Stay ConnectedHealthy Living from the Cooper Aerobics Center is designed for listeners of any age who want to gain research-based, practical information that can improve the way they look and feel. The program focuses on timely topics in the areas of health, fitness, nutrition, and lifestyle.
The program features Dr. Ken Cooper along with members of the Cooper Aerobics Center staff and is hosted by Todd Whitthorne.
Dr. Kenneth Cooper and Dr. Tyler Cooper will discuss their new book Start Strong Finish Strong.
They will answer listeners' calls.
If you are a smoker or a former smoker, should you have a CT scan to screen for lung cancer?
Dr. Cooper will discuss the use of preventive screenings including the role MRI plays in the detection of breast cancer.
We know red meat increases the risk of colon cancer, but what is its role related to the reoccurrence of the disease? We will discuss the results of a brand new study.
And yet another positive report regarding coffee.
Dr. Cooper will answer listeners' calls
The new technology used to diagnose heart disease is amazing. We will explore if the time has come for you to take advantage of it.
A couple of new studies indicate there's more than one reason to take Viagra.
And if you're under 60 and suffer from atrial fibrillation, a new study shows there's something you may want to stop consuming.
Dr. Tedd Mitchell is the medical director and a staff physician at Cooper Clinic in Dallas. Dr. Mitchell is double-boarded in Internal Medicine and Sports Medicine. Dr. Mitchell is the contributing health editor and a weekly columnist for USA Weekend, a member of the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, and co-author of Fit to Lead.
Dr. Janet Tornelli is a staff physician at Cooper Clinic in Dallas. Dr. Tornelli is board certified in Internal Medicine and is a member of the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners.
References:
Moderate Drinking Linked to A-Fib in Younger Patients
http://www.internalmedicinenews.com/article/PIIS109786900770985X/fulltext
ED Drugs Tame Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
http://www.internalmedicinenews.com/article/PIIS1097869007709745/fulltext
CT Angiography Efficient for Initial Screening
http://www.internalmedicinenews.com/article/PIIS1097869007709885/fulltext
The Devastating Effects Of Depression When It Accompanies A Chronic Disease
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/81745.php
Youth Suicide Rate Rises 8% In USA, Biggest Climb In 15 Years
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/81868.php
Heavy Drinking Hastens Deaths in Chronic Diseases
http://www.internalmedicinenews.com/article/PIIS1097869007709800/fulltext
Sildenafil Citrate Therapy for Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
Three things you must know to maximize your health!
Why you may want to think twice before inhaling that wonderful aroma from your microwave popcorn.
And we'll discuss the one vitamin you are likely to be deficient in, which is the same vitamin that can dramatically lower your risk of several types of cancer.
Dr. Tedd Mitchell is the medical director and a staff physician at Cooper Clinic in Dallas. Dr. Mitchell is double-boarded in Internal Medicine and Sports Medicine. Dr. Mitchell is the contributing health editor and a weekly columnist for USA Weekend, a member of the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, and co-author of Fit to Lead.
Dr. Janet Tornelli is a staff physician at Cooper Clinic in Dallas. Dr. Tornelli is board certified in Internal Medicine and is a member of the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners.
Consumer gets "popcorn lung"
http://www.denverpost.com/ci_6812264
Alzheimer's set for Exponential Surge Worldwide
http://www.internalmedicinenews.com/article/PIIS109786900770968X/fulltext
For many Americans, exercise is a four letter word but the benefits of regular physical activity are overwhelming. Today we'll discuss the new exercise guidelines and tell you exactly how much exercise you need to reap the rewards. Also, is there an advantage to short intense bouts of exercise compared to just hopping on the treadmill for 30 or 40 minutes at a time? Dr Cooper will offer his recommendation.
New exercise guidelineshttp://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=3049282
Effects of Different Doses of Physical Activity on Cardiorespiratory Fitness Among Sedentary, Overweight or Obese Postmenopausal Women With Elevated Blood Pressurehttp://jama.ama-assn.org/cgi/content/abstract/297/19/2081
Deer hunting may put men's hearts at riskhttp://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSHAR76642920070817
With more than 30 percent of Americans now officially obese, two new studies indicate that gastric bypass surgery not only helps patients live longer but it also dramatically lowers the rate of diabetes, cancer, and heart disease. But, who is going to pay for it?Can unintentional weight loss predict Alzheimer's disease? New research says yes but only in one gender…which one? And parents, heads up! Does your child suffer from high blood pressure? The problem appears to be much worse than we ever thought.
Kids' High Blood Pressure Goes Untreated
Gastric bypass cuts obesity death rate: studieshttp://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSN2244961220070822
Childhood Obesity What It Means for Physicians http://jama.ama-assn.org/cgi/content/short/298/8/920
Obesity and Risk for Chronic Renal Failurehttp://jasn.asnjournals.org/cgi/content/full/17/6/1695?ck=nck
Weight loss may foreshadow Alzheimer's in womenhttp://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSN1719570020070820
We'll discuss news regarding many popular prescription and over-the-counter medications.
If you take red yeast rice to lower your cholesterol and have been experiencing muscle soreness, there may be a very good reason why that's happening.
What about heartburn? If you take Prilosec, Nexium, Zantac, Pepcid, or Tagamet, you may be at greater risk for heart attack or dementia.
And if you take aspirin for your heart and ibuprofen for arthritis, Dr. Cooper will explain exactly when and how you should take those medications.
Dr. Cooper answers listeners' calls.
Program Reference Notes:
FDA warns doctors, consumers about red yeast supplements found to contain lovastatin
Acid inhibitors may raise dementia riskA study of elderly blacks indicates that those who are chronic users are more likely to develop the disease. The drugs inhibit a chemical involved in memory.
Tonsil Removal May Cure ADHD Behavior in Kids
The costly side effects of Nexium's ad blitz Heartburn pills may be safe enough, but their marketing is hazardous
F.D.A. Is Reviewing Heartburn Drugs After Studies Find Possible Heart Risk
Exercise Caution When Taking Ibuprofen
Aspirin: A user's guide to who needs it and how much to take
There's yet more ammunition touting the health benefits of vitamin D, but if you think you're getting enough, you may want to think again.
Most older women have their bone density checked, but does it make sense for a man to have the screening done?
We'll discuss new information showing that heart attacks in diabetics are much more severe and this week's incredibly misleading headlines regarding vitamin supplementation and the impact on heart disease in women.
Dr. Cooper answers listeners' calls.
Program Reference Notes:
Low Vitamin D Levels Linked To Poor Physical Performance
Vitamin D and Insulin
One dose of vitamin D boosts TB immunity
Common vitamins no help for women's hearts: study
Japan study finds coffee may prevent colon cancer
Are antioxidants worthless against heart disease?
A Randomized Factorial Trial of Vitamins C and E and Beta Carotene in the Secondary Prevention of Cardiovascular Events in Women
Cost-effectiveness of Bone Densitometry Followed by Treatment of Osteoporosis in Older Men
Dr. John Ho, a cardiologist at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, joins us today to talk about heart health. In addition to discussing specific steps we can take to avoid heart disease, we'll also explain what tests can be taken to detect heart disease, and what treatment options are available if heart disease is identified.
We'll also discuss a new study that indicates taking cholesterol lower medication might increase the risk of cancer.
And why having a hostile personality takes a toll on your heart.
Also, we explain how to calculate maximal heart rate.
Dr. Ho answers listeners' calls.
Program Reference Notes:
"Hostility, anger linked to chronic inflammation." Reuters, Aug. 2, 2007
http://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSCOL26680020070802?feedType=RSS
What's my target heart rate and why should I care?, Cooper Aerobics Center web site
http://www.cooperaerobics.com/tips/TargetHeartRate.aspx
"Taking statins may increase cancer risk." www.timesonline.com, posted July 24, 2007
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/life_and_style/health/article2127605.ece
"Statins' Cancer Benefits Challenged. Study Shows Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs Don't Cut Cancer Risk." www.webmd.com, posted Jan. 3, 2006
http://www.webmd.com/cancer/news/20060103/statins-cancer-benefits-challenged
"Statins and the Risk of Colorectal Cancer." The New England Journal of Medicine, Volume 352, Number 21, May 26, 2005
https://content.nejm.org/cgi/content/abstract/352/21/2184
Dr. Dana King from the University of South Carolina joins us today to discuss a study recently published in The American Journal of Medicine about how adopting a healthy lifestyle in middle age has significant health benefits.
Dr. King, lead author of the study, provides us with the specific details used in the study that led to lower rates of cardiovascular disease and mortality.
Dr. Dana King answers listeners' calls.
Program Reference Notes:
"Experts issue new physical exercise guidelines." Reuters, Aug. 1, 2007
http://today.reuters.com/news/articlenews.aspx?type=healthNews&storyid=2007-08-01T222000Z_01_N01380372_RTRUKOC_0_US-USA-EXERCISE.xml
"Turning Back the Clock: Adopting a Healthy Lifestyle in Middle Age." The American Journal of Medicine, Volume 120, Issue 7, July 2007
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science?_ob=ArticleURL&_udi=B6TDC-4NHV737-1&_user=10&_coverDate=07%2F31%2F2007&_rdoc=11&_fmt=summary&_orig=browse&_srch=doc-info(%23toc%235195%232007%23998799992%23661844%23FLA%23display%23Volume)&_cdi=5195&_sort=d&_docanchor=&_ct=36&_acct=C000050221&_version=1&_urlVersion=0&_userid=10&md5=3b34f28383096df6f2120d8c8dacbf45
and
http://nutritionandaging.fiu.edu/SearchResourceDetail.asp?Nutrition_ID=3960
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