Broadcast Schedule for February 2006
- Tuesday February 28 - Post-Stroke Walking Rehab
This year alone more than 700-thousand Americans will suffer a stroke. For many learning to walk again will be one of the most difficult parts of their recovery. But Dallas researchers are now studying a new therapy that may make the rehabilitation process quicker and much more effective. Dr. David Winter tells us more in tonight's Healthsource® report. - Monday February 27 - Early Signs of Meningitis
It's starts out like the flu in children. but can be deadly within just 24 hours. We're talking about meningitis. So what are the red flags all parents should know? Dr. David Winter tells us in tonight's Healthsource® report. - Friday February 24 - Organic Foods
Ever get stumped in the produce aisle wondering whether you should buy organic? What does 'organic' really mean and is there a true health benefit? Dr. David Winter answers in tonight's Healthsource® report. - Thursday February 23 - Banking Cord Blood
It's a question now being asked of many expectant families "Do you want to bank your newborn's umbilical cord?" It can be a difficult decision for parents who have to weigh the cost against the potential benefits. Dr. David Winter tells us more in tonight's Healthsource® report. - Wednesday February 22 - The Pet Prescription
It's no wonder they're called 'man's best friend.' New studies show owning a pet may help you live longer. Dr. David Winter explains in tonight's Healthsource® report. - Tuesday February 21 - Sleep Apnea and Stroke
As many as one-in-four men and one-in-10 women suffer from sleep apnea. The condition has been linked to several health problems including heart disease. but now a new study reveals a shocking statistic-according to researchers sleep apnea more than doubles a person's stroke risk. Dr. David Winter tells us more in tonight's Healthsource® report. - Monday February 20 - InterX 5000 for Pain
No pills. no surgery. what if instead you could treat chronic pain with the wave of a wand. Sound like magic? Some patients who've tried a new therapy known as "interactive neuro stimulation" say it is. Dr. David Winter tells us more in tonight's Healthsource® report. - Friday February 17 - Genetic Testing for Colon Cancer
By now many of us have heard of the 'breast cancer gene'-an inherited mutation that predisposes some to the disease. But much less talked about is the colon cancer gene. Who should be tested and what does carrying the mutation mean? Dr. David Winter has the answers in tonight's Healthsource® report. - Thursday February 16 - Sleeping Pills and Seniors
Have trouble falling asleep at night? Before you reach for a pill you should hear the results of a recent study that found sleep medications are twice as likely to cause harm to a senior patient than they are to help them sleep. Dr. David Winter tells us more in tonight's Healthsource® report. - Wednesday February 15 - 1 in 10 Americans Experience Depression
New studies found an alarming statistic-- as many as one-in-10 Americans has or is experiencing depression . and the disorder is now hitting a different segment of the population than it has in the past. Dr. David Winter tells us more in tonight's Healthsource® report. - Tuesday February 14 - Benefits of Chocolate
Get a box of chocolates from your valentine? We've heard it before-dark chocolate has heart healthy benefits. but newer research shows it can also prevent diabetes, asthma, and even cancer. Dr. David Winter tells us more in tonight's Healthsource® report. - Monday February 13 - Heart Oil Study
Around half-a-million Americans suffer from congestive heart failure-a condition that can be very difficult to treat. But now Baylor researchers have come up with an innovative new medication for patients--that is actually more like a food than a drug. Dr. David Winter tells us more in tonight's Healthsource® report. - Friday February 10 - Intestinal Transplant
Surgeons at Baylor University Medical Center have successfully performed the first-ever intestinal transplant in the state. It means new hope for dozens of other Texas patients in need of the procedure. - Thursday February 9 - Sleep Apnea and Stroke
As many as one-in-four men and one-in-10 women suffer from sleep apnea. The condition has been linked to several health problems including heart disease. but now a new study reveals a shocking statistic-according to researchers sleep apnea more than doubles a person's stroke risk. Dr. David Winter tells us more in tonight's Healthsource® report. - Wednesday February 8 - Epilepsy Monitoring Unit
A recent study found that as many as one-in-four cases of epilepsy are misdiagnosed. primarily because the condition can present itself in so many different ways. Now new technology is helping doctors be more accurate. Dr. David Winter tells us more in tonight's Healthsource® report. - Tuesday February 7 - Cell Phone Stress
Ever wish you could just shut off that cell phone? Ever think it's more a source of stress than it is a convenience? Well according to a new study you're not alone. - Monday February 6 - Scarring Alopecia
It's little talked about-but an estimated five-million women in America suffer from what's called 'Scarring Alopecia'-irreversible hair loss often caused by hairdressing techniques such as perms, relaxers and braids. The condition most commonly affects African-American women in their 30s and 40s. Dr. David Winter tells us more in tonight's Healthsource® report. - Friday February 3 - Dangers of Light Smoking
Is there such a thing as a 'light' smoker? Researchers say there may be-but there is no such thing as a 'low-risk' smoker. Dr. David Winter explains in tonight's Healthsource® report. - Thursday February 2 - Sleeping Pills and Seniors
Have trouble falling asleep at night? Before you reach for a pill you should hear the results of a recent study that found sleep medications are twice as likely to cause harm to a senior patient than they are to help them sleep. Dr. David Winter tells us more in tonight's Healthsource® report. - Wednesday February 1 - Pregnancy & Asthma
It's the most common chronic illness that complicates pregnancy. Asthma affects millions and a new study shows how it can also affect unborn babies. Dr. David Winter tells us more in tonight's Healthsource® report.