Medical Minute

According to a study by Initial Washroom Hygiene, handbags have up to ten times the level of microbiological activity on them than an average toilet seat. Willem Marx reports from London.

Some wounded military men and women are turning to the sport of surfing for a little "ocean therapy." Teresa Garcia reports.

More than half of U.S. dogs and cats are overweight or obese, but vets say there are many ways to make sure your pet gets the healthiest, most nutritious diet. Adriana Diaz reports.

A recent consumer report shows most pet owners get their prescriptions from their vet but getting them at the pharmacy can cost hundreds of dollars less. Alexis Christoforous reports.

Pets are now able to receive essential chemo and radiation treatments to cure cancer. Vets are also prescribing anti-nausea medication to minimize the effects of the cancer treatments and have extended the life expectancy of dogs and cats diagnosed with cancer from several months to several years.

New health care laws are urging doctors to keep only digital records, yet only 40 percent of physicians in the U.S. have converted their paper files. Alison Harmelin reports.