Radio NewsLine FY 2007
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.
* Radio interviews generated by Illinois Information Service.

January • February • March • April • May • June • July • August • September • October • November • December • FY 2006

Fireworks Injuries -- Thousands of people go to hospital emergency rooms with injuries from fireworks each year.  Most of these injuries occur around the Fourth of July. (text)

Children’s Headaches -- Headaches are one of the top three reasons why children miss school, but can be prevented with correct diagnosis and therapy.  (text)

L. Stewart Massad, M.D., Obstetrics/ Gynecology

Osteoporosis -- Osteoporosis is a crippling bone disease that affects 10 million Americans who are age 50 years and over. (text)

XDR-TB -- A rare strain of tuberculosis in the U.S. puts an individual in quarantine and causes much public concern.(text)

Children Dealing with Trauma -- Tragic situations dominating the news can cause emotional trauma for children. (text)

Stroke -- Each year about 600,000 people in the U. S. have a stroke and every three minutes someone dies of stroke. (text)

Asthma -- Asthma is one of the country’s most common and costly diseases.  It affects both children and adults. (text)

Teen drinking -- Alcohol is the most heavily abused substance by underage drinkers, reports the U.S. Surgeon General. (text)

Head and Neck Cancer -- Approximately 45,000 Americans are diagnosed with cancer of the head and neck area each year. (text)  

Elderly Falls -- Falls are one of the leading causes of death and injury among the elderly, but preventative measures can help eliminate many falls. (text)

Pancreatic cancer -- Fizzy drinks and sugars may contribute to pancreatic cancer, which is the fourth leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. (text)

Poison Prevention -- Each year, nearly 85,000 young children visit U.S. hospital emergency rooms because of unintentional poisonings. (text)

Match -- Senior medical students from SIU Med School matched with some of the most competitive residency training programs in the country again this year. (text)

Colorectal Cancer -- Colorectal cancer is the second leading cancer killer in the U.S., but it can be prevented. (text)

Thyroid Disorders -- Thyroid disease is a fact of life for 27 million Americans and more than half of those people remain undiagnosed. (text)

Social Isolation -- Social isolation and loneliness in children can lead to poor psychological and physical health later in their adult years. (text)

GERD -- Many people suffer from heartburn or indigestion on a regular basis, and some do not seek treatment. (text)

Lung Cancer Screening -- A new screening for lung cancer can save lives by finding small tumors that are curable. (text)

Children’s Playtime -- Today’s children are more stressed than ever before. (text)

Flu shots for seniors -- Influenza is more than just an inconvenience, especially for senior citizens. (text)

Breast Cancer -- Breast cancer is the leading cancer for both white and African-American women, but early detection is the key to overcoming the disease. (text)

Lupus -- One of every 200 Americans struggle with the often debilitating health effects of lupus. (text)

Drug Usage -- Drug use in the U.S. is declining among teenagers, while baby boomers' drug use is increasing. (text)

Osteoporosis -- Osteoporosis is a crippling bone disease that affects 10 million Americans age 50 years and over. (text)

Healthy Aging -- Americans are now living longer. For many seniors, the keys are maintaining a healthy lifestyle and taking preventative measures. (text)

Childhood Cancer -- A diagnosis of childhood cancer is far from being a death sentence. Because of improved treatment methods, today most young patients survive and lead normal lives. (text)

Cholesterol Education -- High blood cholesterol can increase a person’s risk for coronary heart disease, but a few lifestyle changes can lower the cholesterol reading and improve health. (text)

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

School Immunizations -- Staying up-to-date on the recommended vaccines helps families protect their children from serious, life-threatening infections. (text)

Breastfeeding -- New parents want to give their babies the very best. When it comes to nutrition, the best first food for babies is breast milk. (text)

Stuttering -- Parents should not panic if their preschool child is stuttering. It can be overcome with medical attention or therapy. (text)

Foodborne Illness -- Summer is the time for outdoor picnics and barbeques, but unless precautions are taken, the results could be foodborne illness. (text)

Teen Depression -- Teenagers who are involved in risky behaviors are more likely to suffer from depression. (text)

Heartburn -- Putting on extra pounds can increase the risk of heartburn. (text)