Ebola Fast Facts
Here’s some background information about Ebola, a virus with a high fatality rate that was first identified in Africa in 1976. Facts:Ebola…
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Humid, windy days worse for pain, says new study
Humid, windy days with low pressure make pain worse in those with long-term health conditions, according to new research. People with conditions like…
Continue ReadingOne town’s flavor ban seemed to work to cut youth tobacco use
Limiting kids’ access to flavored tobacco products like e-cigarettes, smokeless tobacco and cigars seems to work, according to a new study that…
Continue ReadingAlzheimer’s risk may be 75% higher for people who eat trans fats
People with higher levels of trans fats in their blood may be 50% to 75% more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease or dementia from any cause,…
Continue ReadingPackages of dry dates distributed in Florida recalled due to high sulfite content
Shivam Distributors of Longwood, Florida, is recalling packages of Parivar brand dry dates because they contain high sulfite content, the US Food and…
Continue ReadingPennsylvania woman ordered quarantined over measles concerns
A Pennsylvania woman has been ordered quarantined after she was potentially exposed to measles, the first time the city ordered a quarantine in…
Continue ReadingHere’s how to combat the Sunday Scaries
If you sometimes feel anxious, sad or nervous on Sunday night before the work week begins, you’re not alone. 70 to 80 percent of people have…
Continue ReadingMan makes ‘remarkable’ recovery after traumatic accident, credits Colorado Springs company
A man is crediting his come-back from a traumatic brain injury, to a company right here in Colorado Springs. After a horrific cycling accident 11…
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Local leaders concerned about water contamination in El Paso County
Local and state officials are now calling on the federal government to lend a helping hand after PFAS contaminants were found in the groundwater of…
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New surgical robot helps surgeons at St. Francis Medical Center in Colorado Springs
The St. Francis Medical Center is now the first location in Colorado Springs to offer joint replacement surgeries with the aid of a surgical robot.…
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Trump and Pelosi aides talk drug costs despite impeachment
White House and Democratic officials are discussing details of House drug pricing legislation – even amid the raging impeachment battle.…
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Colorado confirms 6 cases of vaping-related illness
Colorado health officials have confirmed six cases of vaping-related illness since the state announced its first case last month. The state…
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