Podcasts
The audio broadcasts below can help you prepare for an upcoming test or procedure, and offer helpful news and information about a broad variety of medical conditions.
January 2009
- Endovascular Coiling
- Endometrial Ablation
- Carotid Endarterectomy / Carotid Angioplasty with Stenting
- Renal Angiogram
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm a Concern for Women Smokers
- PSA Test for Prostate Cancer May Be Affected by Statin Use
- Tests May ID Older Patients at Risk for Post-Op Delirium
- New Type of Artery Stent Shows Promise
- Obesity a Factor in Increasing Numbers of Type 2 Diabetes Cases
- Experts Say Increase Vitamin D Supplements for Children
- Breast Cancer Risk Not Higher with Limited Caffeine Use
December 2008
- Kidney Scan
- Craniotomy
- Knee Replacement Surgery
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair
- Study Finds Incontinence in Women Somewhat Common
- Men's Alzheimer's Risk Lowered with Active Lifestyle
- Depression Screening for Heart Patients Recommended
- Drug-Coated Stents Best for Some after Heart Attack
- Asian-Caucasian Couples at Higher Risk for Gestational Diabetes
- Asthma May Result from Wheezing During a Cold
- Breast Cancer Recurrence in Women of all Ages Studied
November 2008
- Gastric Stapling (Restrictive) Surgery
- Exercise Echocardiogram
- Evoked Potentials Studies
- Breast Scan
- Hormone Therapy Increases Likelihood of Reflux
- Biomarker for Agressive Prostate Cancer Found
- Vaccinations Help Improve Health throughout Life Span
- Better Long-Term Outcomes with Medications versus Angioplasty
- Weight Loss after Diabetes Diagnosis Improves Health
- Breast-fed Babies Cope Better with School's Stressors
- Telling Family and Friends about Your Breast Cancer Diganosis
October 2008
- Computed Tomography (CT or CAT) Scan of the Chest
- Cystometry
- Vascular Studies
- Cryotherapy for Prostate Conditions
- Dietary Fiber Important in Pregnancy
- Prostate Cancer Treatment Benefits Debated
- Healthy Approach Supports Centenarians' Lifespan
- Heart Failure Hospital Admissions Continue to Rise
- Healthy Lifestyle Can Keep Pre-Diabetes under Control
- Low-Fat Milk Can Be a Healthy Choice for Toddlers
- Breast Cancer Risk Linked to Bone Density
September 2008
- Venogram
- Heart Valve Repair or Replacement Surgery
- Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA) and Stent Placement
- Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)
- Ovarian Cancer Diagnosed by Symptoms plus Blood Test
- Prostate Cancer Hormone Therapy Questioned
- Weekends Not a Friend to Weight Loss, Study Shows
- "Silent Strokes" Different than TIAs, Experts Say
- Diabetes and Depression Linked, Study Shows
- Coaches Learn More about Concussions during Sports
- Raloxifene May Help Lower the Risk of Invasive Breast Cancer
August 2008
- Arthroplasty
- Femoral Popliteal Bypass Surgery
- Renal Venogram
- Heart Transplantation
- Good Night's Sleep Linked to Happy Marriage
- Count Hairs to Learn Potential for Baldness
- Asthma Inhalers Harmful to Ozone Layer Being Phased Out
- Some Fats Actually May Help the Heart
- Chocolate May Improve Blood Flow in Type 2 Diabetes
- Some Infants and Toddlers Have Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D a Problem for Women with Breast Cancer
July 2008
- Amputation
- X-rays of the Spine, Neck, or Back
- Computed Tomography (CT or CAT) Scan of the Abdomen
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the Heart
- Heart Attack Signs May Be Missed by Younger Women
- Middle-Aged Men Advised to Follow Medical Guidelines
- Cancer Survivors Say Chemo Fears Unnecessary
- Heart Disease in Men Linked to Teen Years
- Rates of Pre-Pregnancy Diabetes Have Doubled
- Some Kids Using Stimulants for ADHD May Need Heart Check
- Breast Cancer Patients Benefit from Weekly Taxol Doses
June 2008
- Kidney Transplantation
- Laminectomy
- Fetal Ultrasound
- Cervical Biopsy
- Cholesterol Later in Life, Premature Deliveries Linked
- Sperm Health Boosted with Folate
- Weight Gain Linked to Lack of Sleep
- Heart Failure a Concern for Non-Cardiac Surgeries
- Experts Say Diabetes Help Can Be Found on Many Fronts
- Kids Suffer Early On from Secondhand Smoke
- Study Shows Concern for Obese Breast Cancer Patients
May 2008
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Gastric Bypass (Malabsorptive) Surgery
- Cystoscopy
- Prostate/Rectal Sonogram
- Calcifications Seen in Blood Vessels in Mammograms May Predict Stroke
- Prostate Cancer Treatment Decisions Reviewed
- Back Pain Relief Elusive: More Therapy Is Not Helping
- Triglycerides Linked to Risk for Heart Disease
- Restricting Insulin to Lose Weight Increases Problems
- Young Drivers Plus No Seat Belts a Bad Mix
- Women's Perception of Precancerous Lesion a Concern
April 2008
- Kidney Biopsy
- Hysterectomy
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery (CABG)
- 24-Hour Urine Collection
- Women's Heart Risks Increase with High Blood Sugar
- Exercise Adds Years to Men's Lives
- Typical Western Diet Fuels Metabolic Syndrome
- Surgery Tops Stents for Multiple Heart Blockages
- Dogs May Be Able to Assist People with Diabetes
- Social Networking Sites Safer than Chat Rooms and IM
- Lobular Breast Cancer Linked to HRT Use
March 2008
- Pleural Biopsy
- Uroflowmetry
- Ultrafast Computed Tomography (Ultrafast CT Scan)
- Sleep Study
- Women's Heart Risk Linked to Coronary Calcium
- Link Found Between Smoking and Erectile Dysfunction
- End-of-Life Care Can Help Patients and Families
- Restless Legs Syndrome and Heart Disease Linked
- Diabetes Risk Ups with Lack of Deep Sleep
- All-Terrain Vehicle Injuries on the Rise
- BRCA1: Hispanic, Young African-American Women
February 2008
- Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS)
- Lung Scan
- Joint Aspiration
- Knee Ligament Repair
- X-rays of the Skull
- Depression Linked with Low Bone Density
- Higher Blood Volume in Large Men Dilutes Prostate Blood Test
- Pedometer Use Increases Walking
- Take a Mini-Stroke Seriously, Seek Medical Attention
- Metabolic Syndrome Addressed with Moderate Exercise
- Childhood Obesity Addressed with New Program
- Stereo Mammography Adds Tool for Finding Breast Cancer
January 2008
- Liver Biopsy
- Tilt Table Procedure
- Peak Flow Measurement
- Ovarian Cancer Odds Lowered with Fiber, Low-Fat Diet
- Statins May Improve Prostate Cancer Treatment Success
- Some Cholesterol Medications Affect Quality of Sleep
- Winter Months Bring Elevated Blood Pressure, Experts Say
- Obesity-Related Health Problems Can Lead to Kidney Disease
- FDA Recommends Ban on Cough and Cold Medicines for Children
- Double Mastectomy for Breast Cancer Prevention on the Rise
December 2007
- Liver Scan
- Cystography
- Lobectomy
- Arthrography
- Hormone Replacement Study Findings Not Well Known
- Healthful Habits Keep the '69 Jets in Good Shape
- Leg Artery Disease Boosts Heart Risk
- Heart Care Important Both Before and After Problems Occur
- American Idol's Randy Jackson Tells His Diabetes Story
- Type 1 Diabetes Prevention Linked to Omega-3 Fatty Acids
- Breast Cancer Survival Rates Better, But Not for All
November 2007
- Electronystagmography (ENG)
- Electrophysiological Studies
- Gallbladder Scan
- Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure (LEEP)
- Some Birth Defects Linked to Mothers Who Smoke
- Healthy Lifestyle Linked to Cancer Prevention
- Prostate Cancer Return Predicted With Biomarker
- Heart Risk Linked to Pot Belly
- High Fructose Corn Syrup May Contribute to Diabetes Risk
- Children May Experience Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Substance in Fried Foods May Not Be a Risk for Breast Cancer
October 2007
- Electromyography (EMG)
- Bunion Surgery
- Computed Tomography (CT or CAT) Scan of the Spine
- Mastectomy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Heart Risk for Younger Women May be Lowered with Estrogen
- Therapy for Testicular Cancer Recurrence a Success
- Study Links Social Networks of Family and Friends to Obesity
- Whispering Stroke Can Cause Harm
- Diabetes Linked to Sleep Apnea Problems
- Sunlight for Children Could Help Prevent Multiple Sclerosis
- Extra Fruits and Veggies May Not Protect Cancer Survivors
September 2007
- Lumpectomy
- Mediastinoscopy
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography
- Plan Good Health and Fitness before Pregnancy
- Postpartum Depression: Some Dads May Be at Risk
- Understanding Nutrition Labels a Challenge for Many
- Your Heart Health - Get Started Now
- Diabetes Care for Women Needs Improvement
- Migraines a Problem for Harry Potter and other Children
- Experts Look Closely at Gauging Breast Cancer Risk
August 2007
- Hysteroscopy
- Valvuloplasty
- Cholecystography
- Myelogram
- Reduce Energy Dense Foods and Lose Weight
- Breast Cancer Radiation Treatment Time Shortened
- Future Heart Risks Assessed with Kids' Cholesterol Test
- Poor Sibling Bond Linked to Depression
- Heart Disease Risk Lowered with Physical Activity
- Type 2 Diabetes Tough on Teens
- Deadly Heart Attacks Need Quick Treatment
July 2007
- Barium Swallow
- Lumbar Puncture (LP)
- External and Internal Heart Rate Monitoring of the Fetus
- Bone Biopsy
- Researchers Look for More Reliable Prostate Cancer Tests
- Once-a-Year Osteoporosis Treatment on the Horizon
- Controlling High Blood Pressure Still a Problem for Many
- Tamoxifen Still Promoted for Many Breast Cancer Cases
- Low Blood Sugar's Effect on the Brain Studied
- Experts Are Concerned about Tots Watching TV
- Computer Users Have Many Options to Protect Eyes
June 2007
- Signal-Averaged Electrocardiogram
- Retrograde Pyelogram
- Oximetry
- Nerve Conduction Velocity (NCV)
- Tai Chi Helps Older Adults Avoid Shingles
- MRI Provides Extra Screening for Breast Cancer in High-Risk Women
- Today's College Students Experience More Anxiety
- Gene Finding Helps Doctors Predict Prostate Cancer Risk
- High Trans Fat Intake Increases Women's Heart Disease Risk
- Diabetes and Heart Disease Rates Soar
- Implantable Defibrillator Offers an Improved Quality of Life
May 2007
- Abdominal Angiogram
- Muscle Biopsy
- Gamma Knife
- Transesophageal Echocardiogram
- Study Shows Garlic Ineffective in Lowering "Bad Cholesterol"
- Clinical Studies Can Differ by Funding Source, Type of Study
- Children May Gain Unwanted Weight in Summertime
- Health Problems and Erectile Dysfuntion Are Linked
- Hispanic Women Have Heart Disease Risks at Earlier Age
- Hidden Deep Fat in Children and Teens a Risk
- New Procedure Helps Remove Deep Vein Blood Clots
April 2007
- Uterine Artery Embolization
- Dobutamine Stress Echocardiogram
- Thoracentesis
- Lithotripsy
- Sunlight's Vitamin D May Help Prevent Skin Cancer
- Genetic Signature Shows Risk for Cancer Recurrence
- Soccer Popularity Adds Numbers for ER Visits
- Breast Cancer Return a Concern for Men
- Gene Linked with Risk of Heart Disease and Stroke in Women
- Type I Diabetes and Oral Insulin Study Under Way
- Acute Stroke Diagnosis Helped with MRI Test
March 2007
- Laparoscopy
- Colposcopy
- Arthroscopy
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the Spine and Brain
- Experts Compare Dairy Milk with Alternatives
- Weight Gain as Pre-Teens More Common in Girls
- Diabetes and Heart Groups Fight Against Heart Disease
- High-Tech Mammograms Improving Breast Cancer Care
- Heart Risks and Metabolic Syndrome Linked
- Family History Important for Women and Stroke
- Snoring Can Be Harmful to Health and Relationships
February 2007
- Bone Marrow Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Sinus X-ray
- Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Insertion
- Alzheimer's Risk Lowered with Fatty Acid in Fish
- Breast Cancer Risk Lower for Heavier Young Women
- Preschoolers May Have Problems with Sleep
- Heart Risk in Men Linked to Migraines
- Women Have Higher Rates of Post-Traumatic Stress
- Diabetes a Growing Health Problem, Report Shows
- Waltzing Your Way to a Stronger Heart
January 2007
- Breast Cancer Risk Linked to Red Meat for Young Women
- Mild Depression May Be Reduced with Lifestyle Choices
- R-Rated TV Influences Lifestyle Choices by Children
- Two Studies Aid Understanding of Prostate Cancer
- Aspirin to Prevent Heart Attacks in Women Touted
- Blood Pressure Meds May Prevent Kidney Disease
- Stroke Patients Benefit from "Constraint" Therapy
- Hip Replacement Surgery
- Cerebral Arteriogram
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Computed Tomography (CT or CAT) Scan of the Liver and Biliary Tract
December 2006
- Kidney, Ureter, and Bladder X-ray
- Computed Tomography (CT or CAT) Scan of the Kidney
- Cholecystectomy
- Appendectomy
- Take Your Best Shot at Preventing and Fighting the Flu
- Fewer Injuries Seen in High School Athletes
- Islet Cell Therapy for Type 1 Diabetes Makes Progress
- Biopsy Best to Confirm Breast Cancer Diagnosis
- Family Provides Clues to Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Obesity in Men Linked to Infertility
- Statin Therapy During Heart Attack Has Long-term Benefits, Too
November 2006
- Abdominal Ultrasound
- Prostate Biopsy
- Breast Ultrasound
- Breast Biopsy
- Depressed Patients Under Stress Have More Inflammation
- Dairy May Be Okay for Lactose Intolerant Children
- Diabetes Risk in Youth Studied
- Breast Cancer Survival May Be Improved by Exercise
- Early Symptoms May Foretell "Sudden Cardiac Death"
- Preeclampsia Risk in Pregnancy Detected
- An Aspirin a Day May Help Prevent Enlarged Prostate
October 2006
- Stroke Risk Higher for Young Women with Gene Variation
- You Are, Indeed, What You Eat
- Impotence Can Predict Coronary Heart Disease
- Study Reveals How Eating Fish Helps the Heart
- Toddlers of Mothers Who Smoked During Pregnancy May Face Behavior Problems
- Young People with Type 2 Diabetes More Likely to Have Kidney Failure
- Higher Breast Cancer Risk Found for DES Daughters
- Myocardial Perfusion Scan, Resting
- Bronchoscopy
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Rotator Cuff Repair
September 2006
- Healthy Lifestyle Cuts Stroke Risk in Women
- Do-It-Yourself Medical Testing Makes Inroads
- Obesity Affects Radiation Treatment for Prostate Cancer
- Low-Fat Dairy Products May Fight High Blood Pressure
- Filmy Substance Blamed for Chronic Ear Infections
- Diabetes Leads to Higher Risk for Cardiovascular Problems
- Study Shows Not Enough Women Get Mammograms
- Holter Monitor
- Echocardiogram
- Barium Enema
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
August 2006
- Blood Pressure Meds and Birth Defects Possible Link Studied
- Exercise Can Improve Health for Even the Most Inactive People
- Doctors and Patients Work Together for Best Outcome
- Many Women in Cardiac Rehab Have Low Fitness Level
- Have Infants Start Eating Grains Earlier Rather than Later
- Many People Have Diabetes Without Knowing It
- Breast Cancer in African-American Women Studied
- Pelvic Ultrasound
- Pulmonary Function Tests
- Positron Emission Tomography Scan
- Positron Emission Tomography (PET Scan)
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the Bones, Joints, and Soft Tissues
July 2006
- Lung Function Test May Not Point To Cancer in Women
- Gardening Provides Many Health Benefits
- Radiation Therapy for Prostate Cancer Across Age Spectrum
- Mothers Likely to Pass Heart Disease to Children
- Parents Can Help a Child Have a Health Weight
- Managing Depression in Diabetes Limits Problems
- Fatigue in Breast Cancer Patients Studied
- Exercise Electrocardiogram
- Endometrial Biopsy
- Cesarean Delivery
- Lung Biopsy
- Bone Scan
June 2006
- Most College Women Diet on a Regular Basis
- Health Benefits May Result from Simple Foods
- Today's Bionic Man
- Multiple Lifestyle Changes Help Lower Blood Pressure
- Vaccine Reduces Rate of Infection in Children
- Diabetes Prevention Challenge Continues
- Estrogen Receptor Status May Determine Chemotherapy Use
- Pacemaker
- Upper Gastrointestinal Series
- Bone Densitometry
May 2006
- Glucosamine, Chondroitin May Be Linked to Pain Level
- Diabetes and Heart Disease Linked
- Teen Girls Sip More Soda as They Age
- Breast Cancer May Return in Opposite Breast
- Lifesaving Advice for Stroke: Call 911
- Calcium and Vitamin D Help Bone Mass in Older Women
- Exercise Provides Help for Erectile Dysfunction
- Electrocardiogram
- Chest X-ray
- PAP Test
- Computed Tomography (CT or CAT) Scan of the Brain
April 2006
- Omega-3 Fatty Acids Not Linked to Cancer Prevention
- Inhaled Insulin for Diabetes Therapy Approved by FDA
- Parent Conflict Linked to Child's Health Problems
- Chemotherapy May Help Older Women with Breast Cancer
- Vessel Blockage in Women Different from Men
- Timing of Hormone Replacement Therapy for Cardiac Benefit
- Access To Care Linked To Prostate Cancer Outcomes
- Carotid Artery Duplex Scan
- Mammogram
