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Health Matters
Tuesdays at 1 pm during The Mix (repeats at 11 pm Tuesday and 9:30 am Saturday)
Advice for living well. Dr. Michelle Wright addresses your health concerns and questions.
Health Matters: Understanding our sleep
Tuesday, 5 March, 2013Sleep seems to be necessary for every being in the animal kingdom. It repairs the body and refreshes the brain. But how much sleep do we need? Dr. Michelle Wright talks to an expert about sleep walking, sleep talking and dreaming:
Tuesday, 5 March, 2013Sleep seems to be necessary for every being in the animal kingdom. It repairs the body and refreshes the brain. But how much sleep do we need? Dr. Michelle Wright talks to an expert about sleep walking, sleep talking and dreaming:
Health Matters: Growing pains and your questions answered
Tuesday, 26 February, 2013Dr. Michelle Wright talks about growing pains, which affect the legs of kids aged 4-12. In fact, the term is misleading because it has nothing to do with actual growing. We hear about how the condition is caused. Plus, why aspirin can trigger problems. And bet you never heard of this one—Fish Odor Syndrome:
Tuesday, 26 February, 2013Dr. Michelle Wright talks about growing pains, which affect the legs of kids aged 4-12. In fact, the term is misleading because it has nothing to do with actual growing. We hear about how the condition is caused. Plus, why aspirin can trigger problems. And bet you never heard of this one—Fish Odor Syndrome:
Health Matters: Signs of meningitis
Tuesday, 19 February, 2013Meningitis is inflammation of the special lining of the skull and the vertebral canal and encloses and protects the brain and the spinal cord. It’s called the meninges. Dr. Michelle Wright discusses with WRS’s Hansine Johnston the signs of meningitis and whether it can cause blood poisoning. Plus what steps to take when you suspect this sometimes deadly disease:
Tuesday, 19 February, 2013Meningitis is inflammation of the special lining of the skull and the vertebral canal and encloses and protects the brain and the spinal cord. It’s called the meninges. Dr. Michelle Wright discusses with WRS’s Hansine Johnston the signs of meningitis and whether it can cause blood poisoning. Plus what steps to take when you suspect this sometimes deadly disease:
Health Matters: What can be done about OCD?
Tuesday, 12 February, 2013Footballer David Beckham revealed some years ago that he battles with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder or OCD. But what exactly is OCD, what symptoms does it cause and what can be done about it? Dr. Michelle Wright discusses OCD with WRS’s Susan Flory:
Tuesday, 12 February, 2013Footballer David Beckham revealed some years ago that he battles with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder or OCD. But what exactly is OCD, what symptoms does it cause and what can be done about it? Dr. Michelle Wright discusses OCD with WRS’s Susan Flory:
Health Matters: Surprising cancer stats plus signs you have flu
Tuesday, 5 February, 2013Dr. Michelle Wright discusses stories in the news, including the recent World Cancer Day. Almost 13 million people are newly diagnosed with cancer each year. Surprisingly, two-thirds of these new cases are actually diagnosed in the developing world. And she also cites a study showing that men are at greater risk than women. Plus, we hear results of the sixth Swiss nutrition report. And finally, flu is at epidemic levels in Switzerland—but how can you tell if you really have the flu?
Tuesday, 5 February, 2013Dr. Michelle Wright discusses stories in the news, including the recent World Cancer Day. Almost 13 million people are newly diagnosed with cancer each year. Surprisingly, two-thirds of these new cases are actually diagnosed in the developing world. And she also cites a study showing that men are at greater risk than women. Plus, we hear results of the sixth Swiss nutrition report. And finally, flu is at epidemic levels in Switzerland—but how can you tell if you really have the flu?
Health Matters: Looking at the effects of screens on kids
Tuesday, 29 January, 2013Child psychotherapist Rachel Melville-Thomas and Dr. Penny Fraser talk to Dr. Michelle Wright about the effect of screens—from laptops to iPads and cell phones—on kids. They discuss the positive aspects—from Skyping with relatives to using educational apps. But there are downsides—studies show verbal and intellectual delay in babies who watch television alone:
Tuesday, 29 January, 2013Child psychotherapist Rachel Melville-Thomas and Dr. Penny Fraser talk to Dr. Michelle Wright about the effect of screens—from laptops to iPads and cell phones—on kids. They discuss the positive aspects—from Skyping with relatives to using educational apps. But there are downsides—studies show verbal and intellectual delay in babies who watch television alone:
Health Matters: Screening, prevention of colorectal cancer
Tuesday, 22 January, 2013Dr. Michelle Wright discusses the fairly common colorectal cancer. In Switzerland, it is the third most common cancer after breast and lung cancer. The good news is that if it is detected early enough, there is a good chance of cure. Risk factors include having a close relative with the disease, being overweight and sedentary and getting older:
Tuesday, 22 January, 2013Dr. Michelle Wright discusses the fairly common colorectal cancer. In Switzerland, it is the third most common cancer after breast and lung cancer. The good news is that if it is detected early enough, there is a good chance of cure. Risk factors include having a close relative with the disease, being overweight and sedentary and getting older:
Health Matters: Dealing with schizophrenia
Tuesday, 15 January, 2013Schizophrenia, psychosis, split personality—there are lots of names used for it. Dr. Michelle Wright tells WRS’s Susan Flory what schizophrenia is and dispels some of the myths—for example that someone with schizophrenia doesn’t have a split personality. What they do have are ideas and beliefs and experiences that become disordered:
Tuesday, 15 January, 2013Schizophrenia, psychosis, split personality—there are lots of names used for it. Dr. Michelle Wright tells WRS’s Susan Flory what schizophrenia is and dispels some of the myths—for example that someone with schizophrenia doesn’t have a split personality. What they do have are ideas and beliefs and experiences that become disordered:
Health Matters: Benefits of pets and exercise
Tuesday, 8 January, 2013Dr. Michelle Wright discusses topics for the new year including getting fit and losing weight. However, shedding the pounds shouldn’t mean a restrictive regime because they don’t work. Behavioral change is the key. She also discusses some surprising protective elements of pets for kids:
Tuesday, 8 January, 2013Dr. Michelle Wright discusses topics for the new year including getting fit and losing weight. However, shedding the pounds shouldn’t mean a restrictive regime because they don’t work. Behavioral change is the key. She also discusses some surprising protective elements of pets for kids:
Health Matters: Taking care of your health this Christmas
Tuesday, 18 December, 2012WRS’s resident doctor is in! Dr. Michelle Wright discusses how you can stay healthy this holiday period. She also talks about the sometimes painful after-effects of indulgence around this time…the hangover:
Tuesday, 18 December, 2012WRS’s resident doctor is in! Dr. Michelle Wright discusses how you can stay healthy this holiday period. She also talks about the sometimes painful after-effects of indulgence around this time…the hangover:
Health Matters: Dealing with morning sickness
Tuesday, 11 December, 2012Dr. Michelle Wright discusses the distinction between regular morning sickness with its symptoms of nausea and vomiting—and the more severe form:
Tuesday, 11 December, 2012Dr. Michelle Wright discusses the distinction between regular morning sickness with its symptoms of nausea and vomiting—and the more severe form:
Health Matters: Dealing with addictions
Tuesday, 4 December, 2012There is no simple definition of addiction, though one thing common to all addictions is that they typically used to give pleasure and now cause suffering. Another sign of addiction is the person’s inability to stop the habit. Addiction specialist Dr. Basile Vareltzsis talks to Dr. Michelle about sources, warning signs and where to get help for addictions. They discuss all kinds of addictions, including alcohol, gambling and smoking:
Tuesday, 4 December, 2012There is no simple definition of addiction, though one thing common to all addictions is that they typically used to give pleasure and now cause suffering. Another sign of addiction is the person’s inability to stop the habit. Addiction specialist Dr. Basile Vareltzsis talks to Dr. Michelle about sources, warning signs and where to get help for addictions. They discuss all kinds of addictions, including alcohol, gambling and smoking:
Health Matters: Facts and myths about HIV and AIDS
Tuesday, 27 November, 2012World Aids Day is held on December 1 each year. It is marked throughout the world and is an opportunity for people to unite in the fight against HIV, to show solidarity and support for those living with the illness, as well as to remember those who have died from it. Dr. Michelle Wright is here to talk us through some facts and dispel some myths about HIV and AIDS:
Tuesday, 27 November, 2012World Aids Day is held on December 1 each year. It is marked throughout the world and is an opportunity for people to unite in the fight against HIV, to show solidarity and support for those living with the illness, as well as to remember those who have died from it. Dr. Michelle Wright is here to talk us through some facts and dispel some myths about HIV and AIDS:
Health Matters: Dealing with accidental poisoning
Tuesday, 20 November, 2012Dr. Michelle Wright discusses accidental poisoning—whether ingested, inhaled, absorbed or injected. Poisons can be both corrosive and non-corrosive. She discusses how to deal with each situation using first aid:
Tuesday, 20 November, 2012Dr. Michelle Wright discusses accidental poisoning—whether ingested, inhaled, absorbed or injected. Poisons can be both corrosive and non-corrosive. She discusses how to deal with each situation using first aid:
Health Matters: Risks, treatment and prevention of diabetes
Tuesday, 13 November, 2012Dr. Michelle Wright discusses the diabetes epidemic a day ahead of World Diabetes Day. The numbers are staggering. The World Health Organization says 346 million people worldwide have it and the numbers are growing. The WHO estimates that number will more than double by 2030 if we don’t do something about it. She describes the risk factors for Type 2 diabetes including diet and lack of exercise. She also talks about how you can treat it and what you can do to reduce your chances of getting it:
Tuesday, 13 November, 2012Dr. Michelle Wright discusses the diabetes epidemic a day ahead of World Diabetes Day. The numbers are staggering. The World Health Organization says 346 million people worldwide have it and the numbers are growing. The WHO estimates that number will more than double by 2030 if we don’t do something about it. She describes the risk factors for Type 2 diabetes including diet and lack of exercise. She also talks about how you can treat it and what you can do to reduce your chances of getting it:
