Susan Hendricks explains the importance of the DEA's drug take-back day at locations nationwide.
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04/25/2012 02:12 PM
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Botox and headache relief
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Reporter Barbara Hall tells us that Botox may not be as effective for headache treatment as once thought.
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04/24/2012 07:20 AM
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Olive oil: God's moisturizer
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Susan Hendricks reports on how olive oil is the new skin treatment.
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04/23/2012 09:50 AM
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What to do about ticks
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Tick season is going to be tough this year. Pat St. Claire reports on how to avoid being bitten.
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04/27/2012 10:10 AM
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Fertility: Info for younger women
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Susan Hendricks outlines the AMH test, a simple blood test that determines a woman's fertility reserve.
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04/17/2012 01:29 PM
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What all the letters mean to your heart
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Susan Hendricks reports on the ABCs of heart health in today's Health Minute.
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04/16/2012 12:04 PM
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Vaccines don't have to hurt as much
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A new study looks at ways to comfort babies when they are being vaccinated.
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04/12/2012 09:32 AM
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Trouble with teething
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Susan Hendricks tells us that getting new teeth can be painful for children and offers helpful tips.
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05/18/2012 01:53 PM
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Diagnosis like 'winning the lottery'
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When Megan Kenny was five years old, she began to exhibit strange and troubling symptoms. "I've seen dead people with higher blood pressure," one nurse told her parents.
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05/18/2012 05:36 AM
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13 and taking care of mom
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At 13, Nickolaus Dent is his mother's primary caregiver -- shopping, cooking, cleaning and laundry. And he has no choice.
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05/18/2012 12:48 PM
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Photos: Fit Nation in Hawaii
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The 2012 Fit Nation Tri Challenge Team is made up of seven CNN viewers selected to train for the Nautica Malibu Triathlon with Dr. Sanjay Gupta in September. For updates, visit the Fit Nation page, follow the team on Twitter, or like our page on Facebook.
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05/17/2012 12:12 PM
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Coffee linked to longer life
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Drinking a daily cup of coffee isn't likely to harm your health, and it may even lower your risk of dying from chronic diseases.
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05/16/2012 01:53 PM
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Is your sunscreen toxic?
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Only 25% of sunscreens are effective at protecting your skin without the use of potentially harmful ingredients, according to the Environmental Working Group, who tested 800 total.
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05/18/2012 12:49 PM
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Siblings suffer until diagnosis found
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When Megan Kenny was five years old, she began to exhibit strange and troubling symptoms. "I've seen dead people with higher blood pressure," one nurse told her.
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05/18/2012 12:49 PM
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David Cassidy on Alzheimer's
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The actor talks about the importance of companionship for people with Alzheimer's, a disease his mother suffers from.
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05/18/2012 09:37 AM
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Is drinking soda really that bad?
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Q: I've heard so much about the dangers of drinking soda. Is it really all that bad for you? Or is it just empty calories?
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05/18/2012 05:50 AM
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Age 13 and taking care of mom
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At 13, Nickolaus Dent is his mother's primary caregiver -- shopping, cooking, cleaning and laundry. And he has no choice.
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05/18/2012 05:47 AM
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School: Religion trumps coverage
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An Ohio college dropped health care for students over a religious objection to a new law. CNN's Carol Costello reports.
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05/17/2012 12:13 PM
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Best gym ever? Aloha Fit Nation
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The 2012 Fit Nation Tri Challenge Team is made up of seven CNN viewers selected to train for the Nautica Malibu Triathlon with Dr. Sanjay Gupta in September. For updates, visit the Fit Nation page, follow the team on Twitter, or like our page on Facebook.
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05/16/2012 01:22 PM
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How to minimize your child's medical radiation exposure
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Q: I took my kid to the ER last night because his stomach hurt, and they ran a CAT scan. Is that normal? Should I be worried about radiation?
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05/16/2012 01:25 PM
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Why we need a good screening test for ovarian cancer
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Q: This week the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force issued preliminary guidelines for ovarian cancer screening. It recommends against routine screening saying that the risk of false positive diagnoses outweighs the benefits. How can this be and why is it so hard to find a good screening test for ovarian cancer?
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05/16/2012 01:22 PM
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Why does my baby's urine smell?
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Q: My baby's urine smells really bad! Is there something wrong?
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05/16/2012 01:22 PM
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Expert: Did 'Kony' director have 'manic episode?'
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Modern medicine is very good at some things, and really lousy at others. As I wrote in a blog last week, psychiatry is no different in this regard.
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05/18/2012 09:33 AM
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Is drinking soda really that bad for you?
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Q: I've heard so much about the dangers of drinking soda. Is it really all that bad for you? Or is it just empty calories?
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05/18/2012 11:51 AM
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Celebs and civilians alike expected to 'bounce back' after baby
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Is it just me, or are we a little obsessed with how celebrities look after having babies? Sure, famous people are always fun to watch (especially when they do cool things like Mila Kunis and save lives), but could all this ogling their midsections, thighs, butts and boobs shortly after they've experienced one of the most natural and precious experiences of their lives be a little ... twisted?
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05/18/2012 03:28 PM
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Father of flesh-eating bacteria victim commends her courage
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I apologize for not posting any recent updates on Aimee. The past 48 hours have flown by like a whirlwind. Much has happened and my computer time has been extremely limited. I truly appreciate your patience and understanding.
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05/17/2012 08:42 AM
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Group argues weed is safer than booze
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A Colorado advocacy group is spending thousands of dollars to convince people that smoking pot is safer than drinking alcohol.
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05/14/2012 06:07 AM
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Geddes urges moms to vaccinate
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Anne Geddes wants to save 1.5 million children every year by giving them a Shot@Life. She's asking moms to step up for Mother's Day.
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05/15/2012 10:24 AM
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Get a paper cut, save a life
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Registering to become a bone marrow donor just became as simple as tending to a paper cut, thanks to Help Remedies' new kit.
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05/15/2012 09:03 AM
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5 habits of highly successful dieters
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Eat less, exercise more. That's the recipe for losing weight, and we all know it by heart. So if we want to get slimmer, and we know the formula, then why can't we do it?
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05/15/2012 09:02 AM
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Eat 'superfoods' to lose weight
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When you're on a diet, food consumes your life.
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05/15/2012 09:03 AM
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Why it's hard for kids to lose weight
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Lyn McDonald is doing everything right.
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