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What is a double mastectomy?

Seth Stutman — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:20:07 GMT

We've all heard the news that Angelina Jolie has undergone a preventative double mastectomy, but what is the procedure really like?

10 health items every home needs

Mon, 13 May 2013 17:31:40 GMT

Every medicine cabinet should be stocked with staples such as bandages and fever thermometers and ice packs should always be handy in the home. But there are some other items that you should have around and you may be surprised to learn that they can be used for your health.

Foods that raise your cholesterol

Michelle Misiaszek — Tue, 07 May 2013 18:51:54 GMT

Most of us know that having high cholesterol in our blood can be bad for our hearts. Eating a diet that's high in saturated fat can raise your cholesterol levels. Registered Dietitian Nancy Dell told us which foods you should avoid.

Understanding bipolar disorder

Michelle Misiaszek — Mon, 06 May 2013 19:31:00 GMT

Bipolar Disorder is a serious mental illness that can feel like you're on an emotional roller coaster. Clinical psychologist Dr. Tim Hope shared more about this disorder.

Improving your digestive health

Michelle Misiaszek — Mon, 06 May 2013 19:29:51 GMT

Digestive health is often overlooked, but it might be the key to your overall health. Craig Fear, a Certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner with Pioneer Valley Nutritional Therapy, shared some tips on improving your digestive health.

Lower your cholesterol naturally!

Michelle Misiaszek — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 19:38:58 GMT

22News Registered Dietitian Nancy Dell told us some natural ways to lower your cholesterol without having to cut anything out of your diet!

Helping your family deal with tragedy

Michelle Misiaszek — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 20:25:50 GMT

When terror hits close to home, it's hard to make sense of the situation and for parents, it's even harder to talk to your kids about something that you're still processing.

Kickboxing 101

Seth Stutman — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 18:35:32 GMT

Fitness instructor Eliza Shirazi showed us how we can cardio-kickbox our way into fitness and learn a little self defense along the way!

Natural Menopause Remedies

Michelle Misiaszek — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 19:54:08 GMT

Associates in Women's Health Care is dedicated to offering women a total women's healthcare experience.

Burn calories with this workout!

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 19:34:37 GMT

Spring is here, which means swimsuit season is just around the corner. So to get your body ready, Elizabeth Lenart came to our studio to show us some calorie-burning exercises.

How to eat carbs on a diabetic diet

Michelle Misiaszek — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:54:16 GMT

22News Registered Dietitian Nancy Dell shares tips on how to eat carbs on a diabetic diet.

"La Esperanza" 2nd Latino Women's Healt

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 19:17:55 GMT

The organization "La Esperanza" also known as "The Hope of Pioneer Valley" is putting on their annual Latino Women's Health Forum.