Mon, 19 November 2007
Across the United States communities are facing an increasing number of health issues among children, including childhood obesity, diabetes, and physical inactivity. At the same time we are placing more and more emphasis on improving performance in the classroom. Is there a way to enhance both the physical health and academic potential of our kids? The answer is, ABSOLUTELY! Today we have two guests on the show to discuss these issues. Phil Lawler, a leader in physical education, joins us from Naperville, Ill., and joining us from Boston is Dr. John Ratey, a clinical associate professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and the author of a new book, SPARK: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain, which will be released soon.
Program Reference Notes: SPARK The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain, John J. Ratey, M.D. |
Mon, 19 November 2007
Dr. John Ho, a cardiologist at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, joins us today to talk about heart health. In addition to discussing specific steps we can take to avoid heart disease, we’ll also explain what tests can be taken to detect heart disease, and what treatment options are available if heart disease is identified. We’ll also discuss a new study that indicates taking cholesterol-lowering medication might increase the risk of cancer.
"Hostility, anger linked to chronic inflammation." Reuters, Aug. 2, 2007 What’s my target heart rate and why should I care? Cooper Aerobics Center web site "Taking statins may increase cancer risk." www.timesonline.com, posted July 24, 2007 "Statins' Cancer Benefits Challenged. Study Shows Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs Don't Cut Cancer Risk." www.webmd.com, posted Jan. 3, 2006 "Statins and the Risk of Colorectal Cancer." The New England Journal of Medicine, Vol. 352, No. 21, May 26, 2005 |
Mon, 19 November 2007
Today is Ladies Day on "Healthy Living," but guys don’t go anywhere. You’ll want to hear the information we’ll be sharing because it pertains to all wives, moms, sisters, and daughters. We’ll cover hormone replacement therapy (HRT), a new study that indicates diet may play a big role in ovarian cancer, and osteoporosis. Our special guest is Dr. David Rodgers a board certified OB/GYN surgeon and director of gynecologic services for Cooper Clinic. Dr. Rogers answers listeners’ calls. |
Mon, 19 November 2007
Knowing exactly what to do in terms of preventive medical exams can be pretty confusing especially if you’re a woman. Between new advances in technology and conflicting results from scientific studies, it’s sometimes hard to keep up on all the latest recommendations. Today we hope to bring you up to speed. Our special guest is Dr. David Rodgers, a board certified OB/GYN surgeon and director of gynecologic services for Cooper Clinic. We’ll discuss the latest options regarding mammograms, what can be done for PMS, and how anti-depressants may have some side effects you’re not aware of. Dr. Rogers answers listeners’ calls. |