Women's Health - Videos

Men With Divorced Parents Have Higher Risk of Stroke

A study by the University of Toronto says men who have divorced parents, are 3 times more likely to suffer from a stroke.

The Benefits of Weight Loss Surgery

Does gastric bypass surgery lead to lower incidence of diabetes, hypertension, and abnormal cholesterol levels?

The Advantages and Disadvantages of Taking Aspirin

Does an aspirin a day keep heart attack and strokes away? Is the risk of serious bleeding worth the benefit? The advantages and disadvantages of the so-called "wonder drug."

How Fred Survived an Alligator Attack

On July 8, 2012, 17-year-old Kaleb "Fred" Langdale of Moore Haven, Florida was taking a dip in the Caloosahatchee River with his friends. As he swam across the river, Kaleb heard his friends shout that there was an alligator in the water. Watch as Fred recounts his terrifying encounter with the 11-foot alligator.

Allie and Stephanie's Action Plan After the Aurora Attack

On July 20, 2012 tragedy struck citizens of Aurora, Colorado, when a gunman opened fire inside a crowded movie theatre. Fifty eight people were injured and 12 were killed. Best friends Allie and Stephanie were both there on that fateful night and barely survived the attack.

Allie's Neck Wound During the Aurora Massacre

On July 20, 2012 tragedy struck citizens of Aurora, Colorado, when a gunman opened fire inside a crowded movie theatre. Fifty eight people were injured and 12 were killed. Best friends Allie and Stephanie were both there on that fateful night and barely survived the attack.

How Allie and Stephanie Escaped the Aurora Massacre

On July 20, 2012 tragedy struck citizens of Aurora, Colorado, when a gunman opened fire inside a crowded movie theatre. Fifty eight people were injured and 12 were killed. Best friends Allie and Stephanie were both there on that fateful night and barely survived the attack.

Brown Recluse Infestation

Rodents and insects can make their homes in the dark, dry corners of your home. Meet Dylan, a man who's learned to live with the brown recluse spiders infesting his apartment. Plus, how to protect your family from poisonous spider bites.

Phthalates in Beauty Products

A specific ingredient in your favorite beauty products could pose serious risks to your health. Phthalates, chemicals found in some hairsprays, gels, lotions and self-tanners may disrupt your hormones, increase your risk of metabolism disorder and even double your risk of diabetes! Learn more.

Health Hazards of Bandage Dresses

Find out how your sexiest, body-hugging dress can harm your health.

Avoiding Cross Contamination While Cooking

Chef Devin Alexander shares tips to avoid cross contamination while cooking.

The Dangers of Distressed Jeans

Distressed jeans may look may be fashionable, but the sandblasting process they go through to achieve that look may cause lung disease.

Should Men Steer Clear of Skinny Jeans?

Men: Should you steer clear of skinny jeans? E.R. physician Dr. Travis Stork explains how wearing too-tight jeans can lead to testicular torsion.

Umbrella Use Health Safety Tips

Breaking out your umbrella this fall? Before you open it, Dr. Sears reveals why it could cause you to sneeze, itch and even develop fungal infections.

Harmful Levels of Lead Were Found in Handbags

Could you be carrying a harmful toxin around with you every day? Recently, The Center for Environmental Health found dangerous levels of lead in purses.

Do No Harm Hospitals: Not As Safe As We Think?

Medical mistakes are the fifth leading cause of death in the US. How can more transparency and accountability revolutionize health care and make our hospitals safer? Joining the conversation are Dr. Marty Makary, Alex Schrobenahuser-Clonin, Barbara Thomas and Joe Graedon.

Do No Harm - Hospitals: Not As Safe As We Think?

Medical mistakes are the fifth leading cause of death in the US. How can more transparency and accountability revolutionize health care and make our hospitals safer? Joining the conversation are Dr. Marty Makary, Alex Schrobenahuser-Cloban, Barbara Thomas and Jon Graedon.

Is Mold Hiding in Your Home?

Mold can range from a simple allergen to a deadly toxin and the health consequences depend on your age, your immune system and the type of mold you're exposed to. It grows in moist, dark places, from your bathroom to your closet and even your umbrella!

Punchline, Or Lifeline? - How Comedians Are The New Therapists

Chris Gethard recently wrote a blog post to a suicidal fan. Has the resurgence of alt comedy blogs, podcasts & indie sitcoms created a new outlet for millennial angst? Also joining the conversation are Amanda Punshon, Chelsea Delaney, Ethan Thompson and Gabe Delahaye.

Time To Fight Loneliness

For all our causes, campaigns and socializing, we're letting loneliness flourish. It's fueling much of what ails us, from shootings, to irresponsibility to bad health. What can we do about it?

Pregnancy Tests in Pubs

Pregnancy tests in pubs? Learn about one bar that's installed a dispenser in their ladies' room.

Pill-O-Nomics - Birth Control: A Social AND An Economic Issue

Control of reproduction is an economic issue. False separation between social an economic issues ignores the link between birth control and a woman's professional life. Joining the conversation are Jeremiah Goulka, Samantha Parent Walravens, Soraya Chemaly and Zerlina Maxwell.

Restaurant Horrors

When dining out, have you ever wondered what your server or cook does when you're not watching? An anonymous food service employee divulges dirty secrets of the restaurant industry.

Real Cost Of Migraines - Migraines' Economic Toll On Society

Migraines are debilitating for sufferers and cost about $13 billion in annual economic losses, but they often aren't taken seriously. What will it take raise awareness?

Real Cost Of Migraines - Migraines' Economic Toll On Society

Migraines are debilitating for sufferers and cost about $13 billion in annual economic losses, but they often aren't taken seriously. What will it take raise awareness? Alicia Menendez is joined by Alexander Mauskop, Gretchen Rautman, Jennifer Engle, John Harris and Melissa Smithto discuss.

Make Shift Public Toilet Paper

Public restroom out of toilet paper? OB/GYN Dr. Lisa Masterson gives safety tips for makeshift wiping.

Mortgaging Your Womb - Fertility Loans: Predatory?

People are applying for loans from fertility lending firms that carry interest rates of as much as 22%. Could the housing crisis be reproducing itself in their ovaries? Joining the conversation are Peter Ubel, Jennifer Hunter, Russell Davis and Leah Campbell.

Study Says Music Could Have Healing Power

Holistic News: Music Heals --The University of Arizona Medical Center is using musical medicine to help heal patients. Norman Ni-priss is one of 100 ICU patients at UAMC participating in this unusual study on musical healing. Norman is a music lover and he was thrilled to be treated to a personal Performance from Carrol McLaughlin.

Mushroom Found to Heal Colitis

Containing PSP and his condition improved greatly. A study on a mushroom compound) , polysaccharo-peptide (PSP) which is found in the Coriolus versicolor Mushroom.

Chemical Scare - Fear Driving Chemicals Out Of Products?

Companies rush to replace chemicals in decades-old products, but how do we know the replacements are any safer? Do consumers pay the price for an obsession with safety? Nancy Redd is joined by Arlene Blum, Dr. Kevin Folta Susan Lamontagne, Robb Inglis and Dr. Josh Bloom to discuss.