Us Government’s Drug Enforcement Ideology And Sometimes Labels Patients As Prescription Drug Abusers In Error

Dr Mark Estren
Presenter: Neal Howard
Guest: Mark J. Estren, Ph.D
Guest Bio: Mark J. Estren, Ph.D. earned doctorates in English and psychology at the University of Buffalo and a master’s degree in journalism from Columbia University, where he was first in his class. A Pulitzer-Prize winning journalist, Estren has held top-level positions at newspapers, magazines and in television for more than 30 years. His media credits include The Washington Post, Miami Herald, Philadelphia Inquirer, ABC and CBS News, PBS and other media. He was chosen by Fortune magazine as one of its “People to Watch.” Early in his career, Estren ran Financial News Network and was the editor and publisher of High Technology Business magazine.

Segment Overview
Dr. Mark Estren discusses the US government’s drug enforcement ideology and sometimes labels patients as prescription drug abusers in error.

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Prescribing Pain Meds And Drug Abuse Statistics

Dr Mark Estren
Presenter: Neal Howard
Guest: Mark J. Estren, Ph.D
Guest Bio: Mark J. Estren, Ph.D. earned doctorates in English and psychology at the University of Buffalo and a master’s degree in journalism from Columbia University, where he was first in his class. A Pulitzer-Prize winning journalist, Estren has held top-level positions at newspapers, magazines and in television for more than 30 years. His media credits include The Washington Post, Miami Herald, Philadelphia Inquirer, ABC and CBS News, PBS and other media. He was chosen by Fortune magazine as one of its “People to Watch.” Early in his career, Estren ran Financial News Network and was the editor and publisher of High Technology Business magazine.

Segment Overview
Dr. Mark Estren discusses the Affordable Care Act and how it will impact the prescribing of pain meds and impact drug abuse statistics.

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Abusing Prescription And Over-the-counter Medications

Dr Mark Estren
Presenter: Neal Howard
Guest: Mark J. Estren, Ph.D
Guest Bio: Mark J. Estren, Ph.D. earned doctorates in English and psychology at the University of Buffalo and a master’s degree in journalism from Columbia University, where he was first in his class. A Pulitzer-Prize winning journalist, Estren has held top-level positions at newspapers, magazines and in television for more than 30 years. His media credits include The Washington Post, Miami Herald, Philadelphia Inquirer, ABC and CBS News, PBS and other media. He was chosen by Fortune magazine as one of its “People to Watch.” Early in his career, Estren ran Financial News Network and was the editor and publisher of High Technology Business magazine.

Segment Overview
Dr. Mark Estren discusses how law enforcement and government entities define what drug abuser is and who is abusing prescription and over-the-counter medications.

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Help Your Kids Eat Healthy!

Karen Leonetti
Presenter: Neal Howard
Guest: Karen Leonetti
Guest Bio: Karen Leonetti holds child development associate and child development specialist degrees. An educator for 20 years, she ran the only 100 percent green, organic school in Florida for 17 years. She has extensively researched healing through diet and alternative therapies. Her children’s book, Yummy, tummy, Rainbow Garden is designed to get kids excited about healthy foods.

Segment Overview
Karen Leonetti discusses her reason for writing her book “Yummy, Tummy, Rainbow Garden” and how it is designed to help kids eat healthier.

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The Health News – 05 February 2014

Overview

  • A report by the Australian Humans Rights Commission, to be released shortly, finds that discrimination against the disabled is rife within our justice system.
  • The NSW southern highlands council of Wingecarribee has stopped all childhood vaccinations for February due to the state government’s withdrawal of indemnity insurance.
  • The Therapeutic Goods Administration has said that last year at least 43 children under the age of 5 were given a flu vaccine banned for young children because it can cause fever, vomiting and convulsions.
  • In WA, the Country Health Service will call for new tenders for the Esperance interim healthcare facility, after negotiations with a potential partner crumbled.
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What Is Statins?

Dr Mark Estren
Presenter: Neal Howard
Guest: Dr Mark Estren
Guest Bio: Mark J. Estren, Ph.D. earned doctorates in English and psychology at the University of Buffalo and a master’s degree in journalism from Columbia University, where he was first in his class. A Pulitzer-Prize winning journalist, Estren has held top-level positions at newspapers, magazines and in television for more than 30 years. His media credits include The Washington Post, Miami Herald, Philadelphia Inquirer, ABC and CBS News, PBS and other media. He was chosen by Fortune magazine as one of its “People to Watch.” Early in his career, Estren ran Financial News Network and was the editor and publisher of High Technology Business magazine.

Segment Overview
Dr. Mark Estren discusses the reasons that Statin use is so popular despite the side-effects and controversy surrounding their use. Also touched on is more about specific side-effects involved.

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Statin: Its Side-effects And Controversy About Their Use

Dr Mark Estren
Presenter: Neal Howard
Guest: Dr Mark Estren
Guest Bio: Mark J. Estren, Ph.D. earned doctorates in English and psychology at the University of Buffalo and a master’s degree in journalism from Columbia University, where he was first in his class. A Pulitzer-Prize winning journalist, Estren has held top-level positions at newspapers, magazines and in television for more than 30 years. His media credits include The Washington Post, Miami Herald, Philadelphia Inquirer, ABC and CBS News, PBS and other media. He was chosen by Fortune magazine as one of its “People to Watch.” Early in his career, Estren ran Financial News Network and was the editor and publisher of High Technology Business magazine.

Segment Overview
Dr. Mark Estren discusses the reasons that Statin use is so popular despite the side-effects and controversy surrounding their use. Also touched on is more about specific side-effects involved.

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“Statins: Miraculous Or Misguided?”

Dr Mark Estren
Presenter: Neal Howard
Guest: Dr Mark Estren
Guest Bio: Mark J. Estren, Ph.D. earned doctorates in English and psychology at the University of Buffalo and a master’s degree in journalism from Columbia University, where he was first in his class. A Pulitzer-Prize winning journalist, Estren has held top-level positions at newspapers, magazines and in television for more than 30 years. His media credits include The Washington Post, Miami Herald, Philadelphia Inquirer, ABC and CBS News, PBS and other media. He was chosen by Fortune magazine as one of its “People to Watch.” Early in his career, Estren ran Financial News Network and was the editor and publisher of High Technology Business magazine.

Segment Overview
Dr. Mark Estren discusses his reasons for sharing his research of Statins by publishing his book “STATINS: Miraculous or Misguided?”

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“Quit Smoking For Life: A Simple, Proven 5 Step Plan” And The Difficulty Involved In Giving Up Nicotine.

Suzanne Schlosberg
Presenter: Neal Howard
Guest: Suzanne Schlosberg
Guest Bio: Suzanne Schlosberg is a Health Journalist and has authored or co-authored several books including “Quit Smoking for Life: A simple, Proven 5 Step Plan.

Segment Overview
Suzanne Schlosberg discusses her book “Quit Smoking for Life: A Simple, Proven 5 Step Plan” and the difficulty involved in giving up nicotine.

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The Health News – 04 February 2014

Overview

  • Australia’s Human Rights Commission will conduct an enquiry into children in immigration detention and its effects on them.
  • In Victoria, talks between paramedics and the State Government over an ongoing pay dispute have broken down.
  • Uncertainty remains about the eligibility criteria for the impending National Disability Insurance Scheme and how assessments will be conducted. A symposium organised by Griffith University yesterday in Brisbane discussed how the scheme will be enacted.
  • A South Australian Government move to increase funds available to the Patients Assistance Transport Scheme is receiving widespread commendation.
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