Protecting yourself during extreme heat
PHOENIX — Heat is the #1 weather-related killer. As the Valley is on the brink of extreme heat, we heard from ABC15 Health Insider Dr. Shad Marvasti to get a deeper understanding of what happens to the body when it’s exposed to extreme temperatures. Dr. Shad breaks down the difference between dehydration, heat exhaustion, and […]
What to do if someone is suffering from heat-related illness
As the weather warms up, it’s important to pay attention to your body and know the warning signs of a heat-related illness. In Arizona, we have seen firsthand just how dangerous the rising temperatures can be. From the dozens of mountain rescues every year, to those experiencing homelessness who say just because the sun goes […]
Drinking coffee daily — even with sugar — is linked to a lower risk of death
Drinking a few cups of coffee a day — even with sugar — is linked to a lower risk of death, new research shows. People who drank a moderate amount of coffee every day, either plain or sweetened with around a teaspoon of sugar, were about 30% less likely to die from any cause during […]
ACEs: What they are and how they impact your mental health
We are wrapping up Mental Health Awareness month talking about ACEs — Adverse Childhood Events/Experiences. ABC15 Health Insider Dr. Shad Marvasti says these are early traumas that can impact social and emotional behaviors later in life. Dr. Shad says ACES are very common with the CDC reporting nearly 60% of adults surveyed have experienced at […]
How to talk to kids after 19 children, 2 adults killed in Texas school shooting
At least 18 students and two adults are dead after a shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, Gov. Greg Abbott said Tuesday. The 18-year-old suspect, who is also dead, was a student at Uvalde High School, according to Abbott. The governor said the suspect also allegedly shot his grandmother before entering school premises, […]
How monkeypox spreads, mitigation recommendations
Doctor Janice Johnston, the chief medical director with Redirect Health, says monkeypox is a rare disease discovered in 1958, thought to be related to international travel. She says the virus itself is a milder version of smallpox and can be deadly. “Definitely this is something to be watched and to be concerned about,” says Doctor […]
How to be resilient and avoid stress-related health problems
Stress is what we often think about first when it comes to mental health. This week as we continue to focus on Mental Health Awareness Month, we talk with ABC15 Health Insider Dr. Shad Marvasti about the array of health issues that are caused by stress. Dr. Shad says chronic stress leads to inflammation which […]
North Valley Surgery Center aims to get more women screened for colon cancer
SCOTTSDALE, AZ — It’s something many people associate with older men, but more women than ever before are being diagnosed with colorectal cancer. Now, The American Cancer Society is changing the suggested age of 50 for women to get a colonoscopy to the age of 45. It’s a procedure that offers a closer look at […]
Doctors warn against ‘Do It Yourself’ baby formula amid ongoing shortage
Melissa Matthew has a set schedule for feeding her five children, all under the age of five. Including her 5-month-old triplets who eat every two hours. But feeding her newborn children has turned into a reoccurring nightmare for Melissa and her husband. When Abbott Laboratories shut down because of FDA recalls, the plant decreased formula […]
How common are mental health issues?
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and while it’s one of the most relatable conditions, many don’t realize that loneliness is a mental health issue. More than 50% of adults will be diagnosed with some form of mental illness in their lifetime. Loneliness has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease, dementia, and […]