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Curbing drug overdoses
The FDA is working to prevent millions of accidental drug overdoses that happen each year; Doctors have found a link between cholesterol levels and cancer; Doctor on call: blood in stool Video
Flu vaccines tests safe
The National Institutes of Health says tests on millions of patients show the swine flu vaccine is safe and effective. British surgeons have successfully completed a dramatic operation. Doctor on Call: Acid reflux
H1N1 supply questions answered
Thousands of Arkansans lined up, many in the rain, to receive flu shots. If you or your family couldn't make it out to one of the mass clinics, Health Department officials say more are on the way. Video
H1N1 Press Conference
The H1N1 virus is now widespread among 48 states. New research shows kids without insurance who end up in the hospital are 60 percent more likely to die. Gyms in the workplace help people do better at their desks. Doctor on Call: Colon cleansing Video
Migraines with aura increase risk of stroke
If you have migraines with aura you have an elevated risk for stroke; Doctors could soon look to spices to help fight cancer; Parents it might be a good idea to let your kids sleep in on the weekend. Video
Menu labeling
Seeing how many calories are in a menu entrée can affect what you order. A new study shows chewing gum could help reduce the calories you consume. Ladies if you want to know what you'll look like as you age pay a visit to dear old mom. Video

Heart Care Guide

Cholesterol
Read about the good, bad, and the ugly effects of cholesterol on your heart.
Creating a Heart-Healthy Diet
What types of food can cause a heart attack? Click here to find out.
Disorders of Cardiac Rhythm
Irregular heart beats are more common than you think. Click here to read about the different kinds of rhythm disorders.
Exercise & Your Heart
Read about how exercise can help and hurt your heart.
Heart & Circulatory
General information about heart and circularoty disorders.
Heart Attack
How do you know if you had a heart attack? Click here to find out.
Smoking
How does smoking affect your health? Click here to read about the effects.
Stress
Tips on how to reduce stress in your life.
Testing for Heart Disease
Read about the different methods of testing for heart disease here.
Treating Heart Disease
Read about the different options for treating various forms of heart disease here.


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