Colostomy pride
Each year, hundreds of people undergo a colostomy or "ostomy." because part of their bowel had to be removed. After Jason McIntosh had an ostomy last year due to irritable bowel syndrome, he decided to start a business with his wife called Awestomy, a company that sells attractive undergarments for colostomy bags. McIntire discusses having an ostomy, the stigma attached to having an ostomy bag, an.... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - November 24, 2013 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
Intraoperative radiation
Traditional radiation for breast cancer patients usually involves six weeks of treatment after surgery. Community Health Network in Central Indiana is now offering INTRABEAM radiation to women with early-stage breast cancer. INTRABEAM radiation is a 20- to 30-minute dose of radiation applied directly to the cancerous area during surgery. S. Chace Lottich, M.D., a breast surgeon with Community He.... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - November 24, 2013 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
Prick free diabetes testing
Managing diabetes can be a hassle, but did you know that a simple breath test could soon make dealing with diabetes prick-free? Jeremy Shere has more..... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - November 24, 2013 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
Oregon Medicaid study
"Sound Medicine" health care policy analyst Aaron Carroll, M.D., M.S., speaks with host Barbara Lewis about the results of the Oregon Medicaid study. He explains his perspective on the study, what the researchers learned, and the limitations of the study..... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - November 24, 2013 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
Eskenazi Health
The Sidney and Lois Eskenazi Hospital, the new county hospital in downtown Indianapolis, was designed with patient and staff safety and compassionate care in mind. Jill Ditmire of "Sound Medicine" goes behind the scenes at the new state-of-the-art health care facility to see what this means. The Sidney and Lois Eskenazi Hospital will replace Wishard Hospital in December..... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - November 23, 2013 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
International medical graduates
Elizabeth Ingraham, assistant vice president of communications and outreach for the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates, discusses the challenges international medical graduates face when trying to become licensed in the United States. The commission evaluates the education and qualifications of foreign medical graduates..... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - November 17, 2013 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
Tylenol and alcohol
Tylenol is helpful when you have a headache and drinking alcohol in moderation has some health benefits. But did you know that taking Tylenol and alcohol together may lead to serious problems? Jeremy Shere has more..... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - November 17, 2013 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
FDA approves Zohydro ER
Last month the FDA approved a new high-dose narcotic painkiller, Zohydro ER, against the advice of its own advisors. Zohydro ER is five to 10 times stronger than traditional opioid painkillers and does not have abuse-deterrent properties. However, the FDA argues the benefits of Zohydro ER outweigh the costs..... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - November 17, 2013 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
Trans fat bans
The FDA has proposed banning partially hydrogenated oils, which are the source of trans fats. According to the FDA, trans fats raise bad cholesterol and lower good cholesterol, and banning trans fats could prevent 20,000 heart attacks and 7,000 deaths from heart disease every year..... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - November 16, 2013 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
Body-building supplements
There are hundreds of body-building supplements that promise the same things: increased energy, muscle growth and better overall health. However, body-building supplements are not regulated by the FDA and do not require clinical trials to prove safety and effectiveness. Michael Ormsbee, Ph.D., discusses the safety of body-building supplements, how they work and getting the most out of your supplem.... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - November 3, 2013 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
Combined hormonal contraceptives
A recent study found that many women using combined hormonal contraceptives could be at risk for a plethora of health isues. Combined hormonal contraceptives are a type of birth control that contain both estrogen and progesterone to prevent pregnancy, commonly used in pills, patches and vaginal rings. "Sound Medicine" healthy living expert Theresa Rohr-Kirchgraber, M.D., FACS, discusses the danger.... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - November 3, 2013 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
Never events
When going to the hospital for a routine surgery there are things that aren't supposed to happen called, 'never events.' But what happens when never events become a reality? Martin Makary, M.D., speaks with Sound Medicines about why things that are never supposed to happen, usually do..... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - November 3, 2013 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
Innovative cleft palate repair
Over 100,000 children in developing countries are born with cleft palates and lips, most of which will never be repaired due to lack of trained medical personnel. Roberto Flores, M.D., is the medical director of a groundbreaking technological resource that has the potential to train surgeons in developing countries to perform cleft palate and lip repair. Smile Train now hosts a free Web-based inte.... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - November 3, 2013 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
Cartilage growth and repair
As humans age, articular cartilage -- the smooth white tissue that covers the ends of bones where they form joints -- can become damaged. The damaged tissue cannot be repaired and can lead to chronic knee, hip and other joint pain. Stephen Trippel, M.D., is a cartilage growth and repair expert who joins "Sound Medicine" to discuss his research, the effects of damaged cartilage and why cartilage re.... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - November 3, 2013 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
Weight lifting and sperm count
Lifting weights is a good way to slim down and get toned ... But did you know that it may also help couples struggling with infertility?.... (Source: Sound Medicine)
Source: Sound Medicine - November 3, 2013 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Sound Medicine Source Type: news
