Radio Health Journal

19-36 Segment 1: Surviving An Active Shooter

With the recent active shooter incidents in El Paso and Dayton, these incidents no longer seem rare, and experts say there’s been a shift in public perception. Now they seemingly could happen anywhere, and it’s become a public health issue. Two experts discuss the changing theory of how to survive an active shooter incident through what’s called “run, hide, and fight.”

19-35 Segment 1: Sudden Unexplained Death of a Child

Each year, some 400 US children over age 1, most of them toddlers, die overnight for no known reason. Families, longing for answers, often find that their families, friends, and even pediatricians are unfamiliar with this classification of death, or that they even occur. Family members who have lost a child, a medical examiner, and a research expert who has lost a child discuss SUDC.

19-35 Segment 2: Tonsil Stones

Some people find that small “stones” are growing on their tonsils. They’re an accumulation of skin cells, food, and other debris. While they are not medically dangerous or painful, they often produce bad breath or sometimes pain. Two expert physicians discuss tonsil stones’ formation and treatment.

19-34 Segment 1: A Closer Look at Food Waste

Experts believe about 40 percent of the food available in America is thrown away. Solving this environmental problem also creates an opportunity to help with food insecurity. It starts with consumers. Experts explain where waste comes from and how people can cut down on its production.

19-33 Segment 1: Copper Toxicity

High levels of copper in the body can produce mental health symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and aggression. However, most doctors don’t test for copper levels and may prescribe medications like antidepressants instead. An author who suffered years with undiagnosed copper toxicity and two expert psychiatrists discuss diagnosis and treatment.

19-32 Segment 1: The Economics of Later School Start Times

Thirty years of research have shown that teenagers’ biology prevents them from getting to sleep much before 11pm, and with most high schools starting classes around 8 am, they are chronically sleep deprived. Experts discuss how students and even the economy would benefit from later start times and the reasons many people and school districts still oppose the change.

19-32 Segment 2: Dog Breeds and Dog Bites

Nearly 40 percent of American homes have a dog, and while dogs may be “man’s best friend,” sometimes they bite, and sometimes with serious consequences. An expert who has studied dog bites discusses the reality of breed temperament, especially when children are around, how to prevent bites, and whether breeds with dangerous reputations deserve them.

A look at the top medical headlines for the week of September 8, 2019.

September 15, 2019September 11, 2019

Medical Notes 19-37

A look at the top medical headlines for the week of September 15, 2019.

September 15, 2019September 9, 2019

19-37 Segment 2: Primary Care And Medical Cost

The US spends more on medical care than other nations while quality still lags behind. A health industry expert explains how increased use of primary care and increased engagement with providers could reverse both trends.

September 15, 2019September 9, 2019

19-37 Segment 1: Importing Canadian Drugs

The Trump Administration has proposed wholesale import of drugs from Canada to ease high US prescription drug prices. But since Canada is 1/10 th the size of the US, could it supply enough drugs to make a difference? What’s more, it appears Canadians are opposed to the plan and are devising rules to stop it. Experts discuss pro’s and con’s.

September 8, 2019September 7, 2019

19-36 Segment 1: Surviving An Active Shooter

September 8, 2019September 7, 2019

19-36 Segment 2: Fighting Off Stress at College

College students are facing more stress than ever, but may be less prepared to handle it. As students head back to campus, two experts discuss how students can reduce stress.

September 8, 2019September 7, 2019

Medical Notes 19-36

A look at the top medical headlines for the week of September 8, 2019.

September 1, 2019September 7, 2019

19-35 Segment 1: Sudden Unexplained Death of a Child

September 1, 2019September 7, 2019

19-35 Segment 2: Tonsil Stones

September 1, 2019September 7, 2019

Medical Notes 19-35

A look at the top medical headlines for the week of September 1, 2019.

August 25, 2019September 7, 2019

19-34 Segment 1: A Closer Look at Food Waste

August 25, 2019September 7, 2019

19-34 Segment 2: Giggling Epilepsy

Epilepsy can show itself in many ways, including as episodes of giggling and laughing. An expert discusses the case of a then-nine-year old boy with such seizures, the danger they posed, and the novel way he was treated.