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Topic: Infant Immunizations
Guest(s): Dr. Kathryn Edwards
National Infant Immunization Week; Measels Outbreak Featured
Routine Infant Immunizations
Guest(s):Dr. Kathryn Edwards
Topic Info:The week of April 25 is National Infant Immunization Week. While Minnesota health officials have attempted to contain a measles outbreak since February, Utah and Texas are reporting cases of the highly contagious disease as well. Dr. Kathryn Edwards, a ...
Show Date:2011-04-27
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Topic: Antibiotics and Antibiotic Resistance
Guest(s): Dr. Rodney Willoughby Jr., MD, FAAP
It is Get Smart About Antibiotics Week
Guest(s):Dr. Rodney Willoughby Jr., MD, FAAP
Topic Info:The AAP is a partner in Get Smart About Antibiotics Week, November 15-21. This CDC campaign raises awareness of appropriate antibiotic use, and aims to improve use of antibiotics in healthcare settings. Dr. Rodney Willoughby Jr., MD, FAAP, comes on the sh ...
Show Date:2010-11-17
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Topic: Antibiotics
Guest(s): Behzad Khosrovi, M.A., Ph.D.
Global Problem of Antibiotic Resistance
Guest(s):Behzad Khosrovi, M.A., Ph.D.
Topic Info:The incidence of drug-resistant hospital infections is growing at an alarming rate, and strains of bacteria are now emerging that are resistant to all known antibiotic drugs. NovaBay is actively searching for the next generation of antimicrobial compound ...
Show Date:2010-09-21
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Topic: Flu Vaccine
Guest(s): Dr. Hank Bernstein D.O.
Recommendations for the New Flu Vaccine
Guest(s):Dr. Hank Bernstein D.O.
Topic Info:The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has issued updated recommendations for the use of trivalent seasonal influenza vaccine and antiviral medications for the prevention and treatment of influenza in children. The AAP policy statement, “Recommendati ...
Show Date:2010-09-15
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Topic: Avoiding Deadly Surgical Site Infections
Guest(s): Dr. Rabih Darouiche
Avoiding Surgical Site Infections
Guest(s):Dr. Rabih Darouiche
Topic Info:Surgical site infections can be debilitating and even deadly for patients, especially when the infection is caused by an antibiotic resistant bacterial strain. Approximately 300,000 to 500,000 Americans suffer from surgical site infections each year, ...
Show Date:2010-02-09
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Topic: New HIV/AIDS Research
Guest(s): Kandy Ferree
The National AIDS Fund and “Positive Charge” Featured
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Topic: Sleep Issues and Immunity
Guest(s): Joseph Rotella, MD, DC
Can Sleeping Help Prevent the Flu? Popular
Guest(s):Joseph Rotella, MD, DC
Topic Info:Research indicates that 60% of the U.S. population suffers from snoring, a primary cause of sleep disturbance. To help people experience complete sleep, making them less susceptible to the flu as well as other health risks. A recent report released by ...
Show Date:2009-11-11
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Topic: Swine, Seasonal Flu & Vaccine Updates
Guest(s): Dr. Hank Bernstein
Prepare Your Children for Flu Season Popular
Guest(s):Dr. Hank Bernstein
Topic Info:This Winter, The only thing experts can say for sure about the upcoming flu season is that it will be unlike any other, with multiple flu viruses circulating...putting our kids at high risk. Dr. Hank Bernstein joins the show with the latest updates on ...
Show Date:2009-10-28
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Topic: Swine, Seasonal Flu & Vaccine Updates
Guest(s): Dr. Hank Bernstein
Latest Updates on H1N1 Vaccines for Kids Featured Popular
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Topic: College Campus: A Parents Healthy Checklist
Guest(s): Yolanda (Linda) Reid Chassiakos, MD, FAAP
Health Concerns on Campus: What Parent's Need to Know
Guest(s):Yolanda (Linda) Reid Chassiakos, MD, FAAP
Topic Info:College is an exciting time! Meeting new people, learning new things and possibly living away from home for the 1st time! BUT, with these new exciting learning experiences, come new routines, pressures and responsibilities. Dr. Linda Reid Chassiakos joi ...
Show Date:2009-09-30
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Topic: Science and Medicine: Infections
Guest(s): Nicholas Landekic
Potential Solutions to Resistant Infections, Including MRSA
Guest(s):Nicholas Landekic
Topic Info:Nicholas Landekic, President and CEO of PolyMedix joins the show to discuss a new antimicrobial polimer that can burst the bubble on antibiotic resistant bacteria.
Show Date:2009-09-30
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Topic: Vaccines 101: From B
Guest(s): Robert W. Frenck, Jr MD, FAAP
Vaccination Schedule: Ages 3-10 Boosters and More Featured
Vaccines for Tweens and Teens
Guest(s):Robert W. Frenck, Jr MD, FAAP
Topic Info:Immunizations protect children. Vaccine-preventable diseases can have dangerous consequences, including seizures, brain damage, blindness and even death. The recommended childhood immunization schedule is designed to protect children when they are most vu ...
Show Date:2009-09-23
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Vaccine Ingredients and Safety: What You Need to Know
Guest(s):Robert W. Frenck, Jr MD, FAAP
Topic Info:Immunizations protect children. Vaccine-preventable diseases can have dangerous consequences, including seizures, brain damage, blindness and even death. The recommended childhood immunization schedule is designed to protect children when they are most vu ...
Show Date:2009-09-23
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Topic: From H1N1 Virus to the Common Cold
Guest(s): Dr. Henry (Hank) Bernstein
How Parents Can Protect Their Children From H1N1
Guest(s):Dr. Henry (Hank) Bernstein
Topic Info:The World Health Organization (WHO) has raised the pandemic alert level to Phase 6 in response to the global spread of the H1N1 (swine flu) virus. This reflects that the virus has spread to other parts of the world, but it does not mean that the virus has ...
Show Date:2009-09-09
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Latest Information About H1N1 Vaccine Featured
How "Common" Are Colds and Flu
Guest(s):Dr. Henry (Hank) Bernstein
Topic Info:The World Health Organization (WHO) has raised the pandemic alert level to Phase 6 in response to the global spread of the H1N1 (swine flu) virus. This reflects that the virus has spread to other parts of the world, but it does not mean that the virus has ...
Show Date:2009-09-09
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Treating Kids Colds Without Drugs Featured
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Topic: Male Incontinence
Guest(s): Dr. Theodore Benderev, MD
Urinary Leakage in the Active Man (Incontinence)
Guest(s):Dr. Theodore Benderev, MD
Show Date:2007-09-04
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