WTOL - Health & Family

What to expect during baby's first year

Sun, 19 May 2013 09:00:00 EDT

Babies develop at different rates, but there are certain milestones the first year that parents can watch for.

UTMC fights Parkinson's with top-of-the-line center

WTOL Staff — Mon, 13 May 2013 10:23:00 EDT

The University of Toledo Medical Center has created one of the top facilities for Parkinson's Disease in the nation.

For big family vacations, rental homes may be cheaper

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 06:00:00 EDT

Planning a big family vacation this summer? You may want to consider renting a house or condo instead of staying at a traditional hotel. It can be a big budget saver, travel experts say.

Anti-abortion advocate is suing city of Ann Arbor

The Associated Press — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 11:04:00 EDT

A man who uses his car to spread an anti-abortion message is suing the city of Ann Arbor and its police chief over what he says is the violation of his free-speech rights.

How to tell if it's the cold or the flu

WTOL Staff — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 17:35:00 EST

Is it the Cold or is it the Flu? Here are a few key differences to look for if you're wondering which bug you have.

'Dessert' with breakfast boosts weight loss

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 09:40:00 EDT

Starting your morning with a high-protein food and a "dessert" -- such as a doughnut or a slice of cake -- may help you lose weight and keep it off, a new study suggests.

Medical breakthroughs: Right sunglasses decrease chances of eye damage

Fri, 8 Jul 2011 19:02:00 EDT

The sun's damaging rays are not only a threat to your skin, but also to your eyes. Choosing the right sunglasses can decrease your chances of developing several eye diseases.

Why kids lie -- age by age

Wed, 6 Jul 2011 11:03:00 EDT

Honest advice for dealing with your child's lies.

FDA panel unanimously backs Regeneron eye drug

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 13:59:00 EDT

A panel of federal health experts voted unanimously in favor of a new eye drug from Regeneron, bringing the company one step closer to competing against a blockbuster Roche drug that currently dominates the market.

Mercy House Call: Shorter winter days could trigger depression

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 22:40:00 EDT

Dr. Catherine Carrigan, says the condition "could be related to changes in the melatonin system in the body, changes in the circadian rhythm" or "could also be because of shortened daylight."

Mercy House Call: When to take kids to the doctor's office

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 19:59:00 EDT

Pediatrician Dr. Colleen Olson has some helpful guidelines for the top bugs that effect children.

Birth control coverage up for federal appeal

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:59:00 EDT

In the most prominent challenge of its kind, Hobby Lobby Stores Inc. is asking a federal appeals court Thursday for an exemption from part of the federal health care law that requires it to offer employees health coverage...

Teen birth rates decline in most US states

Thu, 23 May 2013 00:27:00 EDT

By The Associated Press The U.S. teen birth rate fell 25 percent over five years to a record low of 31 births per 1,000 teens ages 15 to 19, according to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and...

Nearly all US states see hefty drop in teen births

Thu, 23 May 2013 00:27:00 EDT

The nation's record-low teen birth rate stems from robust declines in nearly every state, but most dramatically in several Mountain States and among Hispanics, according to a new government report.

Doctors save Ohio boy by 'printing' an airway tube

Wed, 22 May 2013 18:16:00 EDT

By MARILYNN MARCHIONE AP Chief Medical Writer In a medical first, doctors used plastic particles and a 3-D laser printer to create an airway splint to save the life of a baby boy who used to stop breathing...

Polish man gets quick face transplant after injury

Wed, 22 May 2013 16:27:00 EDT

A 33-year-old Polish man received a face transplant just three weeks after being disfigured in a workplace accident, in what his doctors said Wednesday is the fastest time frame to date for such an operation. It was...

More doctors, hospitals using electronic records

Wed, 22 May 2013 10:56:00 EDT

The Obama administration says more doctors and hospitals are embracing technology as adoption of computerized medical records reaches a "tipping point" in America.

Portland, Ore., rejecting water fluoridation

Wed, 22 May 2013 03:06:00 EDT

The mayor of Portland, Ore., has conceded defeat in an effort to add fluoride to the city's drinking water.

Cancer Society hits 100 as US cancer rate falls

Wed, 22 May 2013 02:46:00 EDT

The American Cancer Society - one of the nation's best known and influential health advocacy groups - is 100 years old this week.

Tunisia announces 3 cases of coronavirus, 1 death

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:55:00 EDT

A 66-year-old Tunisian man has died from the new coronavirus following a visit to Saudi Arabia and two of his adult children were infected with it, the Tunisian Health Ministry reported.

Report: NPS hantavirus response followed policy

Tue, 21 May 2013 00:15:00 EDT

Federal investigators probing the hantavirus outbreak blamed for three deaths at Yosemite National Park recommended on Monday that design changes to tent cabins and other privately run lodging first be reviewed by National...

ProMedica lifts flu visitation restrictions at all hospitals, facilities

Mackenzie Miller — Fri, 1 Mar 2013 13:52:00 EST

On Friday, ProMedica announced the end of flu visitation restrictions at all of its hospitals and long-term care facilities.

Higher indoor humidity levels might slow flu's spread

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 14:22:00 EST

As the flu season continues to pack a punch for some Americans, new research suggests there might be a simple way to reduce the risk for infection in an indoor setting: hike up humidity levels.

How to stay productive and not infect the office when you're sick

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 11:33:00 EST

Each year, American workers miss 100 million workdays due to the flu alone. There’s a trace of irony in that number: Many of those days wouldn’t have to be lost if those who were sick stayed home, preventing the...

Who has time for sick days? tips to fight the cold, cough and flu this year

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 12:02:00 EST

(BPT) - People who have gotten sick report their cold and flu symptoms lasted up to six days, according to the Vicks Second Annual Global Cough and Cold Survey. While health experts advise sick workers to stay home to avoid...

Flu shot may not work as well for seniors

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 12:11:00 EST

Seniors seem to get a weaker boost to their immune system following a flu shot than young people do, a small study shows.

To comfort a cold or flu, home remedies make a world of difference

Tue, 5 Feb 2013 16:40:00 EST

(BPT) - For generations, families have passed down home-spun remedies that can help loved ones feel that even during those sniffles and sneezes, they’re cared for. Having a bowl of grandma’s famous soup or your...

Keep your office healthy to prevent a flu outbreak

Mon, 4 Feb 2013 15:49:00 EST

(BPT) - A flu outbreak in your workforce can cause problems in several different areas of your business. The best flu prevention is encouraging and educating workers on how to be proactive at fending off the flu virus. By...

Bettsville School closes Friday after 20% call in sick

Mackenzie Miller — Fri, 1 Feb 2013 19:19:00 EST

Bettsville School closed Friday after a large number of student absences were called in from various illnesses.

How to tell if your child is too sick for school

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 09:51:00 EST

Children often get colds, but when they are not feeling well enough to participate in their normal daily activities or not alert enough to learn or play, they are too sick to go to school, an expert advises.

Lenawee Co. adds extra flu clinics to meet demand

Mackenzie Miller — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 17:51:00 EST

A local health department is ramping up efforts to stop the flu from spreading. Health officials with Lenawee County say they are adding extra flu shot clinics because demand is so high.

Kilpatrick back in court in corruption case

Erin Kelly — Thu, 23 May 2013 04:20:00 EDT

Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick is returning to federal court, more than two months after his corruption conviction.

Ohio rape investigation grand jury resumes work

Erin Kelly — Thu, 23 May 2013 04:17:00 EDT

An eastern Ohio grand jury is resuming its examination of whether other laws were broken in the case of a 16-year-old girl raped by two high school football players.

Select interstate speed limits increase to 70 mph this summer

Mackenzie Miller — Tue, 21 May 2013 21:08:00 EDT

The Ohio Department of Transportation has unveiled a map identifying interstate highway locations where motorists will be legally permitted to drive 70 mph starting this summer.

Troopers seize loaded handgun, drugs during OVI checkpoint

Mackenzie Miller — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:03:00 EDT

An Akron man is facing felony drug charges after Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers seized a loaded 9 mm handgun, 8 grams of heroin, 1 gram of marijuana and 18 Ecstasy pills during an OVI checkpoint in Summit County Friday.

OH woman gets 8 years for drunken-driving death of teen

WTOL Staff — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:04:00 EDT

A woman who was drunk when she hit and killed a 15-year-old boy walking along a rural Ohio road last fall has been sentenced to prison for eight years.

Troopers find nearly $63K of cocaine hidden in boots

Mackenzie Miller — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:53:00 EDT

An Indiana man is facing felony drug charges after Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers seized three-quarters of a kilo of cocaine, worth nearly $63,000, following a traffic stop near Dayton Wednesday.

Cleveland will double red-light cameras

The Associated Press — Tue, 21 May 2013 07:36:00 EDT

State lawmakers may be considering a ban of controversial red-light cameras, but one of Ohio's largest cities is planning to double the number they have in service.

Fugitive wanted for alleged murder during dice game

Mackenzie Miller — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:44:00 EDT

The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force is offering a reward for information which would lead to the capture of fugitive Demetrice Cannon, who is wanted by the U.S. Marshals and Cleveland Police for aggravated murder.

Gas prices take big jump in OH

Mackenzie Miller — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:00:00 EDT

Gas prices have taken a big jump in Ohio and the U.S.

Amber Alert canceled for Detroit 3 year old

The Associated Press — Mon, 20 May 2013 08:54:00 EDT

Police have canceled an Amber Alert for a 3-year-old girl who was reportedly taken in Detroit while her father was assaulting her mother.