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7:04 AM, May 18, 2013

Playing video games used to be a pretty sedentary pastime, but motion gaming changed all that. Now there are games specifically designed to actually help you get in shape.

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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.

Patient: 'I never expected it to cost this much'

1:13 AM, May 10, 2013

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- A health scare and a month-long hospital visit have left Marc Bchiri with a number of scars along his right side.

Identical scar connects Jacksonville mother and daughter

12:23 AM, May 10, 2013

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Mother's Day is approaching and some people say they have their mom's eyes, or smile. But one First Coast family said they share something much deeper.

Pets may boost heart health, association says

8:58 PM, May 9, 2013

(USA TODAY) -- Pet owners are healthier, experts say.

Why it's not a good idea to rub your eyes

8:36 PM, May 9, 2013

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- First Coast News Anchor Jeannie Blaylock talked to ophthalmologist Dr. Timothy Schneider about why it's not good to rub your eyes.

Man falls from 16th floor of Hyatt

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- An unknown man jumped from the 16th floor of the Hyatt Regency in downtown Jacksonville Saturday. 

9:21 PM, May 18, 2013

Domestic dispute leads to stabbing

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- A domestic dispute between a man and a woman ended with both suffering stab wounds. 

9:17 PM, May 18, 2013

Man shot twice at local gas station

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- A man was shot twice in the stomach after an apparent altercation at a local gas station.

4:46 PM, May 18, 2013

Winning numbers drawn in Powerball jackpot

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) -- Lottery officials have announced winning numbers in a near-historic Powerball jackpot.

11:13 PM, May 18, 2013

First Coast lottery players dream of a big win

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Customers at a local convenience store hoped the store's lottery winning history from 1993 would draw in some luck for Saturday's Powerball drawing.

8:35 PM, May 18, 2013

Man killed in drive-by shooting

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- A man walking outside of his family member's house was killed in a drive-by shooting Saturday afternoon. 

6:41 PM, May 18, 2013

Jaguars' new look jerseys are hard to find in stores

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- A new coach and a new logo: It's been a busy off-season for the Jacksonville Jaguars and momentum is building now that Nike has unveiled the new uniforms. But the new look, introduced more than more weeks ago, is hard to find.

11:25 PM, May 16, 2013

Aimee Copeland gets new high-tech hands

In a major milestone, Aimee Copeland, the Georgia graduate student who contracted flesh-eating bacteria after a zip-lining accident, is learning to use two state-of-the art prosthetic hands.

10:27 PM, May 17, 2013

Son attacks mother, she shoots him in self-defense

A 86-year-old woman shot and killed her own son in self-defense.

6:20 PM, May 18, 2013

Is there a secret formula to winning the lottery?

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Many successful companies have them: secret formulas to their success. So does the lottery have a secret formula too?

10:33 AM, May 18, 2013

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Plenty of pink at THE PLAYERS final round

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Marching to find a cure for Cystic Fibrosis

Ben Bowersox in hyperbaric chamber

Enormous fire destroys potato plant in Hastings

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THE PLAYERS Championship Caddie Competition

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The Players Operation Shower

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