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Aug 20, 2024 | 
wafb.com | Adahlia Thomas |Chuck Bennethum
ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) - About 38 million Americans are plagued with diabetes. Of those 38 million, almost nine million don't even know they have the condition. It's easy to go undiagnosed if you're asymptomatic or you don't know what to look for. Diabetes, often dubbed the "silent killer" can go unnoticed for years if one isn't aware of the warning signs. Early detection is key to preventing severe complications such as heart disease, kidney failure, and vision problems.
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Jul 23, 2024 | 
wafb.com | Adahlia Thomas |Roque Correa |Midwest Orthopaedics
CHICAGO, Ill. (Ivanhoe Newswire) - Traumatic brain injuries, or concussions, are very common among athletes, especially ones who play contact sports like football, hockey or soccer. In 2022, over 2 million children suffered from a TBI, according to the CDC. Concussion specialists at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush are on a mission to develop new ways to prevent and treat concussions in youth.
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Jun 24, 2024 | 
wafb.com | Adahlia Thomas |Bob Walko
ORLANDO, Fla. (IVANHOE NEWSWIRE) - Recent college graduates are preparing to join the workforce, but searching for a job can be daunting. On average, a graduate will spend three to six months searching for a job. In addition, about 53 percent of graduates are unemployed or working at a job that doesn't require a degree. When preparing to enter the job market, there are multiple things that you should keep in mind.
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Jun 20, 2024 | 
wafb.com | Adahlia Thomas |Roque Correa
ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) - PCOS, is a hormonal disorder that affects eight to 13 percent of reproductive-aged women. Now, recent research suggests that there might be a link between PCOS and cognitive decline later in life. PSOS, or polycystic ovarian syndrome, affects 116 million women worldwide and is characterized by hormonal imbalances, irregular periods, and cysts on the ovaries.
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Jun 3, 2024 | 
wafb.com | Adahlia Thomas |Bob Walko
ORLANDO, Fla. (IVANHOE NEWSWIRE) - Some people say you must lose big to win big. Michael Jordan is a notable person who experienced failure but didn't let it stop him. He didn't quit after he failed to make his high school basketball team. Oprah was fired from her first on-air job, but that motivated her to pursue her dreams. She is now a multimillionaire. Steve Jobs was fired from Apple and returned to make it one of the greatest tech companies of all time.
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May 21, 2024 | 
wafb.com | Adahlia Thomas |Bob Walko
ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) - One in five Americans over the age of 60 take fish oil supplements for various health benefits, like better heart, brain, eye, joint and skin health. But despite these potential benefits, there have been concerns about the safety and efficacy of fish oil supplements, particularly in high doses.
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May 6, 2024 | 
wafb.com | Adahlia Thomas |Bob Walko
ORLANDO, Fla. (IVANHOE NEWSWIRE) - With the rise of streaming services and online subscriptions, many consumers may be unaware of the total costs they're spending each month. According to Forbes, the average household spends more than $552 a month on various subscriptions, ranging from streaming platforms to software services. On average, people have more than 10 subscriptions and are paying close to $130 more than what they think they are actually paying. What can you do to avoid overpaying?
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Mar 20, 2024 | 
wafb.com | Adahlia Thomas |Roque Correa
ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) - Viruses tend to spread more easily in colder weather due to less humidity. There are a billion cases of the flu every year. According to the American Lung Association, adults get two to four colds a year. And right now, there are over 700 million COVID-19 cases around the world. A lot of people are concerned about how contagious they are once they feel better. When can they get back to their regular schedules?
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Feb 21, 2024 | 
wafb.com | Adahlia Thomas |Roque Correa
ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) - Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are more than uncomfortable, they can be painful and cause other health issues. UTIs occur when bacteria make contact with the urethra, and it's quite common. According to the Urology Care Foundation, about 10 in 25 women and three in 25 men will contract a UTI in the United States. Symptoms of the condition almost always start immediately, but asymptomatic UTIs, or silent UTIs, exist and are harder to track.
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Feb 19, 2024 | 
wafb.com | Adahlia Thomas |Bob Walko
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Colder temperatures can lead to higher utility bills for people looking to stay warm, but there are ways to prevent that from happening. For every degree you turn the thermostat up, it will increase your heating bill by three percent. To cut costs, try lowering your thermostat by 10 degrees during the day while you're at work. You can save up to 10 percent on your energy bill. Some other steps to take include having your heating system professionally serviced.
