The Scope Radio
Summary: The Scope Health Sciences Radio highlights the topics you want to know about to live a happier and healthier life and informs you about leading-edge research and trends in medicine. The opinions expressed are those of our physicians and do not necessarily reflect those of The University of Utah.
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Podcasts:
Dr. Tom Miller, chief medical officer at University Hospital, outlines what the Affordable Care Act is and how Utahns can access health insurance exchanges to find the coverage right for their families.
Dr. Tom Miller, chief medical officer at the University of Utah, gives you his take on a Utah insurance exchanges.
Dr. Kirtly Jones of the University of Utah talks about why 50 is the best age to get your first mammogram.
There are things you can do before you get pregnant to increase the possibility of a healthy baby. Dr. Kirtly Jones of the University of Utah provides tips for families planning to add a new member.
Dr. Kirtly Jones of the University of Utah talks about what you need to know to help your daughter navigate puberty.
Dr. Troy Madsen of the University of Utah has treated countless patients injured in motorcycle accidents. He weighs in on why the simple act of wearing a helmet can make a big difference in the event of an accident.
Dr. Norman Foster talks about Alzheimer's disease and what causes it.
Dr. Shamus Carr from Huntsman Cancer Institute talks about eCigarettes —and whether they are just as harmful as a regular pack of smokes.
Flu shots are regularly recommended by doctors now. But did you know that what makes up the shot changes every year based on what strains of flu are most likely to be around? Learn about this and more flu shot facts and myths from Dr. Susan Terry.
In this interview, we learn about the heart condition Randy Travis has, how serious it is, and what could be next for the country music star.
If you end up with a tick on you, what should you do. Dr. Troy Madsen talks about the diseases, the concerns and how to remove it yourself.
Have you ever wondered what you as a parent or concerned friend can do for an obese child? Dr. Cindy Gellner, from the University of Utah Health Care Clinics, will help you understand just how to do this.
Did you know that fall allergies are different than spring allergies? Find out why and how to treat them from Dr. Cindy Gellner.
Patients with atrial fibrillation have a higher chance of stroke. Heart specialist Dr. Frederick Han at University of Utah Hospital has developed a procedure, called LAA (Left Atrial Appendage) Ligation, to help prevent this. If you have atrial fibrillation, find out how this procedure can help you.
With all the health and wellness information out there, how do you know which tests you should do when? Dr. Kirtly Jones from the University of Utah Hospitals talks about the 5 for Life program: the five most important screenings and tests every woman should have.
