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Antibiotics: The Growing Health Crisis We’re Not Talking About, Part 1

>> November 13, 2022

People around the world have heavily relied on antibiotics to fight off infections for decades. Unfortunately, this dependency has created a global resistance to some of the drugs, leading to the deaths of more than one million people in 2019. Dr. John …

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Have We Relied Too Much on Healthcare?

>> November 6, 2022

Hospitals are a foundational part of our health, but Dr. Michael Stein, a primary care physician, believes we may be depending too much on medicine. He explains the difference between healthcare and public health, arguing that we should pay more attention to …

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Tetralogy of Fallot and the Incredible Story of a Life-Saving Surgery

>> May 8, 2022

Tetralogy of Fallot is a rare heart condition that usually requires at least one open-heart surgery. However, two new self-expanding valves give up to 80% of patients the option of a catheterization procedure instead of surgery. Dr. Jeff Zampi explains how …

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The Laser Treatment That Harms Breast Cancer Patients

>> April 10, 2022

A vaginal rejuvenation laser treatment has been accused of targeting breast cancer patients and not upholding its promises. An expert reveals how this treatment can cause worse harm and chronic pain to breast cancer patients. Guest Information: Dr. …

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Lisfranc Injuries: Not Just a Sprained Foot or Ankle

>> August 23, 2020

People who injure their foot often think they have a mere sprained foot or ankle when they actually have an injury that is potentially much more severe and disabling if not treated. Experts explain the Lisfranc joint and injuries that can hurt …

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Dupuytren’s Disease: Crippler of Hands

>> January 20, 2019

Dupuytren’s disease (pronounced DOO-pah-tren) is the most common disorder crippling hands that most people have never heard of. It is a genetic condition of the fascia beneath the skin of the palms, and it stubbornly resists treatment. An expert and a …

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