Guest: Arthritis Foundation

The Arthritis Foundation is the nation’s leading nonprofit organization working to addressing arthritis. The organization funds research and provides services and programs designed that empower individuals to take control of their disease. A key component of managing arthritis is regular physical activity.

Let’s Move Together is a nationwide movement led by the Arthritis Foundation that encourages people to move to prevent or treat arthritis. You can join the movement by committing to participate in your local Arthritis Walk. But don’t stop there…move daily for better health.

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Guest: Nor-Cal Beverage Company/Go Girl Energy Drinks

Go-Girl Energy Drinks is teaming up with organizations dedicated to fighting breast and ovarian cancer. Dr. Ernie Bodai, Director of Breast Surgical Services at Kaiser-Permanente in Sacramento, California talks about his campaign to fund breast cancer research through a special stamp, and Doug Carson tells us why he started the Albie Aware Breast Cancer Foundation to get vital testing for women at risk of the disease. These worthy organizations, along with many others, are supported by sales of healthy, delicious Go Girl Energy drinks.

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Health Tips With Miss USA

Guest: Chews-4-Health

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Miss USA Kristen Dalton is helping to spread the word that healthy eating and regular exercise can help you stay ahead of the disease! Prevention now may be your best defense later against this deadly disease!

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Baldwin Family Foundation & Breast Cancer Interview

Guest: Chews-4-Health

October is “Breast Cancer Awareness” month when people all around the United States focus on the disease, and finding a cure.
We traveled to New York to speak with Stephen Baldwim whose entire family has devoted itself to the cause.

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Get Your Pet To the Vet: Understanding Heartworm in Cats

Guest: IDEXX Laboratories

This segment focuses on bringing awareness to Feline Heartworm Disease and the fact that it’s almost 100% preventable if cats 7 months of age or older start taking preventative measures through their veterinarian. There is also a new test available that helps diagnose 3 of the most common feline diseases, which are often unfortunately underdiagnosed.

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Understanding The Importance of Soy Protein

Guest: Solae, LLC

Heart disease is the #1 killer for women, and soy protein provides a heart healthy protein option to easily incorporate into your daily diet. Solae works with several major food manufacturers that produce products with soy protein ingredients in them that are on grocery shelves today. In this segment, we learn more about the health benefits of soy protein and how you can incorporate them into your low-fat, low cholesterol diet.

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Taking Care Of Your Loved Ones The Way We Would Our Own

Guest: Amedisys

Bill Borne, CEO and Founder of Amedisys explains what home care services and hospice is, and how they help keep elderly patients and chronic care patients at home rather than in a facility, and why Amedisys stands apart from the competition.

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Foster Communication

Guest: Interim HealthCare Inc.

If you have a loved one who has Alzheimer’s Disease, make sure you foster communication with their physicians. Be involved in your loved one’s medical care. Ask questions about the progression of the disease, express concerns and discuss treatment options. Reach out to more information at www.alzfdn.org

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Maintain A Healthy & Active Lifestyle While Living With Knee Osteoarthritis

Guest: Ferring Pharmaceuticals

This segment discusses osteoarthritis of the knee – a disease in which the knee joint gradually deteriorates. A medical doctor explains conservative, non-surgical treatment options & injections of Euflexxa as a possible solution, depending on the patient. A Senior Olympian basketball player explains the process and what his results were. Sponsored by Ferring Pharmaceuticals.



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Season Pass Program - Importance Of The Flu Shot For College Students

Guest: CSL Biotherapies

ESPN college football analyst and commentator, and former TV “Bachelor” Jesse Palmer tells us about his broadcast career and his involvement in the Season Pass Program, designed by CSL Biotherapies to explain why colleges & universities are especially vulnerable to flu outbreaks & the impact of the flu on college students. Interview sponsored by CSL Biotherapies.

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What Is Osteoarthritis Of The Knee And Some Treatments

Guest: Ferring Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

This segment discusses osteoarthritis of the knee – a disease in which the knee joint gradually deteriorates. A medical doctor explains conservative, non-surgical treatment options & injections of as a possible solution, depending on the patient. Sponsored by Ferring Pharmaceuticals & Euflexxa.

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Living With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee

Guest: Ferring Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

This segment discusses osteoarthritis of the knee – a disease in which the knee joint gradually deteriorates. A Dr. explains the symptoms, causes and progression while a patient diagnosed & treated for O-A of the knee explains how she lives with it. Sponsored by Ferring Pharmaceuticals & Euflexxa.

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NBA Center Talks About Overcoming Asthma And The Jr. NBA/Jr. WNBA Skills Challenge

Guest: Merck & Co., Inc.

NBA star Tyson Chandler was diagnosed with asthma in 2004, but that hasn’t stopped the 7’1” New Orleans Hornets center from working to rise to the top of his game. By partnering with his doctor, Tyson has kept his asthma under control. Today, asthma affects 6.8 million children in the United States (nearly 1 in 15) and is the most common chronic condition affecting children. Tyson wants to help raise awareness among parents of children with asthma that the disease does not need to get in the way of their child's goals. Chandler hopes his personal story will help dispel the myth that having asthma should limit physical activity.

This year the New Orleans Hornet is an ambassador for the Jr. NBA/Jr. WNBA Skills Challenge. This nationwide competition sponsored by Merck & Co. Inc. allows boys and girls to test their fundamental basketball skills. The Skills Challenge runs from December 2008 to May 2009 and is free for boys and girls, ages 9 to 14. Participants will compete in a time-based, half-court obstacle course to demonstrate their fundamental basketball skills and physical fitness. The Jr. NBA/ Jr. WNBA Skills Challenge will feature more than 700 local, regional and national competitions. The goal of the competition is to generate enthusiasm around basketball. Materials will also be available to help educate parents about asthma control.

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Multi-modal Therapies For OA Of The Knee

Guest: Ferring Pharmaceuticals

This segment discusses osteoarthritis of the knee – a disease in which the knee joint gradually deteriorates and non-surgical treatment options. A medical doctor explains why injections of Euflexxa are a possible solution, combined with other therapies which may increase effectiveness and pain relief. Sponsored by Ferring Pharmaceuticals.

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Weight Wise Tips With Maureen Mccormick

Guest: IdeaVillage Products Corp.

Did you know that walnuts develop more than three dozen neuron-transmitters for brain function? They actually look like a little brain too. And the wrinkles or folds on the nut are just like the neo-cortex. Walnuts may help lower cholesterol and have been shown to help with the prevention of some diseases.

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Women On The Street Discuss The Importance Of Heart Health

Guest: The Balancing Act

1 in 2.6 deaths in women are caused by Cardio Vascular Disease. Are you taking good care of your heart?


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Dogs Need Dental Care Too

Guest: Lilly Companion Animal Health

It’s important to brush your dog’s teeth regularly, as very often, bad breath is caused by dental or periodontal disease. Some dogs do not adequately chew their food, so they don't clean their teeth naturally in the chewing process. Some breeds of dogs are more susceptible, and internal diseases can also cause bad breath. Your vet can pinpoint the cause

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Eat To Beat Inflammation

Guest: Ferring Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Inflammation in the body causes arthritis and may cause the 3 three most common serious health problems: cancer, heart disease and obesity. Your eating habits are important, so add more veggies, fruit, nuts, tea and even chocolate to your diet. Many plant-based foods contain antioxidants and phytochemicals which may reduce inflammation. And don’t forget to load up on Omega-3 fatty acids found in salmon and tuna fish.

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Environmentally-attributed Childhood Diseases

Guest: Perf Go Green

Did you know that environmentally attributed childhood diseases, including asthma, lead to poisoning and cancer, and cost our nation nearly $55 billion annually?
So when is enough, enough? What are you doing to help stop pollution?


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Pertussis Is Preventable

Guest: Sanofi Pasteur

Pertussis, or whooping cough, resembles the common cold in adults who unknowingly pass it on to their babies, which can be potentially deadly. This segment features an M.D. who educates the viewer about getting regular vaccines to prevent the contagious disease from spreading.


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