Health Link RSS feed for WMHT Educational Telecommunications programming.http://video.wmht.org/en-ushttp://video.wmht.org/Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:00:16 -0400Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:00:16 -0400http://video.wmht.org/video/1487749814/Each year, EMS responders treat nearly 300,000 Americans for sudden cardiac arrest. For decades, it was believed that if the heart stopped beating for longer than six to ten minutes, the brain would die. Now, a new treatment, therapeutic hypothermia, suggests patients can be brought back to a healthy life even after 20 minutes. Plus, learn about how you can save a life with hands-only CPR.http://video.wmht.org/video/1487749814/Fri, 7 May 2010 07:17:54 -0700Health & WellnessHealth & Wellness/Health CareHealth & Wellness/Public HealthTherapeutic hypothermia and hands-only CPR offer help in surviving sudden cardiac arrest.nrHealth, life, brain, heart, med, cardiac, emergency, arrest, sudden, therapeutic, hypothermia, CPR, EMS, respond, beat, patient, saveHealth & WellnessHealth & Wellness/Health CareHealth & Wellness/Public Healthhttp://video.wmht.org/video/1481738533/Skin cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in the U.S., and it's on the rise, despite the fact that most skin cancer can be prevented. The good news is most skin cancers have a cure rate of more than 95 percent if detected and treated early. We'll examine what's behind the rise in skin cancer, the latest in treatment and what you can do to protect yourself while having fun in the sun.http://video.wmht.org/video/1481738533/Fri, 30 Apr 2010 06:33:23 -0700Health & WellnessHealth & Wellness/Health CareHealth & Wellness/Public HealthSkin cancer, the most common cancer diagnosed in the U.S., can usually be prevented.nrlight, Health, Cancer, doctor, diagnosis, treatment, cure, med, detect, rays, prevent, early, rise, rate, protection, skin, sun, UV, tanHealth & WellnessHealth & Wellness/Health CareHealth & Wellness/Public Healthhttp://video.wmht.org/video/1470487563/Our bodies need sleep to replenish from the mental and physical wear and tear we suffer during the day, but our 'always-on' culture is leaving us sleep-deprived. That puts us at risk for conditions from weight gain to heart attacks. We'll examine the relationship between sleep disorders and obesity and what you can do about it. Plus, we'll take a look at the sleep issues that plague seniors.http://video.wmht.org/video/1470487563/Fri, 16 Apr 2010 06:49:45 -0700Health & WellnessHealth & Wellness/AgingHealth & Wellness/Mental HealthHealth & Wellness/Public HealthConsistently getting a good night's sleep is crucial to maintaining one's health.nrHealth, Disease, Obesity, weight, heart, good, apnea, disorder, deep, benefit, attack, sleep, senior, gain, insomnia, importance, night, restHealth & WellnessHealth & Wellness/AgingHealth & Wellness/Mental HealthHealth & Wellness/Public Healthhttp://video.wmht.org/video/1452149531/Childhood obesity is one of the most serious public health challenges of the 21st century. Experts estimate one in five children between the ages of six and 17 are overweight. For kids, the physical and psychological effects of carrying too much weight are long-lasting and may shorten their life. We'll examine what you can do to help your child win the battle against obesity.http://video.wmht.org/video/1452149531/Fri, 2 Apr 2010 07:36:50 -0700Health & WellnessHealth & Wellness/Diet & NutritionHealth & Wellness/Health CareHealth & Wellness/Public HealthHealth & Wellness/Sports & FitnessChildhood obesity is one of the most serious public health challenges of the 21st century.nrexercise, television, nutrition, video, Obesity, diet, weight, overweight, play, child, poor, childhood, lack of, too much, inactive, heavy, kidHealth & WellnessHealth & Wellness/Diet & NutritionHealth & Wellness/Health CareHealth & Wellness/Public HealthHealth & Wellness/Sports & Fitnesshttp://video.wmht.org/video/1451928567/Many of us suffer from bouts of indigestion, but if you're experiencing heartburn frequently, it could be a sign of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which, left uncontrolled, can damage the esophagus and lead to complications. We'll examine GERD and what you can do to manage the condition. Plus, our guests discuss a new, minimally-invasive treatment for patients with Barrett's esophagus.http://video.wmht.org/video/1451928567/Fri, 26 Mar 2010 07:38:22 -0700Health & WellnessHealth & Wellness/Diet & NutritionLearn to distinguish infrequent bouts of indigestion from gastroesophageal reflux disease.nrDisease, nutrition, diet, treat, gastro, esophagus, esophageal, reflux, acid, GERD, indigestion, heartburn, minimally-invasiveHealth & WellnessHealth & Wellness/Diet & Nutritionhttp://video.wmht.org/video/1445246091/Colon cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death in the U.S., claiming an estimated 57,000 lives yearly. This killer often strikes without warning signs or symptoms, but is preventable and curable if detected early. In fact, some in the medical community say no one should ever get colorectal cancer. We'll help you assess your risk and bring you the latest on prevention and treatment.http://video.wmht.org/video/1445246091/Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:18:44 -0700Health & WellnessHealth & Wellness/Diet & NutritionColon cancer often strikes without any warning symptoms, but is curable if detected early.nrCancer, doctor, warning, Prevention, diagnosis, cure, symptom, med, treat, risk, prevent, colon, colorectal, rectal, rectumHealth & WellnessHealth & Wellness/Diet & Nutritionhttp://video.wmht.org/video/1438887909/Millions of Americans have some form of vascular disease, yet most are unaware of the condition until it becomes a medical emergency. Prevention, early diagnosis and treatment can help save limbs and lives. We'll examine the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of two vascular disorders: peripheral arterial disease and deep vein thrombosis. Find out if you are at risk and how to protect yourself.http://video.wmht.org/video/1438887909/Fri, 12 Mar 2010 07:11:58 -0800Millions of Americans have vascular problems, yet most are unaware until an emergency.nrDisease, hospital, diagnosis, symptom, med, treat, disorder, deep, artery, prevent, vascular, peripheral, arterial, vein, venous, thrombosishttp://video.wmht.org/video/1432453764/Got stress? While some stress is beneficial, too much can have negative effects on your health. Unmanaged, stress can weaken your immune system and lead to sleep problems, digestive ills, depression and even heart disease. That's why it's important to find healthy ways to handle stress. We'll examine relaxation techniques to reduce your stress and increase your ability to cope with challenges.http://video.wmht.org/video/1432453764/Fri, 5 Mar 2010 07:41:54 -0800Health & WellnessHealth & Wellness/Alternative MedicineHealth & Wellness/Diet & NutritionHealth & Wellness/Mental HealthReduce your stress level and increase your ability to cope with life's challenges.nrHealth, Disease, sick, heart, link, symptom, ill, well, manage, stress, immune, benefit, sleep, problem, digest, handle, relax, Technique, copeHealth & WellnessHealth & Wellness/Alternative MedicineHealth & Wellness/Diet & NutritionHealth & Wellness/Mental Healthhttp://video.wmht.org/video/1411700940/Coronary artery disease is a narrowing of the arteries that supply blood and oxygen to the heart. It's the number one cause of death for Americans, but is mostly preventable, so understanding this threat can truly save lives. We examine the latest in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of coronary artery disease. Find out if you could be at risk and what you can do to keep your heart healthy.http://video.wmht.org/video/1411700940/Fri, 12 Feb 2010 08:33:12 -0800Health & WellnessHealth & Wellness/AgingHealth & Wellness/Diet & NutritionHealth & Wellness/Health CareHealth & Wellness/Public HealthHealth & Wellness/Sports & FitnessCoronary artery disease is the top cause of death in the U.S., but is mostly preventable.nrHealth, Disease, death, blood, heart, link, symptom, med, treat, coronary, artery, attack, clog, block, arteries, oxygen, prevent, diagnoseHealth & WellnessHealth & Wellness/AgingHealth & Wellness/Diet & NutritionHealth & Wellness/Health CareHealth & Wellness/Public HealthHealth & Wellness/Sports & Fitnesshttp://video.wmht.org/video/1405520824/Most adults look forward to retirement as one of life's great milestones, but retirement can also come with difficult choices. Decisions we make now will affect how we live as we age. We'll examine steps you can take to help ensure a healthy, happy retirement. Find out if you're emotionally and physically prepared. Plus, find out what you need to know about planning for long-term care.http://video.wmht.org/video/1405520824/Fri, 5 Feb 2010 07:50:35 -0800Health & WellnessHealth & Wellness/AgingHealth & Wellness/Health CareHealth & Wellness/Mental HealthFind out if you're emotionally and physically prepared for the milestone of retirement.nrHealth, Retirement, hospital, doctor, care, plan, sick, link, ill, med, treat, choice, retire, emotional, physical, long, term, caregiverHealth & WellnessHealth & Wellness/AgingHealth & Wellness/Health CareHealth & Wellness/Mental Healthhttp://video.wmht.org/video/1399160938/Major advancements in joint replacement have greatly improved the outcome of surgery, relieving pain and restoring function to hundreds of thousands of patients. We'll examine the most common troubles affecting our joints and the latest in treatment options, from minimally invasive hip and knee replacements to resurfacing treatments. We'll also take a look at what's new in back pain treatment.http://video.wmht.org/video/1399160938/Fri, 29 Jan 2010 07:42:12 -0800Health & WellnessHealth & Wellness/AgingHealth & Wellness/Health CareExamine the most common troubles affecting our joints and the latest in treatment options.nrHealth, surgery, doctor, link, med, treat, pain, orthopaedic, orthopedic, joint, replace, hip, knee, relief, restore, function, backHealth & WellnessHealth & Wellness/AgingHealth & Wellness/Health Carehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1392927989/Two of the leading causes of vision loss--glaucoma and macular degeneration--can damage your sight so gradually that you won't notice any loss of vision until the disease is at an advanced stage. While incurable, these conditions can be managed. We'll examine the latest in diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma and macular degeneration. Find out if you could be at risk and how to save your sight.http://video.wmht.org/video/1392927989/Fri, 22 Jan 2010 07:45:27 -0800Health & WellnessHealth & Wellness/AgingHealth & Wellness/Alternative MedicineHealth & Wellness/Diet & NutritionHealth & Wellness/Health CareTwo of the leading causes of vision loss are incurable, but can be managed.nrHealth, Disease, loss, hospital, doctor, diagnosis, link, symptom, med, treat, Eye, glaucoma, macular, degeneration, sight, vision, impairHealth & WellnessHealth & Wellness/AgingHealth & Wellness/Alternative MedicineHealth & Wellness/Diet & NutritionHealth & Wellness/Health Carehttp://video.wmht.org/video/1386495770/Keeping active is part of a healthy lifestyle. However, as we age, our bodies change and we need to adjust our fitness goals. We'll examine fitness through the ages; find out what types of workouts are best for you and how much exercise you really need to stay in shape, whether you're 40, 50 or over 60.http://video.wmht.org/video/1386495770/Fri, 15 Jan 2010 12:54:19 -0800Health & WellnessHealth & Wellness/AgingHealth & Wellness/Sports & FitnessFind out what types of workouts are best for you, whether you're 40, 50 or over 60.nrage, Health, exercise, aging, train, walk, link, workout, fitness, cardio, muscle, strength, lift, build, tone, run, Elder, over, 40, 50, 60Health & WellnessHealth & Wellness/AgingHealth & Wellness/Sports & Fitnesshttp://video.wmht.org/video/1380570984/Nearly everybody talks, but few of us consider what all that use is doing to our vocal cords. Vocal cord abuse can lead to nodules, chronic laryngitis, hoarseness and other vocal disorders. Anyone who talks or sings a lot is at risk. However, most disorders of the vocal cords are preventable, and even after damage, can be reversed. We'll examine what we can do to keep our voices healthy.http://video.wmht.org/video/1380570984/Fri, 8 Jan 2010 13:31:20 -0800Health & WellnessMost vocal cord disorders are preventable and, even after damage, can be reversed.nrHealth, doctor, diagnosis, sick, link, cure, symptom, ill, med, treat, disorder, vocal, throat, talk, sing, nodule, laryngitis, hoarse, damageHealth & Wellnesshttp://video.wmht.org/video/1356379173/Sjogren's syndrome is a chronic autoimmune disease in which the white blood cells attack their moisture-producing glands. It affects an estimated 4 million Americans. The hallmark symptoms are dry eyes and dry mouth, but Sjogren's syndrome can cause serious complications throughout the entire body. Examine the causes of Sjogren's, who's at risk and how to live a full life with the condition.http://video.wmht.org/video/1356379173/Mon, 28 Dec 2009 09:14:22 -0800Health & WellnessHealth & Wellness/Diet & NutritionSjogren's is a chronic disease in which white blood cells attack moisture-producing glandsnrcell, Health, Disease, hospital, doctor, blood, diagnosis, link, symptom, immune, med, treat, sjogren, syndrome, chronic, gland, dry, Eye, mouthHealth & WellnessHealth & Wellness/Diet & Nutritionhttp://video.wmht.org/video/1356345330/Thyroid disorder affects an estimated 20 million Americans and is more prevalent in women than in men. Because thyroid disease frequently masquerades as a variety of medical problems, it is often misdiagnosed, or the symptoms can be so subtle that they go undetected. The good news is that thyroid problems can be managed. We examine the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of thyroid disorders.http://video.wmht.org/video/1356345330/Fri, 11 Dec 2009 10:40:41 -0800Health & WellnessExamine the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of thyroid disorders.nrHealth, Disease, women, hospital, doctor, diagnosis, sick, link, cure, symptom, ill, well, med, treat, thyroid, disorder, detect, infectHealth & Wellnesshttp://video.wmht.org/video/1348377613/Recently, we've been bombarded with information and advice about the H1N1 flu virus. Some of that information has been helpful, but conflicting advice has confused matters. 'Health Link' examines the facts about H1N1, while also finding out what pregnant women need to know and how you can best protect yourself and your family.http://video.wmht.org/video/1348377613/Wed, 2 Dec 2009 10:33:24 -0800Health & WellnessHealth & Wellness/AgingHealth & Wellness/Alternative MedicineHealth & Wellness/BiologyHealth & Wellness/Diet & NutritionHealth & Wellness/Health CareHealth & Wellness/Health ScienceHealth & Wellness/Mental HealthHealth & Wellness/PharmacologyHealth & Wellness/Policy & RegulationHealth & Wellness/ProfilesHealth & Wellness/Public HealthHealth & Wellness/Sports & FitnessAmid conflicting advice and reports, 'Health Link' examines the H1N1 flu virus facts.nrHealth, medicine, Disease, H1N1, Flu, hospital, doctor, virus, influenza, diagnosis, sick, link, pregnant, treatment, cure, symptom, ill, wellHealth & WellnessHealth & Wellness/AgingHealth & Wellness/Alternative MedicineHealth & Wellness/BiologyHealth & Wellness/Diet & NutritionHealth & Wellness/Health CareHealth & Wellness/Health ScienceHealth & Wellness/Mental HealthHealth & Wellness/PharmacologyHealth & Wellness/Policy & RegulationHealth & Wellness/ProfilesHealth & Wellness/Public HealthHealth & Wellness/Sports & Fitnesshttp://video.wmht.org/video/1356316187/Weight loss surgery can be a life-saving option for people who are severely obese. It can be especially helpful for those with life-threatening, weight-related health problems, such as diabetes, sleep apnea or heart disease. Examine the benefits and risks of bariatric surgery, from the gastric bypass to stomach banding.http://video.wmht.org/video/1356316187/Fri, 11 Dec 2009 12:23:24 -0800Health & WellnessHealth & Wellness/Diet & NutritionHealth & Wellness/Health CareHealth & Wellness/Public HealthWeight loss surgery can be a life-saving option for people who are severely obese.nrHealth, Disease, loss, surgery, Obesity, diabetes, weight, obese, heart, link, med, treat, bariatric, apnea, gastric, bypass, stomach, bandingHealth & WellnessHealth & Wellness/Diet & NutritionHealth & Wellness/Health CareHealth & Wellness/Public Healthhttp://video.wmht.org/video/1356279655/Vitamin D can help prevent diseases like osteoporosis and even cancer, but up to seventy-five percent of Americans aren't getting enough. Low levels of Vitamin D have been associated with rickets in children and contributes to hypertension, diabetes and autoimmune diseases. Find out how much Vitamin D you need and the healthiest way to boost your levels.http://video.wmht.org/video/1356279655/Fri, 11 Dec 2009 10:21:17 -0800Health & WellnessHealth & Wellness/Diet & NutritionHealth & Wellness/PharmacologyHealth & Wellness/Public HealthVitamin D helps prevent diseases, but up to 75% of Americans aren't getting enough of it.nrHealth, Disease, Cancer, hospital, doctor, diabetes, sick, link, symptom, ill, well, vitamin D, deficiency, deficient, osteo, immune, med, treatHealth & WellnessHealth & Wellness/Diet & NutritionHealth & Wellness/PharmacologyHealth & Wellness/Public Healthhttp://video.wmht.org/video/1355319825/Ovarian cancer has earned a reputation as a silent killer because nearly three-quarters of those diagnosed don't have easily recognized symptoms, giving them less than a 20 percent chance of survival. But there are symptoms that are said to whisper, and when the disease is detected early, it is curable. Find out if you could be at risk as we examine symptoms, diagnosis and treatments.http://video.wmht.org/video/1355319825/Thu, 10 Dec 2009 12:37:26 -0800Health & WellnessLearn more about ovarian cancer as we examine symptoms, diagnosis and treatments.nrHealth, medicine, Disease, Cancer, hospital, healthy, doctor, diagnosis, sick, link, treatment, cure, symptom, ill, well, ovarian, infectiousHealth & Wellnesshttp://video.wmht.org/video/1385613026/Patients and families facing end-of-life decisions now have more control and peace of mind with a new law commonly known as MOLST, or Medical Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment. MOLST is intended to ensure that a person's wishes are followed wherever one is cared for. We'll examine what you need to know about MOLST, from who should have one to how it differs from other advance directives.http://video.wmht.org/video/1385613026/Thu, 14 Jan 2010 12:58:33 -0800Health & WellnessHealth & Wellness/AgingHealth & Wellness/Health CareHealth & Wellness/Policy & RegulationLearn more about ensuring control and peace of mind in end-of-life decisions.nrHealth, life, Disease, Law, death, hospital, doctor, medical, diagnosis, link, treatment, cure, med, MOLST, orders, sustaining, end, wishesHealth & WellnessHealth & Wellness/AgingHealth & Wellness/Health CareHealth & Wellness/Policy & Regulation