Running a marathon requires mental strength as much as it does physical fitness. Each part of the marathon has its own mental challenges. Here are some tips on how to maintain your focus and win the mental
Running a marathon requires mental strength as much as it does physical fitness. Each part of the marathon has its own mental challenges. Here are some tips on how to maintain your focus and win the mental
While most people might start to think about sunscreen now that summer's approaching, dermatologists say you should wear it all year long! There are new federal rules on sunscreen to help you choose the
While most people might start to think about sunscreen now that summer's approaching, dermatologists say you should wear it all year long! There are new federal rules on sunscreen to help you choose the product that's best for you.
There are a lot of things to keep in mind when preparing for your first marathon—and I'm not talking about the months of training you already have planned and in some cases, finished. I'm talking about
There are a lot of things to keep in mind when preparing for your first marathon—and I'm not talking about the months of training you already have planned and in some cases, finished. I'm talking about
Another program that's gaining steam this spring at the Sanford power center is for golfers hoping to improve their game. Valley news team's Robert Hahn shows us a program designed to help shave a few
Another program that's gaining steam this spring at the Sanford power center is for golfers hoping to improve their game. Valley news team's Robert Hahn shows us a program designed to help shave a few strokes off your score, and maybe a few pounds along the way.
Children who wake up at night and are allowed to fall back asleep in their parents' bed are less likely to be overweight than kids put back into their own bed, a new study says. The study included nearly
Children who wake up at night and are allowed to fall back asleep in their parents' bed are less likely to be overweight than kids put back into their own bed, a new study says. The study included nearly
Thursday, May 10 2012 4:26 PM EDT2012-05-10 20:26:32 GMT
Older obese men with low levels of testosterone can lose weight when levels of the male hormone are restored to normal, a new study suggests. But it might not be the testosterone itself. Rather, it could
Older obese men with low levels of testosterone can lose weight when levels of the male hormone are restored to normal, a new study suggests. But it might not be the testosterone itself. Rather, it could
Thursday, May 10 2012 4:12 PM EDT2012-05-10 20:12:51 GMT
There seems to be a contagious fever going around Sanford Health in Fargo, but no one is complaining. That's because everyone loves babies and the fever is "baby fever". Eight nurses in the neo-natal
There seems to be a contagious fever going around Sanford Health in Fargo, but no one is complaining. That's because everyone loves babies and the fever is "baby fever". Eight nurses in the neo-natal
Thursday, May 10 2012 10:45 AM EDT2012-05-10 14:45:25 GMT
Rubinstein Taybi Syndrome
Treating rare diseases can be difficult...especially when some doctors don't know about them. That can be the case with a condition called Rubinstein Taybi Syndrome. Valley News Team's Amy Unrau shows us how having the right doctors can help lessen the disabilities that come with the condition.
Wednesday, May 9 2012 2:15 PM EDT2012-05-09 18:15:21 GMT
Treating rare diseases can be difficult, especially when some doctors don't know about them. That can be the case with a condition called Rubinstein Taybi Syndrome. Paul Myklebust of Dilworth says, "Kind
Treating rare diseases can be difficult, especially when some doctors don't know about them. That can be the case with a condition called Rubinstein Taybi Syndrome. Paul Myklebust of Dilworth says, "Kind
Tuesday, May 8 2012 4:30 PM EDT2012-05-08 20:30:14 GMT
Now there's another reason to hate your commute. New research has found that the longer your driving time between home and office, the less likely you are to exercise, the more your waistline widens
Now there's another reason to hate your commute. New research has found that the longer your driving time between home and office, the less likely you are to exercise, the more your waistline widens
Wednesday, May 2 2012 12:21 PM EDT2012-05-02 16:21:44 GMT
If you want to lose weight, get healthy and/or build muscle, hiring a personal trainer can be a step in the right direction. A good trainer can help you set up a program that meets your goals and teach
If you want to lose weight, get healthy and/or build muscle, hiring a personal trainer can be a step in the right direction. A good trainer can help you set up a program that meets your goals and teach
Tuesday, May 1 2012 8:22 AM EDT2012-05-01 12:22:58 GMT
If you're one of the more than 50 million people in the U.S. who suffer from some type of allergy, you don't have to resign yourself to misery this time of year. "There are plenty of things you can
If you're one of the more than 50 million people in the U.S. who suffer from some type of allergy, you don't have to resign yourself to misery this time of year. "There are plenty of things you can
Friday, April 27 2012 9:41 AM EDT2012-04-27 13:41:44 GMT
Car seats are an important purchase for any parent, and could save a child's life in the event of an accident. But picking one isn't as simple as a favorite color, or which one just looks good. If you're
Car seats are an important purchase for any parent, and could save a child's life in the event of an accident. But picking one isn't as simple as a favorite color, or which one just looks good. If you're
Thursday, April 26 2012 10:43 AM EDT2012-04-26 14:43:09 GMT
After two decades of steadily increasing rates of childhood obesity, at least one state may finally be turning things around. The rates of obesity in children under the age of 6 in eastern Massachusetts
After two decades of steadily increasing rates of childhood obesity, at least one state may finally be turning things around. The rates of obesity in children under the age of 6 in eastern Massachusetts
Wednesday, April 25 2012 8:14 PM EDT2012-04-26 00:14:18 GMT
Today at 5pm on Valley News Live in Fargo our experts will be talking about processed foods. What's your take? Is there one you can't live without no matter the nutrient content?
Processed foods: What's your take? Is there one you can't live without no matter the nutrient content?
Thursday, April 19 2012 9:38 AM EDT2012-04-19 13:38:09 GMT
As the weather continues to warm...kids will be trading in their coats and gloves for shorts and t-shirts and when playing outside...they could encounter poison ivy.
Thursday, April 12 2012 1:38 PM EDT2012-04-12 17:38:03 GMT
They finish each other's sentences, laugh at the same things -- meet two sisters who do everything together. But they never realized they would be diagnosed with the same rare heart condition just days apart. It was the same disease their mother died from 20 years ago.
Monday, April 9 2012 5:14 PM EDT2012-04-09 21:14:27 GMT
Babies can understand many words sooner than they can actually say them, a new study indicates. Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania say 6- to 9-month old babies learn the meaning of the words
Friday, March 30 2012 10:14 AM EDT2012-03-30 14:14:38 GMT
Dealing with aging parents and grandparents can be a delicate situation. These discussions between seniors and their adult-children can be tough and often times, emotionally charged.
Monday, March 26 2012 1:21 PM EDT2012-03-26 17:21:21 GMT
"But Mommy, I CAN'T go to sleep! My brain won't turn off!" If your child has made comments like this when you insist it's time to go to sleep, you may think he or she is just making up an excuse to to
Monday, March 26 2012 1:14 PM EDT2012-03-26 17:14:51 GMT
Recovering after surgery can be a long and painful process, especially for the most competitive athletes. Sanford Health offers a program called Pro-Athlete Rehab to help people get back on two feet and in shape.
Monday, March 26 2012 1:13 PM EDT2012-03-26 17:13:41 GMT
Sanford dietitians are reminding people the benefits of incorporating well balanced fruit and nutrients in their diet. Reminding the importance of taking a daily multi vitamin which can help fill in
Saturday, March 17 2012 11:02 AM EDT2012-03-17 15:02:25 GMT
Some 35-million Americans suffer from sneezing, sniffling, stuffiness and itchy eyes due to spring allergies and get ready for a long season. Those symptoms have sprung up early with a vengeance because of our unseasonal warm winter.
Medications taken by millions of Americans for mood disorders, high blood pressure, diabetes and other chronic conditions can have an unhealthy side effect: weight gain.
Friday, March 2 2012 12:46 PM EST2012-03-02 17:46:49 GMT
Staying healthy doubles in importance when a woman becomes pregnant. In the past, some women were encouraged to take it easy during pregnancy and some even took a break from their workouts
The older you get, the better you sleep, according to new research that challenges conventional wisdom that a good night's rest is harder to come by with age.
Menstrual cramps are the bane of many women, but new research suggests that a form of vitamin D may one day be added to the meager list of pain relievers for the sometimes disabling condition.
Breast cancers in women aged 40 to 49 that are diagnosed by mammograms have a better prognosis than those detected by doctors or the women themselves, a new study indicates.
Tuesday, February 21 2012 4:26 PM EST2012-02-21 21:26:13 GMT
In tonight's Healthier Me... You've probably heard it before, but never knew it had a name. It's something called 'vocal fry' -- and it's creeping into how young women talk and sing. Experts say this
While football helmets don't prevent concussions, good helmet fit might help reduce loss of consciousness that can follow a blow to the head, a new study finds.
The loss of a loved one can trigger deep emotional turmoil, but is the grief that follows a normal part of being human or is it a form of mental illness in need of diagnosis and treatment?
If the cutesy swooning, bouquets of flowers, and boxed chocolates of Valentine's Day is too much for you to bear.... Bear this in mind. Being in a loving relationship can have massive health benefits.
A U.S. survey reveals that in states that don't require driver's education before getting a license, about one-third of students skip driver's ed classes and more than half fail to undergo any formal behind-the-wheel training.
Taking a cold-water or ice bath may reduce exercise-related muscle soreness but it's not clear whether it can cause harmful side effects, a new evidence review indicates.
Researchers report that brain scans can help predict how people will perform a challenging mental task, a discovery that could lead to a better understanding of how the mind learns new things.
Online dating has upended traditional matchmaking, new research suggests, with more would-be suitors embracing the notion that Mr. or Ms. Right may only be a click away.
Like many activities, social networking sites offer both opportunities and risks for teens, and parents need to help their children use these sites wisely, the academy advises.
Child abuse and neglect cost the United States $124 billion a year, which is comparable to the costs of other major public health problems, a new government study shows.
Sleep apnea, the disorder marked by abnormal pauses in breathing during sleep, is already known to boost the risk of stroke. Now, a new study links sleep apnea to so-called silent strokes, in which there is tissue death in the brain without symptoms.
Overweight and obese adults are at significantly increased risk for lumbar spine disc degeneration, a potential cause of low back pain, researchers say.
The rate of home births in the United States has made a dramatic upturn since 2004, reversing a trend of decline throughout the 1990s, government health officials said Thursday.
First Lady Michelle Obama and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack unveiled on Wednesday new standards for school meals -- the first revisions in more than 15 years. The goal: To provide healthier meals and better nutrition for...
We're answering your questions about health and fitness with the help of our experts at Sanford Health. They're taking questions in a live chat at HealtherMe.tv.
The number of people diagnosed with autism will likely decrease if a new definition of the disorder is adopted by mental health experts later this year.
A local 22-year-old woman had gastric bypass surgery last year & since has lost 150 pounds. She's been so happy with her results & the team at Sanford that she sent her doctor a thank you letter. She's
Many people regard gossip as idle chatter that can harm people's reputations, but it may have some benefits, such as reducing stress, discouraging bad behavior and preventing exploitation.
There's more evidence that use of the oral contraceptive pill can help ease the cramps, bloating and other pain some women experience during their period.
Starting out how do you know what the best workout is and what you should be doing. Valley Today's John Trierweiler is live at the Sanford Power Center this morning, showing us how some workouts could be wasting our time.
Couples with similar jobs are more likely to have trouble finding a good work-life balance than those in different lines of work, according to a new study.
Thursday, January 12 2012 5:30 PM EST2012-01-12 22:30:50 GMT
A new unit at Sanford is changing the way people look at medicine and the patient experience. Roberta Young says, as a nurse and a woman, she knows that what's in there will help heal. "No matter who
One of these little batteries - about the size of a nickel - can cause some big problems for your child. While it is a choking hazard, there is also another very serious problem that could occur if one is swallowed.
Monday, January 9 2012 5:21 PM EST2012-01-09 22:21:29 GMT
Teenaged girls seem to be getting the message that some ways of losing weight can be dangerous. But the same study that found encouraging trends for teenaged girls found teenaged boys are not heeding the warnings about maintaining a health weight.
People who live 110 years or longer have as many disease-associated genes as those in the general population, but they may also be blessed with protective genes that help them live so long, researchers report.
Man's beloved four-legged friends not only respond to the words and ministrations of humans, dogs can understand and anticipate the intentions of their people, researchers are reporting.
Parents can involve their children in any New Year's fitness resolutions they may have in the works, says one fitness expert, by making exercise seem fun and exciting.
Chronic Sleep Deprivation can cause obesity, diabetes, even make you susceptible to a heart attack or stroke and you may not even recognize your a victim of it.
Quitting smoking is one of the most common New Year's resolutions, but it's easier said than done, with six of 10 smokers requiring multiple attempts before successfully kicking the habit.
While many cringe at the sight of needles, some women are turning to them for a chance to have a baby. Recent studies show acupuncture therapy increases the chances of In Vitro Fertilization by up to forty
The risk of burns increases over the holiday season because people are cooking more, putting up potentially flammable decorations and using fireplaces and candles.
Many of you are watching this newscast online tonight, taking part in our Sanford Health HealthierMe stress-free holidays web chat. Kristin Helgeson is live with Dr. Jon Ulven - A psychologist at Sanford Health. And Kristin, what kinds of questions are you getting?
Today we are addressing "everything" holiday stress related. We want to help you with that so tonight -- with the help of Sanford Health -- we're going to tackle this nasty issue and help you have a serene, calm, fun Christmas! Joining me now is Dr. Dan Sturgill - a psychologist at Sanford Health.
All day - with our partners Sanford Health - we've showed you how to ease, or even eliminate, stress during the holidays. Tonight, we want to put all that knowledge together, and get it to you in a quick and easy to understand way.
Holiday stress can be compounded if you are also derailing with grief and recent loss. We have the warning signs to look for if you have a loved one isolating themselves. Holiday parties and gatherings bring families together during this time of year. But what if a member of your family isn't with you any more.
Today's top HealthierMe stories: a popular prescription drug goes generic, 20% of people with HIV don't know they have the disease, and new side effects are found in kids that had a concussion.
Wednesday, November 30 2011 10:48 AM EST2011-11-30 15:48:28 GMT
A recent Associated Press article about a drop in the number of kids being vaccinated is causing concern. It says that about 6% of kids do not have all the necessary vaccinations. But the Minnesota Department
Women in their 40s with no family history of breast cancer are just as likely to develop invasive breast cancer as women whose mother or sister has had the disease, according to a new study.
Let's face it, nobody likes getting older -- from the back issues to the joint problems to the general aches and pains. But when you're faced with the scary alternative to getting older, in some cases, it may be a robot you have to thank for saving you.
If you get migraines, or if you know someone who does, you know just how debilitating they can be. But a small device is offering relief for many who've tried everything else.
A new study finds that people skilled at meditation seem able to turn off areas of the brain associated with daydreaming and psychiatric disorders such as autism and schizophrenia.
A rare medical condition turned one local families life upside down. It took two hospitals working together to save a baby suffering from the disease. Kamben Borts was diagnosed in the womb with "Prune
Valley News Live's Eric Crest shows us how a new Mayo Clinic study has shown a dramatic decrease in heart attacks, and they attribute that to city-wide and state-wide smoking bans.
Tuesday, November 15 2011 10:47 AM EST2011-11-15 15:47:36 GMT
A new Nordic Diet trend may be the perfect thing to try during the upcoming holiday season. Here are a couple recipes from dieticians at Sanford Health.
Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause permanent hearing loss. So if you're exposed to loud noise on the job or at home, the American Academy of Family Physicians suggests how you can protect your hearing:
Some older adults may turn to alcohol or cigarettes as a way to cope with financial stress, particularly men and people with less education, a new study suggests.
Good news for high-mileage runners: They may be able to help themselves to an extra serving at holiday meals because variations in diet are less likely to affect them, researcher say.
SUNDAY, Nov. 6 (HealthDay News) --By taking steps to reduce pet allergens in their homes, pet owners can reduce the spread of pet allergens to people who may be allergic, experts say.
Nearly one-third (32 percent) of American drivers admitted to drowsy driving in the past month, even though 96 percent of the respondents said drowsy driving is an unacceptable behavior, according to a new survey.
Flu season is here. It's something we hear every year in the fall. But how much do you really know about the virus? You can test your knowledge on more flu facts by taking this quiz. Answer TRUE or
Multiple sclerosis patients may eventually benefit from a novel treatment that takes aim at the abnormal behavior of a specific type of immune cell, preliminary research suggests.
The rate of preterm births in the United States dropped slightly, to 12.2 percent in 2009, from its high three years earlier, according to a new analysis by the March of Dimes.
Laura Butler was vacationing in Virginia Beach, Va., when, on a whim, the brown-eyed mom decided to buy a pair of blue contact lenses for $29.99 from a novelty shop.
Friday, October 28 2011 2:14 PM EDT2011-10-28 18:14:24 GMT
How are set of antlers, a set of training wheels and a watermelon fighting cancer? Thanks to the combined sense of humors of a local artist, a writer and an oncologist, they all are, in a book set to
MONDAY, Oct. 24 (HealthDay News) -- American consumers don't pay as much attention to food product nutrition labels as they claim, a new study finds. Researchers asked 203 people to look at information
FRIDAY, Oct. 21 (HealthDay News) -- Elevated levels of hormones increase breast cancer risk in postmenopausal women, and as the number of different elevated hormones rises, so does the risk, a new study
Dr. Tony Hamilton from Essentia Health is still seeing strep throat in the Valley, but he is also starting to see other viruses more frequently as well.
Getting regular checkups and screening tests -- what doctors call prenatal care -- is key to keeping you and the developing baby healthy during pregnancy.
Sanford Health and the YMCA of Cass and Clay Counties together announce the opening of Family Wellness, an 80,000-square-foot comprehensive health and fitness center.
Attention and hyperactivity problems worsen quality of life for many children with autism, a new study finds. Researchers analyzed data from more than 2,000 children and adolescents in the Autism Speaks
The use of stimulant medications such as Ritalin or Adderall in children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is continuing to climb, although at a slower pace than in decades past, a new study finds.
Indoor tanning beds may be even more likely to cause skin cancer than previously believed. Pew research published online Oct. 6 in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology suggests that the main type of ultraviolet rays used in tanning beds...
THURSDAY, Oct. 6 (HealthDay News) -- The death of Apple Inc. co-founder Steve Jobs has once again focused attention on cancers of the pancreas, which have claimed the lives of several high-profile celebrities. Jobs'
Wednesday, October 5 2011 10:26 AM EDT2011-10-05 14:26:52 GMT
In tonight's healthier me -- flu season is on its way and Sanford Health is trying to keep the number of cases in our area to a minimum. Through October, they are holding flu shot blitz clinics once
Compared to people who don't smoke, smokers face twice the risk of stroke and they are likely to have that stroke nearly a decade sooner, a Canadian study finds.
FRIDAY, Sept. 30 (HealthDay News) -- Yawning may be a natural way of regulating brain temperature, a new study suggests. U.S. researchers examined the frequency of yawns among 80 people in the winter
More than half of the parents of teen-agers say they're worried about cyberbullying, a new survey finds. Cyberbullying, which usually means one teen or group of teens taunting or spreading rumors about
Binge drinking occurs when the number of alcoholic drinks consumed in a short period raises a person's blood alcohol level to 0.08 grams percent or above, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control
Sunday, September 25 2011 11:05 PM EDT2011-09-26 03:05:01 GMT
Here in North Dakota, a person takes his or her own life every four days. Nationally suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the country. It's a topic that to this day is difficult to discuss,
Public health experts often focus immunization awareness efforts toward protecting children, and with good reason: Facing a potentially bewildering schedule of vaccinations for their young ones, parents
A new study out of Minnesota finds about half of kids in booster or car seats, involved in a car accident that caused injury, weren't properly secured.
Sanford Health is joining a national effort to protect young athletes from brain injury, overwork and other dangers in competing. Sanford will work with the Indianapolis-based American College
Just because you or your child has a pet allergy doesn't mean Fido or Fifi has to move out, the American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunology says.
Fargo, Moorhead, and West Fargo now carry the title "Playful City, USA". John Trierweiler brings you to a playground and talks about how your kids can get the exercise that they need to stay healthy.
Among cancers that afflict women, breast cancer is more common, but ovarian cancer is more likely to be deadly. It takes the lives of 2 out of every 3 women diagnosed. That's because, unlike breast cancer,
As parents prepare to send their children back to school, they need to remember that nutrition is an important factor in academic performance, an expert advises. Studies have shown that children who
Mallory Ham had just arrived at her first-grade class when the hijacked planes with their terrified passengers ripped into the World Trade Center. Though her recollections of that day are incomplete, they're burned into...
Drunk and drugged drivers make the Labor Day weekend one of the most dangerous times to be on the road in the United States, so federal and local officials are conducting a crackdown on impaired drivers.
Caring for a parent or relative in the same zip code can be hard enough, but long-distance caregiving, which is becoming more common in an increasingly mobile society, brings with it added burdens.
In the event of a natural or man-made disaster, such as a tornado, earthquake or fire, most dialysis patients don't have a plan to get the medical assistance they need, according to a new study.
For kids, the end of summer means an abrupt end to staying up late and sleeping until noon: It also signals the beginning of brand new challenges and perhaps a case of the back-to-school jitters.
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