How to handle the holidays

It is time to start enjoying the holiday season but if you are struggling with your weight or worried about it, how do you make those two come together?

Safety tips you need to know when deep-frying a turkey

The star of the Thanksgiving table is obvious, but the safety concerns over frying a turkey has contributed to the holiday becoming the peak day for home cooking fires.

Shedding the Light on Eating Disorders event Nov. 30

Millions of Americans have an eating disorder. Former Miss America Kirsten Haglund is working to shed some more light on the condition and how to beat it. 

Yoga therapy being used to treat chronic pain

Researchers are experimenting with a "new" kind of therapy for those with chronic pain, but it's a practice that's quite timeless. 

NutriBullet owners claim devices 'burst;' caused severe burns and cuts

At least 14 owners of the popular 'NutriBullet' blender are suing the company after they say their devices burst during use and left them with severe lacerations or painful burns, but the company is pushing back in a conversation with FOX 11.

Rev. Jesse Jackson discloses Parkinson's disease diagnosis

The Rev. Jesse Jackson disclosed publicly Friday that he has been seeking outpatient care for two years for Parkinson's disease and plans to "dedicate" himself to physical therapy to slow the progress of the disease.

Rise in teen suicide, social media coincide -- is there link?

An increase in suicide rates among U.S. teens occurred at the same time social media use surged and a new analysis suggests there may be a link.

The Great American Smokeout Nov. 16

An estimated 36 million Americans smoke cigarettes. Every year, on the third Thursday of November, smokers across the nation take part in the American Cancer Society Great American Smokeout event.

FDA approves 'smart pill' equipped with tracking sensor
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U.S. regulators have approved the first digital pill with an embedded sensor to track if patients are taking their medication properly, marking a significant step forward in the convergence of healthcare and technology.

Tips for portioning out the right meal this Thanksgiving

As you sit down for the big meal next week, it can be an opportune time to pay attention to how fast you eat your food. 

Half of US adults have high blood pressure after new guidelines

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) -- New guidelines lower the threshold for high blood pressure, adding 30 million Americans to those who have the condition, which now plagues nearly half of U.S. adults.

Half of US adults have high blood pressure in new guidelines

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) - New guidelines lower the threshold for high blood pressure, adding 30 million Americans to those who have the condition, which now plagues nearly half of U.S. adults.

What you should know about new blood pressure guidelines

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — New guidelines lower the threshold for high blood pressure, adding 30 million Americans to those who have the condition, which now plagues nearly half of U.S. adults.

Study: American men fathering children at older age

Move over George Clooney; you've got company. Recent research shows American men across all regions and races are fathering children at an older age.