Nov 17th, 2008 · What if you could diagnose cancer just by smelling it? Dr. William Hanson explains the 'Diag-Nose,' an electronic nose that can do just that — plus other medical technologies that he says will change our lives.
Nov 17th, 2008 · Dr. Jim Withers founded Operation Safety Net after he began making "house calls" under bridges in Pittsburgh, Pa. Now it's one of the nation's first full-time street medicine programs.
Nov 13th, 2008 · While statins have been shown to cut the risk of heart attacks and strokes, about half of patients quit taking the medicine after a year. One recent study shows that people stop statins for two reasons: They lack a clear understanding of how the medicines work, and they don't trust their health care providers.
Nov 4th, 2008 · Old Crow Medicine Show brings its rootsy back-porch sound to World Café, where it showcases songs from the new Tennessee Pusher. The disc takes a modern approach to Americana with gospel and rock overtones, but leaves the band's roots firmly intact.
Nov 3rd, 2008 · The Supreme Court hears arguments Monday in a case involving drug labels and the Food and Drug Administration. The result could limit liability claims against drugmakers, if one of their medicines causes harm. The case pits Wyeth Pharmaceuticals against a musician who lost part of an arm after she was improperly injected with an anti-nausea drug made by the company.
Oct 29th, 2008 · We all know the economy isn't strong right now. Comedy duo Frangela prescribe laughter as the best medicine against the economic woes.
Oct 22nd, 2008 · What happens when people treat their children with medicines tested on adults? Some bad side-effects, according to a new study on the "off-label" use of drugs that have been specifically approved for adults.
Oct 17th, 2008 · Antibiotic resistance is one of the major threats facing todays's modern medicine. Richard H. Ebright, a chemistry professor and researcher, explains new approaches for developing antibiotics that may lead to methods for treating drug-resistant tuberculosis and other diseases.