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Program helps people quit smoking

Jackie Brousseau — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:18:27 GMT

A MassHealth pilot program helps low income smokers kick the habit.

Cancer survivor upset by new guidelines

Julie Tremmel — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:09:52 GMT

News that government experts are recommending regular mammograms begin at 50, not 40, has some breast cancer survivors shocked and worried.

Americans hesitant about health bill

Jackie Brousseau — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:54:34 GMT

A new poll finds the majority of Americans are not in favor of the current healthcare bills in Congress.

Swine flu more deadly than predicted

Elysia Rodriguez — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:50:00 GMT

Nearly 4,000 Americans have died from the swine flu -- that's about four times more than the estimates.

Study finds longer ER wait times

Jackie Brousseau — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:07:46 GMT

A new study in the Archives of Internal Medicine found patients are waiting longer and longer in the emergency room. Some health officials believe it's because the ER is being flooded with minor injuries, that could have been easily treated by a primary physician.

Swine flu scams hit the internet

Elysia Rodriguez — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:16:51 GMT

As millions continue to wait for the swine flu vaccine, a whole new industry of anti-flu products is booming online.

Giving employees extra sick time

Jackie Brousseau — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:25:34 GMT

Debate centers on requiring employers to give workers an additional five paid days off if they contract the H1N1 virus.

Lawmakers to debate drug coupon ban

Jackie Brousseau — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 17:07:24 GMT

Consumers in Massachusetts might soon be able to save on prescription drugs if a ban on drug coupons is lifted.

Swine flu's impact at the polls

Elysia Rodriguez — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:10:16 GMT

The continued spread of swine flu raises some concerns for voters heading to the polls.

Parents say no to swine flu vaccine

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:20:46 GMT

Mothers are wrestling with the dilemma of whether or not to have their Children vaccinated against the swine flu. Should you?

Why you can't find the H1N1 vaccine

Jackie Ibanez — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:17:09 GMT

Hundreds of thousands of doses of the swine flu vaccine have arrived in the Bay State in recent weeks. So, why can’t you get vaccinated? 22News is 'Working for You' with when you can get the vaccine.

Hospital visits restricted by swine flu

Jackie Brousseau — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:52:28 GMT

Hospitals across the country are changing visitation rules because of the swine flu virus.

Debate over charge for unhealthy people

Jackie Brousseau — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 16:34:38 GMT

The debate over the plan to overhaul the health care system has brought up another controversial issue -- whether to make unhealthy people pay more for health insurance.

New website helps swine flu response

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 12:24:48 GMT

Prompt treatment for the flu may be just what you need -- if you're sick and miserable with what you think might be swine flu. But then again -- maybe all you have is a bad cold. To get a better idea of what's wrong, a new website from Microsoft could help.

Swine flu vaccine arrives in state

Jackie Brousseau — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 15:41:00 GMT

The first doses of the swine flu vaccine have arrived at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield.

Signs of cancer men should not ignore

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 15:45:37 GMT

There are several clues that men should look out for to know if they have cancer. 22News visited Holyoke Medical Center on Thursday to talk with an oncologist about the warning signs.

Distracted driving called epidemic

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 20:33:29 GMT

While the meeting focused on drivers using cell phones and mobile devices, participants noted that distractions could include reaching into the back seat, applying makeup or eating.

Supplements with steroids examined

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:03:41 GMT

Congress rewrote the dietary supplements regulations in 1994. Some critics say the regulations are not strong enough.

The skinny on fatty foods

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 18:00:52 GMT

Grocery stores are filled with products targeting people trying to watch their weight. But when it comes to foods labeled with a certain percentage of fat - you may be getting more than you bargained for.

Type of skin cancer may leave you blind

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 22:11:55 GMT

22News Reporter Veronica Cintron has a warning about the harmful impact of prolonged sun exposure on your eyes.

Arthritis pills not as effective as they

Jackie Ibanez — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 17:05:31 GMT

Some arthritis supplements for pets may not be as effective as they claim.

Prostate cancer treatment gone bad

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:04:00 GMT

An oncologist blamed for botching cancer treatments at the Philadelphia Veterans Affairs Medical Center says he's not the rogue physician he's been portrayed to be.

Possible insulin drug cancer link

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:32:16 GMT

French drugmaker Sanofi-Aventis is countering a medical journal's finding that its insulin drug Lantus may be linked to a greater risk of cancer.

Cooling-Caps stop babies' brain damage

Jackie Ibanez — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 16:46:36 GMT

A new device is treating babies who suffer from a low level of oxygen or blood supply.

Mercy Medical Center opens online store

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 19:36:43 GMT

Sisters of Providence Health Systems has launched MercyPlus.com, an on-line store that offers health care and wellness products.

Household chores burn calories

Jackie Ibanez — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 16:00:30 GMT

If you're looking for a way to burn some calories and lift your spirits while you're at it -- try house cleaning.

Conn. company produces swine flu vaccine

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 11:46:51 GMT

A Connecticut company says it is producing tens of thousands of doses of a swine flu vaccine.

Cause of Huntington's discovered

Sat, 06 Jun 2009 00:12:57 GMT

Scientists have solved a mystery surrounding a horrific illness: Why people with Huntington's disease harbor a faulty protein throughout their bodies but it destroys only certain brain cells.

Medical bills can lead to bankruptcy

Jackie Ibanez — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 16:02:36 GMT

All it takes is a one time surgical procedure to leave your wallet in critical condition.

Nancy Dell Viewer Mail

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 00:35:37 GMT

Please tell me how to find a truly healthful cereal for my kids?