Hosts Barbara Lewis, David Crabb, MD, and Jeremy Shere, PhD, talk to physicians and researchers about:
What is the Berlin Heart?
Interview: Elaine Cox, M.D., a specialist in pediatric infectious disease.Mark Turrentine, M.D., pediatric heart surgeon
The FDA recently approved the Berlin Heart, a mechanical pump for children with severe heart failure. The implanted device temporarily takes over the heart’s function, typically until the child receives a transplant. A team from Riley Hospital for...
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What is behind the increased prevalence of preschoolers with cavities?
Interview: Jeffrey Dean, DDS, MSD, executive associate dean at IU School of Dentistry
For the first time in 40 years, there is an increased number of children with multiple cavities, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Mirroring this alarming trend is the increased number of children who have to be...
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How are pediatricians helping families with medically complex children?
Interview: Jim Ogan, M.D., pediatrician, recently established a program at the University of Virginia Medical Center designed to provide specialty care for medically complex children..
Pediatrician Jim Ogan, M.D., has established a program at the University of Virginia Medical Center to provide specialty care for medically complex children. Dr. Ogan authored an inspiring essay titled “Holy Moments” about a special neonatal...
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Does new drug signify cystic fibrosis breakthrough?
Interview: Katrina Roi, Independent Producer.
A drug approved by the FDA in January treats the underlying cause of a rare form of cystic fibrosis, a debilitating genetic disease that patients typically succumb to by their early 30s. This revolutionary breakthrough could not have been possible...
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How do teenagers interpret the cancer experience?
Interview: John Green, author of the "The Fault in Our Stars."
“The Fault in Our Stars” is being heralded as a masterpiece of young adult fiction, but according to many reviewers, it has the potential to connect with readers beyond the young adult audience. Its plot depicts the journey of an Indiana girl, Hazel...
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Are parents happier than non-parents?
Previous studies concluded that non-parents are typically happier than parents. Katie Nelson, Ph.D. candidate conducted a study which concluded that parents are generally happier and derive a sense of value and purpose from their role as a parent.
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