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Healthwatch: Under the Radar

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 08:54:03 -0500

Author Dr. Pamela Peeke discussed medical stories that flew under the radar like vinegar’s ability to aaid in weight-loss.

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Thu, 14 May 2009 13:38:30 -0400

A new high-tech prosthetic, called the C-Leg, is making it easier for amputees to live with artificial limbs. Karen Brown reports.

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Thu, 23 Jul 2009 04:17:40 -0400

Joie Chen reports on the emotional needs of cancer patients; a study revealing life expectancy for those suffering from dementia; and 40 million people in the U.S. cannot afford adequate health care.

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Thu, 14 May 2009 22:59:29 -0400

Meg Oliver reports on how brain atrophy can cause the elderly to ask inappropriate questions; new research on pregnancy and depression; and using cancer drugs to treat Crohn’s disease.

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Sat, 02 May 2009 02:23:11 -0400

Joie Chen reports on unsettling ER statistics; an FDA report approves cloned meat for future human consumption; and a CT scan that can detect calcium buildup in arteries, preventing heart attack.

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Thu, 14 May 2009 23:25:57 -0400

Meg Oliver reports on the use of hypnosis for breast cancer patients; how low-fat diets can help pancreatic transplant patients; and new data encourages screenings for prostate cancer.

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Thu, 14 May 2009 22:00:53 -0400

Meg Oliver reports on an increased abuse of prescription and over-the-counter drugs; the lack of calcium among inner-city kids; and the link between starchy foods and diabetes.

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Thu, 14 May 2009 23:30:43 -0400

Meg Oliver reports on the benefits of exercise for the elderly; a decline in hormone therapy has lead to lower breast cancer rates; and heavier women are less likely to stick with breast feeding.

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Thu, 23 Jul 2009 04:37:54 -0400

Meg Oliver reports on new autism screening procedures; increased use of high blood pressure and cholesterol medications; and doctors experiment with hot sauce as a pain reliever.

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Thu, 14 May 2009 23:37:30 -0400

Meg Oliver reports on fending off cardiovascular disease with vitamins; the link between obesity and sugar intake; and scientists find a gene that’s able to stop cancerous cells from multiplying.

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Thu, 23 Jul 2009 05:00:50 -0400

Meg Oliver reports on regional differences in health-care spending; treating hip fractures in the elderly; and how high abortion rates have stirred controversy surrounding birth defect screenings.

HealthWatch Year In Review

Thu, 14 May 2009 21:21:23 -0400

From the massive toy recall to the French woman who had a face transplant, 2007 marked a year of memorable medical stories. Russ Mitchell recaps some of this year’s health highlights.