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Wednesday, March 20, 2013  If you’re having trouble getting a good night’s sleep, you’re not alone. According to the Centers for Disease Control, an estimated 50 to 70 million Americans suffer from sleep disorders.

Tuesday, March 05, 2013  These superbugs are common germs that have become extremely resistant to treatment with antibiotics.

Monday, January 28, 2013  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said the cases have been linked to last week's recall of more than 1,000 pounds of ground beef .

Monday, December 03, 2012  Health officials say flu season is off to its earliest start in nearly 10 years

Wednesday, October 10, 2012  Whooping cough is making a comeback in New York State reflecting a national trend.

Monday, September 17, 2012  A new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study has added to the relatively scarce information about how much salt American kids eat -- and it's too much.

Tuesday, August 14, 2012  A new federal government survey shows New York has a relatively low level of obesity among adults.

Friday, August 10, 2012  Syracuse Police say a mother and her two young children needed emergency room treatment after they were viciously attacked by a dog on the City's south side Thursday.

Monday, June 04, 2012  Many people think we can't get sick from our pets, but new studies are showing that people can actually contract some pretty dangerous infections from pet food. Simply feeding your pet in your kitchen could put you or your family at risk.

Monday, May 21, 2012  The number of U.S. teenagers at risk for heart attacks and stroke has risen dramatically over the past decade.

Monday, May 07, 2012  Federal health officials say at least 14 people in nine states have been infected with salmonella by handling tainted dog food.

Friday, April 20, 2012  Measles cases in the United States reached a fifteen year high in 2011.

Thursday, March 01, 2012  If you thought you could get away with a flu-free winter, think again. The Centers For Disease Control has declared that the flu season is officially underway. It's the latest start for the disease in 24 years.

Wednesday, February 22, 2012  Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. We all know the common signs of heart attacks, but did you know the signs are different for men and women?

Friday, February 03, 2012  Today is National Wear Red Day, which is designed to promote heart disease awareness among women. To help educate women, the American Heart Association is turning to an unusual way to spread the message.