The powerful and informative health and wellness series, Healthy Body, Healthy Mind continues with a strong line-up of topics. Uplifting and energizing, this award-winning series explores the personal side of health breakthroughs in treatment, prevention and research with well-told real stories of doctors, scientists and patients. Host Scott McFarland, MD, is the Medical Director, Emergency Department, of the Palm Beach Gardens (Florida) Medical Center. Every episode focuses on the stories of real people who are working to make life better for themselves and their families, despite tremendous medical obstacles. In addition to compelling stories, hear advice from top experts in the fields of health and wellness and learn about the latest technological advancements that will bring you to the cutting edge of medicine.
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Episode # 2401
An estimated one third of people between the ages of 65 and 75 and close to one half of those over 75 have some degree of hearing loss. And it's not just a problem for the elderly. One to three children out of a thousand are born with profound hearing loss...or they have no sense of hearing whatsoever. But today advances in research and technology, particularly involving cochlear implants may bring sound to those who have lost their hearing. In this program we'll meet both children born without hearing and elderly patients - one as old as 90-who lost their hearing over time and can now engage with their families, swim, dance and study thanks to their cochlear implants.
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Length : 26 min
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Episode # 2402
In the human body, there's a tiny structure that houses a huge amount of information: it's - the human gene. A gene is a length of DNA and helps to shape much of who we are. So, if something should go wrong with one of these smallest of elements, a giant-sized problem can result. And that's the case in the genetic mutation that causes a condition known as tuberous sclerosis, or TS. As you'll see in this episode Tuberous Sclerosis is a mysterious disease that causes lesions or tumors that can invade major organs. And though TS tumors are typically benign, they can bring on alarming consequences such as learning disorders, seizures, even autism.
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Length : 26 min
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Episode # 2403
It's the end of the day, you're home relaxing, and getting ready for a good night's sleep, when an irresistible urge to move your legs creeps in and keeps you awake all night. This could be caused by Restless Leg Syndrome, a neurological condition that creates a deep urge in the legs; a force that drives a person to have to move. For those with RLS it is an everyday, or every night occurrence. And it can have a profound influence on the person's ability to get a good night's sleep. But as we'll see in today's program although there is no cure for RLS, there are a number of therapies available today to help control the symptoms.
Friday, May 17, 2013
Length : 26 min
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Episode # 2404
Many older adults are concerned about breaking a hip, but in actuality spinal fractures are much more common. In fact vertebral compression fractures or VCF as they're known affect 25 percent of all post menopausal women in the United States. Unfortunately, often people don't attribute the sharp, agonizing pain in their backs to a fracture that can be healed, rather they blame arthritis or some other chronic condition they just have to live with. This leads to a poor quality of life because while the pain itself can be debilitating, fractures of the vertebra can also lead to deformities of the spine and difficulty with the most basic tasks of daily life. But there are treatments that can alleviate the pain almost instantly in some cases. In this program, experts will explain what puts people at risk for VCF and we will go into the surgical suite to watch as doctors perform procedures to heal the fractures.
Saturday, May 18, 2013
Length : 26 min
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Episode # 2405
A growing number of children and adults face the risk of life threatening allergic reactions known as anaphylaxis to foods, medications, insect stings, and even manmade substances like latex. Anaphylactic allergies start suddenly and involve several organ systems. Often children will have an anaphylactic response to peanuts or dairy or some other substance. But also adults who grew up allergy free can sometimes become anaphylactic later in life. In this program we will explore the science of allergies and anaphylaxis, see how to recognize an anaphylactic reaction, establish what should be done in case of an allergic emergency and meet families who've learned to cope with life-threatening allergies.
Monday, May 20, 2013
Length : 26 min
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Episode # 2501
Most adults can remember going through puberty...it's a normal part of growing up. But it becomes abnormal when it starts very early... when for example a 4 year-old child starts showing signs of body hair growth, breast development, or a six year old has a sudden growth spurt. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, precocious puberty, also known as early onset puberty occurs in approximately 1 out of 160 children. But as we'll see in this program there are effective therapies that can stop the progression. These treatments may also help the child avoid the consequences of precocious puberty.
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Length : 26 min
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Episode # 2502
Myelofibrosis is a type of chronic leukemia where bone marrow is slowly replaced with scar tissue. Depending on the severity of the scarring, there are consequences that can occur, such as anemia, weakness, and fatigue. But researchers are looking into a number of different therapies that may help people live longer with myelofibrosis. In this program we'll see how the condition is diagnosed; meet patients who are living with myelofibrosis and see what scientists think can be done to help manage the disease now and in the future.
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Length : 26 min
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Episode # 2503
Aneurysms can form where there is a weakness in the artery wall, often in the chest or abdomen. These aneurysms can be extremely dangerous - because if they burst, or rupture they are most often fatal. There are risk factors, like high blood pressure but often aneurysms can form silently-without the patient knowing anything is wrong. In this program we'll take the viewers inside the surgical suite to see how aneurysms are discovered, diagnosed and ultimately repaired. We'll also show viewers new surgical techniques that are making repairing an aneurysm a much less invasive process.
Thursday, May 23, 2013
Length : 26 min
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Episode # 2504
It can appear in most anyone at any age, yet many people are reluctant to reveal they even have this common medical disorder. It brings on painful flare-ups that can alter work life, school life, and social life. It's called, irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS. According to the National Institutes of Health, IBS-related symptoms may affect millions of Americans. Even so, it isn't the easiest subject for people to talk about. Likewise, it isn't an easy condition to understand, perhaps because there is no single cause. In this program we'll look at the very challenging condition of irritable bowel syndrome, learn what often triggers its symptoms, and hear how patients are learning to better control its effects on their lives.
Friday, May 24, 2013
Length : 26 min
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Episode # 2505
GIST- Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor is a rare disorder that in the past has been rapidly fatal. But researchers armed with the latest scientific breakthroughs are making great strides against this deadly cancer. In this program, we take you inside the laboratories to see how clinical trials are helping scientists better understand GIST and other cancers. And we'll hear from patients who are living with GIST about how they stay upbeat in the face of such a formidable foe.
Saturday, May 25, 2013
Length : 26 min
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Episode # 2506
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a condition where blood clots form in the deep veins of the legs. When parts of these clots break off they can travel to the lungs and cause a potentially fatal condition called Pulmonary Embolism or PE. These dangerous and deadly blood clots can form in anyone, but hospitalized patients, those who are on long airplane flights, or anyone who is sedentary for any length of time can be at risk. In this program, we'll see what can be done to prevent both DVT and PE. We'll also see how scientists working with public health experts are finding ways to help people lower their risks of both deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.
Monday, May 27, 2013
Length : 26 min
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Episode # 2601
Myelodysplastic Syndromes-MDS-is the name given to a group of little-known conditions where the bone marrow does not produce enough normal blood cells for the body to function properly. This can result in the crushing fatigue that is characteristic of anemia and increased infections and bleeding because of low white cells and fewer platelets. The only way to cure MDS is with a stem cell transplant-but since the disease is frequently diagnosed in elderly people-a stem cell transplant isn't generally regarded as safe for that patient population. Over the last several years researchers have come forward with new, less intense treatments for this condition. In this program, we travel to Boston & Martha's Vineyard, Mass, Dusseldorf Germany and Florence Italy to hear about the latest treatments that can help many patients with MDS-even those who are in their 80s or 90s.
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Length : 26 min
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Episode # 2602
Idiopathic thrombocytopenia Purpura, or ITP, is a fairly common blood disorder where the number of blood platelets in the body is lower than normal. In people with ITP, certain immune system antibodies malfunction and begin to attack blood platelets as if they were foreign invaders. Since blood platelets help stop bleeding by triggering the clotting process when a wound appears on the skin, a lower number of platelets greatly increases the risk of continued bleeding. But as we'll see in this program for many patients, medical science has made impressive strides in helping them maintain a proper balance of platelets, reducing the risks that can come with severe bleeding.
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
Length : 26 min
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Episode # 2603
Hemophilia refers to a group of bleeding disorders in which it takes a long time for the blood to clot. When you bleed, the body launches a series of reactions that help the blood clot. This process involves special proteins called coagulation factors. When one or more of these clotting factors are missing, there is usually a higher chance of bleeding. Hemophilia and hemophilia B is caused by a lack of specific clotting factors. In most cases, hemophilia is passed down through families. And it most often affects males. If hemophilia is severe it can be life-threatening. But there are ways to effectively manage this condition. In this program we'll head to a hemophilia treatment center to see what scientists have learned over the years about the disease and ways for patients and their families to bring it under control. As you'll see people with hemophilia and hemophilia b can live normal lives.
Thursday, May 30, 2013
Length : 26 min
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Episode # 2604
A Gastrointestinal Stomal Tumor, or GIST, is a fairly rare tumor of the digestive tract. Though there are other kinds of tumors that can originate in this part of the body, GISTs are different because they're created in different kinds of cells than other GI tumors. Though GIST can become life-threatening-- as you'll see in this program-- medical science has discovered new ways to alter the progression of this disease. Also in this program, we'll meet patients who are living with GIST including one man who had a fairly large GIST tumor, yet is approaching life actively and very optimistically.
Friday, May 31, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 2306
Multiple Sclerosis is a mysterious condition that often strikes in the prime of life and seemingly comes out of nowhere. In this program our goal is to raise awareness and educate the audience about multiple sclerosis. We describe the impact on the quality of life when patients are diagnosed and the effect it may have on family members. We'll also highlight research that is leading to breakthroughs and the importance of clinical trials so patients may continue to lead full and healthy lives after diagnosis.
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Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 2305
GIST -Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor is a rare and dangerous form of cancer that affects the digestive tract and other structures in the abdominal area. But unlike many other cancers there are targeted treatments that work very well for some patients with GIST. In this program we meet doctors who are at the forefront of cancer research, see how they are implementing these targeted treatments and hear about what's on the horizon. We will also meet patients who were diagnosed with GIST who have benefitted from the latest research and hear their stories.
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Monday, May 13, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 2304
Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) has been around for many years but today it is becoming more popular as a powerful anti-cancer treatment. It uses a photosentizing chemical and a laser light to literally destroy cancer cells and give patients a better quality of life. In some cases PDT can eliminate some early tumors completely. But more often PDT is used as another weapon in the arsenal to help oncologists and other members of the health-care team battle the cancer. In this program we take an up close look at photodynamic therapy, go into the operating room with the surgical team as they use PDT and hear from patients and physicians about the benefits and risks of this procedure.
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Saturday, May 11, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 2303
It's estimated that more than 8 million adults in the United States suffer from a condition called gout. As many of these individuals know all too well, when gout flares up - the pain can be almost unbearable. In this program we take a look at what triggers gout, and see how through a change in diet, effective use of medications and other therapies gout patients can bring this fiery condition under control. We also speak to both male and female gout patients to see how they've learned to manage this condition.
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Friday, May 10, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 2302
Rosacea is a skin condition that's been around for decades but is still misunderstood even today and often mistaken for acne or other diseases. While rosacea is not a life-threatening disease...since it appears on the face and other areas people who have this condition may try to hide it or treat it with over the counter acne products that simply don't work. In this program we'll clear up some misperceptions about rosacea and give viewers the information they need to better understand this condition...and seek out experts who can help them manage it.
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Thursday, May 09, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 2301
Wear sunscreen! We've all heard that warning. But for many of us it goes in one ear and out the other. But we might pay more attention if we thought by going out in the sun unprotected we might actually lose our ears...or our noses. In this program we take a look at an extremely common skin condition, actinic keratosis -AK- and see how some cases can result in an invasive form of cancer. We'll meet a patient, a former pro football player who had to have half of his nose removed because the cumulative sun exposure resulted in AK that eventually became squamous cell carcinoma. It doesn't have to happen though. There are many effective treatments for AK that can slow the progression of disease, and return the skin to a healthy state.
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Wednesday, May 08, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 2206
As many as 400-thousand Americans have multiple sclerosis and it is believed to affect as many as two and a half million people worldwide. While the condition is relatively common it is also a mysterious illness that can strike seemingly without warning and have lifelong devastating consequences. But there have been many recent breakthroughs in the understanding of MS. This new knowledge has dramatically transformed the way MS is viewed and understood by the medical community. In this program we'll see how these new insights are leading to the development of new treatments and the promise of a better quality of life for patients.
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Tuesday, May 07, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 2205
Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction: a true Allergic Emergency. It can occur within seconds or take up to an hour...but once the reaction begins it can involve the entire body and be rapidly fatal. The most common triggers include drug reactions, food reactions and insect stings. In this program we will meet both doctors and patients who fight allergic emergencies on a daily basis. We'll hear what the risk factors for anaphylaxis are as well as the early signs and symptoms. We'll see how patients live their day-to-day lives knowing that exposure to a particular allergen could send them, or their child to the emergency room or worse. We will highlight how to avoid an allergic emergency and what actions must be taken during an allergic emergency that can save lives.
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Monday, May 06, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 2204
Meningococcal Disease is serious infection with a dangerous and often well-deserved deadly reputation. Meningococcal disease which can cause a lethal form of bacterial meningitis as well as septic shock can strike quickly often without any warning at all and leave the patient dead or seriously impaired in a matter of hours. But there are ways to prevent meningococcal disease. The goal of this program is to educate viewers about meningococcal disease and the vaccines that are available to prevent it. We will hear from a patient who had the condition, see why it wasn't discovered by the ER physicians who initially treated her and find out what telltale symptom lead her doctor to give her lifesaving treatment. We will highlight the importance of immunization and booster shots for children and teenagers and encourage parents to be more proactive in their children's healthcare and work collaboratively with their own physicians and their children's pediatricians.
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Saturday, May 04, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 2203
An estimated 4 million people in the United States have chronic Hepatitis C, most are unaware of their infection, and the majority of those infected are Baby Boomers (people born between 1946-1964). The word hepatitis means inflammation of the liver. Hepatitis C is a contagious liver disease that results from infection caused by the Hepatitis C virus. This virus is usually spread when infected blood enters the body. Many people became infected through the sharing of needles or other drug injecting paraphernalia in the distant past, as well as unsterile tattoo and piercing equipment. Patients who had blood transfusions or organ transplants prior to 1992 may also be at risk for Hepatitis C. There are vaccines available for Hepatitis A and B, but there is no vaccine available for Hepatitis C. While there is no cure for Hepatitis C, research reveals that chronic hepatitis C may be curable in some patients who undergo therapy. In this program we will meet the scientists and the sufferers who have done battle with Hepatitis C and hear their stories. We'll see why there is may be new hope for people with Hepatitis C!
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Friday, May 03, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 2202
Gout once thought to be a disease of Kings and Aristocracy is now considered one of the most common inflammatory conditions. It can also be excruciatingly painful. According to the National Institutes of Health, gout is a kind of arthritis that occurs when uric acid builds up in blood and causes joint inflammation. Often gout can be triggered by certain foods, lifestyle choices and other modifiable risk factors. In this program, we will raise awareness of the causes and symptoms of gout as well as the most effective treatments. We will stress the need for communication between patient and physician. We will hear directly from patients about how the treatments are working for them... and hear from physicians about the importance of sticking with those treatments long term.
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Thursday, May 02, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 2201
Having a happy, healthy baby is the dream of many couples around the world but a preterm birth can turn that dream into a nightmare. When a baby is born too early or "preterm", defined as less than 37 weeks gestation there can be potentially serious short term and/or long term consequences on the baby's health and development. Although in most cases the cause is unknown, as we'll see in this program, there are some risk factors that may make it more likely that a woman will deliver preterm. Scientists have developed different treatments that may help a woman stay pregnant for a full forty weeks. We will speak with women who have delivered preterm and the doctors who treated them to hear some of the ways to help reduce the risk of preterm birth.
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Wednesday, May 01, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 2105
A bone marrow transplant is a medical procedure that can be used to cure diseases once thought incurable especially certain cancers of the blood. Since its first successful use in the late 1960s thousands of people have undergone bone marrow transplantation. But as successful as this procedure can be, it has significant side effects and the recovery process can be difficult. In this program we take an in depth look at how bone marrow transplantation works to treat diseases like Leukemia, Multiple Myeloma and Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. We will explore the different types of bone marrow transplants and see the role stem cells play. We'll talk with patients who have had bone marrow transplants and hear their advice to others who may be considering this potentially life-saving procedure.
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Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 2104
Ultrasound imaging which uses high frequency sound waves to produce pictures of the inside of the body can be used diagnose and treat conditions and injuries of the musculoskeletal system: the muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints and soft tissue throughout the body. In this program we will explore musculoskeletal ultrasound technology, show viewers how it works and see how it is being used as an important diagnostic tool. We will also highlight the benefits of musculoskeletal ultrasound images for both patients and physicians and take a look into the future of this technology.
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Monday, April 29, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 2605
Neutropenia is a term used to describe a lower-than-normal level of white blood cells also called neutrophils. White blood cells/neutrophils help the body's immune system fight off infection. When neutrophil levels are low, infections can spread uncontested, often resulting in harm to the body. In this program we'll see that a reduction in neutrophils is caused when cell production cannot keep up with the number of cells that die - either by natural occurrence, or by outside influences such as chemotherapy treatment. We'll also see that there are medical options used to help stimulate neutrophil production and we'll hear from patients and physicians about how these options work.
Saturday, April 27, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 2102
Hypogonadism occurs when the body doesn't make enough sex hormones, in men there's not enough testosterone, in women not enough estrogen. People of any age can experience hypogonadism which can begin before puberty, or during adulthood. Symptoms can include sexual difficulties and infertility. But there are treatments that can help. In this program we will help viewers recognize the signs and symptoms of hypogonadism and see what therapies are available to manage it. Armed with a better understanding of the condition, patients and their families can work together with their health care team to find the most effective treatment plan.
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Friday, April 26, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 2101
Advanced cancer is among the most frightening conditions in modern medicine. But when common cancers like tumors of the breast, prostate and lung spread, they often spread to the bone called bone metastasis. And some cancers like multiple myeloma begin in the bone marrow. When cancer goes into the bones there are often debilitating complications like excruciating pain and decreased mobility. But there are ways to treat these complications to help cancer survivors live a healthy life. In this program, we will highlight the advances made in managing bone metastasis, see why clinical trials are so important and encourage all cancer patients to work closely with their health care team.
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Thursday, April 25, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 2005
Hereditary Angioedema isn't something that everyone has heard of... even though it's been the subject of popular television medical series. But this mysterious condition is very well-known to people who treat disorders of the immune system. It's an out of control inflammatory response that can cause a person's face, arms, and legs to swell for no apparent reason. It may also cause the person's airway to swell and can be fatal. Fortunately HAE is rare but there are treatments for this condition...in this program we meet people who have lived successfully with HAE. We will hear about treatments that are working to help them manage the disease and live successful, normal and even healthy lives.
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Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 2004
Chronic Myeloid Leukemia is a particular type of blood cancer that generally affects older patients...but it can occur at any age. While it is not a common cancer, it can have devastating effects on patients. In this program we highlight a particular type of CML that involves the Philadelphia Chromosome. We delve into the science involved in both the diagnosis and treatment of this condition and meet patients who have battled PH+ CML and are now living full healthy lives.
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Tuesday, April 23, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 2003
Breast cancer is probably the disease many women fear the most. But in many cases breast cancer is not the automatic death sentence some people perceive it to be. There are effective treatments that can stop the cancer from growing. But when a woman is diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer many of those treatments don't work so researchers have to find other options. In this program we meet women who were diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer, see what treatments are working to stop the cancer and hear how women can live healthy, productive lives after being diagnosed and treated for Triple Negative Breast Cancer.
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Monday, April 22, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 2604
A Gastrointestinal Stomal Tumor, or GIST, is a fairly rare tumor of the digestive tract. Though there are other kinds of tumors that can originate in this part of the body, GISTs are different because they're created in different kinds of cells than other GI tumors. Though GIST can become life-threatening-- as you'll see in this program-- medical science has discovered new ways to alter the progression of this disease. Also in this program, we'll meet patients who are living with GIST including one man who had a fairly large GIST tumor, yet is approaching life actively and very optimistically.
Saturday, April 20, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 2001
More than 31.5 million Americans have some degree of hearing loss, and an estimated three out of every 1,000 children in the US may be born with hearing loss. Whether it's present at birth, or happens suddenly or gradually over time, hearing loss can leave a person feeling isolated from friends and family. Some hearing loss can be treated with traditional therapies like hearing aids, while other degrees of hearing loss may require more advanced treatments. In this program we examine some of latest treatments to help people get their hearing back. We talk with patients who have lived with hearing loss and see how their lives have changed for the better since they were able to treat their hearing loss.
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Friday, April 19, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 1706
Up to 12 million American may suffer from Anaphylactic Allergies, allergies that can kill. Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that involves a number of body systems and can be fatal within minutes. It is caused by allergies to certain foods, insect stings, medications, latex or other allergens. There are up to 2,000 episodes of anaphylaxis per every 100,000 people in the U.S. each year. In this episode we will highlight ways to prevent anaphylaxis, see how it is diagnosed and discuss the available emergency treatments that can truly be life-saving.
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Thursday, April 18, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 1705
The goal of the program is to educate viewers about the problem of Atrial Fibrillation and the advancements being made in the diagnosis and treatment of it. Atrial Fibrillation is the most common heart rhythm disorder and it's a very important a health issue. Left untreated it can lead to an increased risk of stroke and heart failure. But there are many effective treatments including surgical ablation and many different drug therapies. In this program we will take the viewer inside the operating room to see surgical treatments for Atrial Fibrillation and through patients stories and expert interviews highlight the improvements in quality of life once Atrial Fibrillation is properly treated.
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Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 1704
Dyslipidemia occurs when there are abnormal amounts of lipids (fats) or lipoproteins (cholesterol) in the blood. This program will educate the audience about Dyslipidemia and Cholesterol Management and will focus on risk assessment (blood test, family history, imaging, etc.). The program will also discuss what patients can do to better assist their physicians in managing their high lipid levels and reducing their risk for cardiovascular and other diseases, including improving their diet, adding regular exercise, and other lifestyle modifications. The main goal of the program is to educate the audience on the treatment options available to them, and offer guidance about lifestyle changes that can help them lower their risk for serious diseases in the future.
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Tuesday, April 16, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 1703
In this program we will highlight the advances in Liver Transplantation surgery over the years. The Hepatitis C, epidemic has fueled an international need for liver transplantation and innovations in surgical treatments and anti rejection therapies are helping more and more people to live healthy lives with a new liver. The liver's unique ability to regenerate is the reason behind one of the most exciting operations: the living donor liver transplant. Through patient stories and interviews with experts we'll see how liver transplantation today can save lives and bring health and healing to families around the world.
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Monday, April 15, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 2603
Hemophilia refers to a group of bleeding disorders in which it takes a long time for the blood to clot. When you bleed, the body launches a series of reactions that help the blood clot. This process involves special proteins called coagulation factors. When one or more of these clotting factors are missing, there is usually a higher chance of bleeding. Hemophilia and hemophilia B is caused by a lack of specific clotting factors. In most cases, hemophilia is passed down through families. And it most often affects males. If hemophilia is severe it can be life-threatening. But there are ways to effectively manage this condition. In this program we'll head to a hemophilia treatment center to see what scientists have learned over the years about the disease and ways for patients and their families to bring it under control. As you'll see people with hemophilia and hemophilia b can live normal lives.
Saturday, April 13, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 1701
Millions of Americans suffer everyday from chronic pain, ranging from mild to severe. These symptoms can interfere with the quality of their everyday lives. In this episode we will empower patients by educating them about the fundamental obstacles associated with treating chronic pain, as well as some of latest and most effective treatment options available. We will also talk about clinical trials and the continued ongoing research into safer and more effective treatments. Our goal with this program is to educate patients about the importance of being proactive and a partner in their own health-care. We believe by working together with their providers patients may help to improve the outcome of their condition.
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Friday, April 12, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 2506
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a condition where blood clots form in the deep veins of the legs. When parts of these clots break off they can travel to the lungs and cause a potentially fatal condition called Pulmonary Embolism or PE. These dangerous and deadly blood clots can form in anyone, but hospitalized patients, those who are on long airplane flights, or anyone who is sedentary for any length of time can be at risk. In this program, we'll see what can be done to prevent both DVT and PE. We'll also see how scientists working with public health experts are finding ways to help people lower their risks of both deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.
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Thursday, April 11, 2013
Length : 26 min
MPT2
12:30 AM
Episode # 2505
GIST- Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor is a rare disorder that in the past has been rapidly fatal. But researchers armed with the latest scientific breakthroughs are making great strides against this deadly cancer. In this program, we take you inside the laboratories to see how clinical trials are helping scientists better understand GIST and other cancers. And we'll hear from patients who are living with GIST about how they stay upbeat in the face of such a formidable foe.
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Wednesday, April 10, 2013
Length : 26 min
MPT2
12:30 AM
Episode # 2504
It can appear in most anyone at any age, yet many people are reluctant to reveal they even have this common medical disorder. It brings on painful flare-ups that can alter work life, school life, and social life. It's called, irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS. According to the National Institutes of Health, IBS-related symptoms may affect millions of Americans. Even so, it isn't the easiest subject for people to talk about. Likewise, it isn't an easy condition to understand, perhaps because there is no single cause. In this program we'll look at the very challenging condition of irritable bowel syndrome, learn what often triggers its symptoms, and hear how patients are learning to better control its effects on their lives.
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Tuesday, April 09, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 2503
Aneurysms can form where there is a weakness in the artery wall, often in the chest or abdomen. These aneurysms can be extremely dangerous - because if they burst, or rupture they are most often fatal. There are risk factors, like high blood pressure but often aneurysms can form silently-without the patient knowing anything is wrong. In this program we'll take the viewers inside the surgical suite to see how aneurysms are discovered, diagnosed and ultimately repaired. We'll also show viewers new surgical techniques that are making repairing an aneurysm a much less invasive process.
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Monday, April 08, 2013
Length : 26 min
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12:30 AM
Episode # 2602
Idiopathic thrombocytopenia Purpura, or ITP, is a fairly common blood disorder where the number of blood platelets in the body is lower than normal. In people with ITP, certain immune system antibodies malfunction and begin to attack blood platelets as if they were foreign invaders. Since blood platelets help stop bleeding by triggering the clotting process when a wound appears on the skin, a lower number of platelets greatly increases the risk of continued bleeding. But as we'll see in this program for many patients, medical science has made impressive strides in helping them maintain a proper balance of platelets, reducing the risks that can come with severe bleeding.
Saturday, April 06, 2013
Length : 26 min
MPT2
12:30 AM
Episode # 2501
Most adults can remember going through puberty...it's a normal part of growing up. But it becomes abnormal when it starts very early... when for example a 4 year-old child starts showing signs of body hair growth, breast development, or a six year old has a sudden growth spurt. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, precocious puberty, also known as early onset puberty occurs in approximately 1 out of 160 children. But as we'll see in this program there are effective therapies that can stop the progression. These treatments may also help the child avoid the consequences of precocious puberty.
Rebroadcast
Friday, April 05, 2013
Length : 26 min
MPT2
12:30 AM
Episode # 2405
A growing number of children and adults face the risk of life threatening allergic reactions known as anaphylaxis to foods, medications, insect stings, and even manmade substances like latex. Anaphylactic allergies start suddenly and involve several organ systems. Often children will have an anaphylactic response to peanuts or dairy or some other substance. But also adults who grew up allergy free can sometimes become anaphylactic later in life. In this program we will explore the science of allergies and anaphylaxis, see how to recognize an anaphylactic reaction, establish what should be done in case of an allergic emergency and meet families who've learned to cope with life-threatening allergies.
Rebroadcast
Thursday, April 04, 2013
Length : 26 min
MPT2
12:30 AM
Episode # 2404
Many older adults are concerned about breaking a hip, but in actuality spinal fractures are much more common. In fact vertebral compression fractures or VCF as they're known affect 25 percent of all post menopausal women in the United States. Unfortunately, often people don't attribute the sharp, agonizing pain in their backs to a fracture that can be healed, rather they blame arthritis or some other chronic condition they just have to live with. This leads to a poor quality of life because while the pain itself can be debilitating, fractures of the vertebra can also lead to deformities of the spine and difficulty with the most basic tasks of daily life. But there are treatments that can alleviate the pain almost instantly in some cases. In this program, experts will explain what puts people at risk for VCF and we will go into the surgical suite to watch as doctors perform procedures to heal the fractures.
Rebroadcast
Wednesday, April 03, 2013
Length : 26 min
MPT2
12:30 AM
Episode # 2403
It's the end of the day, you're home relaxing, and getting ready for a good night's sleep, when an irresistible urge to move your legs creeps in and keeps you awake all night. This could be caused by Restless Leg Syndrome, a neurological condition that creates a deep urge in the legs; a force that drives a person to have to move. For those with RLS it is an everyday, or every night occurrence. And it can have a profound influence on the person's ability to get a good night's sleep. But as we'll see in today's program although there is no cure for RLS, there are a number of therapies available today to help control the symptoms.
Rebroadcast
Tuesday, April 02, 2013
Length : 26 min
MPT2
12:30 AM
Episode # 2402
In the human body, there's a tiny structure that houses a huge amount of information: it's - the human gene. A gene is a length of DNA and helps to shape much of who we are. So, if something should go wrong with one of these smallest of elements, a giant-sized problem can result. And that's the case in the genetic mutation that causes a condition known as tuberous sclerosis, or TS. As you'll see in this episode Tuberous Sclerosis is a mysterious disease that causes lesions or tumors that can invade major organs. And though TS tumors are typically benign, they can bring on alarming consequences such as learning disorders, seizures, even autism.
Rebroadcast
Monday, April 01, 2013
Length : 26 min
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