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Scientists Study iPad's Impact on Children

Scientists Study iPad's Impact on Children

So just what is that iPad or iPhone screen doing to your toddler's brain? Read »

May 23, 2012

Canine Critical Thinking

Researchers at Emory University use MRIs to probe the thought process of dogs to improve training for service... Watch »

May 23, 2012

Coffee Drinking Linked to Longer Life

Coffee drinkers could live longer than those who don't indulge in a daily cup of joe. A recent study found men... Watch »

May 23, 2012

Breast Cancer Vaccine Shows Promise

New vaccine shown to cut risk of breast cancer in half. Rachel McNeill reports. Watch »

May 18, 2012

South Bay Program Gives Uninsured a Healthy Lifeline

In these tough economic times, having health insurance is a luxury many families just can't afford. But the uninsure Watch »

May 17, 2012

The New Fight Against Alzheimer's

NBC Bay Area's Brent Cannon sits down with Bill Fisher, CEO of the Alzheimer's Association Northern California,... Watch »

May 15, 2012

Genentech Gets Alzheimer's Drug Trial

Bay Area scientists hunt ways to stall Alzheimer's earlier Watch »

May 16, 2012

Are Allergy Meds Causing Other Health Problems?

Your dry eyes could lead to other problems. Watch »

May 16, 2012
Rare Infection Claims Beloved Palo Alto High Grad

Rare Infection Claims Beloved Palo Alto High Grad

Bacterial meningitis claimed Emily Benatar, 19, who graduated from Palo Alto High School last Read »

May 11, 2012

Breast Feeding on Time Magazine Cover...

Time Magazine went way out there to draw attention to get readers interesting in Watch »

May 11, 2012

Feeling The Burn of Risky Tanning Habits

A new study highlights risky tanning habits among young adults. "People who have any kind of indoor... Watch »

May 11, 2012

Time Magazine Nursing Photo Spurs Furor

A provocative photograph of a Southern California woman nursing her three-year-old has caused a stir on... Watch »

May 10, 2012

Wrinkle Reducer

A new anti-wrinkle treatment uses your own skin to fix smile lines. Watch »

May 10, 2012

Nail Gel Dangers

Nail polish that lasts for weeks comes with a risk. Watch »

May 9, 2012

Chubby Baby Could be a Sign of Obesity

New study proves that healthy toddler diets are critical in the prevention of obesity. Watch »

May 8, 2012

Allergies Making People Miserable

Allergy season has hit with a vengeance. Allergists predict more people will suffer this Watch »

May 7, 2012

Amputees Learn to Excel at Sports

At the UCSF Human Performance Center, amputees receive specialized prosthetic limbs and training that will... Watch »

May 6, 2012

Four Overlooked Symptoms You Shouldn't Ignore

Your body is talking, but you may not be listening and emergency doctors say that could be a life... Watch »

May 3, 2012

Health Care Centers Get Some Cash

A big check means more check ups for more south bay families. Money is coming from President Obama's... Watch »

May 2, 2012

The Doctor Will See You Now

The nation's new health care system is now a fact in San Jose. Watch »

May 2, 2012
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