Health

Stagnant water can draw plenty of mosquitoes to the area, leaving parents scratching their head over which bug sprays to use. Full story...

Every summer, love is in the air as brides and grooms prepare to walk down the aisle. When they get married, they gain a life partner. But in many cases, that is not all they gain. Full story...

Few things are as in style right now as saving money. You probably already figured out some ways to save on things like groceries and eating out, but what about ways to save money on prescription drugs? Full story...

Wednesday night, President Obama was on WWAY and ABC talking about where he sees the nation's healthcare system going. There has been a lot of talk about a proposed public healthcare system. As WWAY's Meghan Packer reports, folks around here have mixed feelings about the plan. Full story...

The health care debate affects all of us. UNCW nursing professor Kae Livsey broke down some of the pros and cons of the public option. Full story...

Cell phones and the internet may help us live longer, at least when the devices are used to keep good communication between patients and their doctors. Full story...

Stimulant drugs are widely prescribed to children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and they are proven to help kids focus. But a new study suggests the medications may also carry a slight risk for sudden death in kids and teens. Full story...

Men who have prostate cancer, that has begun to spread, can benefit from hormone-suppression therapy. A new study shows the survival odds are greater for patients who have long-term treatment. Full story...

If you want healthy kids, doctors warn limiting the amount of time they spend in front of the television, computer and video games. Full story...

Does menopause lead to memory loss? Researchers studied the verbal memory, working memory, and brain processing speed of over 2000 women at four different points before and during their transition to menopause. Full story...

Those in need of a health check are in luck. Thursday the Health Bus is stopping in Wilmington to give out free health screenings. Full story...

The University of Delaware's baseball team has canceled its three-game series this weekend at UNCW because a Delaware player is sick. Full story...

Going to the hospital can generate a lot of anxiety for a patient, and their loved ones. New Hanover Regional Medical Center is using technology to help ease the pain. Full story...

What sort of diseases might be lurking in your DNA? Several companies now offer consumers the chance to have their genes analyzed to see if they might have a higher risk for some diseases. Full story...

What is the best way to fight obesity? Some public health experts claim a large tax on sugared beverages may be the single most effective way to get Americans to cut calories. Full story...