Health

Watch: Fitting a Workout into your AM Schedule

CNN-Shorter classes, like 30 – 40 minutes, are the trend. It started with higher intensity interval training. Also called hiit. Those upbeat classes that get your blood pumping can also burn calories fast. It’s perfect for people with busy schedules. And because these short classes can be more accessible, you can take more than one. Now, boutique workout studios and…

Watch: New Study on acetaminophen and pregnancy

(CNN) -According to a new study, pregnant women who take acetaminophen are more likely to have a hyperactive child. Its authors say expectant mothers exposed to the drug run a higher risk of having children with emotional or behavioral symptoms. The study published in JAMA Pediatrics shows more than half of all pregnant women in the U.S. and Europe, use…

Watch: New Ronald McDonald House Opens

\ COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–The doors have opened to the New Ronald McDonald House in Columbia. A ribbon cutting was held earlier in the week to let folks see the updated home away from home for so many families who have children receiving medical care in the Midlands. The location is off Colonial Drive, next to Palmetto Health. Categories: Local News,…

Teen Plans Prom, Makes Decision To Die

(CNN) – 14-year-old chooses to die than suffer from debilitating disease ABC Columbia mobile app users click here to watch. Categories: National News Tags: Appleton, Green Bay, Health, health news, Nation, wisconsin

Watch: Study: Doctors warn dangers of kids and energy drinks

(CNN) – A recent study found that over 40% of all energy drink-related calls to poison control centers in the U.S. were for kids under six years old, many of them suffering serious nervous system and heart symptoms. Pediatrician Dr. Jennifer Shu says, “A can or a bottle of an energy drink could have as much as 500mg of caffeine,…

SC Ranking On Children’s Well-Being Improves Slightly

KIDS COUNT measures child well-being in four domains: Economic Well-Being, Education, Health, Family and Community. COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) – A national report shows the overall well-being of South Carolina’s children improved slightly, even as poverty worsens. The Kids Count survey released Tuesday by the Annie E. Casey Foundation and the Children’s Trust of South Carolina shows the state ranks 41st…

Watch: Can Marriage Extend Life?

Columbia,S.C. (WOLO) — It’s often said happy wife, happy life, but there may be more to the saying than you think. A new study suggests being married can reduce your risk of certain health affects and even extend your lifespan . Click here to find out who is in the biggest risk category when it comes to settling down.  …