Health

Muscular Dystrophy comes in many forms and can strike at any age. The Henry family, of Shrewsbury, learned this frightening lesson last year when daughter, Nicole, was diagnosed with limb girdle muscular dystrophy. More
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Eye Gel Slows Decline In Kids' Vision

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Doctors may not be able to stop nearsighted children from getting worse, but they may be able to slow down problems. More
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Diet Helps 7-Year-Old Girl With Epilepsy

HIV Rate In NYC Triples Rest Of Nation

Eye Gel Slows Decline In Kids' Vision

Mass. Has Lowest Level Of Uninsured

Attack Ad Insinuates Hot Dogs Cause Cancer

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7 Myths And Facts About Chocolate

Step Out Of Your Workout Rut

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Health Interactives

Stand Up To Cancer

When it comes to cancer, so much progress has been made, but there is much more to be discovered. Starting Tuesday watch NewsCenter 5 at 5 p.m. and 11 p.m. for special reports by Dr. Timothy Johnson, Kelley Tuthill and Liz Brunner. More

Spotlight

Kelley's Story

NewsCenter 5's Kelley Tuthill has been diagnosed with breast cancer. Find out more about the disease and share your stories. More

Flu Facts

Flu Facts: What you need to know. More

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Have A Parenting Issue?

Drugs, sex, education and tolerance – just some of the issues facing children today. Let Dr. Stacy Stryer help you navigate the winding road of parenthood. More

Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Get The Facts

Irritable bowel syndrome has telltale signs – abdominal cramping, bloating and more – and it’s extraordinarily common. Learn how to manage it. More

Your Obesity Questions Answered

Are you ready for weight-loss surgery? How do you prevent obesity in your kids? How does you mind dictate cravings? Get these answers and more! More

Food & Nutrition Center

Do you know the 7 best foods we never eat? What about healthy snacks, new recipes and medicinal foods? Learn all about food and nutrition here. More

Living With Bipolar Disorder

Do you have super-good days followed by the worst day ever? You might have bipolar disorder. Learn signs, symptoms, treatment and more. More

Dental Health: First Aid For Teeth

Gum disease is tied to cancer, a recent study showed, making it ever more important to follow sound dental practices. See our top tips here! More

My Health

Right Shoes Make You Feel Like Olympian

Shoe makers now provide kicks that support certain activities, making them wrong for others. Find out what to look for. More

Checking Yourself Can Help Stop Cancer

Drugs May Take Vitamins From Body

Treating Health Like Car Can Save Money

Power Naps Can Be Sign Of Productivity