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Thin Fantasy or Nightmare
Thin Fantasy or Nightmare P’etra is a model and her agency recently told her she needs to lose two inches from her waist. “I heard a lot about this tapeworm diet, and it has me a little intrigued. I was wondering if it’s a good option for me and if it’s safe,” she asks. P’etra joins The Doctors in the audience as parasitologist Dr. Scott Smith explains how tapeworms attach to your intestines and grow inside your body. The Doctors 11/06/2012 44,688 Views
Norovirus Awareness: Fact or Fiction?
Norovirus Awareness: Fact or Fiction? Norovirus: Fact or Fiction? Is is the same as the stomach flu? Can you catch if from touching a doorknob or from sharing a meal? The Doctors 03/18/2013 455 Views
Natalie's TB Survival Story
Natalie's TB Survival Story Natalie Skipper talks about her struggle with tuberculosis. globalpost 07/27/2012 4,670 Views
How to Prevent the Spread of Norovirus
How to Prevent the Spread of Norovirus Learn how to prevent the spread of norovirus in your home. The Doctors 03/18/2013 16,244 Views
Causes and Treatment for Hantavirus
Causes and Treatment for Hantavirus Learn the causes of hantavirus and how to treat the infection. The Doctors 10/05/2012 6,302 Views
Bonnie Shares Her West Nile Virus Story
Bonnie Shares Her West Nile Virus Story Bonnie, a runner in her 40s, didn’t think twice when a mosquito bit her while she was mowing the lawn. When she started feeling sick and having headaches a few days later, she thought she had the flu, but her symptoms continued to get worse. She described them to her boss, who did some research online and told her it sounded like West Nile. The Doctors 01/14/2013 86,716 Views
Kidney Stone Causes and Prevention
Kidney Stone Causes and Prevention Urologist Dr. David Josephson explains the causes of kidney stones and preventative measures to keep them from recurring. The Doctors 02/22/2013 28,512 Views
Meningitis Explained
Meningitis Explained If you or your child has a stiff neck and increased confusion, you might have meningitis, which is when the menges around the brain and the spinal cord become inflamed, usually due to an infection. The Doctors 01/14/2013 3,490 Views
Pill Shuck
Pill Shuck Are expired meds still effective? A new study by the California Poison Control System thinks so. With drug shortages and a bloated health bill, we need to get thrifty. HP Live Segments 10/18/2012 292 Views
Genetic Sequencing Enables Twins to Find Cure
Genetic Sequencing Enables Twins to Find Cure A set of twins suffered from an unknown illness their whole life... until they were cured after whole genome sequencing. NBCHealth 01/17/2013 222 Views
Wolfram Syndrome Explained
Wolfram Syndrome Explained Austin, 22, suffers from Wolfram syndrome, a rare genetic disease that causes diabetes, deafness, renal problems and compromises eyesight. At the young age of 2, Austin was diagnosed with cataracts and his sight continued to deplete as he grew older. The Doctors 02/12/2013 44,996 Views
Scabies: Do You Have It? (Prob Not)
Scabies: Do You Have It? (Prob Not) Just because you're itchy and have rashes doesn't mean it's scabies -- see what might be getting to you. Nightcap 02/26/2013 726 Views
Toni Braxton on Living with Lupus
Toni Braxton on Living with Lupus Grammy-winning recording artist Toni Braxton opens up about her diagnosis of lupus, a mysterious, autoimmune disorder that attacks a wide range of body parts, from joints and skin to the brain, blood vessels, kidneys and other vital organs. The Doctors 02/08/2013 70,475 Views
Discover Cleveland Hernia Clinic
Discover Cleveland Hernia Clinic Doctor Samuel Szomstein from the Cleveland Clinic discusses hernia, its cause and treatments. NBCHealth 01/24/2013 284 Views
Having Multiple Sclerosis Helped Me Find My Husband
Having Multiple Sclerosis Helped Me Find My Husband A diagnoses of Multiple Sclerosis used to mean no children and a shorter lifespan, but today doctors and patients are successfully fighting back against this disease. Guest Kate Milliken shares her story with host Nancy Redd. HuffPost Live Highlights 03/26/2013 233,122 Views

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