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Story Archives of 'Medical'Audit Finds Ailing Board Of MedicineBy Josh Rogers on Tuesday, April 29, 2008.4-year audit finds management controls often "weak or nonexistent" at board that regulates doctors. While board leaders say they will address findings they agree with, lawmakers may force the issue. listen:
  Medical Syringes Tossed in Trash Pose Risks to Sanitation WorkersBy Dianne Finch on Wednesday, April 16, 2008.Nearly 10 million Americans use syringes to inject themselves with medications. It could be for diabetes, arthritis, HIV, or infertility – even migraines. Those numbers are on the rise. And when they’re done, those home users toss some 3 billion syringes into the trash each year. That poses health risks to workers handling that trash. So state lawmakers are considering a bill that would make it illegal to toss syringes in the trash. And those who sell or distribute them would have to participate in a needle take-back programs. NHPR’s Dianne Finch has more. listen:
Local Veteran Offers Wheelchairs, Walkers, Hospital Beds to People in NeedBy Dianne Finch on Wednesday, February 27, 2008.Rising healthcare costs affect just about everyone. But the financial burden is particularly heavy for those who pay out-of-pocket for large ticket items like wheelchairs, scooters and other essential medical equipment. But one man in Pembroke found a way to ease that burden. NHPR’s Dianne Finch reports. listen:
The Cancer Treatment RevolutionBy Laura Knoy on Tuesday, May 1, 2007.Far more people today are surviving cancer than even a decade or two ago when a diagnosis meant a death sentence. Modern surgical techniques, new smart drugs and treatments and radiation therapy are combining to give new hope to the millions of cancer patients in the world today. A new book by world-renowned doctor and blood disease researcher Dr. David Nathan looks at both the scientific and human aspects of the war against cancer and what it means to have and fight cancer in the 21st century. Guests
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The Ashley EffectBy Laura Knoy on Thursday, January 18, 2007.The story of a severely mentally and physically disabled Seattle girl known only as Ashley has rippled through the public conscience in recent weeks. Ashley's parents had a group of procedures they call "The Ashley Treatment" performed on the child to stunt her growth and remove her breast tissue and uterus so that she could be at a small enough size to allow her to continue to be part of the family. They say it is for her good so that she can be loved and cuddled and cared for, but others say it is just a matter of convenience for the parents, who would have a hard time dealing with a larger disabled child. Either way, this particular case has raised the discussion on where the line is with genetic alteration, what is acceptable, what is not, when it is for convenience and when it is for the health of the child. Today on The Exchange, we discuss the many medical and ethical questions raised by this case and get your thoughts as well. Laura's guests are Dr. Sam Casella, Section Chief for Pediatric Endocrinology at the Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth-Hitchcock and Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Dartmouth Medical School and Dr. Carl Cooley, Medical Director for Crotched Mountain, Developmental Pediatrician and Former Director of the Dartmouth Center for Genetics and Child Development. listen:
NH's Fuzeon Waiting List is One Patient Too LongBy Rebecca Kaufman on Thursday, January 13, 2005.The new AIDS drug, Fuzeon, has been called a life saver. It's for patients who fail to respond to other available treatments. Doctors and patients are excited about the new possibilities the drug offers people infected with HIV. But for man patients, this lifesaving drug is out of reach. New Hampshire Public Radio's Rebecca Kaufman has the story. listen:
Children and Eating DisordersBy Laura Knoy on Wednesday, June 19, 2002.More than seventy percent of teens have body image issues which can lead to problems like anorexia and bulimia. We’ll talk about warning signs and how parents can promote a healthy and nutritious diet. Laura talks with Marcia Herrin, founder of the Dartmouth College Eating Disorder Program and co-author of “The Parent’s Guide to Childhood Eating Disorders.” listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
An Astronaut from New HampshireBy John Walters on Monday, June 17, 2002.Lee Morin is a Manchester native and a UNH grad. Lee was a doctor in the Navy and served in the Gulf War. Then, in his mid-40s, he became an astronaut. He went on his first mission in April. He'll talk about his career path, his extensive training, and doing construction work in space. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Drug Bus - Canada BoundBy Dan Gorenstein on Tuesday, June 11, 2002.Yesterday seniors turned out in Manchester to take control of their health care costs. They hoped on a bus for Canada, where drugs are cheaper, thanks not only to a strong dollar, but more importantly, to government controls. People from New England joined the Alliance for Retired Americans as part of a multi-state awareness campaign about drug cost. Governor Jeanne Shaheen took advantage of the event, holding a forum, and sending off the handful of New Hampshire residents who headed north. NHPR's Dan Gorenstein has more. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Child Health Services Cares for Manchester's PoorBy Lisa Peakes on Thursday, June 6, 2002.Downtown development and efforts to boost the city�s image point to renewed economic promise for Manchester. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
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