Breast Cancer Detected 'In The Family' September 30, 2008 • Tests for cancer are intimidating enough — and now genetic tests can reveal a patient's predisposition for certain cancers before there are any symptoms. Filmmaker Joanna Rudnick, upon learning she had such a genetic mutation, made a TV documentary about the agonizing choices such tests involve. Listen to this 'Talk of the Nation' topic Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/95210446/95217708" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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All Things Considered Critics: Abortion Rule Would Impede Birth Control September 26, 2008 • A rule allowing health care providers to refuse to perform abortions for moral reasons drew much controversy this week. Critics worry pregnancy prevention drugs such the morning-after pill and birth control may fall under the rule. Critics: Abortion Rule Would Impede Birth Control Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/95098405/95102071" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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The Impact of War Psychiatrists Protest Pentagon Interrogations September 26, 2008 • The nation's leading organization of psychiatrists says the Pentagon has reneged on an agreement not to use psychiatrists in interrogations of detainees at Guantanamo and other detention sites. Psychiatrists Protest Pentagon Interrogations Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/95068929/95076143" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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National Doctors Urge Research On Cell Phone-Cancer Issue September 25, 2008 • The vast majority of scientific studies show no association between cell phone use and brain cancer. But several doctors say the issue isn't settled, and they are asking Congress for more research. Doctors Urge Research On Cell Phone-Cancer Issue Listen · 3:57 3:57 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/95054397/95054370" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Your Health A Lifeline For College Students With Depression September 25, 2008 • Johns Hopkins senior Juliana Kerrest has struggled with mental illness since her early teens. In college, she went so far as to plan her suicide. One thought that stopped her: Her work with the support group Active Minds could help others suffering from mental illness. A Lifeline For College Students With Depression Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/94997857/95026081" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Your Health Depressed Youths Benefit From Therapy, Medication September 24, 2008 • Suicide is a very real risk for young people who suffer from clinical depression. In fact, during the past two years, suicide has increased among youths between the ages of 10 and 19. But a combination of psychotherapy and antidepressants has been proved to help. Depressed Youths Benefit From Therapy, Medication Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/95008297/95026082" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Med School Tied To Suicidal Thoughts September 24, 2008 • A new study shows that about half of all medical students suffer from burnout and one in ten has suicidal thoughts. Dr. Sydney Spiesel discusses what's behind these figures. Med School Tied To Suicidal Thoughts Listen · 4:05 4:05 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/94985571/94985537" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Your Health Warning: Energy Drinks Contain Caffeine September 24, 2008 • Researchers are calling for warning labels on energy drinks. The drinks contain substantial amounts of caffeine, which could lead to symptoms associated with a caffeine overdose, including heart palpitations and insomnia. The energy drinks are marketed to adolescents, who haven't developed a tolerance to caffeine. Warning: Energy Drinks Contain Caffeine Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/94973371/94973347" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Health Care Panelists: Is Health Care A Federal Responsibility? September 24, 2008 • Read about the panelists debating the proposition "Universal health coverage should be the federal government's responsibility" in the latest in the Intelligence Squared U.S. series.
Intelligence Squared U.S. Is The Government Responsible For Health Care? September 24, 2008 • As part of the Intelligence Squared U.S. series, six experts debate the proposition "Universal health care should be the federal government's responsibility." The Edited Broadcast of the Debate Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/94812584/94962501" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Your Health Drugs Hint At Potential Reversal Of Autism September 23, 2008 • Fragile X is a mutation on the X chromosome that can cause mental retardation and autism. But early studies suggest several new drugs may help correct the mutation and diminish some of its effects, including autism. Drugs Hint At Potential Reversal Of Autism Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/94810949/94921429" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Children's Health Tips For Parenting A Child With Bipolar Disorder September 22, 2008 • Every parent hopes their child's misbehavior can be easily corrected with a time out or appropriate punishment. But many parents find themselves unprepared when their children are diagnosed with bipolar disorder, a mental illness. In this week's Behind Closed Doors, Dr. Ellen Leibenluft, Dr. Carl Bell and author Cassandra Joubert discuss parenting children with the illness. Tips For Parenting A Child With Bipolar Disorder Listen · 17:49 17:49 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/94881427/94881411" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Science Out Of The Box The Joy Of Ear-Cleaning September 20, 2008 • Doctors agree you shouldn't clean your ears by sticking Q-tips in them. Otolaryngologist Dennis Fitzgerald explains why it feels so good and why it's so bad. The Joy Of Ear-Cleaning Listen · 3:19 3:19 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/94855186/94855164" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Your Health Anti-Cancer Vaccine A Tough Sell To Parents September 18, 2008 • As of late 2007, just a fifth of U.S. girls under the age of 18 had gotten HPV shots, a vaccine that can protect against strains of the human papillomavirus that can cause cervical cancer. Experts blame the delay on questions of sexual activity — and a mistrust of vaccines. Anti-Cancer Vaccine A Tough Sell To Parents Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/94730980/94748513" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Your Health Learning To Thrive With Attention Deficit Disorder September 18, 2008 • Emily Algire earned good grades in elementary school. But by middle school, there were signs that something was wrong. Emily was diagnosed with attention deficit disorder. After being coached with specific learning strategies, she is now entering her second year of college with an upbeat attitude and good grades. Learning To Thrive With Attention Deficit Disorder Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/94727139/94748512" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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