Mon, 24 April 2006
When it comes to heart health what is more important, total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, or HDL cholesterol?
What about Benecol and Take Control, two margarine-like spreads claiming to lower cholesterol? New data indicates one is better than the other, especially in the long run.
If you have had a hysterectomy, you probably know estrogen therapy increases your risk of stroke. But, do you know how it affects the risk of breast cancer?
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Mon, 24 April 2006
There is important news for women who are at an increased risk for breast cancer. A drug used primarily to treat osteoporosis turns out to be as effective as Tamoxifen, but with fewer side effects.
If you suffer from migraine headaches, the odds are you are a pre-menopausal female and the crippling pain is associated with your monthly cycle. Today we’ll discuss a new study that offers suggestions for treatment and prevention of migraines. Also a drug used to treat high blood pressure appears to reduce the frequency of headaches by over 80 percent.
Dr. Cooper takes calls.
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Mon, 17 April 2006
Hour 2 Dr. Pat Fulgham, one of the country’s top urologists and the Director of Surgical Oncology at Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas, gives us the latest information regarding prostate cancer, including updates about PSAs and how lifestyle can make a big difference in prevention and treatment of prostate cancer. |
Mon, 17 April 2006
Cooper Wellness Program ED Connie Tyne talks about impact of lack of sleep on overall quality of life.
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Mon, 10 April 2006
The Federal Government has just released the new obesity numbers and the news is not good. It’s estimated that over a quarter of a million kids can’t even fit into their car seats. We discuss the report, and what the numbers mean.
Also, there’s controversy surrounding the medications used for treating ADHD. We discuss three ways you can improve the condition without drugs.
Dr. Cooper takes calls.
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Mon, 10 April 2006
Millions of Americans are looking for ways to trim calories. Today we take a look at two new studies that examine the “risks and rewards? of the artificial sweetener aspartame and the fat substitute known as olestra.
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Mon, 3 April 2006
Stroke is the number three killer of Americans. We discuss steps to take in order to reduce stroke risk, especially if you suffer from atrial fibrillation. Governor Mike Huckabee lectured for the Cooper Institute last week. We discuss the highlights of his speech, and how the health of Americans is taxing all of us. Smoking cessation, and proper weight, are key components to lessoning this increasing burden. (A copy of Gov. Huckabee's book, Quit Digging Your Grave with Your Knife and Fork is available on our website, www.coopercomplete.com.) Dr. Cooper takes calls. |
Mon, 3 April 2006
Rate of heart failure is rising, can CoQ10 help; lower risk of heart attack and stroke; Plavix; glucosamine & chondroitin
The rate of heart failure in older Americans is on the rise but deaths due to heart failure are declining, especially in men. We discuss this phenomena, and how the supplement coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) may be beneficial for those who suffer from heart failure. We discuss the power of prayer, and findings from a study directed by Harvard University psychologist Jeffrey A. Dusek. Lower the risk of heart attack and stroke. Depending upon a couple of facotrs, you may or may not want to take both aspirin and Plavix, an antiplatelet medication. Should you take glucosamine and chondroitin if you have arthritic knees? We'll discuss the results of a new study. Dr. Cooper takes calls.
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