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On the air since1991, the West Virginia Health Report features a different health topic each week. You can watch the WV Health Report, Monday evenings, on four television station across the state.
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Prescription Medication and Herbal Supplements 11/16/09 If you're taking prescription medication AND herbal supplements, you may be doing more harm than good. It's the same for over-ther-counter drugs - they could be interacting with your prescription meds. |
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Doctors on Call:H1N1 (Swine) flu 11/10/09 Doctors on Call broadcast from Oct. 8, 2009. |
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Smoking and Gum Disease 11/9/09 The Center for Disease Control reports that tobacco users are much more likely to lose a tooth to gum disease than non tobacco users. Dr. Kathy Moffett explains how your dentist can help you kick the tobacco habit. |
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Child Safety Seat 11/2/09 Studies show that using a child safety seat can reduce the risk of infant death by 71 percent. But experts say most parents are not using them correctly. Dr. Rolly Sullivan explains how to safely install a car seat. |
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GLAUCOMA 10/26/09 Nearly 3 million americans are effected by glaucoma. While there is no cure, there is a new minimally invasive procedure that slows down the loss of sight. |
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Epilepsy MRI 10/19/09 A technology advancement has brought new hope to epilepsy patients. The advent and improvment of MRI has given one epilepsy patient a new lease on life. |
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Yoga 10/12/09 About 75 percent of all adults experience at least one episode of back pain in their lifetime. if you're always complaining about an aching back - Dr. John Phillips explains you might consider doing yoga. |
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Health Literacy 10/05/09 This month, health advocates are focusing on health literacy. "Health literacy" has nothing to do with reading ability - it's a matter of understanding the care you receive from doctors and other health care professionals. Dr. John Philips explains how to be "health literate." |
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Swine Flu Prevention 9/28/09 Until the swine flu or h1n1 virus vaccine is ready later this fall - we are all on the front line of flu prevention. Dr. Kathy Moffet explains the best ways to avoid catching the flu...and how to avoid spreading it if you do get it. |
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Swine Flu Basics 9/23/09 The h1-n1 virus - also known as swine flu - has raised a lot of questions. How do you know you have it? Can you get it more than once? |
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Minorities and Stroke 9/14/09 You probably know that being overweight, having diabetes or hypertension raise your risk of stroke. But did you know that your ethnicity could raise your risk? African Americans are two and half times more likely to have a stroke than caucasians. Dr. Joe Prudhomme explains how to lower your risk of stroke. |
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CARDIAC Project 8/31/09 Your kids are going back to school, and so is The CARDIAC Project. The CARDIAC Project is a statewide initiative, screening school children for risk factors for heart disease, like diabetes, obesity, and high cholesterol. The program also implements intervention strategies to overcome the problems associated with childhood obesity. As the CARDIAC Project enters its twelfth year, Dr. John Phillips shows us what some kids did on their summer vacation to become healthier kids. |
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Smoking Cessation Drugs 8/24/09 Each year, nearly half of all smokers try to quit, but only about 10 percent succeed. There is help to greatly improve your chances of successfully quitting. Dr. John Phillips talks about two prescription drugs available that can help you kick the habit for good. |
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Keeping Kids Active 8/17/09 West Virginia has one of the highest childhood obesity rates in the country, ranking 8th overall. Dr. Rolly Sullivan has simple tips for getting your kids off the couch and keeping them active. |
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Women and Stroke 8/10/09 A new National Stroke Association study shows most Americans do not treat stroke as an emergency. But a stroke—or brain attack—is an emergency. It's good to learn the symptoms of a stroke—that sometimes show up differently in women. Dr. Rolly Sullivan explains how to recognize the symptoms of a stroke and act fast. |
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Headache Preventive Medications 8/3/09 Migraine headaches are one of the most common problems seen in emergency rooms and doctor's offices. But there are some things you can do to keep a migraine from starting in the first place.Dr. Kathy Moffett explains the preventive medication options for migraines. |
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Headache Home Remedies 7/27/09 You don't always need a doctor's prescription to treat your headaches or migraines. There are some ways to find relief without medication. Dr. Kathy Moffett shares some headache home remedies that could help you manage your headaches at home. |
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Bike and Pool Safety 7/20/09 Summer will be over before we know it, but there's still plenty of time to get out there and enjoy a bike ride or dip in the pool. Dr. Rolly Sullivan shares tips on staying safe on your bike or in the pool. |
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Lyme Disease 7/13/09 We all know about the DOG days of summer. But healthcare professionals are more concerned about BUGS of summer, particularly the deer tic. Deer tics are responsible for the spread of Lyme Disease. Dr. John Phillips takes a look at how you can avoid tics and Lyme disease. |
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Skin Protection 7/10/09 Outdoor summer fun can be not-so-much fun for our skin. From sunburn to poison ivy, it pays to be prepared. Dr. John Phillips takes a look at ways to protect your skin. |
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Food Borne Illness 6/22/09 Summertime is prime time for picnics and barbeques. But it's no fun at all if the food goes bad. Dr. Rolly Sullivan takes a look at food borne illness. |
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Cyberchondria 6/15/09 A recent study by Microsoft indicates a growing number of people are leaping to dire conclusions while researching health matters online. Health report, Dr. Rolly Sullivan explains how to avoid becoming a cyberchondriac. |
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Impella Heart Pump 6/8/09 A new tiny mechanical heart pump is now available that can save lives by bringing heart treatment to those who couldn't have it before. It's called the Impella Heart Assist Device and Dr.John Phillips explains how this tiny heart pump is revolutionizing heart care. |
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Heart Attack 'Door to Balloon' Times 6/1/09 When you're having a heart attack, how quickly you receive treatment can mean the difference between life and death. Dr. John Phillips explains the importance of hospital 'door to balloon times' --- the critical time from when you hit the hospital door, to when you receive life saving treatment. |
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Workman's Comp Changes 5/25/09 The West Virginia Workers Compensation system has gone through some changes in the past year or so. And that's caused some confusion for workers and health care providers. Dr. John Phillips explains the changes. |
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Acetaminophen Overdose 5/18/09 With more than 200 over the counter and prescription products containing acetaminophen—you could be overdosing on this common pain reliever and not even know it. Dr. Rolly Sullivan explains how to avoid a possibly deadly acetaminophen overdose. |
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Drug Abuse Quit Line 5/11/09 West Virginia leads the nation in prescription drug overdose deaths. There is help to break the addiction - a state wide hot line to help addicts get clean. |
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Vitamin Overdose 5/4/09 If you're taking vitamins to supplement your diet - you might be surprised to learn that too many vitamins can trigger a dangerous overdose. |
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Work Place Drug Testing 4/27/09 In today's economy, if you're applying for a job, more industries are asking you to pass a drug screening before you are hired. In this week's West Virginia Health report Dr. Rolly Sullivan explains what to expect if you're asked to take a workplace drug test. |
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Pneumococcal Meningitis 4/20/09 "We hear a lot about Meningitis in young people, but the elderly are susceptible too. Dr. Bob Keefover explains how seniors can prevent Pneumococcal Meningitis with the Pneumococcal vaccine." |
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Bacterial Meningitis 4/13/09 With two cases of bacterial meningitis reported over the last month at a West Virginia High School and at WVU, There is concern over this sometimes fatal disease. Dr. Bob Keefover explains how to tell if you have Meningitis and how to prevent it. |
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Mixing Medications 4/06/09 68 percent of older adults are using some combination of prescription drugs, over the counter medications, and supplements. Mixing medications raises the chance of an adverse drug interaction that can cause serious health problems. |
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Bisphenol A Update 3/30/09 The top six makers of baby bottles have recently agreed to stop using the chemical bisphenol a or BPA in their bottles. Some studies have shown a possible link between BPA And a higher rate of diabetes, heart disease, and liver problems. |
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Dexa Scans 3/23/09 You may not feel your bones getting weaker as you age, but if you have osteoporosis, that's what's happening. That can lead to fractures and disability. But Dr. Bob Keefover explains there are things you can do to protect your bones. |
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Factor V Leiden 3/16/09 There's a blood clotting disorder that could be fatal, if it's undetected. It's called factor five leiden (lie-den). In this week's West Virginia health report, Dr. Rolly Sullivan explains how to tell if you have this clotting condition. |
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Exercise and Arthritis 3/9/09 One in three West Virginians has arthritis, that’s the highest arthritis rate in the country. But as Dr. Rolly Sullivan explains, researchers are finding that exercise may help the aches and pains of osteoarthritis. |
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Continuous Glucose Monitors 3/2/09 A recent study by the Centers for Disease Control revealed that West Virginia has the highest diabetes rate in the country. Dr. Bob Keefover explains the latest device in monitoring blood sugar levels—the continuous glucose monitor. |
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Sleep and Heart Disease 2/23/09 New research has found that skimping on sleep is bad for your heart. Getting too little or even too much sleep can affect your heart health. |
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Breast MRI 2/16/09 For women at high risk for breast cancer, there's another tool in the arsenal on detecting the deadly disease: Breast MRI. |
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Medicine Cabinet Clean 2/9/09 You probably clean out your refrigerator on a regular basis, but when was the last time you cleaned out your medicine cabinet? Dr. Rolly Sullivan explains what to keep and what to throw away. |
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Digital Mammography 2/2/09 Breast cancer detection has taken a leap forward thanks to new advances in digital technology. |
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Snus 1/26/09 Morgantown is a test market for a new kind of smokeless tobacco called SNUS (snoose). As Dr. Bob Keefover reports - it's the subject of a West Virginia University Research study. |
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CO Poisoning Part 2 1/19/09 We're all trying to keep warm during these cold winter months. But modern conveniences that protect us from the winter chill can also be deadly if used improperly. January is the leading month for death by carbon monoxide poisoning. Dr. Rolly Sullivan explains how to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. |
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CO Poisoning 1/12/09 January is the leading month for Carbon Monoxide Poisoning. It's an odorless, colorless gas that could be leaking inside your home. |
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Whole Grains 1/5/09 Whole grains are good for you, yet only 10 percent of americans eat the recommended three servings a day. Why? One reason might be that it's often hard to tell which foods are whole grain. |