Health
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Foods High In Sodium
(WKBW/ABC News) One way to a healthier heart is to lower your salt intake. Too much sodium can increase the risk of high blood pressure, which is a major cause of heart disease and stroke.
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Women & Children's Hospital Applies for State Funding to Assist Physician-Led Plan to Move to BNMC
The proposed project – building a newer and more efficient hospital across from and connected to the Buffalo General Medical Center - is consistent with the HEAL-NY Medicaid Redesign goals.
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Avoiding Blood Clots When Flying
(WKBW/ABC News) Those who fly economy class often worry about it. It's the risk of getting a blood clot sitting in cramped seats, especially on long flights.
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Heart Healthy Foods
(WKBW/Cleveland Clinic) February is Heart Month, and if you want a healthier heart, it begins at the dining room table. Your food choices can directly impact your risk for developing heart disease.
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Booster Seats Not Used By Carpoolers
(WKBW/Cleveland Clinic) Booster seats are a stepping stone, used when kids no longer need a car seat, designed for babies or toddlers, but are not ready for a seat belt
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Never Too Early To Lower Heart Disease Risk
Channel 7's Joanna Pasceri encourages everyone to "Go Red" Friday Feb. 3rd for the American Heart Association
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Are You Spreading The Flu Virus?
Channel 7's "Health Link" anchor Joanna Pasceri with some advice on staying well this winter.
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Racial and Ethnic Disparities in U.S. Cancer Screening Rates, Study Finds
Screening rates lower among Asian and Hispanic Americans according to report by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and National Cancer Institute published Thursday.
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Buffalo General Hospital First in WNY to Utilize New Aortic Valve Replacement Procedure
Pair of area residents first two patients in WNY to successfully undergo surgery.
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Foods Kids Should Avoid
(WKBW/Cleveland Clinic) Chicken nuggets and macaroni and cheese may be staples in most children's diets, but there are some things parents really should keep off their plate
