http://www.abcactionnews.com/content/health/default.aspx Health news and stories from ABCActionNews.com en-us Copyright 2009 The E.W. Scripps Co. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Sat, 04 Jul 2009 05:00:01 GMT Sat, 04 Jul 2009 22:46:02 GMT Health http://abcactionnews.com/sites/wfts/images/rss-logo.jpg http://www.abcactionnews.com/content/health/default.aspx 144 76 15 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/health/story/The-road-to-pet-recovery/eDfjK0Dao0GqbjboBe52MA.cspx?rss=816 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/health/story/The-road-to-pet-recovery/eDfjK0Dao0GqbjboBe52MA.cspx?rss=816 Age may be taking the bounce out of your dog's step, but he doesn't have to live his final years hobbling around in pain. Health Thu, 02 Jul 2009 21:00:00 GMT The road to pet recovery http://www.abcactionnews.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=15997@wfts.dayport.com&navCatId=16 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/health/story/An-inspirational-ending-to-Samis-story/ZXSUFgeT1EWzYcMwq-l6tA.cspx?rss=816 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/health/story/An-inspirational-ending-to-Samis-story/ZXSUFgeT1EWzYcMwq-l6tA.cspx?rss=816 A Pinellas County girl is about to undergo life-changing surgery. But it's what she's done leading up to this moment that is a lesson for us all. Health Wed, 01 Jul 2009 21:00:00 GMT An inspirational ending to Sami's story http://www.abcactionnews.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=15972@wfts.dayport.com&navCatId=16 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/health/story/Customized-hearing-implants/XQQvTLiv_0SZmEMGPQRRzA.cspx?rss=816 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/health/story/Customized-hearing-implants/XQQvTLiv_0SZmEMGPQRRzA.cspx?rss=816 Hearing implants and other devices are usually one size fits all, but a team of researchers has found a way to open a whole new world for the hearing impaired. Health Tue, 30 Jun 2009 21:00:00 GMT Customized hearing implants http://www.abcactionnews.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=15958@wfts.dayport.com&navCatId=16 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/health/story/Do-you-know-the-signs-of-a-stroke/4DaDWhqGukqBhH1HpongSQ.cspx?rss=816 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/health/story/Do-you-know-the-signs-of-a-stroke/4DaDWhqGukqBhH1HpongSQ.cspx?rss=816 It's America’s number three killer and number one cause of disability, but recent studies show the nation's stroke IQ is dangerously low. Health Mon, 29 Jun 2009 21:00:00 GMT Do you know the signs of a stroke? http://www.abcactionnews.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=15871@wfts.dayport.com&navCatId=16 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/health/story/What-is-hypertensive-heart-disease/uB_M2GUTlkypXGdyrONmNA.cspx?rss=816 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/health/story/What-is-hypertensive-heart-disease/uB_M2GUTlkypXGdyrONmNA.cspx?rss=816 A look at the cause and symptoms of the condition that may have led to the death of famous TV pitchman Billy Mays. Health Mon, 29 Jun 2009 19:07:13 GMT http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/health/story/FDA-looks-at-acetaminophens-liver-risk/a8eo2DkKAUOizh9pV8eecQ.cspx?rss=816 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/health/story/FDA-looks-at-acetaminophens-liver-risk/a8eo2DkKAUOizh9pV8eecQ.cspx?rss=816 The makers of Tylenol, Excedrin and other medications are trying to dissuade regulators from placing new restrictions on their popular painkillers. Health Mon, 29 Jun 2009 18:21:49 GMT http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/health/story/Red-Bull-Cola-stirs-cocaine-controversy/AbSSNKNiMkqgUhj4f1bCUA.cspx?rss=816 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/health/story/Red-Bull-Cola-stirs-cocaine-controversy/AbSSNKNiMkqgUhj4f1bCUA.cspx?rss=816 If you are a fan of energy drinks, you may be aware of a recent controversy concerning Red Bull Cola. Officials in Germany worry that they've found traces of cocaine... Health Wed, 24 Jun 2009 21:00:00 GMT Red Bull Cola stirs cocaine controversy http://www.abcactionnews.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=15815@wfts.dayport.com&navCatId=16 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/health/story/Going-under-the-knife-to-get-a-job/gWgOyFDCk0aysZ0Ex48hbg.cspx?rss=816 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/health/story/Going-under-the-knife-to-get-a-job/gWgOyFDCk0aysZ0Ex48hbg.cspx?rss=816 It’s a sign of the times: people resorting to cosmetic procedures to remain competitive in a tough job market. Health Mon, 29 Jun 2009 09:00:00 GMT Going under the knife to get a job http://www.abcactionnews.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=15856@wfts.dayport.com&navCatId=16 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/health/story/Extraordinary-results-from-experimental-surgery/LryAcLlJhE6D5c7oAf5f8Q.cspx?rss=816 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/health/story/Extraordinary-results-from-experimental-surgery/LryAcLlJhE6D5c7oAf5f8Q.cspx?rss=816 Kids with spinal cord injuries don't just struggle with paralysis. Many times, their major organs don't work properly. Health Thu, 25 Jun 2009 21:00:00 GMT Extraordinary results from experimental surgery http://www.abcactionnews.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=15841@wfts.dayport.com&navCatId=16 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/health/story/How-to-be-a-better-patient/-mzGn_jhvUKyAC9GJPZgzg.cspx?rss=816 http://www.abcactionnews.com:80/content/taking_action_for_you/health/story/How-to-be-a-better-patient/-mzGn_jhvUKyAC9GJPZgzg.cspx?rss=816 What information do you need to bring with you into the ER? Health Tue, 23 Jun 2009 21:00:00 GMT How to be a better patient http://www.abcactionnews.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=15796@wfts.dayport.com&navCatId=16