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MONDAY HEALTH REPORT: Sleep medicine doctor says regular sleep schedule matters more than hours of sleep
Posted 5:03 PM 7/6/2026 by WBRZ Staff
Summer nights can throw off sleep schedules, but a sleep medicine doctor says there are simple ways to stay on track.
Dr. Chafen Hart, a sleep medicine doctor with National Jewish Health, says having a regular sleep schedule is just as important, if not more critical, than the amount of (More)
7/3/2026
FRIDAY HEALTH REPORT: Grilling this Fourth of July raises cancer risk, but these steps can help
Posted 4:55 PM 7/3/2026 by WBRZ Staff
Grilling this summer comes with some health considerations worth knowing about, particularly around carcinogens.
"When you grill meats, there are certain chemicals that can be released that have potential to be a carcinogen, which means it can lead to cancer growth or increased risk for (More)
7/2/2026
THURSDAY HEALTH REPORT: Dietitian shares summer snack tips to keep kids eating healthy
Posted 5:40 PM 7/2/2026 by WBRZ Staff
Healthy snacking habits don't have to take a break just because school is out for the summer.
Shannon O'Meara, a registered dietitian with Orlando Health Center for Health Improvement, says pairing protein with fiber between meals can help keep kids feeling full. Foods like beans, nuts (More)
6/30/2026
Tuesday's Health Report: Ohio State survey finds 1 in 7 people have no primary care doctor
Posted 4:45 AM 7/1/2026 by WBRZ Staff
BATON ROUGE — A new survey from Ohio State shows one in seven people do not have a primary care doctor and one in three have not had a checkup in the past year.
That means millions of people are missing out on the wellness benefits of regular visits to a medical professional.
(More)...6/29/2026
Monday Health Report: Type of lens matters more than price when buying sunglasses, doctors say
Posted 5:40 PM 6/29/2026 by WBRZ Staff
Sunglasses do more than complete a summer look — they protect the eyes and the skin around them from sun damage.
Ophthalmologist Dr. Nicole Bajic said UV exposure can lead to serious conditions.
"There are many types of conditions that can be caused from significant UV (More)
6/22/2026
Survey reveals critical gaps in women's healthcare
Posted 5:16 AM 6/22/2026 by April Davis
BATON ROUGE- A new survey from Maven Clinic's Research Institute reveals that the healthcare system has long failed to treat women as whole people, with some of the clearest gaps showing up in GLP-1 and hormone care.
The research, conducted by Beyond the Script, looked at how women (More)
6/15/2026
MONDAY HEALTH REPORT: FDA warns skin lightening products may contain mercury and harmful ingredients
Posted 6:01 PM 6/15/2026 by WBRZ Staff
6/11/2026
THURSDAY HEALTH REPORT: New research targets melanoma recurrence with mRNA vaccine and immunotherapy
Posted 7:07 PM 6/11/2026 by WBRZ Staff
Melanoma accounts for a small number of skin cancer diagnoses in the U.S. but causes the most deaths from the disease and new research suggests an mRNA vaccine could help change that.
The American Cancer Society says those who survive melanoma are also more likely to develop it again. (More)...
6/8/2026
MONDAY HEALTH REPORT: Dermatologist names 5 common summer skin conditions to watch for
Posted 7:14 PM 6/8/2026 by WBRZ Staff
Summer heat, sweat and sun exposure can trigger a range of skin conditions, according to a dermatologist at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
Dr. Spencer Dunaway said the season brings a combination of factors that cause skin problems to flare.
"We tend to be hotter (More)
