Nick McGill
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Indianapolis, IN, United States
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Why one expert says you should give your salad another look
INDIANAPOLIS — Salads can be one of the go-to meals for people looking to eat a little healthier, but officials at Hancock Health suggest giving your salad another look. Registered dietitians say salads can be an excellent source of nutrients but too often those benefits can be lost with the excess addition of things […] → Read More
CPR training can save lives
INDIANAPOLIS—Every year, roughly 350,000 Americans die from cardiac arrest. It’s also one of the biggest killers globally, claiming more lives than car accidents, guns, colorectal cancer, breast cancer, prostate cancer, HIV and the flu combined. But health professionals want you to know that CPR could help save many of those lives. According to the […] → Read More
Are you a bad driver? The bad habits ISP says you may have
To get some better insight into those habits CBS4 drove Indiana’s interstates with Indiana State Police Sgt. John Perrine, who has 19 years of experience patrolling Hoosier roadways. → Read More
Are you wearing the right sunscreen? 75% don’t make the grade
The seemingly sudden emergence of “mid-summer like” conditions in central Indiana has led to many people experiencing some of their first sun burns of the year. While dermatologists recommend everyone wear sunscreen to help protect your skin, a new study says about 75% of sunscreens don’t meet the standard for sun protection, or have ingredients […] → Read More
Longer, more intense allergy season may be a reality for millions
INDIANAPOLIS — Allergy season is upon us! The transition from winter to spring is bringing budding flowers, trees and plants and pollen. Enough to give those that suffer with allergies fits on a good year. But now, researchers say those with allergy issues may at some point in the future suffer more, longer. A study […] → Read More
How families with special needs children can be prepared in case of natural disasters
INDIANAPOLIS— As the severe weather season arrives in central Indiana a lot of time is being spent talking about how to be prepared for when severe weather strikes. But for families with children that have special needs, being prepared can create an added challenge. Experts agree having a kit with items like a cell phone […] → Read More
Is your child getting enough sleep? Pediatricians are weighing in
INDIANAPOLIS –March is Sleep Awareness Month, and doctors with IU Health say it’s time to address the many misconceptions about how much sleep children need. Bottom line, doctors say kids generally need more sleep than you realize due to the role sleep plays in crucial development. Dr. Harish Rao says parents are often shocked when […] → Read More
COVID cavities: Dentists report seeing more cavities in children
INDIANAPOLIS — February is National Children’s Dental Health Month. Now, dentists are urging parents to bring their children in for a checkup as some are reporting seeing a spike in cavities. Like so many other things, many people put off dentist appointments at the onset of the pandemic. But now that people are getting back […] → Read More
Remembering Ray Crowe: Indiana basketball royalty
INDIANAPOLIS — If Indiana is a “basketball state,” Ray Crowe is one of the pillars holding that reputation up. Crowe is Indiana basketball royalty. In 1955, he coached the Crispus Attucks Tigers to a state basketball championship. The team became the first all-Black team in the country to win an open state championship and Crowe […] → Read More
Americans are the most ‘unhappy’ they’ve been in decades
INDIANAPOLIS — It would appear that Americans are the “unhappiest” they’ve been in decades. According to the latest data from the General Social Survey, which asks people to document their happiness in terms of “happy,” “pretty happy,” or “not too happy,” Americans are the most unhappy they’ve been since 1972. In that time the people […] → Read More
As deaths attributed to ‘superbugs’ increase, doctors look to cut down on antibiotics
Cases of superbugs or antibiotic-resistant bacteria have been on the rise, and now new research shows they’re killing more people than HIV/AIDS and malaria. → Read More
Teaching preschoolers heart healthy habits may lead to drop in heart disease deaths
A new study from the American College of Cardiology says implementing school-based programs aimed at teaching healthy cardiovascular habits for kids as young as preschool can lead to long lasting lifestyle changes. → Read More
Have a New Year’s resolution? Here’s how to keep it
Experts offer tips on how to stick to your New Year's resolutions. → Read More
‘The silent killer’: Rise in blood pressure now linked to the pandemic
INDIANAPOLIS — Nearly two years into the pandemic and the list of ways it’s affected people’s lives is exhaustive. Not only has the virus itself now killed 800,000 Americans, but it’s had lasting effects on our mental and physical health. That includes our blood pressures. Researchers looking at the blood pressure of more than a […] → Read More
Feeling guilty over holiday indulgences? Don’t.
INDIANAPOLIS — The holidays are often filled with tons of food and scrumptious treats. But for those that indulge, it can often be followed by guilt and negative feelings of body image. But health experts say that doesn’t have to (and shouldn’t be) the case. A recent survey from OnePoll on behalf of Herbalife found […] → Read More
As winter looms, many Americans may struggle with Seasonal Affective Disorder
With the end of Daylight Saving Time, we’re all now getting used to the fact that it’s getting darker sooner, while also ushering in colder weather and winter. → Read More
The rise of ‘shrinkflation’ and what you can do to save money
“Shrinkflation” is when a manufacturer lessens the amount of product yet sells the item for the same price. And, consumers may start to notice it more in the coming months. → Read More
Cases of ‘broken heart syndrome’ on the rise
Broken heart syndrome, also known as stress cardiomyopathy or Takotsubo syndrome , is a temporary heart condition that often mimics the symptoms of a heart attack. → Read More
How pandemic stress is changing the way we make decisions: ‘So many people are struggling’
For so many of us, the light at the end of the pandemic tunnel is near. A recent survey conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of the American Psychological Association detailed an overwhelming majority or adults (70%) feel like things will “work out” after the pandemic ends. With even more (77%) saying that they […] → Read More
Fear or phobia? How the ‘spooky season’ can affect people
While Halloween is fun for many of us, the "spooky season" triggers phobias in others. → Read More