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18 mayors: Limit use of food stamps to buy soda

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The mayors of New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and 15 other cities are reviving a push against letting government food vouchers be used to buy soda and other sugary drinks. More>>

Report: US adult smoking rate dips to 18 percent

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The results of the latest national health survey by the government finds the percentage of smokers in the United States has dropped to 18 percent in 2012. More>>

EMS officials find solutions to help '911 abusers'

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Every time an city ambulance rushes past with lights flashing and siren screaming, there's good chance there's no emergency. More>>

NY judge: Fed plan for morning-after pill sales OK

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The finding by U.S. District Judge Edward Korman came in response to a Department of Justice decision this week to ditch rules barring over-the-counter sales to girls younger than 15 and comply with his April order to make the pills available to buyers of any age. More>>

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Battle of the Brave
Battle of the Brave
Help Braden win the Battle of the Brave contest and $25,000 for Riley Hospital! Vote today!
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Kickoff for Change the Play
Kickoff for Change the Play
Updated: Friday, May 17 2013 3:35 PM EDT2013-05-17 19:35:06 GMT
Andrew Luck kicked-off his "change the play initiative" Saturday. It's a new eight-week program designed to empower kids to take charge of their health. Fifty kids from around the state were invited,More >>
Andrew Luck kicked-off his "change the play initiative" Saturday.
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Marsh: Ask the dietitian
Marsh: Ask the dietitian
Mary Snell is Marsh's Director of Nutrition and Wellness. Her role is to be a resource for our customers and to provide you with accurate information, tips and tools regarding health and wellness. More >>

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Are you obsessed with your cat?
Are you obsessed with your cat?
If caring for your cat has heavily interfered with everyday aspects of your life, you may be obsessed.More >>
If caring for your cat has heavily interfered with everyday aspects of your life, you may be obsessed.More >>
Designated drivers often drink themselves
Designated drivers often drink themselves
Having a designated driver sounds like a great idea, but a new study found that more than one-third of those who were supposed to drive their pals home safely had been boozing it up themselves.More >>
Having a designated driver sounds like a great idea, but a new study found that more than one-third of those who were supposed to drive their pals home safely had been boozing it up themselves.More >>
Study: Recovery time triples for second concussion
Study: Recovery time triples for second concussion
Updated: Monday, June 10 2013 2:52 PM EDT2013-06-10 18:52:33 GMT
If you've suffered a concussion or severe blow to the head in the last year, a new study shows it will take you even longer to recover from a repeat head trauma. The national study was published in TheMore >>
If you've suffered a concussion or severe blow to the head in the last year, a new study shows it will take you even longer to recover from a repeat head trauma.More >>
Planned Parenthood in Indiana, Kentucky to merge
Planned Parenthood in Indiana, Kentucky to merge
Updated: Monday, June 10 2013 12:26 PM EDT2013-06-10 16:26:13 GMT
The Planned Parenthood affiliates in Kentucky and Indiana are merging starting next month. The new nonprofit announced Monday will be known as Planned Parenthood of Indiana and Kentucky and will serveMore >>
The Planned Parenthood affiliates in Kentucky and Indiana are merging starting next month.More >>
Poor sleep may worsen heart woes in women
Poor sleep may worsen heart woes in women
Poor sleep appears to contribute to the progression of heart disease in women by raising their inflammation levels, but this effect was not seen in men, researchers say.More >>
Poor sleep appears to contribute to the progression of heart disease in women by raising their inflammation levels, but this effect was not seen in men, researchers say.More >>
For Alzheimer's caregivers, a much-needed break
For Alzheimer's caregivers, a much-needed break
Day care centers for people with Alzheimer's disease can give their spouses and other family caregivers a much needed source of stress relief, a new study suggests.More >>
Day care centers for people with Alzheimer's disease can give their spouses and other family caregivers a much needed source of stress relief, a new study suggests.More >>
Depression common in those with PTSD
Depression common in those with PTSD
More than half of people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) also suffer from depression, according to a new study.More >>
More than half of people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) also suffer from depression, according to a new study.More >>
Benefits help Vietnam vet in assisted living
Benefits help Vietnam vet in assisted living
Updated: Friday, June 7 2013 5:39 AM EDT2013-06-07 09:39:05 GMT
An Indianapolis couple is grateful to learn that some veteran perks are helping provide a better quality of life for those who signed up to join the military when others were dodging the draft. TheseMore >>
A Vietnam veteran is finding a better quality of senior living because he signed up to join the military when others were dodging the draft.More >>
Health Fair: Senior rehabilitation
Health Fair: Senior rehabilitation
Updated: Thursday, June 6 2013 4:23 PM EDT2013-06-06 20:23:28 GMT
A debilitating injury meant a long-time civil servant could no longer work. But he's not giving up. In an effort to give back, he works to get well. Small, supervised and specific movements are partMore >>
A debilitating injury meant a long-time civil servant could no longer work. But he's not giving up. In an effort to give back, he works to get well. Small, supervised and specific movements are partMore >>
FDA panel wants changes to Avandia safety measures
FDA panel wants changes to Avandia safety measures
Updated: Thursday, June 6 2013 3:54 PM EDT2013-06-06 19:54:54 GMT
Federal health experts recommend modifying safety restrictions on former blockbuster diabetes pill Avandia, in light of a new analysis suggesting that the drug may not increase the risk of heart attackMore >>
Federal health experts recommend modifying safety restrictions on former blockbuster diabetes pill Avandia, in light of a new analysis suggesting that the drug may not increase the risk of heart attack as previously believed.More >>
Football concussion risk highest during games, not practice
Football concussion risk highest during games, not practice
Youth football players are much more likely to suffer concussions in games than during practice, and older players have a much higher risk of concussion than younger players, a new study finds.More >>
Youth football players are much more likely to suffer concussions in games than during practice, and older players have a much higher risk of concussion than younger players, a new study finds.More >>
Tumor in bone shows neanderthals got cancer too
Tumor in bone shows neanderthals got cancer too
Cancer is often lamented as a modern-day scourge, but researchers have discovered a type of bone cancer in a 120,000-year-old Neanderthal rib.More >>
Cancer is often lamented as a modern-day scourge, but researchers have discovered a type of bone cancer in a 120,000-year-old Neanderthal rib.More >>
Komen cuts half its 3-day races, cites low numbers
Komen cuts half its 3-day races, cites low numbers
Updated: Thursday, June 6 2013 1:05 PM EDT2013-06-06 17:05:24 GMT
Susan G. Komen for the Cure says it is canceling half of its 3-day charity races next year because of a steep drop in participation levels. The announcement comes more than a year after the Dallas-basedMore >>
Susan G. Komen for the Cure says it is canceling half of its 3-day charity races next year because of a drop in participation levels.More >>
Indiana rolls back some 2010 Medicaid cuts
Indiana rolls back some 2010 Medicaid cuts
Updated: Wednesday, June 5 2013 6:02 PM EDT2013-06-05 22:02:40 GMT
Gov. Mike Pence is undoing a series of Medicaid rate cuts the state made while weathering the recession. A Pence spokeswoman said Wednesday the increase would amount to 2 percent more for hospitals, nursingMore >>
Gov. Mike Pence is undoing a series of Medicaid rate cuts the state made while weathering the recession.More >>
Kokomo patients locked out by troubled doctors
Kokomo patients locked out by troubled doctors
Updated: Tuesday, June 4 2013 8:22 PM EDT2013-06-05 00:22:18 GMT
A Kokomo woman says she's desperately seeking a doctor. Edith Hughes was a patient at a Kokomo medical center where the doctors are under investigation. She says she is in constant pain and it has beenMore >>
A Kokomo woman and other patients say their medical records are being held hostage by doctors facing charges for over prescribing medication.More >>

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Fine-tuning breast cancer treatments: What works better?
Fine-tuning breast cancer treatments: What works better?
Two common schedules used for the chemotherapy paclitaxel (Taxol) are equally effective at controlling breast cancer, but fewer side effects are found with the weekly regimen rather than every two weeks.More >>
Two common schedules used for the chemotherapy paclitaxel (Taxol) are equally effective at controlling breast cancer, but fewer side effects are found with the weekly regimen rather than every two weeks.More >>
Angelina Jolie has preventative double mastectomy
Angelina Jolie has preventative double mastectomy
Hollywood film star Angelina Jolie announced Tuesday that she has undergone a double mastectomy because she carries a genetic mutation that greatly increases her risk of potentially fatal breast cancer.More >>
Hollywood film star Angelina Jolie announced Tuesday that she has undergone a double mastectomy because she carries a genetic mutation that greatly increases her risk of potentially fatal breast cancer.More >>
Human gene patent case goes to Supreme Court
Human gene patent case goes to Supreme Court
The question of whether human genes can be patented is at the center of a case to be heard Monday by the U.S. Supreme Court.More >>
The question of whether human genes can be patented is at the center of a case to be heard Monday by the U.S. Supreme Court.More >>
Moderate drinking may not affect breast cancer survival
Moderate drinking may not affect breast cancer survival
Women who have survived breast cancer can drink alcohol in moderation, new research indicates.More >>
Women who have survived breast cancer can drink alcohol in moderation, new research indicates.More >>
For older women, missed mammograms tied to worse breast cancer outcomes
For older women, missed mammograms tied to worse breast cancer outcomes
Older women diagnosed with breast cancer years after their last mammogram, and those who never had a mammogram, have an increased risk of dying from their cancer, a new study suggests.More >>
Older women diagnosed with breast cancer years after their last mammogram, and those who never had a mammogram, have an increased risk of dying from their cancer, a new study suggests.More >>
Breast cancer death rates higher for black women
Breast cancer death rates higher for black women
Black breast cancer patients are more likely to die than white patients, regardless of the type of cancer, according to a new study.More >>
Black breast cancer patients are more likely to die than white patients, regardless of the type of cancer, according to a new study.More >>
When breast cancer spreads to lungs, surgery may increase survival
When breast cancer spreads to lungs, surgery may increase survival
Patients with breast cancer that has spread to the lungs may live longer if they have surgery to remove the lung tumors, a new study from Germany suggests.More >>
Patients with breast cancer that has spread to the lungs may live longer if they have surgery to remove the lung tumors, a new study from Germany suggests.More >>
Nearly 14 million cancer survivors in US
Nearly 14 million cancer survivors in US
There are currently 13.7 million cancer survivors in the United States and the number is expected to rise by 31 percent to 18 million by 2022, according to a new report.More >>
There are currently 13.7 million cancer survivors in the United States and the number is expected to rise by 31 percent to 18 million by 2022, according to a new report.More >>
More genetic insights into three types of cancer
More genetic insights into three types of cancer
Critical clues to understanding who is at the greatest risk for particular types of cancer may be found in "spelling mistakes" contained in a person's DNA.More >>
Critical clues to understanding who is at the greatest risk for particular types of cancer may be found in "spelling mistakes" contained in a person's DNA.More >>
False-positive mammograms can trigger long-term distress
False-positive mammograms can trigger long-term distress
Women who have a false-positive mammogram result -- when breast cancer is first suspected but then dispelled with further testing -- can have lingering anxiety and distress up to three years after the misdiagnosis.More >>
Women who have a false-positive mammogram result -- when breast cancer is first suspected but then dispelled with further testing -- can have lingering anxiety and distress up to three years after the misdiagnosis.More >>

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Many U.S. adults under-vaccinated against whooping cough
Many U.S. adults under-vaccinated against whooping cough
Whooping cough cases are escalating in the United States, and many American adults are unknowingly exposing vulnerable babies to the potentially deadly disease because their vaccinations are not up to date.More >>
Whooping cough cases are escalating in the United States, and many American adults are unknowingly exposing vulnerable babies to the potentially deadly disease because their vaccinations are not up to date.More >>
Many Americans want health care via smartphone
Many Americans want health care via smartphone
Plenty of Americans are eager to use their mobile phones and tablet computers to better manage their health care, a new poll finds -- though the nation has a way to go before we're all consulting Dr. Smartphone.More >>
Plenty of Americans are eager to use their mobile phones and tablet computers to better manage their health care, a new poll finds -- though the nation has a way to go before we're all consulting Dr. Smartphone.More >>
Sibling bullying can lead to depression, anxiety in victims
Sibling bullying can lead to depression, anxiety in victims
Being picked on by your brother or sister may seem like a normal part of growing up, but for some kids the bullying may be a source of depression and anxiety, a new study suggests.More >>
Being picked on by your brother or sister may seem like a normal part of growing up, but for some kids the bullying may be a source of depression and anxiety, a new study suggests.More >>
Dads who bond with kids help keep marriage strong
Dads who bond with kids help keep marriage strong
For dads aiming at marital bliss, a new study suggests just two factors are especially important: being engaged with the kids, for sure -- but also doing a fair share of the household chores.More >>
For dads aiming at marital bliss, a new study suggests just two factors are especially important: being engaged with the kids, for sure -- but also doing a fair share of the household chores.More >>
Volunteering may be good for the heart in more ways than one
Volunteering may be good for the heart in more ways than one
Anyone who has ever been a volunteer knows that it feels good to help others, but researchers have found a less obvious benefit: volunteering can help reduce older adults' risk of high blood pressure.More >>
Anyone who has ever been a volunteer knows that it feels good to help others, but researchers have found a less obvious benefit: volunteering can help reduce older adults' risk of high blood pressure.More >>
Tobacco ads spark teen smoking
Tobacco ads spark teen smoking
The more tobacco advertising teenagers see, the more likely they are to start smoking, according to a new study.More >>
The more tobacco advertising teenagers see, the more likely they are to start smoking, according to a new study.More >>
Otzi the 'iceman' may have had brain damage
Otzi the 'iceman' may have had brain damage
New research seems to support the theory that Otzi the Iceman was attacked and suffered some form of brain damage in the final moments of his life.More >>
New research seems to support the theory that Otzi the Iceman was attacked and suffered some form of brain damage in the final moments of his life.More >>
Even 'hands-free' devices unsafe while driving
Even 'hands-free' devices unsafe while driving
Drivers who think hands-free devices for talking or texting are safer than handheld cellphones are mistaken, a new report suggests.More >>
Drivers who think hands-free devices for talking or texting are safer than handheld cellphones are mistaken, a new report suggests.More >>
Soda size limits could aid fight against obesity
Soda size limits could aid fight against obesity
Restricting the sale of large sodas and other sugar-sweetened beverages in restaurants and other food-service outlets would affect 7.5 percent of Americans each day and have the greatest impact on overweight.More >>
Restricting the sale of large sodas and other sugar-sweetened beverages in restaurants and other food-service outlets would affect 7.5 percent of Americans each day and have the greatest impact on overweight people.More >>
US ends effort to limit access to 'morning-after' pill
US ends effort to limit access to 'morning-after' pill
The U.S. government has dropped its effort to block a court order that would make the morning-after contraceptive pill available over-the-counter to all women and girls.More >>
The U.S. government has dropped its effort to block a court order that would make the morning-after contraceptive pill available over-the-counter to all women and girls.More >>

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Anne Marie Tiernon
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Anne Marie Tiernon Eyewitness News Anchor Emmy award-winning Anne Marie Tiernon co-anchors the number one rated 5:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. newscasts. She interviews high-profile newsmakers for WTHR SpecialMore >>
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Local Services
Local Services
A list of health services available in the central Indiana area. More >>
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Autism Test Clinical Study
Autism Test Clinical Study
A list of locations where you can sign up for a clinical trial for a possible genetic test to diagnose autism.More >>
A Kidney for Warren
A Kidney for Warren
Warren Mills, our co-worker at WTHR, has set up a Facebook page in hopes of finding a kidney donor.More >>
Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream
Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream
An Ohio ice cream company has created a sorbet meant as a home remedy for flu.More >>
Indiana Blood Center
Indiana Blood Center
The Indiana Blood Center is seeking donations. See a list of locations here.More >>
Heroin in the Heartland
Heroin in the Heartland
Updated: Monday, February 20 2012 3:17 PM EST2012-02-20 20:17:17 GMT
The average heroin user today looks like the kid next door, and police say teens are finding the addictive drug in Indiana. Families are learning deeply painful lessons about this cheap, dangerous high.More >>
Dealing with tantrums
Dealing with tantrums
A Mayo Clinic specialist explains how to respond to temper tantrums — and how to prevent tantrums in the first place.More >>
Miracle Noodle
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Dr. Sears links
Dr. Sears links
Friday February 25th on the noon show, Scott Swan talked with Pediatrician Dr. Robert Sears, author of "The Autism Book: What Every Parent Needs to Know."More >>
How to know if the volume is too loud
How to know if the volume is too loud
The louder and longer we listen, the more likely we'll experience hearing loss.More >>
Alliance Home Healthcare
Alliance Home Healthcare
As mentioned at 5PM on April 16th.More >>
Partnership for Prescription Assistance
Partnership for Prescription Assistance
See if you qualify to get help paying for prescription drugs.More >>
Free mammogram info
Free mammogram info
Digital mammography is making it easier for doctors to detect breast cancer. Plus, find out how to get a free mammogram.More >>
Great song mixes for workouts
Great song mixes for workouts
The following music mixes were featured in our 5:30 pm story Tuesday about fitness and music. All of the playlists run about 60 minutes.More >>
Indiana H1N1 flu info
Indiana H1N1 flu info
The state of Indiana provides information about H1N1 flu.More >>
What vaccines do you need?
What vaccines do you need?
See recommended vaccinations for different age groups.More >>
Allergy treatment
Allergy treatment
There's a new treatment offering relief for some allergy sufferers without the pain of shots and the side affects of medication. More >>
Indiana Donor Registry
Indiana Donor Registry
Donate Life Indiana is an alliance of agencies that exists to save and enhance lives by registering organ, eye and tissue donors through the Indiana Donor Registry. More >>
Addiction to prescriptions becoming epidemic in Indiana
Addiction to prescriptions becoming epidemic in Indiana
Updated: Tuesday, February 5 2013 10:32 AM EST2013-02-05 15:32:07 GMT
With a young son and a fiancé, 21-year-old Lora Socks of Fishers now has a lot to live for. It was not always that way. When Socks was 16, she struggled with culture shock after transferring to a publicMore >>
Eyewitness News has discovered Hoosiers of all ages are becoming addicted to prescription drugs at an alarming rate.More >>
Flashes of Hope
Flashes of Hope
Please help us reach our goal of photographing the 13,500 children diagnosed with cancer each year. The portraits, taken by award-winning photographers, help children feel better about their changing appearance by celebrating it. More >>
Teens turn to plastic surgery to fix "flaws"
Teens turn to plastic surgery to fix "flaws"
Updated: Tuesday, May 1 2012 11:10 PM EDT2012-05-02 03:10:35 GMT
Experts are weighing in on the risks and benefits of plastic surgery for teenagers. When you look in the mirror, are you happy or unhappy with what you see? Two teens spoke to Eyewitness News are lookingMore >>
Experts are weighing in on the risks and benefits of plastic surgery for teenagers.More >>
Brownsburg man shares manly side of breast cancer story
Brownsburg man shares manly side of breast cancer story
Updated: Tuesday, April 10 2012 6:08 PM EDT2012-04-10 22:08:39 GMT
Darrell Skaggs was diagnosed with breast cancer two years ago and is now trying to get other men to come forward with their story.More >>
Risky Call
Risky Call
Sandra Chapman investigates problems with ambulance response time.More >>

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