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Are Generic Medicines Just as Good as Brand Names?
What is the difference between brand name medicines and generic ones? Why the price difference? Is one better than the other? Joining this Health Issues program is Dr. Tom Sawyer,...
by Patient Power | 06/18/2010
Why You Should Get More Advice from Your Pharmacist
Most people simply pick up prescriptions at the pharmacy window even though a Doctor of Pharmacy is there to help. Few people ask questions about a given medication or the...
by Patient Power | 02/12/2010
Is Fibromyalgia Real? Find Out from Experts
Fibromyalgia, once called an “invisible disability,” is a chronic condition afflicting millions of people with pain, discomfort and unfortunately, there is no known cure. On this episode of Patient Power,...
by Patient Power | 02/11/2009
Breaking News on Stem Cell and Spinal Cord Injury: A New Era of Medicine
The FDA recently approved the first clinical trial using human embryonic stem cells, which now appear safe enough to use on humans. What does this mean for patients with spinal...
by Patient Power | 01/26/2009
Deep Brain Stimulation for Parkinson’s
Deep Brain Stimulation, or DBS, is a surgical treatment that requires the implantation of a medical device sending electrical impulses to specific parts of the brain. On this episode of...
by Patient Power | 01/21/2009
News from ASH: New Drugs to Replace Coumadin for Heart and Orthopedic Patients
Each year the American Society of Hematology (ASH) brings together experts on blood-related cancers and other conditions. On this episode of Patient Power, host Andrew Schorr broadcasts from the 50th...
by Patient Power | 12/07/2008
How Can I Get the Best Care if I Have Lung Cancer?
If you have been diagnosed with lung cancer, you know that navigating treatments can be a lengthy, meticulous and stressful process. Some of your questions will have questions, and the...
by Patient Power | 08/13/2008
Personalized Medicine for Breast & Ovarian Cancer
Studies show that patients with the same type of cancer can have very different outcomes, even with the same treatment. Now physicians and researchers are developing personalized medicine treatment plans...
by Patient Power | 06/17/2008
Cancer Fatigue
Fatigue occurs in up to 90% of cancer patients due to aggressive treatment, stress and lack of sleep. Symptoms can be physical or involved with cognitive thinking, but new therapies...
by Patient Power | 06/03/2008
Anti-Angiogenic Therapy: Inhibiting Tumor Growth in Breast Cancer
The past several years have given us some great news concerning cancer treatment and it seems we can continue to be optimistic. In this Patient Power program sponsored by the...
by Patient Power | 04/09/2008
Health & Medicine at Sea: What You Need to Know Before You Go
Health and medicine at sea.  Learn what you need to know before you go.
by Patient Power | 09/02/2007
Vagus Nerve Stimulation Therapy: How its Helping Treatment-Resistant Depression
In the words of Dr. Yang: “…in addition to understanding about your disease processes and your illnesses, taking your own initiative to try to improve upon those illnesses by watching...
by Patient Power | 08/21/2007
Bioidentical Hormones: How Safe Are They?
As women enter menopause, the hormonal symptoms often become difficult to bear. Is hormone replacement therapy your only option? What are bioidentical hormones? In this episode of Patient Power, Dr....
by Patient Power | 06/25/2007
Help in Paying for Prescriptions
by Patient Power | 04/25/2007
Why the FDA Moves Slowly and How it Affects You
When the Food and Drug Administration approves a drug there is often a substantial amount of media attention. Rarely, however, do the stories discuss how many years it took for...
by Patient Power | 04/09/2007
Why You Should Keep Accurate Medical Records: Tips for Keeping Track
Having your medical records and medical history organized can not only save you stress and money; it can also save your life. On this programs, school teachers Lillian Shah and...
by Patient Power | 04/03/2007
Psychiatric Medications for Children: The Dilemma
Mental health issues affect most everyone at some point in their lives and that certainly includes childhood. There is often big debate about treatment for children. Are drugs ok? What’s...
by Patient Power | 03/20/2007
Is Your Medication Right For You?
Personalized medicine has peaked the interest of many patients as medical professionals have long recognized that everyone reacts differently to treatments. This is no longer a thing of the past,...
by Patient Power | 01/28/2007