Study shines light on increased autoimmune disease in women
New research done at Stanford University could help explain why more women are prone to autoimmune diseases. Those include a broad range of disorders including rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, lupus and psoriasis. The study found it appears this disparity may be linked to something called "X-chromosome inactivation", which is when the body shuts down activity on an X-chromosome as a defensive measure. KTVU's Alex Savidge and Jana Katsuyama speak with the senior author of the study, Dr. Howard Chang about how this reaction could lead to a higher number of autoimmune diseases among women.
New research done at Stanford University could help explain why more women are prone to autoimmune diseases. Those include a broad range of disorders including rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, lupus and psoriasis. The study found it appears this disparity may be linked to something called "X-chromosome inactivation", which is when the body shuts down activity on an X-chromosome as a defensive measure. KTVU's Alex Savidge and Jana Katsuyama speak with the senior author of the study, Dr. Howard Chang about how this reaction could lead to a higher number of autoimmune diseases among women.
Kaiser Permanente awards $9M grant to boost Oakland schools
Kaiser Permanente has announced a new partnership with Oakland Unified School District, awarding OUSD a $9 million grant to boost health services and academic support. The money will be spread out over the course of three years and is being given to help students and staff lead healthier lives. KTVU's Jana Katsuyama is joined in the studio by Oakland Schools Superintendent Kyla Johnson-Trammel and Yvette Radford with Kaiser Permanente for more details on how the money will be spent.
Kaiser Permanente has announced a new partnership with Oakland Unified School District, awarding OUSD a $9 million grant to boost health services and academic support. The money will be spread out over the course of three years and is being given to help students and staff lead healthier lives. KTVU's Jana Katsuyama is joined in the studio by Oakland Schools Superintendent Kyla Johnson-Trammel and Yvette Radford with Kaiser Permanente for more details on how the money will be spent.
Wendy Williams, 59, diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, aphasia
Former talk show host and radio personality Wendy Williams was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia and aphasia, according to a spokesperson.
Former talk show host and radio personality Wendy Williams was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia and aphasia, according to a spokesperson.
Stanley cup maker faces lawsuit over presence of lead in tumblers
The lawsuit is seeking punitive damages and a “permanent injunction requiring PMI to disclose any lead or other toxins in its products in California."
The lawsuit is seeking punitive damages and a “permanent injunction requiring PMI to disclose any lead or other toxins in its products in California."
Expert talks prevention during Teen Dating Violence Awareness month
KTVU's Alex Savidge sits down with Dr. Katrina Rapa with Kaiser Permanente to talk about how teens can develop healthy skills to prevent dating violence.
KTVU's Alex Savidge sits down with Dr. Katrina Rapa with Kaiser Permanente to talk about how teens can develop healthy skills to prevent dating violence.
Bay area medical expert discusses importance of art in development for Black youth
Dr. Keedra McNeill, Pediatrician at Kaiser Permanente discusses the important role fine arts play in youth development
Dr. Keedra McNeill, Pediatrician at Kaiser Permanente discusses the important role fine arts play in youth development
Rekindling Romance: Bay area expert shares tips ahead of Valentine's Day
Kaiser Permanente Clinical Psychologist Jackie Shiels shares four key ways to strengthen your bond with your romantic partner.
Kaiser Permanente Clinical Psychologist Jackie Shiels shares four key ways to strengthen your bond with your romantic partner.
Deadly listeria outbreak linked to cotija cheese, queso fresco, more dairy products, CDC says
The decade-long outbreak of listeria across 11 U.S. states has been linked to a cheese and dairy company in California. Two people have died and at least 26 have been sickened.
The decade-long outbreak of listeria across 11 U.S. states has been linked to a cheese and dairy company in California. Two people have died and at least 26 have been sickened.
700 alleged drug dealers arrested in San Francisco over 6 months
Hundreds of alleged drug dealers were arrested in San Francisco over six months as part of an operation by local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to dismantle open-air drug markets.
Hundreds of alleged drug dealers were arrested in San Francisco over six months as part of an operation by local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to dismantle open-air drug markets.
'Big Bang Theory' actress Kate Micucci diagnosed with lung cancer: 'Never smoked a cigarette in my life'
Kate Micucci shared a TikTok in which she was seen lying in a hospital bed and explained that she was recovering after undergoing lung surgery to treat the cancer.
Kate Micucci shared a TikTok in which she was seen lying in a hospital bed and explained that she was recovering after undergoing lung surgery to treat the cancer.
Mama June's daughter Anna dead at 29
Mama June announced Sunday that her 29-year-old daughter, Anna "Chickadee" Cardwell, died following a cancer battle.
Mama June announced Sunday that her 29-year-old daughter, Anna "Chickadee" Cardwell, died following a cancer battle.
Local experts demonstrate life-saving measures for opioid overdose
Mike Snow and Sabrina Fuentes of The HIV Education and Prevention Project of Alameda County talk about the life-saving measures for someone experiencing an opioid overdose. For more information on how to get involved-- visit https://heppac.org/
Mike Snow and Sabrina Fuentes of The HIV Education and Prevention Project of Alameda County talk about the life-saving measures for someone experiencing an opioid overdose. For more information on how to get involved-- visit https://heppac.org/
Holiday hazards: Bay area pediatrician encourages parents to be alert
Dr. Kendra McNeill talks about the holiday hazards parents need to watch for this season
Dr. Kendra McNeill talks about the holiday hazards parents need to watch for this season
World AIDS Day in the Bay Area
San Francisco is home to more than 15,000 people living with HIV/AIDs and across California, there are more than 139,000 people with the disease. On this World AIDS Day, KTVU's Alex Savidge and Frank Mallicoat speak with Tyler Termeer, CEO of the San Francisco Aids Foundation about the progress we've made to combat the disease and how far we have to go.
San Francisco is home to more than 15,000 people living with HIV/AIDs and across California, there are more than 139,000 people with the disease. On this World AIDS Day, KTVU's Alex Savidge and Frank Mallicoat speak with Tyler Termeer, CEO of the San Francisco Aids Foundation about the progress we've made to combat the disease and how far we have to go.
Expert shares advice on how to keep up healthy habits during the holidays
Dr. Linda Shiue, Internal Medicine Physician and Director of Culinary and Lifestyle Medicine at Kaiser Permanente San Francisco talks about ways you can keep up healthy eating habits during the holiday season.
Dr. Linda Shiue, Internal Medicine Physician and Director of Culinary and Lifestyle Medicine at Kaiser Permanente San Francisco talks about ways you can keep up healthy eating habits during the holiday season.