Health

We discovered there's actually a lot of truth to that longstanding myth about laughter—it really is the best medicine!

You work out, eat right, and take care of your body, but could you be neglecting another important part of your healthcare?

Kittens, men in black, practical jokes—you never know what will happen in an emergency room. Paging Dr. Hilarity.

Cancer is the only six-letter word that can stop so many in their tracks—but oncologists in our town have cancer on the run.

This year was a banner one for Bakersfield hospitals. New equipment, new physicians, and new focus means a healthy 2010.

When you've got to select a specialist, who do you turn to? These are nationally-ranked physicians and they're available locally.

What if we told you that hitting the snooze button was actually good for you? That's right, sleep is important...so grab those sheep and get dozin'.

In pursuit of younger-looking skin? Turn back the clock on your skin with these age-defying tricks and tips.

Just like a car, all dudes need a regular tuneup. So gentleman, make sure you read this feature and talk to your doctor about the specific tests you should be getting at each stage in your life.

Raise your hand if you know someone with the plague! We're betting Dr. Royce Johnson will be the only one to do so. He told us about some of the most uncommon disease infecting Kern today.