Radio NewsLine FY 2006
Office of Public Affairs * P.O. Box 19621 * Springfield, IL 62794-9621 * 217-545-2155

NewsLine is a weekly radio program produced by SIU School of Medicine in conjunction with the Illinois Information Services of the State of Illinois. It is distributed to radio stations in Illinois. For additional information please contact Ruth Slottag, media coordinator, Office of Public Affairs, 217-545-2819.
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January • February • March • April • May • June • July • August • September • October • November • December • FY 2005

Fireworks injuries -- Thousands of people go to hospital emergency rooms with injuries from fireworks each year. (text)

Healthy Eating to Prevent Cancer -- Being overweight is a risk factor for many kinds of cancer, but those risks can be reduced with weight loss. (text)

Cervical Cancer -- Many cases of cervical cancer in women can now be prevented by a new vaccine. (text)

Arthritis -- Arthritis is one of the most common chronic health problems in the U.S. today. (text)

High Blood Pressure -- High blood pressure is increasing in the U.S. and is expected to also increase the amount of heart disease and strokes in Americans in future years. (text)

SIU Graduation -- The seventy-five new physicians who just graduated from SIU School of Medicine heard from Senator Barack Obama, their commencement speaker. (text)

Stroke -- Each year about 700,000 people in the U. S. have a stroke and every three minutes someone dies of stroke. (text)

Skin Cancer -- Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, but it can be prevented by avoiding over exposure to harmful ultraviolet light. (text)

Older American’s Month -- Senior citizens can lead independent and active lives for a number of years -- the keys are a healthy lifestyle and taking preventative measures. (text)

Workplace Stress -- A new study shows workers who thought they were suffering from sick buildings may actually be reacting to stress in the workplace. (text)

Exercise & Cancer Survivors -- The effects of exercise in breast cancer survivors is being studied at SIU School of Medicine. (text)

April 11

Mumps -- The largest outbreak of mumps in nearly two decades is being seen in Iowa this year. And the disease could spread to neighboring states including Illinois. (text)

Head and Neck Cancer -- Approximately 45,000 Americans are diagnosed with cancer of the head and neck area each year. And most of these cancers are related to tobacco use. (text)

Eating Disorders -- The desire to be thin can sometimes lead to a life-and-death battle with an eating disorder such as anorexia or bulimia. (text)

SIDS -- SIDS, a primary cause of death in infants before the age of one year, may be linked to lower levels of serotonin, a compound in the body that regulates some bodily functions. (text)

Colorectal Cancer -- Colorectal cancer is the second leading cancer killer in the United States and it can be prevented, if diagnosed early. (text)

HRT -- Estrogen is now determined to be beneficial for post-menopausal women. This finding reverses an earlier study and offers positive news for women entering menopause. (text)

Women’s Heart Health -- Heart disease is a major cause of death of women of all ages. It kills about 500,000 women each year. (text)

Inhaled insulin -- People who have diabetes will soon have another treatment option to help manage their disease. (text)

Sleep Apnea in Children -- Children who stop breathing briefly while they sleep are at increased risk for behavioral and emotional difficulties, but a common procedure can improve these problems. (text)

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) -- If you are feeling blue, gaining weight and waking up tired, you may have seasonal affective disorder. (text)

Kids' Healthy Resolutions -- The beginning of a new year is a good time to help children make their own health resolutions. (text)

Ovarian Cancer -- A new treatment offers hope to patients who have ovarian cancer. (text)

New Year's Resolution to Lose Weight -- Losing weight is one of the most common New Year’s resolution for Americans after indulging on lots of holiday food. (text)

Drunk Driving -- Driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs kills about 17,000 people in the United States annually. (text)

Kids and Holiday Stress -- Excitement during the holidays can bring added stress for children and sometimes cause behavioral problems. (text)

Dealing with Cancer during the Holidays -- Dealing with cancer is very stressful for families and the stress can be increased by the holidays. (text)

Alzheimer’s Disease -- About 4 million Americans suffer from Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia. (text)

Healthy Eating for the Holidays -- Holiday gatherings mean good times with family and friends, but for many, parties play havoc with good eating plans. (text)

Stroke -- Stroke is the usually associated with people in their senior years, but stroke often strikes younger people. (text)

Flu Shots For Seniors -- Influenza is more than just an inconvenience, especially for senior citizens. (text)

Children’s Hospital -- Pediatric health care services in south-central Illinois are enhanced through membership in a national children’s hospital organization. (text)

Diet and Cholesterol -- Cholesterol-lowering drugs are becoming so common that many people who need to reduce their cholesterol are turning to pills instead of diet. (text)

Lupus -- One in every two thousand Americans struggle with the often debilitating health effects of lupus. (text)

Women’s Health -- Women can help protect themselves from disease simply by doing physical exercise and eating a healthy diet. (text)

Prostate Cancer -- Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in men, but it can be successfully treated if caught early. (text)

Gynecologic Cancer -- Every hour, about ten women in the United States are diagnosed with a gynecologic cancer. (text)

Osteoporosis -- Osteoporosis, a crippling bone disease, affects 44 million Americans who are 50 years of age and over. (text)

School Immunizations -- Staying current with recommended vaccines helps families protect their children from serious, life-threatening infections. (text)

Breastfeeding -- Breastfeeding ensures the best possible health, development and psychosocial outcomes for babies. (text)

Psoriasis -- Psoriasis is a common skin disorder that is viewed with concerns by many because of some misconceptions. But it is not contagious. (text)

Alcoholism -- Physicians are being encouraged to do more to screen patients for heavy drinking and alcohol use disorders. (text)

Group B Strep Awareness -- The most common cause of a life-threatening infection in newborns is preventable, but most pregnant women have never heard of it. (text)

Whooping Cough Vaccine -- A new whooping cough booster vaccine, which could help older children has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration. (text)

Seniors and Hot Weather -- Senior citizens need to take special precautions to avoid overheating in hot weather. (text)