Study finds COVID reinfection increases risk of lasting health problems
A new study shows reinfection of COVID-19 could increase your risk of lasting health problems — and the risks are not lessened the second time around, even if you’re vaccinated. As the potent Omicron BA5 variant pushes through the community, even the vaccinated and people who got COVID early on are getting sick again, some […]
Climate change could aggravate over half of known human pathogens, scientists say
Scientists have made a distressing discovery on how global warming will affect known infectious diseases. Climate hazards are expected to aggravate 58% of all known human pathogens, according to a study published Monday in Nature Climate Change. That’s over half of infectious diseases discovered since the end of the Roman Empire, Camilo Mora, a data […]
Doctors seeing more injuries as pickleball popularity rises
Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in America but as more people step onto the court, a growing number of players are also having to step into the doctor’s office. Valley doctors say the issue is two-fold: more people playing naturally leads to more injuries and while more young people have picked up a paddle, the […]
With kids heading back to school, what should parents look out for in their kids’ well-being?
PHOENIX — Kids continue returning to class all month, but many missed critical wellness checks during the pandemic. In this ABC15 Health Insider, Nohelani Graf and Dr. Shad Marvasti talk about which check-ups kids should update and also what they can expect from a sports physical. He’s also outlining the importance of getting kids moving again through […]
Maricopa County continues monkeypox vaccine clinics as more cases pop up
PHOENIX — Maricopa County Department of Public Health says it is prepared for monkeypox, though vaccine supply is still limited. The Department of Public Health says its first confirmed case was at the beginning of June and as of Thursday, there are 85 confirmed and probable cases. Sonia Singh, the marketing communications supervisor for Maricopa County Public […]
Valley man living in Chicago uses monkeypox diagnosis to help others
UPDATE: The health department says Wednesday’s vaccination clinic was appointment only and all slots have been filled. Stay tuned for more vaccination clinics in Maricopa County. —- For Matthew Bolin, a Waddell native and Millenium High School graduate who now lives in Chicago, it all started with a fever, fatigue, and a flurry of questions. […]
Phoenix smoking cessation study looking for participants
PHOENIX — For the first time in 20 years, cigarette sales are up. While more people are smoking, the FDA hasn’t approved a successful way to quit in well over a decade. Researchers in Phoenix are hoping to change that. The Alliance for Multispecialty Research Phoenix is conducting clinical trials for the drug Cytisinicline. Led by Dr. […]
Tips to get better sleep
PHOENIX — Everyone wants a better night’s sleep but, how do we make it happen? ABC 15 Health Insider Dr. Shad Marvasti discusses the health impact of not getting sound sleep. He also outlines foods that will help and hurt your sleep answering the question, does warm milk really work? Plus, the simple lifestyle changes to try […]
Best foods to keep you looking young
PHOENIX — As we age we are all looking for ways to turn back the clock and at the very least not feel older. ABC15 Health Insider Dr. Shad Marvasti discusses the five best foods for optimal aging and preventing diseases that can shorten your lifespan. You can watch the full interview in the player above.
LAWSUIT: AZ State Hospital illegally secluded patient for 600 days
PHOENIX — A former patient has filed a lawsuit against the Arizona State Hospital that claims he was unlawfully isolated and secluded for more than 600 days. The lawsuit was filed on July 15 on behalf of Isaac Contreras. Instead of providing Contreras with appropriate supervision and treatment, the complaint alleges that hospital leaders “resorted to cruelty […]