Medical news

Like many pre-conceived notions, you are told to avoid something, such as a particular food, because it is bad for you.  However, we are slowly learning, and I emphasize "slowly," that many things aren't bad for you in small doses.

My hygienist, Dawn Love has worked many years for Dr. Delehanty's Dental office in Guilderland.  She's great, don't get me wrong.  So is Sandy Knapik at the front desk. And Dr. Delehante?  Top shelf.  It's an all female operation, which is unique for the dental business, you must agree.  I really enjoy going there. Until today's conversation. Now I feel really old!:

The state Department of Health (DOH) has come to the conclusion that the Lafarge cement plant, in Ravena, is not a threat to residents.

The Music and Memories of Aug. 16

A 4-year old child from Oswego County died on Sunday from the Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus or EEE – a mosquito carried virus that causes serious illness and death.

A new study published online Monday in Pediatrics, shows nearly one in five children with an autistic older sibling will develop the disorder, too.

As WGNA launches it's annual St. Jude Radiothon,  I wanted to share some facts about the hospital and give you a chance to hear a newly recorded St. Jude Song that features Dolly Parton and The Grascals.

A recent study shows a simple blood test can determine what sex a baby is as early as seven weeks.

Ground turkey is now being recalled due to a nationwide salmonella outbreak.

For all you supporters of "gluten free" food or customers of food with no gluten in them, the Food & Drug Administration plans to revamp the labeling of those products.

How about both! I tell you what, if you need a tough lawyer you may want to look for Elana Nightingale Dawson. According to "Above the Law", this woman actually completed the Illinois Bar Exam, while in full blown labor.

Just saw this when we got off the air this morning.  I thought it might me worthy of mentioning for all you cat owners and lovers out there.  There's a Purina catfood recall that you might want to pay attention to