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Join Dr. Roizen and his expert guests for the latest health news, wellness advice and most up-to-date research from around the world.World-renowned physician, Dr. Michael Roizen, MD, continues to update your understanding of the meaning of health by providing an in-depth review of the most impactful health headlines.  Joined by his co-host, Joe Galuski, they discuss the health news that matters most to you. The duo is later joined by Dr. Diane Roberts Stoler, Ed.D a neuropsychologist and board certified health and sports psychologist. Bonus! RealAge Tip 8 Natural Energy Boosters

The misconception that pain is a natural part of aging is a common myth that leaves millions of people suffering every day.The misconception that pain is a natural part of aging or illness and those who suffer must live with it, is a common myth that leaves millions of people in pain every day. There is almost always a reason why a person is experiencing pain and in most cases physical pain can be managed. Hospice and palliative care professionals, experts in helping patients and families cope with pain, know from experience that pain can take away peace of mind, comfort, enjoyment, and most of all, hope. Helping people learn the truth about pain and what can be done to manage pain is the focus of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization's campaign, LIVE Without Pain. "When someone is in pain, it can be impossible to think about anything else", said J. Donald Schumacher, NHPCO president and CEO. "Pain can make it difficult for you to work, sleep, maintain relationships with friends and loved ones and participate in simple activities." Physical pain is only one aspect of suffering. Emotional and psychological suffering is also an important factor that must be considered. "Good pain management improves quality of life and in most cases it is possible to manage pain and that's why we want to increase public awareness about the issue," explains Schumacher.

The War on Drugs often claims unintended victims, including patients who need convenient, timely access to their pain medications.The War on Drugs often claims unintended victims: patients with serious economic, cognitive, physical or mobility issues, who need convenient, timely access to their pain medications. Typically, prescriptions don't get filled or people try and "make do" by cutting pills to make them last longer. Community pharmacists share concerns regarding the abuse and diversion of prescription drugs. "Abuse of these drugs can ruin lives, devastate families and has contributed to dangerous crimes against pharmacies," says guest Dr. B. Douglas Hoey, RPh, CEO of the National Community Pharmacists Association. But aggressive anti-drug abuse efforts must be balanced with preserving legitimate patient access to necessary prescription drugs. Recent legislation, while well-intentioned, fails that test. An FDA proposal to re-schedule hydrocodone-containing products, like Vicodin®, and move them to the more restrictive Schedule II from Schedule III. This could significantly delay patient access by eliminating phoned-in prescriptions, stopping prescription refills and, in some cases, prohibiting electronic prescribing. It would create significant hardships for many and delay relief for vulnerable patients with legitimate chronic pain, especially those in nursing home and long-term care settings.

New research suggests that herbal supplements are often not what they seem.A recent study in the New York Times revealed that some popular supplement brands are often not what they seem, based on DNA coding and fingerprinting. What exactly are these supplements, and do they perform as advertised? Could they actually be putting you at risk? Dr. Mark Rosenberg joins Dr. Leigh to break down this disturbing study.

A recent study shows that many transgender and transsexual patients actually refused healthcare because they felt safer doing so.A recent study in the Annals of Emergency Medicine found that 21% of transgender and transsexual patients actually refused emergency care because they felt safer outside of the ER. Adding to this, many patients had negative experiences in the past with ER physicians and staff. Many issues can result from a lack of communication between trans patients and physicians. It is important that caregivers get as much information as possible in order to best treat the patient. It is also important that the emergency care providers make trans patients feel comfortable. The study findings paint a sad picture. However, this awareness will hopefully make ER staff open their minds and provide safe healthcare for every person that needs it. Join Dr. Leigh and special guest, Dr. Greta Bauer, PhD, MPH, as they discuss this eye-opening study.

A recently published study on special needs of transgender patients reveals some disturbing statistics.A recently published study in the Annals of Emergency Medicine took a close look at the special needs of transgender patients. The results may shock you. While approximately one-third of transgender patients needed emergency care in the previous year, only 71 percent of those with self-reported need indicated they were able to obtain care. In fact, many patients deferred care until they were desperate and needed to go to the ER. Why are these patients reluctant to submit to care? And what is being done to change the phenomenon? In this segment of ER 101, Dr. Greta Bauer joins Dr. Leigh to discuss the details of the study.

Learn how you can best treat, or even reverse your Diabetes symptoms.Did you know that all types of Diabetes are treatable? And that type-2 Diabetes can actually be reversed? Dr. Howard Mell joins Dr. Leigh to discuss how to best treat Diabetes and alleviate such side effects as nerve damage, heart failure, stroke, erectile dysfunction even coma. If you or a loved one are diabetic or pre-diabetic, this interview is not to be missed.

Do you know the specific differences between type-1, type-2 and gestational Diabetes?Diabetes is one of the most rampant diseases in the United States today. Pre-Diabetes is on the rise, to the point where it has almost become the norm in emergency rooms' glucose readings. Do you or a loved one suffer from Diabetes or pre-diabetes? Would you know the specific differences between type-1, type-2 and gestational Diabetes? Special guest, Dr. Howard Mell, helps break down the different types of diabetes and how you can help protect yourself and your loved ones from this life-changing disease.

Sprouted grains contain all of the necessary nutrients for producing a whole new plant. These same nutrients are good for you as well.The body of research detailing the health benefits of sprouted whole grains is growing daily. Although it's important to remember that no standard, uniform definition of sprouted grains was observed from one study to another, it's intriguing to see - even with a wide range of definitions - how many different benefits seem to be associated with sprouted grains.

Preventing the devastating consequences of diabetes requires a plan of action. Do you have one in place?Preventing the devastating consequences of diabetes requires a plan of action. Do you have one in place? Christine Lee joins Dr. Mike to discuss her book, The Essentials of Diabetes, which outlines a simple plan for gaining control over the disease and avoiding the dangerous and devastating consequence of high blood sugar.

Preventing the devastating consequences of diabetes requires a plan of action.Christine Lee joins Dr. Mike to discuss her book The Essentials of Diabetes which outlines a simple plan of action for gaining control over the disease and avoiding the dangerous and devastating consequence of high blood sugar.

Dr. Ruth shares tactics and resources from her guide book for the Alzheimer's caregiver.For years Dr. Ruth has been a trusted name in relationship therapy. Now, she's sharing effective coping strategies for both the practical problems and emotional stresses of Alzheimer's care in her newest book, Dr. Ruth’s Guide for the Alzheimer’s Caregiver. More than 15 million Americans are responsible for the care of a loved one with Alzheimer's disease. If you are one of them, you know this situation can quickly lead to feeling overwhelmed while trying to balance between the full-time needs of your dependent adult and your own physical and mental health. The tactics and resources presented in this book build your confidence and provide health-guided advice on how to avoid burnout and maintain a loving relationship with a spouse or parent with Alzheimer's.

Dr. Ruth Westheimer offers straight-to-the-point tips for staying sexually active after menopause.Dr. Ruth Westheimer realizes that as women age, they go through certain changes that may affect their libido or their confidence. These changes may lead them to thinking that sex is no longer an option. In her straight-to-the-point way, Dr. Ruth is out to dispel that myth. In fact, she wrote an entire book on the topic titled, Dr. Ruth's Sex After 50. She joins Dr. Mike to discuss ways women can continue with a healthy, active sex life after menopause.

Is your thyroid medication not working – even at higher doses? You might want to test your reverse T3 level.Millions of people with low thyroid remain symptomatic even when they are taking thyroid medication. Conventional doctors may or may not do anything about the symptoms, other than increasing the dose of the medication. However, a tested called reverse T3 may offer some insight to why some people with hypothyroid remain symptomatic even while taking medication. Join Dr. Mike to learn more about this revolutionary test and how it may help you finally feel "normal" again.

Disciplining a teenager can be infuriating at times. However, you and your teen can both benefit from fair, consistent boundaries.The role of disciplinarian doesn't come naturally to everyone. If you're typically a permissive parent, maintaining boundaries and following through on consequences takes on added importance when you attempt to become more authoritative. In the heat of the moment, you may say something you'll regret later. Or you may set too harsh a restriction, and feel like you can't retract it. Getting teenagers to express themselves—at least to you—can sometimes seem like an exercise in futility. Learn how to navigate tumultuous teens with practical advice from special guest, Dr. Corinn Cross, MD. Dr. Cross shares tips to help you meet the challenge of raising a happy, healthy teenager.