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Hoosiers advised to take care while swimming

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State health officials are urging people to be careful as they head for Indiana's lakes and other bodies of water for summer recreation. More>>

St. Vincent Health announces job cuts

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One of Indiana's largest health systems says it's cutting an undisclosed number of jobs by June 30 because of increasing economic and competitive pressure on the health care industry. More>>

Study: Amphibians disappearing at alarming rate

A new study has determined for the first time just how quickly frogs and other amphibians are disappearing around the United States, and the news is not good. More>>

U.S. teen birth rate plummets

Teen birth rates in the United States are dropping sharply, especially among Hispanic teens, according to a new government report. More>>

Too few kids use fast-food calorie info

Kids who eat fast food at least twice a week are 50 percent less likely to use calorie and nutritional information than kids who eat fast food less often. More>>

Simple steps can protect pets in weather disasters

In the aftermath of this week's deadly tornado, many people in Oklahoma are not only struggling to care for children and relatives, but also their pets. More>>

WTHR Blood Drive set for May 31, June 1

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By donating blood you can help save somebody's life. That's why WTHR is teaming up with the Indiana Blood Center to ensure an adequate blood supply for Central Indiana. More>>

Americans still making unhealthy choices

The overall health of Americans isn't improving much, with about six in 10 people either overweight or obese and large numbers engaging in unhealthy behaviors like smoking, heavy drinking or not exercising. More>>

Weather worries can threaten a child's mental health

The monstrous tornado that devastated Moore, Okla., on Monday, killing dozens of adults and children, is a stunning example of violent weather that can affect a child's mental well-being. More>>

Student suicide may spur similar thoughts in teens

When a classmate commits suicide, teens are more likely to consider or attempt suicide themselves, according to a new study. More>>

IU Health removing sugary drinks from hospitals

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Visitors and employees of Indiana University Health will no longer be able to buy sugary drinks from cafeterias, vending machines and gift shops on hospital campuses. More>>

Pacers' Hill remains day-to-day with concussion

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Pacers guard George Hill was still listed as day-to-day with a concussion and there are new concerns he may not be able to play the rest of the season. More>>

Heart patient becomes IMS reporter for Riley

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Bailey Hunsberger feels her good fortune is abundant as she hitches a ride on the IU Health Lifeline Helicopter as it heads to the track. Eyewitness News tagged along as Hunsberger started her first day as "Riley's Roving Track Reporter." More>>

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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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Change the Play
Change the Play
Sign up here for a chance to be invited to a block party with Andrew Luck. When we work together, we accomplish more. That's why Riley Hospital for Children at Indiana University Health has partnered with Andrew Luck to bring kids together to tackle one of the growing concerns we face today—childhood nutrition and health. With Andrew's help, we're encouraging kids to challenge themselves to make better choices when it comes to food and exercise.More >>
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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Indiana family works to raise awareness of rare genetic disorder
Indiana family works to raise awareness of rare genetic disorder
Updated: Friday, May 17 2013 12:53 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:53:51 GMT
At the age of 9, Lauren Pfeiffer is into the same things most girls her age love: Justin Bieber. Playing softball. Hanging out with friends. Even her strawberry blonde hair is a family trademark. ButMore >>
There is one thing that sets Lauren Pfeiffer apart from other girls, and from most people. She can't stop eating.More >>
Seat-belt enforcement campaign runs through June 2
Seat-belt enforcement campaign runs through June 2
Updated: Friday, May 17 2013 4:45 AM EDT2013-05-17 08:45:52 GMT
Indiana law enforcement agencies have begun a two-week effort to enforce seat belt use on the state's highways. The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute says more than 250 law enforcement agencies in thisMore >>
Indiana law enforcement agencies have begun a two-week effort to enforce seat belt use on the state's highways.More >>
Fitness in middle age may help shield men from cancer later
Fitness in middle age may help shield men from cancer later
Men who are physically fit in middle age have a lower risk of developing and dying from certain cancers, new research indicates.More >>
Men who are physically fit in middle age have a lower risk of developing and dying from certain cancers, new research indicates.More >>
New drug may help immune system fight cancer
New drug may help immune system fight cancer
An experimental drug that taps the power of the body's immune system to fight cancer is shrinking tumors in patients for whom other treatments have failed, an early study shows.More >>
An experimental drug that taps the power of the body's immune system to fight cancer is shrinking tumors in patients for whom other treatments have failed, an early study shows.More >>
FDA: Lower Ambien's dose to prevent drowsy driving
FDA: Lower Ambien's dose to prevent drowsy driving
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Thursday that it is asking manufacturers of sleep medications containing zolpidem -- including Ambien -- to lower the recommended doses.More >>
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Thursday that it is asking manufacturers of sleep medications containing zolpidem -- including Ambien -- to lower the recommended doses.More >>
Bike and ATV safety
Bike and ATV safety
Updated: Thursday, May 16 2013 4:50 AM EDT2013-05-16 08:50:09 GMT
As the weather finally warms up, you are probably seeing more and more kids on bikes, and ATVs. We want to take a moment to remind parents how important it is for kids to wear a helmet when they do eitherMore >>
As the weather finally warms up, you are probably seeing more and more kids on bikes, and ATVs.More >>
Doctors approve cholesterol testing on younger children
Doctors approve cholesterol testing on younger children
Updated: Wednesday, May 15 2013 11:31 PM EDT2013-05-16 03:31:40 GMT
Heading for a heart attack. Do you know how old your kid's arteries are? They may be older than you think. You wouldn't know it to watch her compete in cheerleading, but 13-year-old Kennedy JeffersonMore >>
Doctors at St. Vincent Peyton Manning Children's Hospital are offering targeted cholesterol tests to children with risk factors.More >>
Community Health Network partners with MD Anderson Cancer Center
Community Health Network partners with MD Anderson Cancer Center
Updated: Wednesday, May 15 2013 6:04 PM EDT2013-05-15 22:04:15 GMT
Wanda Murphy of Fairland, 72, is a survivor of thyroid and breast cancer. It's the more rare vulvar cancer that now is in its third recurrence that makes her treatment complicated. "Every time I getMore >>
A new Community Health Network partnership with MD Anderson is helping Indiana patients.More >>
Keeping kids safe out in the summer sun
Keeping kids safe out in the summer sun
Updated: Wednesday, May 15 2013 7:50 AM EDT2013-05-15 11:50:58 GMT
All this week on Eyewitness News Sunrise, we are focusing on summer safety for your kids. Today, it's the importance of sunscreen. Skin cancer is the number one cancer in the U.S. We talked with oneMore >>
All this week on Eyewitness News Sunrise, we are focusing on summer safety for your kids. Today, it's the importance of sunscreen. More >>
Purdue seeks infants for child autism study
Purdue seeks infants for child autism study
Updated: Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:22 AM EDT2013-05-15 09:22:02 GMT
Purdue University scientists studying how autism develops in young children are seeking the infant siblings of autistic youngsters for a new study of the mysterious disorder. The researchers are enrollingMore >>
Purdue University scientists studying how autism develops in young children are seeking the infant siblings of autistic youngsters for a new study of the mysterious disorder.More >>
Women make tough decisions after test for breast cancer gene
Women make tough decisions after test for breast cancer gene
Updated: Tuesday, May 14 2013 10:42 PM EDT2013-05-15 02:42:25 GMT
Women are facing tough decisions when they learn they have a gene which puts them at a higher risk of getting cancer. Actress Angelina Jolie announced Tuesday she had a double mastectomy when she learnedMore >>
Women are facing tough decisions when they learn they have a gene which puts them at a higher risk of getting cancer.More >>
NTSB pushes for lower blood alcohol limit
NTSB pushes for lower blood alcohol limit
Updated: Tuesday, May 14 2013 10:20 PM EDT2013-05-15 02:20:15 GMT
The National Transportation Safety Board wants states to make big changes to greatly reduce the number of lives lost in drunk driving crashes. NTSB staff announced its proposals Tuesday on the 25th anniversaryMore >>
The NTSB says if all 50 states changed the blood alcohol limit to .05, 1,000 lives could be saved each year. The board is also suggesting installing ignition interlocks for all drunk driving offenders.More >>
Even low levels of lead hamper kindergartners' reading skills
Even low levels of lead hamper kindergartners' reading skills
Even children with low levels of lead in their blood score lower on reading-readiness tests when they begin kindergarten, a new study found.More >>
Even children with low levels of lead in their blood score lower on reading-readiness tests when they begin kindergarten, a new study found.More >>
Healthy lifestyle may offset job stress
Healthy lifestyle may offset job stress
Job stress increases the risk of heart disease, but living a healthy lifestyle can significantly reduce that risk, a new study says.More >>
Job stress increases the risk of heart disease, but living a healthy lifestyle can significantly reduce that risk, a new study says.More >>
Making sure your kids are ''Street Smart''
Making sure your kids are ''Street Smart''
Updated: Tuesday, May 14 2013 5:26 AM EDT2013-05-14 09:26:50 GMT
All this week on Eyewitness News Sunrise, we are focusing on summer safety for your kids. Summertime is often referred to in the medical field as "trauma season", because so many more accidents happenMore >>
There is something many parents probably didn't know about: why your young children may not see cars approaching when they cross the street.More >>
Doctors warn of backyard weed with hallucinogenic effects
Doctors warn of backyard weed with hallucinogenic effects
Updated: Friday, May 10 2013 10:55 PM EDT2013-05-11 02:55:15 GMT
Emergency room doctors are warning of a dangerous new way to get high. Teenagers are smoking a flower that may be growing in your backyard. It grows in about any Indiana field, even backyard gardens.More >>
Emergency room doctors are warning of a dangerous new way to get high. Teenagers are smoking a flower that may be growing in your backyard.More >>

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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 >>
For older women, mammograms every 2 years found as good as annual test
For older women, mammograms every 2 years as good as annual test
For older women ages 66 to 74, getting a mammogram every two years appears as good as getting one every year.More >>
For older women ages 66 to 74, getting a mammogram every two years appears as good as getting one every year.More >>

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U.S. teen birth rate plummets
U.S. teen birth rate plummets
Teen birth rates in the United States are dropping sharply, especially among Hispanic teens, according to a new government report.More >>
Teen birth rates in the United States are dropping sharply, especially among Hispanic teens, according to a new government report.More >>
Americans still making unhealthy choices
Americans still making unhealthy choices
The overall health of Americans isn't improving much, with about six in 10 people either overweight or obese and large numbers engaging in unhealthy behaviors like smoking, heavy drinking or not exercising.More >>
The overall health of Americans isn't improving much, with about six in 10 people either overweight or obese and large numbers engaging in unhealthy behaviors like smoking, heavy drinking or not exercising.More >>
Student suicide may spur similar thoughts in teens
Student suicide may spur similar thoughts in teens
When a classmate commits suicide, teens are more likely to consider or attempt suicide themselves, according to a new study. More >>
When a classmate commits suicide, teens are more likely to consider or attempt suicide themselves, according to a new study. More >>
Genes may boost woman's risk of postpartum depression
Genes may boost woman's risk of postpartum depression
Pregnant women with specific alterations in two genes may be at increased risk of suffering depression after giving birth, a small new study suggests.More >>
Pregnant women with specific alterations in two genes may be at increased risk of suffering depression after giving birth, a small new study suggests.More >>
Managing seasonal allergies
Managing seasonal allergies
Although spring arrived late this year in parts of the United States, the summer allergy season will still be strong, according to a sinus expert at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.More >>
Although spring arrived late this year in parts of the United States, the summer allergy season will still be strong, according to a sinus expert at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.More >>
Cellphone use may reveal your dominant brain
Cellphone use may reveal your dominant brain
New research suggests the dominant side of your brain may make the call on which ear you choose to use while talking on your cellphone.More >>
New research suggests the dominant side of your brain may make the call on which ear you choose to use while talking on your cellphone.More >>
Angelina Jolie will have ovaries removed to lower chances of cancer
Angelina Jolie will have ovaries removed to lower chances of cancer
Film star Angelina Jolie will have her ovaries removed to help lower her odds for ovarian cancer, People magazine reported Wednesday.More >>
Film star Angelina Jolie will have her ovaries removed to help lower her odds for ovarian cancer, People magazine reported Wednesday.More >>
Gene variations may explain weight gain among men, women
Gene variations may explain weight gain among men, women
Weight gain in men and women is predicted by two different genetic variations -- so-called polymorphisms, according to a new study from the Netherlands.More >>
Weight gain in men and women is predicted by two different genetic variations -- so-called polymorphisms, according to a new study from the Netherlands.More >>
Rich 'cougar,' 'sugar daddy' stereotypes might not mirror reality
Rich 'cougar,' 'sugar daddy' stereotypes might not mirror reality
The notion of wealthy "sugar daddies" with young, pretty wives and well-heeled "cougar" women with handsome, young husbands may be more fiction than fact, new research suggests.More >>
The notion of wealthy "sugar daddies" with young, pretty wives and well-heeled "cougar" women with handsome, young husbands may be more fiction than fact, new research suggests.More >>
Nearly half of high schoolers text while driving
Nearly half of high schoolers text while driving
Close to half of U.S high school students text while driving, a habit that dramatically increases their risk of getting into a potentially fatal car crash, a new study shows.More >>
Close to half of U.S high school students text while driving, a habit that dramatically increases their risk of getting into a potentially fatal car crash, a new study shows.More >>

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Anne Marie Tiernon
Anne Marie Tiernon
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 >>
Do you have an idea for a health feature? Contact Healthbeat reporter Anne Marie Tiernon.More >>
Local Services
Local Services
A list of health services available in the central Indiana area. More >>
National Health Web Sites
Links to other health web sites. More >>

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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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