As Death Count Rises, Health Officials Work To Stem Ebola's Spread
The World Health Organization is reporting that the Ebola virus has yet to be contained in West Africa. It's one of the largest Ebola outbreaks in decades.
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Foods That Support Cancer Patients
A Triad group is helping people fight cancer one bite at a time.
NC Reports First Confirmed Case of Chikungunya Virus
Forsyth County health officials are warning residents about a flu-like virus associated with mosquitoes.
Senate Version Adds Costs To VA Overhaul Measure
The Senate passed a bipartisan bill to overhaul the Department of Veterans Affairs. The measure is close enough to a version already passed by the House that it could reach the president's desk soon.
Don't Swallow the Water!
Friday, June 13 is the last day of school for many Triad students as they begin summer break. It's also the start of the swim season at all city pools in Winston-Salem. But health experts warn that swallowing too much water could put an unexpected damper on your summer fun.
Why NYC Is Afraid Of Free Lunch For All
A federal program to extend free lunch to all kids has the city worried it could lose federal dollars to pay for other things.
Coalition to Host Conversation on Prevention of Underage Drinking
With the summer beach and party season upon us, the Coalition for Drug Abuse and Prevention will host a community discussion in Kernersville focused on the dangers of underage drinking.
A Reason To Smile: Mexican Town Is A Destination For Dental Tourism
Los Algodones is tiny, but with help from the Internet, the Mexican border town has become a virtual dental factory, drawing patients from across the U.S. and Canada.
Snip Decision: Africa's Campaign To Circumcise Its Men
A campaign in Africa to prevent HIV has persuaded 6 million teens and men to get circumcised and aims to sign up 14 million more. To do so, health officials must appeal to male vanity.
High School Coach Sports A Running Streak Even Forrest Gump Would Envy
Melissa Block talks to California high school cross country coach Jon Sutherland, just moments after he broke the record for the longest running streak in the U.S.: 16,438 days in a row.