Mon, 30 October 2006
October 28, 2006 Hour 2: A couple of big studies this week report that CT scans can literally save lives
A couple of big studies this week report that CT scans can literally save the lives of smokers and former smokers. We also talk colds. A new study reports that the common cold may contribute to memory loss in later years. Also, new research reinforces how exercise can reduce our risk of catching a cold, can help us quit smoking, and recover from heart surgery. Dr. Cooper takes calls. |
Mon, 30 October 2006
October 28, 2006 Hour 1: A new study indicates that what we have for dinner can help make our brain five years younger
A new study indicates that what we have for dinner can help make our brain five years younger. The evidence is substantial that the benefits of eating fish far out weight the risks. There are some fish that aren’t as safe as others – we’ll tell you which ones. Our risk of stroke increases if our carotid arteries become blocked. A study published this week reports that one way of treating this condition is much better than the other approach. Dr. Cooper takes calls. |