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Girl, 13, recovering after 'choking game' incident

8:00 AM, May 20, 2013

ST. PAUL, Minn. (KARE) -- A Twin Cities mother is hoping her story is a reminder to other parents about the seriousness of the "choking game."

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First Duval County asthma friendly school

6:19 PM, May 17, 2013

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Asthma is the third leading cause of hospitalization among children under 15 years of age, and the leading cause of absence in school.

Tamoxifen: Are docs changing to 10 years?

3:03 PM, May 17, 2013

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- We checked with local oncologists to see if they're making any changes in light of the study on Tamoxifen, which recommends a 10-year plan instead of the typical 5-year plan. 

Organic industry clout grows with consumer demand

7:09 AM, May 17, 2013

The organic industry is gaining clout on Capitol Hill, prompted by rising consumer demand and its entry into traditional farm states. 

Why you don't want to drink the pool water

9:01 PM, May 16, 2013

(USA TODAY) -- Here's a good reason never to swallow water from a swimming pool: A new study found telltale signs of feces in more than half of pools sampled in Atlanta last summer.

The potential link between language & Alzheimer's Disease

3:56 PM, May 16, 2013

Around 5.2 million Americans are currently suffering from Alzheimer's disease and by 2050, the number of people age 65 and older with Alzheimer's is projected to nearly triple to around 13.8 million.

Report questions reducing salt intake too dramatically

8:28 AM, May 15, 2013

Americans need to lower their excessive salt intake for their health's sake, but it may be harmful to cut back too far, says a new report out today.

BRCA mutation the cause for cancer concern

11:36 PM, May 14, 2013

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Actress Angelina Jolie's announcement that she had both breasts removed in February to reduce her risk of getting cancer generated a lot of discussion Tuesday about breast cancer and genetic testing.

5 red flags you should get tested for breast cancer gene

9:03 PM, May 14, 2013

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- With all the news about Angelina Jolie's double mastectomy, women might be wondering, "Should I get tested, too?"

Angelina Jolie says she had double mastectomy

7:36 PM, May 14, 2013

Angelina Jolie says she's had a preventive double mastectomy after learning she carried a gene that makes it extremely likely she'll get breast cancer. 

Deaths from West Nile virus hit record last year

2:37 PM, May 14, 2013

U.S. health officials say last year was the worst ever for West Nile virus deaths.

New sunscreen labels: How to read the fine print

7:45 AM, May 14, 2013

At first glance, the sunscreen bottles, tubes and canisters on store shelves this spring may not look much different from what consumers have seen in the past.

Might want to sprinkle turmeric on your food

11:48 PM, May 13, 2013

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- A Jacksonville mom and grandma swears by turmeric after her cancer doctor suggested she try it to fight fatigue and pain from breast cancer surgery.

Florida Hospital to open Central Florida's first milk depot

11:41 PM, May 13, 2013

ORLANDO, Fla. (WESH) - Florida Hospital will bring a breast milk bank to the Central Florida region.

Treatment offers new way to save fertility

8:32 AM, May 13, 2013

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (USA TODAY) -- Younger women diagnosed with cancer take risks in the hope of becoming a mother.

Breast cancer walk steps off in Chicago

2:08 PM, May 12, 2013

Runners in Chicago participated in the annual Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure.

Marching to find a cure for Cystic Fibrosis

10:34 AM, May 12, 2013

Friends and family of Melissa Boyett marched in her honor to find a cure for Cystic Fibrosis.

Research: More Idaho women beating breast cancer

8:55 PM, May 11, 2013

(NBC NEWS - KTVB) -- Having breast cancer is no longer a death sentence. Women are now surviving it.

Study: Breast Implants hinder cancer detection, increase death risk

8:46 PM, May 11, 2013

 According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, breast implants do not cause a problem for mothers hoping to breastfeed their children.

Researchers suggest aspirin slows breast cancer

2:47 PM, May 11, 2013

We're learning more about the possible health benefits of a drug that's likely in your medicine cabinet. 

Get movin' to lower your risk of breast cancer

2:00 PM, May 11, 2013

Studies have shown that physical activity can reduce a woman's risk of breast cancer. 

Woman to meet family who gave her gift of life

12:50 AM, May 11, 2013

A very special day Saturday for a young lady on the First Coast, who is meeting a family who forever changed her life.

Slow cookers could pose potential health hazard

11:17 PM, May 10, 2013

ATLANTA (WXIA) -- 11Alive's Center for Investigative Action wants to warn you about a potential hazard in your kitchen. It has taken some of our viewers by surprise and has even caused some injuries.

Prayers for pastor's son who had fingers severed

8:46 PM, May 10, 2013

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Prayers are coming in from all around the country, even New Zealand and South Africa for a local pastor and his son, Ben.

Carbon dioxide levels soar to milestone level

7:42 PM, May 10, 2013

(USA TODAY) -- The average level of carbon dioxide over the past five days is 400.03 parts per million.

First Coast couple faces roadblocks in adopting baby from South Carolina

Hours in travel, thousands in legal fees, and all the heartache one family can handle. A First Coast couple trying to adopt a child from South Carolina say they feel like their baby has been taken from them by the system.

10:41 PM, May 20, 2013

At least 51 killed, including 20 children, as tornado tears through Oklahoma, leaving miles of debris

(NBC News) -- An enormous tornado roared through the Oklahoma City suburbs, killing at least 51 people, including 20 children Monday.

12:50 AM, May 21, 2013

Pet Food Stamps, Jacksonville Pet Food Bank available to help feed your pet

JACKSONVILLE,Fla. -- Nika Williams, 24, earns less than $15,000 a year, and loves her pets. Williams said given her small income, the decision of when to buy pet food for her four pets gets difficult.

7:01 PM, May 20, 2013

Body of missing 8-year-old boy found

ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. -- The body of a missing 8-year-old autistic boy was discovered Sunday afternoon. 

5:08 PM, May 19, 2013

Social media is helping First Coast individuals locate family after Oklahoma tornado

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- As the nation continues to react to the devastation in Moore, Oklahoma, social media is helping locals here along the First Coast find their friends and family there.

12:09 AM, May 21, 2013

First Coast woman remembers the day she met the Beatles

First Coast News recently aired some wonderful footage of the Beatles' visit to Jacksonville in 1964.

8:39 PM, May 20, 2013

Glynn County Police Department: Man accidentally shoots woman while hunting squirrels

SEA ISLAND, Ga. -- A man has been charged with Reckless Conduct for accidentally shooting a woman while he was shooting squirrels on Sunday morning.

3:29 PM, May 20, 2013

Teen arrested after cops say she bit man's penis

A 19-year-old high school student has been arrested after authorities say she bit her boyfriend's penis when he refused to have sex with her.

1:05 PM, May 19, 2013

Wandering boy in Starke reunited with family; mother arrested

STARKE, Fla---A two-year-old has been reunited with his family after he went missing for about an hour and a half Monday morning.

8:03 PM, May 20, 2013

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People walk through a damaged area near the Moore Warren Theater after a powerful tornado ripped through the area on May 20, 2013 in Moore, Oklahoma. The tornado, reported to be at least EF4 strength and two miles wide, touched down in the Oklahoma City area on Monday killing at least 51 people. (Photo by Brett Deering/Getty Images)

SLIDESHOW: Oklahoma Tornado Damage

JT Townsend graduates from UNF

Great Grads

Musician Ray Manzarek performs at the Annual Sunset Strip Music Festival, Tribute to Motley Crue at the House of Blues Sunset Blvd on August 18, 2011 in West Hollywood, California. Manzarek died May 20, 2013 (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

Celebrities who have died in 2013

JAIME RENEE KENNEDY, 27 - Charged with Driving while License Suspended/Revoked

Putnam County Sheriff's Office street crimes bust nets 12

Jim Lehrer, of the PBS Newshour, speaks to the audience before moderating the first presidential debate between US President Barack Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney in Denver ,Colorado on October 3, 2012. AFP PHOTO/Nicholas KAMM (Photo credit should read NICHOLAS KAMM/AFP/GettyImages)

Celebrity birthdays for May 19, 2013

First Coast players hoping to win Powerball's $600 million

1. (1) Taylor Swift; $1,766,850; $81.34. (Photo by Sandra Mu/Getty Images)

Top 20 Concert Tours by avg. box office gross

FCN weather team behind the scenes

Polk County Sheriff's Department arrests 92

Flagler Hospital given 'all clear' by bomb squad

RICHARD BROOKS ADAMS - Charged with possession of marijuana

Putnam County probation compliance checks bust 14

Photo courteous of Jessica Clark

St. Johns County Law Enforcement Memorial

Photo courtesy of Michael Heeder

Fire at a Bradford County Corrections Facility

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Plenty of pink at THE PLAYERS final round

Cush getting ready for a live shot with Chris Porter. 5/7/13

Behind the scenes with FCN at THE PLAYERS

Marching to find a cure for Cystic Fibrosis

Ben Bowersox in hyperbaric chamber

Enormous fire destroys potato plant in Hastings

Reporter Kaitlyn Ross (right) and her mom (center) and sister.

FCN moms photo gallery

Car chase gone bad

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Players at THE PLAYERS

Fashion trends at THE PLAYERS

Player Fan Clubs at THE PLAYERS

Vehicle plunges into I-295 retention pond, 1 dead

THE PLAYERS Championship 2013 - The Fan Perspective

Pens, Pics and Players part 2

Dierks Bentley Concert at TPC Sawgrass

THE PLAYERS Championship Caddie Competition

The must have accessory at THE PLAYERS: Sunglasses

Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall

THE PLAYERS hosts Military Appreciation Day

Tiger Woods practice for THE PLAYERS

Surprise military spouse makeover

Woman and child rescued from car in pond

Pens, Pics and Players at THE PLAYERS

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