Friday, May 17 2013 2:36 PM EDT2013-05-17 18:36:10 GMT
Something magical is happening on the ice at Sugar Land Ice and Sports Arena.
Something magical is happening on the ice at Sugar Land Ice and Sports Arena. A group of children with autism, and others with chromosomal and mental disorders, is learning social interaction, physical endurance, and self assurance in the ice rink.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 1:46 PM EDT2013-05-14 17:46:30 GMT
Plastic surgeons all across the country were recently surveyed about plastic surgery trends. The results showed a staggering 31 percent increase in requests for surgery because of social media photo sharing.
Plastic surgeons all across the country were recently surveyed about plastic surgery trends. The results showed a staggering 31 percent increase in requests for surgery because of social media photo sharing.
Monday, May 6 2013 11:32 AM EDT2013-05-06 15:32:50 GMT
A pair of brothers from the Texas town of Porter are like most teens. They like to play video games, watch TV, hang out with their pets, but they have a lot more responsibilities and burdens than most.
A pair of brothers from the Texas town of Porter are like most teens. They like to play video games, watch TV, hang out with their pets, but they have a lot more responsibilities and burdens than most. Both of them rely on a heart pump to keep them alive.
Wednesday, May 1 2013 11:45 AM EDT2013-05-01 15:45:17 GMT
Studies show at least 80 percent of women have cellulite. It's just a fancy name for lumps of fat that push against tissue under the skin, but most women say there's nothing fancy about having it.
Studies show at least 80 percent of women have cellulite. It's just a fancy name for lumps of fat that push against tissue under the skin, but most women say there's nothing fancy about having it.
Tuesday, April 30 2013 3:52 PM EDT2013-04-30 19:52:21 GMT
If you've tried and tried to get rid of stubborn fat, you're definitely not alone. No matter how healthy you eat and exercise, it can still be hard to get rid of those lingering pounds.
If you've tried and tried to get rid of stubborn fat, you're definitely not alone. No matter how healthy you eat and exercise, it can still be hard to get rid of those lingering pounds. A group of Harvard scientists came up with an idea to freeze away the fat.
Monday, April 29 2013 5:40 PM EDT2013-04-29 21:40:41 GMT
A Houston-area doctor has a suggestion for anyone seeking a more youthful appearance. It involves a rough surface to remove the upper layers of the skin.
A Houston-area doctor has a suggestion for anyone seeking a more youthful appearance. It involves a rough surface to remove the upper layers of the skin.
We were thrilled when we had the opportunity to make the announcement on air at FOX 26 that a diabetic alert dog could be a very real possibility for a local family in need. It all started with the dream of the owners of...
We were thrilled when we had the opportunity to make the announcement on air at FOX 26 that a diabetic alert dog could be a very real possibility for a local family in need. It all started with the dream of the owners of...
Only on FOX: A young Brazilian woman, who lives in Kingwood, is comfortable having her image flashed across TV screens and on magazine covers.
Only on FOX: A young Brazilian woman, who lives in Kingwood, is comfortable having her image flashed across TV screens and on magazine covers.
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If you can't sleep, you have plenty of options: over the counter sleep medications, prescription sleeping drugs like Lunesta, Sonata or Ambien, or you can try a sleep supplements like melatonin.
But, sleep specialist Dr. Michael Breus says we're making some pretty big mistakes in how we use these sleep aids.
"Sometimes people can't fall asleep. Sometimes people can't stay asleep. Some people will wake up too early. Some people will have insomnia associated with pain, so only when they're feeling pain," said Breus.
If that's you, and you can't sleep because you're hurting, Breus says an over the counter pain medication with a sleep aid may help.
"If you find that you're taking one of those every single night and it's been months and months of doing it, you probably want to talk to your doctor about that. Are they safe? Yeah, they are safe. Are they effective? They can absolutely be effective if you're using them the right way, for the right situation," Breus said.
The same explanation applies to prescription sleep medications like Ambien.
"Ambien is an excellent drug when used appropriately. There have been a lot of stories about people doing different things, when taking Ambien: Sleep walking, sleep eating, sleep driving things like that," said Breus.
To lower your risk a problem like that, Breus says take it and turn the lights out. Don't brush your teeth, or wash your face.
"Because what happens is it lowers your inhibitions, and you're walking around and say, 'You know, I'm hungry! I think I'm going to go to McDonalds and get some fries!' Right? And you've got Ambien on board, and that is when bad stuff can definitely happen," said Breus.
If you're taking melatonin, and it's not working that well, Breus says rethink your timing.
"Melatonin is a sleep regulator, not a sleep initiator," explained Breus.
Melatonin can help trick your brain into thinking it's bedtime, but Breus says it can't actually make you sleepy. So, don't take it like a sleeping pill. Take it about 90 minutes before bed.
"Most people take it five minutes before lights out and it doesn't work. And they wonder why it doesn't work, so they take another one. And it's still not working and they take a third one. And that's where we start to see problems," Breus said.
Breus says if you're not sleeping well on a regular basis talk to your doctor about the problem. Remember, these medications can help you fall asleep, or stay asleep, but they don't really address what's causing your insomnia.
Friday, May 17 2013 6:28 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:28:40 GMT
Melanoma is considered the deadliest form of skin cancer. A veteran dermatologist says he used to see three to five melanomas a year. Now, he says, he sees that many in a week!
Melanoma is considered the deadliest form of skin cancer. A veteran dermatologist says he used to see three to five melanomas a year. Now, he says, he sees that many in a week!
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:00 PM EDT2013-05-17 03:00:47 GMT
A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows millions of American kids suffer from mental health problems. Experts believe as many as 20 percent of American children are affected.
A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows millions of American kids suffer from mental health problems. Experts believe as many as 20 percent of American children are affected.
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:02 AM EDT2013-05-16 04:02:20 GMT
Hundreds of American troops have lost a leg or arm in Afghanistan because of improvised explosive devices or homemade bombs.
Hundreds of American troops have lost a leg or arm in Afghanistan because of improvised explosive devices or homemade bombs. It was 29-year-old John Kremer's job to find those hidden bombs, and safely destroy them. That's what the Buford man was trying to do, when one of them exploded right under his feet.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 6:42 PM EDT2013-05-15 22:42:54 GMT
"You're fired!" Those are two words you never want to hear from anyone, especially your own doctor. But that can happen when patients and physicians don't see eye-to-eye.
"You're fired!" Those are two words you never want to hear from anyone, especially your own doctor. But that can happen when patients and physicians don't see eye-to-eye.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 7:48 AM EDT2013-05-14 11:48:46 GMT
There are more than 31 million Americans enrolled in Medicare Part D. And according to a recent survey, more than a third are worried about prescription drug costs.
There are more than 31 million Americans enrolled in Medicare Part D. And according to a recent survey, more than a third are worried about prescription drug costs.
Monday, May 13 2013 6:08 PM EDT2013-05-13 22:08:35 GMT
It was a risky delivery: a young mother who'd lost one baby at birth was delivering her second child by C-section.
It was a risky delivery: a young mother who'd lost one baby at birth was delivering her second child by C-section. She was surrounded by more than a dozen specialists and nurses. But this high stakes birth wasn't in a hospital operating room. It was at Zoo Atlanta.
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