Tag: health

Posted on March 19, 2008 · Doctors at Methodist Hospital are using a robot to treat irregular heart beats. Houston Public Radio's Pat Hernandez says some call it the wave of the future.

Posted on March 13, 2008 · Future physicians are gathered in Houston this week to discuss the challenges of entering the medical profession. They'll also be discussing how they can influence the future of health policy. Houston Public Radio's Capella Tucker reports.

Posted on March 7, 2008 · Studies are looking at more than treatments for cancer. Prevention is becoming more of a focus especially among people with higher risk factors for cancer. Houston Public Radio's Capella Tucker reports sharing study information with the public can cause confusion.

Posted on March 7, 2008 · Every year thousands of people visit the rodeo to experience the aura of the Texas west. But some people visit the rodeo as part of their physical rehabiliation. Houston Public Radio's Laurie Johnson has more.

Posted on February 18, 2008 · Teenagers are at high risk for contracting bacterial meningitis. And parents may not realize there's a newer stronger vaccine for the disease. Houston Public Radio's Laurie Johnson reports.