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Global Problem of Antibiotic Resistance
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:9 / 21 / 2010
Recommendations for the New Flu Vaccine
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:9 / 15 / 2010
Avoiding Surgical Site Infections
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:2 / 9 / 2010
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Can Sleeping Help Prevent the Flu? Popular
Can Sleeping Help Prevent the Flu?
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:11 / 11 / 2009
Prepare Your Children for Flu Season
Prepare Your Children for Flu Season
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:10 / 28 / 2009
Latest Updates on H1N1 Vaccines for Kids Popular
Latest Updates on H1N1 Vaccines for Kids
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:10 / 28 / 2009
Health Concerns on Campus: What Parent's Need to Know
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:9 / 30 / 2009
Potential Solutions to Resistant Infections, Including MRSA
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:9 / 30 / 2009
Vaccination Schedule: Ages 3-10 Boosters and More
Vaccination Schedule: Ages 3-10 Boosters and More
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:9 / 23 / 2009
Vaccines for Tweens and Teens
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:9 / 23 / 2009
Vaccine Ingredients and Safety: What You Need to Know
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:9 / 23 / 2009
How Parents Can Protect Their Children From H1N1
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:9 / 9 / 2009
Latest Information About H1N1 Vaccine
Latest Information About H1N1 Vaccine
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:9 / 9 / 2009
How "Common" Are Colds and Flu
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:9 / 9 / 2009
Treating Kids Colds Without Drugs
Treating Kids Colds Without Drugs
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:9 / 9 / 2009
Urinary Leakage in the Active Man (Incontinence)
Urinary Leakage in the Active Man (Incontinence)
Guest(s):Dr. Theodore Benderev, MD
Show Date:9 / 4 / 2007
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome & Other "Unexplained Illnesses"
Guest(s):Dr. Martin Pall
Topic Info:Martin L. Pall, Ph.D. is a professor of biochemistry and basic life sciences at Washington State University. His long term interests in biological regulatory mechanisms and in free radicals and reactive oxygen/nitrogen species have been key influences in ...
Show Date:7 / 30 / 2007
Learn to use the power of your mind and spirit to beat Fibromyalgia / CSF-free in 5 hours
Guest(s):Viviane Oberhand
Show Date:6 / 1 / 2007
Chrones Disease and Ulcerative Colitis (5 gifts of illness) Featured Popular
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