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Tuesday, 11 October 2022 00:00
EP 1117B - Inside The Orphan Drug Revolution
Rare diseases are also called ‘orphan diseases,’ so named because they were long abandoned (or orphaned) by a profit-driven pharmaceutical industry.
Published in
YOU The Owners Manual Podcast
Tuesday, 09 August 2022 00:00
Substance Abuse & Marketing Towards Teens
Drug abuse has been an issue that really all generations have had to deal with. And Gen Z is no different.
Published in
Healthy Children
Tuesday, 23 July 2019 00:00
EP 950B - Bioethicist’s Personal Struggle with Opioids
Travis Rieder's experience with opioids after a motorcycle accident exposes a dark secret of American pain management.
Published in
YOU The Owners Manual Podcast
Tuesday, 02 July 2019 00:00
EP 947B - Bottle of Lies: The Truth About Generic Drug Safety
According to investigative journalist, Katherine Eban, there is a lot of fraud going on with generic medications -- putting patient safety at risk.
Published in
YOU The Owners Manual Podcast
Tuesday, 29 January 2019 00:00
EP 927B - An Inspiring Tale from the Frontlines of the Opioid Epidemic
Author Nicholas Bush shares how he's healed from the losses in his own life.
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YOU The Owners Manual Podcast
Monday, 07 August 2017 20:33
Understanding the Addictiveness of Prescription Painkillers
When you’re in extreme pain, you’ll do anything to make it stop. A doctor tells you that one pill can temporarily put an end to your pain, and it seems like a no-brainer.
Prescription painkillers seem harmless enough. After all, most of us have taken them at one point or another.
However, there are some dangers that come with taking prescription painkillers with addiction being at the top of the list.
Many painkillers fall into the opioid category, which means they are narcotics.
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RadioMD Blog
Tuesday, 21 March 2017 00:00
Pharma's Profit vs. People: Beware Dangerous Prescription Meds
It's crucial to learn about the side effects of medications so you can best manage your own health.
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Mindful Medicine
Tuesday, 17 May 2016 12:00
A Second Opinion with Dr. Sanjay Gupta
Dr. Sanjay Gupta discusses the issue of opioid addiction in connection with last week’s CNN Town Hall on the subject, as well as the new FDA regulations on e-cigarettes.
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Sharecare Radio
Tuesday, 19 April 2016 12:00
A Second Opinion with Dr. Sanjay Gupta
CNN Chief Health Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta is back on Sharecare Radio to share his take on breaking health news.
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Sharecare Radio
Friday, 18 March 2016 11:18
Molly: What You Should Know
What should you know about ecstasy, also called "Molly"?
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Health Radio
Friday, 27 March 2015 10:33
Ask Dr. Mike: False Claims that Artificial Sweeteners Can Cure Cancer & More
Listen in as Dr. Mike provides the answers to a wealth of health and wellness questions.
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Wednesday, 17 December 2014 13:35
Addiction is More Common than You Think
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Memorial Care - Weekly Dose of wellness
Wednesday, 10 December 2014 11:45
Is Nutrition the Missing Piece for Overcoming Addiction?
There's a new approach to overcoming addiction... using nutrition to help bolster the recovery process.
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Naturally Savvy
Thursday, 30 October 2014 13:45
Why Eating Disorders & Addiction Are Inseparable
Research suggests that 50 percent of people who have an eating disorder are also abusing alcohol or drugs.
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HER
Wednesday, 29 October 2014 11:00
What Addiction Truly Means & How to Overcome It
You hear the words "addiction," "rehab," and "relapse." But, what does it mean to truly be addicted to something?
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Naturally Savvy
Thursday, 11 September 2014 13:45
Accutane: The Miracle Acne Drug?
For the right person, Accutane can not only be life-changing, it can be life-saving.
Published in
HER
Wednesday, 27 August 2014 11:00
Depression: Overcoming Symptoms & Stigma
People may be thinking about depression; but are they talking about it and actually doing something about the depression epidemic?
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Naturally Savvy
Friday, 15 August 2014 10:45
News of the Week: Suicide & Depression
The recent tragic suicide of Robin Williams highlights the national problem of depression and suicide.
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The Dr. Leigh Vinocur Show
Thursday, 31 July 2014 14:45
Drug-Free Management for Depression
Before accepting a prescription medication for depression, might there be effective drug-free options you can try?
Published in
Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Wednesday, 04 June 2014 12:00
AAP Recommendations on Drug Testing for Children & Adolescents
Drug testing in adolescents can be useful as a part of a complete assessment for substance use or mental health disorders.
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Healthy Children
Thursday, 29 May 2014 11:33
Women & Statins: Do You Really Need Them?
The reality of women on statins may be far less pretty than the pictures painted in advertisements.
Published in
HER
Friday, 25 April 2014 10:22
Should Narcan Be Available to Parents?
The #1 cause of accidental death is overdose of opiate-based drugs. What if you could save someone you love from dying with one simple injection?
Published in
The Dr. Leigh Vinocur Show
Friday, 25 April 2014 10:11
Shocking Trends Your Teen is Using to Get Drunk
The trend for teens to drink -- and binge drink -- is not slowing down. You might be surprised the ways teens go about getting buzzed.
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The Dr. Leigh Vinocur Show
Friday, 25 April 2014 10:00
Do You Suspect Your Teen is Binge Drinking?
Spring breaks, prom and summer parties are all prime activities for teen binge drinking. Make sure your teen does not become a statistic.
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The Dr. Leigh Vinocur Show
Thursday, 20 March 2014 13:22
Women & Suicide: What's the Truth?
Research has shown that 90 percent of people who end their life struggled with depression or another mental health disorder.
Published in
HER
Thursday, 20 February 2014 12:45
The Legalization of Cannabis: Separating Fact from Fiction
Learn the other side of the legalization of marijuana, and separate fact from fiction.
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To Your Good Health Radio
Friday, 14 February 2014 10:11
A Deadly Problem: Heroin Use on the Rise
Heroin abuse and overdoses are on the rise. Dr. Marsha Ford helps shed some light on this lethal addictive drug.
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The Dr. Leigh Vinocur Show
Thursday, 13 February 2014 13:22
Gender Equality: Not When it Comes to Your Rx Drugs
The FDA made a surprising announcement to cut the recommended dose of the most popular sleep drug in the country, Ambien, in half for women.
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HER
Thursday, 06 February 2014 13:22
What Leads to Heroin Use?
Could something as simple as a prescription medication lead to deadly heroin use?
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HER
Friday, 06 December 2013 10:11
Does Your Teen Know Molly aka MDMA?
Molly or MDMA, also known as ecstasy, is a very dangerous drug that your teen may be more familiar with than you know.
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The Dr. Leigh Vinocur Show
Friday, 06 December 2013 10:00
Drug & Alcohol Use by Teens on the Rise?
Is your teen using drugs or trying your prescription medications? One study shows they just might be.
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The Dr. Leigh Vinocur Show
Wednesday, 27 November 2013 14:22
Great Cholesterol Myth: Don’t Let Statins Destroy Your Health
Many practitioners and patients think that statin drugs are the answer to preventing heart disease. Well, they're not.
Published in
Mindful Medicine
Friday, 22 November 2013 10:45
New Guidelines on Statins: Are they Necessary?
Cardiologist, Dr. Tim Fischell, weighs in on the new guidelines for preventing heart attack and stroke.
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The Dr. Leigh Vinocur Show
Wednesday, 23 October 2013 12:11
A Parent's Guide to Teen Parties
Having a party for your teen and want to be the "cool " parent? Don't sacrifice safety to get in your kid's good graces.
Published in
Healthy Children
Wednesday, 11 September 2013 14:11
Can Juicing Keep You Off Medications?
Whether out of desperation or inspiration, a lifestyle change can make a huge difference in your health... even prevent deadly disease.
Published in
Mindful Medicine
Thursday, 22 August 2013 14:33
Prescription Drug Abuse: Be a Part of the Solution
How can YOU help stop the growing epidemic of prescription drug abuse?
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 15 August 2013 14:45
Can Niacin Fight Heart Disease?
Niacin, the B3 vitamin, is one of your greatest weapons against heart disease.
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 25 July 2013 14:45
Relieve Muscle Pain with Tart Cherries
Tart cherries provide relief from everyday muscle pain and aches without dangerous side effects.
Published in
Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Wednesday, 12 June 2013 12:33
Is Your Rx Medication Killing Your Kids?
More adults are taking medications for chronic diseases. But these same meds are linked to increasing rates of poisonings in kids.
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Healthy Children
Thursday, 06 June 2013 14:00
Can Phosphatidylserine Improve ADHD in Kids?
Researchers have identified a connection between childhood ADHD and deficiencies in essential fats and phospholipids.
Published in
Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 30 May 2013 14:45
Can a Diabetes Drug Help Prevent Cancer & Improve Survival?
Diabetics prescribed the drug metformin have a significantly lower incidence of all cancers compared to the general population.
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 09 May 2013 14:11
Is Low-Dose Naltrexone a Miracle Drug?
Is there a new miracle drug that can help those with autoimmune diseases?
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
