 | Tobacco Free Arkansas, AED Campaign
Lung cancer kills more Arkansans than prostate and breast cancer combined, How would you "Like" to help save a life? 
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 | Autism and Flu, Cholesterol test
New evidence out this week finds children whose mothers had the flu or a fever lasting more than a week while they were pregnant may be at a higher risk of developing autism, Current guidelines recommend we fast anywhere from six to twelve hours before having our cholesterol checked.
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 | Nesquick Recall
Nestle is recalling more than 200,000 canisters of "Nesquik" because of possible salmonella contamination.
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 | Anti-Smoking Ads, Super Sinusitis
The graphic nationwide media campaign to motivate smokers to quit appears to be working, Dr. Subinoy Das is working to develop a nasal swab test that would identify the type of sinus infection a patient has because it's information doctors really need.
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 | Exercise and Longevity
Getting your heart pumping through exercise can help you live longer, even if you're overweight, according to a new study.
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| Meningitis Outbreak, Kids and Glasses, Math Anxiety
Next week the commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration will appear before congress to talk about the nationwide outbreak of deadly meningitis, It's usually not easy detecting a vision problem in a child, Balancing your checkbook or splitting a bill - may be a pain in more ways than one.
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| Magnetic toys, Barefoot Shoes, Food and Sleep
The federal government says some kids have had multiple surgeries because of punctured intestines, Those form-fitting shoes that leave runners feeling almost barefoot seem to be gaining popularity, We'll pick up an extra hour of sleep this weekend.
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 | Ameridose recall, confirmed cases of mono, Big Dam Bridge goes purple
The state Department of Health will be alerting Arkansas facilities to recall all Ameridose products. Custodial crews in the white hall school district will spend the next three days disinfecting the buildings to attack mono. November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month and tonight the "Big Dam Bridge" will go purple for the cause.
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| Medical Innovations, Prempro Trial
A group of experts have voted bariatric surgery as a treatment for diabetes as the top innovation of 2012, A judge says there will not be a new trial for an Arkansas woman who sued "Wyeth and Upjohn" over the drugmakers' hormone-therapy drugs.
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| Mass Flu Clinics, Kohls Cares Program
Protecting Arkansans against the flu, Kohl's Department Stores donated over $150,000 to Arkansas Children's Hospital.
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 | Mass Flu Clinics, Flu and Heart Disease
The Arkansas Department of Health will offer mass flu clinics tomorrow at the state fairgrounds, Two Canadian researchers found the influenza vaccine could be an important treatment for maintaining heart health and warding off cardiovascular events like strokes and heart attacks.
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 | Halloween candy, asprin and colon cancer, cold hands
Trick or treating can be a fun rite of passage for about 41 million kids. But there's a downside. Taking aspirin can extend the life of some colon cancer patients, according to a new study.
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| Meningits death toll rises, New Alzheimer’s Treatment
The meningitis outbreak death toll now stands at 24, An Israeli-based company has developed a non-invasive medical device to help treat Alzheimer's Disease.
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 | Aging and Obesity, Pregnancy and cough
As if getting older isn't hard enough, a new study shows older Americans are seeing a greater increase in obesity rates, An expert panel is urging every expecting mother to get a shot preventing whooping cough.
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 | Breast Cancer myths, Wait longer between paps, Higher blood pressure
Despite all of the pink shirts, campaigns, and messages about breast cancer, there are still myths, Most women can wait three to five years between pap tests for cervical cancer, More and more Americans are getting their high blood pressure under control.
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 | UAMS research award, Post Flight Fainting, Kids and Organic Foods
The translational research institute at UAMS has awarded ten researchers nearly $500,000 for pilot studies, People who faint shortly after air travel could have a potentially fatal blockage in their lung known as a pulmonary embolism, A new report from the American Academy Of Pediatrics says there is no added nutritional value for kids eating organic food.
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 | Sexual addiction, Bariatric surgery, Preventing dog bites
Many wonder if sexual addiction is a real addiction, but UCLA researchers may have proven it's real - and can make the lives of sufferers miserable, Bariatric surgery can help keep your weight under control but it may also reduce risk factors for heart disease - and improve the heart's structure and function, Dogs bite more than 4.7 million Americans each year.
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 | Chloresterol levels, Winter Skin
Cholesterol levels in U.S. adults are going down, It seems like summer just ended, but it's now time to prepare your skin for winter.
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| HPV vaccine, Child Sleep Behavior
Young girls who receive the Human Papilloma Virus vaccine do not become sexually promiscuous after the shot, If your child is irritable, impulsive, or struggling in school, there may be a simple solution.
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 | Abraxane Approval, Costume Safety Tips
The FDA approves Abraxane as a first-line treatment for the most common form of lung cancer, It's time to start thinking about that Halloween costume for your child.
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 | Drug take back, UAMS grant extension, Osteo-arthritis
A statewide effort to collect expired prescription drugs - produces it's biggest result yet, UAMS has received a five-year grant extension worth more than 5.5 million dollars to study health disparities among racial and ethnic groups, While it may be tough to stop the progression of osteo-arthritis, there are ways to slow its progression.
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| Meningitis Cases, Eggs and Disease
The number of people sickened by a deadly meningitis outbreak has now reached 119 cases, including 11 deaths, If you're not sure if eggs should be part of a healthy diet, you're not alone.
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 | Wellbutrin XL, Vets suicide risk, Acne treatments
The generic version of a popular anti-depressant drug, apparently isn't working for some people, Can fish oil help stop veterans from killing themselves, Acne is a skin problem that typically affects teenagers.
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 | Race for the Cure Race Space, Meningitis Outbreak, Severe Obesity
The Race Space is now open in Little Rock, Several states are reporting meningitis cases and fears are rising that the rare fungal form of the illness may be spreading, Severe obesity on the rise in the U.S.
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 | Go Pink, Pink Energy Drinks, UAMS Downs Syndrome Studies
Governor Beebe has declared October 5th as "Go Pink for the Cure Day" in the state of Arkansas, Five Hour Energy introduces a new pink lemonade flavor, UAMS researchers say they have found a clue - in the high rate of fractures in Down Syndrome patients.
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| Sisters against SIDS, Vitamin D levels, Blood pressure
A group of African American sororities in Arkansas are uniting to fight sudden infant death syndrome - also known as SIDS, If you're pregnant and have high blood pressure, it may affect your child's thinking skills later in life, It seems the common cold is an inevitable annoyance we all have to suffer through.
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 | Flu shot and pregnant women; sleep and heart disease; Vitamin D study
The Arkansas Department of Health is encouraging all expectant moms to get a yearly flu shot. There's a new possible risk factor for heart disease that you may not have ever thought about: lack of sleep. Can increasing monthly doses of vitamin D reduce the frequency of colds in healthy adults?
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 | Mammograms 101, Child Abuse, Portion Control
October marks breast cancer awareness month, The number of kids hospitalized for serious injuries resulting from abuse is on the rise, Size does matter, especially when it comes to food.
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| Flu Clinics, Stivarga approval, St. Vincent sports partnership
Arkansas schools are teaming up with the state health department to vaccinate students for the flu season, The FDA approves a new drug to treat advanced colon cancer, Saint Vincent Health System has announced a partnership with D1 Sports Athletic Training Facility.
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 | WHO virus, Erectile Dysfunction
The World Health Organization issued a global alert today for healthcare workers to watch for new cases of a SARS-like virus, A treatment for heart problems is having some success on men with erectile dysfunction.
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 | Alcohol Misuse, Prostate Cancer Myths, Safe Sleep for Babies
A U.S. Government panel recommends doctors ask patients about their alcohol drinking habits and provide counseling if they feel the need, September is prostate cancer awareness month, For years, parents have been urged to place healthy babies on their backs to sleep.
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 | Arkansas Children's Hospital's Dr. Kirt Simmons on Craniofacial Disorders
Craniofacial Disorders refer to an abnormality of the face and or the head.
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 | Qysmia Diet Drug, West Nile Cases rise, Autism coverage
The diet drug Qsymia is now available for purchase, West Nile Virus infections and deaths continue to rise, Insurance companies are beginning to realize how important behavioral therapy is for families with kids who have autism.
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 | Arsenic in rice, New MS pill, Womb Transplant
An experimental drug that could one day become the leading treatment for multiple sclerosis appears to have passed another test, Doctors in Sweden have performed the world's first mother-to-daughter uterine transplants
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 | Tobacco Free Arkansas, Child Bullying, New York City soda ban
It's tough sometimes for parents to pick up on the signs their child is being bullied, The Coalition for a Tobacco-Free Arkansas celebrates its anniversary, New York City's health board banned super-sized, sugary drinks at restaurants, concession stands and other eateries
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 | Fourth West Nile Death, Breast Cancer Surgeries
A fourth person has died from the West Nile virus in Arkansas, A new device meant to help surgeons determine if they removed all cancerous tissue during a lumpectomy may help reduce repeat surgeries.
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 | Flu Vaccines, Post-Partum depression and children
The American Academy of Pediatrics is releasing updated recommendations for flu vaccine, Researchers at John Hopkins University found a link between postpartum depression and below average height in children.
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 | Caregiver Network , Breast Cancer Radiation, Stand Up to Cancer
Today is Arkansas Grandparent Caregiver Day, A new approach to radiation therapy for breast cancer could be a safer one, Stand up to Cancer - that's the name of a star-studded fundraiser airing tonight at seven - here on FOX16.
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 | Laundry Detergent, Blood Pressure Report, Men and Women Vision
Hospitals around the country are treating more and more children for swallowing laundry gel packs thinking they are candy, The CDC says millions of people in this country with high blood pressure are not using effective treatment, It turns out there may be some truth to the old adage that "men and women see things differently."
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 | 2 more confirmed cases of hanta virus; kids follow parents exercise example
Two more cases of hantavirus in California. That brings the total number of infected Yosemite visitors to six. And at this point two of those six have died. Kids are more likely to exercise if they see their parents doing it too.
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 | Cardiovascular health; early detection of Alzheimer's disease, chocolate and strokes
The Arkansas Department of Health announces plans to improve cardiovascular health. Alzheimer's disease may begin as early as twenty years before the onset of dementia is diagnosed. Men who eat a moderate amount of chocolate each week may be lowering their stroke risk.
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 | Male birth control, More friends, better life, Tattoo ink infections
A male birth control pill may be closer to development than ever before, Having a wide circle of friends helps middle-aged men and women have a greater sense of well-being, The CDC is encouraging doctors to keep track of any skin or soft tissue infections seen on people with tattoos.
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 | ACH Snap Program, Artery Calcium risk, Drought Conference
The Arkansas Children's Hospital wants to make sure no kids go hungry, The amount of calcium in your coronary arteries can predict your heart disease risk, Here's something most parents won't be thrilled to hear.
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 | Autism and Stem Cells, After School Safety, Obesity and the poor
An FDA clinical trial is underway in California to see if autism can be treated with cord blood stem cells, As we kick off a new school year it's important for parents to create a plan to help keep your kids safe after school, Obesity is the biggest risk factor for type two diabetes among the poor.
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 | Flu virus and pigs, Catherine’s House, Meditation and Loneliness
The state department of health is warning Arkansans about county fairs and the h3n2 flu virus, A development center for first-time pregnant teens has re-opened in Little Rock, A simple form of meditation may stave off feelings of loneliness and it also may cut the body's inflammatory response.
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 | West Nile Deaths, Smartphones and Sleep
The Arkansas Department of Health tells FOX16 News three people have now died from the West Nile Virus, with a total of 27 cases reported in the state so far this year, Keeping your smart phone or tablet by your bedside may affect your sleep.
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| NLR Flu Clinics, Blood pressure and sugar
The North Little Rock School District is teaming up with the city's health department to sponsor flu clinics -- for students, teachers, and parents, Some common blood pressure drugs appear to reduce the amount of plaque in the brains of people with alzheimer's.
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| Stroke and Divorce, Pain Relievers and Burns, Yosemite Hantavirus
A new study suggests men from divorced families have a higher chance of suffering a stroke than men from non-divorced families, Topical pain relievers may ease muscle and joint pain, but the food and drug administration says the products could cause burns, Officials from Yosemite National Park now say a total of nine people have been infected with the hantavirus after staying at the park.
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 | Major Cancer Treatment, New Ultrasound Approval, Shingles
Today, the MD Anderson Cancer Center in Texas announced the launching of its new "Moon Shots" program, The FDA approves the first ultrasound device to help doctors detect potential tumors in women with dense breast tissue, Shingles is a painful skin rash caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox.
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| Measles outbreak, Voting genes, Hurricane health tips
The Arkansas Health Department says three siblings have been diagnosed with measles at a boarding school in gentry, How you vote may be in your genes, Hurricanes and the remnants of them can produce life threatening floods, tornadoes and high winds.
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