Looking back at professor's personal lessons on life and death
"Sound Medicine" on Feb. 9 features a retrospective on the lessons that Vincent Gattone taught his medical students about life and death while he underwent treatment for cancer.
Vincent Gattone, Ph.D., was a professor of pathology and instructor of gross anatomy at the Indiana University School of Medicine. The renowned researcher and teacher, father of five children and devoted husband died J.... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - February 8, 2014 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
Top brain vs. bottom brain
Stephen Kosslyn, Ph.D., joins "Sound Medicine" to talk about his new book, "Top Brain, Bottom Brain: Surprising Insights Into How You Think." Dr. Kossalyn comments on replacing the traditional left brain/right brain paradigm, the top brain/bottom brain theory, and how to determine your dominant mode of thought..... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - February 2, 2014 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
The history of the iron lung
The iron lung was a device used to treat patients who had lost lung function due to polio in the 1950s. The large steel, airtight, cylindrical tank resembled a medieval torture device and was large enough to encapsulate a human body. John Bach, M.D., speaks with "Sound Medicine" about the history of the iron lung and the initial fear that surrounded the machine..... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - February 2, 2014 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
New treatment for Autism
Autism is one of the most difficult disorders to treat. But an unconventional treatment involving tiny worms may hold real promise. Jeremy Shere has more..... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - February 2, 2014 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
Regulating antibiotics in animals
HoThe Food and Drug Administration announced its plans to decrease the use of antibiotics in animals raised primarily for meat. According to the FDA, antibiotic-resistant bacteria are beginning to develop and have the potential to be transmitted from meat to humans..... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - February 2, 2014 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
The consequences of postpartum depression
Postpartum depression is not uncommon among new mothers, and it's usually temporary. But did you know that for some unfortunate moms, postpartum depression can linger and turns into something more serious?.... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - February 2, 2014 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
New advances in contraception
A recent study published in the Journal of Adolescent Health found that teenagers trying to obtain emergency contraception from pharmacists were being denied. Lead author Tracey Wilkinson, M.D., MPH, found that pharmacists told many teenagers 17 and older they needed a prescription for Plan B or to have a parent or guardian present, or they cited ethical reasons for not supplying Plan B.
Austr.... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - February 1, 2014 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
Waiting for a miracle
Larry Cripe, M.D., shares a moving essay about the cost of waiting for medical miracles and the role faith plays in healing..... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - January 26, 2014 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
The medical benefits of marijuana
J. Michael Bostwick, M.D., joins "Sound Medicine" for the second of two interviews exploring the risks and benefits of marijuana use. In this final segment, Dr. Bostwick discusses the medical uses of marijuana and cannabinoids..... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - January 26, 2014 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
The health effects of beatboxing
Beatboxers can create multiple sound effects from their throats at the same time. But are all those squeaks, pops, and grunts doing damage in there? Sound Medicine's Eric Metcalf goes in for a closer look..... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - January 26, 2014 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
Eliminating the Guinea worm
Donald Hopkins, M.D.,helped eradicate smallpox. Now he is close to eliminating the ancient Guinea worm, a parasitic infection that is spread by drinking water contaminated with water fleas. "Sound Medicine" host Anne Ryder speaks with Dr. Hopkins about the Guinea worm and the Carter Center's efforts to eliminate them..... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - January 26, 2014 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
The challenges faced by student-run medical clinics
Currently there are 110 student-run free medical clinics operated by 49 U.S. medical schools. Field reporter Scott Goldberg takes "Sound Medicine" behind the scenes of a student-run medical clinic in Chicago and exposes the problems facing the facility and clinics all over the country..... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - January 26, 2014 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
Obesity and death
Experts disagree about whether being obese shortens your lifespan. But did you know that according to one recent study, the answer is a resounding "yes"?.... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - January 26, 2014 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
Measuring surgical technique
The New England Journal of Medicine recently published a study that compared the outcomes of surgery from surgeons with good technique and poor technique. John Birkmeyer, M.D., lead author of the study, discusses the study and how inefficient surgeons, made aware of their shortcomings, can improve their skills. An additional study conducted by Samer Mattar, M.D., found that many new surgeons might.... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - January 25, 2014 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
Apps for pets
Elizabeth Murphy, DVM, joins "Sound Medicine" to discuss smartphone apps for pet owners. According to Dr. Murphy, there are multiple apps that can help pet owners keep track of vaccination records, map walks and give emergency medical advice..... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - January 19, 2014 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
