Heartburn can be a sign of serious medical issues, like heart attack, torn aorta or bleeding ulcer. But assuming those diagnosis have been ruled out, can we really call heartburn a disease? Or is it just the result of bad behavior? Listen now for my opinion (as a fellow sufferer).
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Is Acetaminophen or Tylenol safe for kids, especially when you have to use it repeated for days during a cold that may last more than a week. Listen now for the latest research and my opinion on the study.
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Women certainly see the doctor more often than men. But men die sooner. Why are some researchers saying that men are the weaker sex? Listen now!
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San Fransisco City Counsel makes a move that can only happy in California. I love the sentiment behind not allowing marketing to our kids. But I’m torn over perpetuating the “Nanny State” we already live in. The decision has since been vetoed, but makes for interesting consideration.
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The diabetes drug Metformin or Glucophage has been shown to reduce cancer rates by as much as 30%. Great news considering how cheap this drug is. But let’s not put everyone on it quite yet. Listen now.
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Checklists can save lives without adding cost! Pilots and other professionals who manage complex systems know this. If hospitals use safety checks more, lives would be saved.
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Energy drinks are the latest beverage fad. After all, who doesn’t need more energy? But buyer beware, common sense may not protect you due to the way these drinks are packaged and marketed.
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You can’t choose when to have a stroke or heart attack. The best thing you can do is get help immediately. While the press is discouraged by this study, I am encouraged. Find out why in 60 seconds.
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Medical errors can be disastrous and are unfortunately all too common. Today we talk about what you can do to prevent becoming a victim of medical errors.
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Since we pay for each others health sins in the form of higher medical insurance premiums, should the government regulate your ability to transgress? After all, they are the largest payer. Today we look at proposed government regulation of salt content in processed foods.
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