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Thu, Feb 2 2012
Radon
Radon is the number two cause of lung cancer in the United States. You can't see it, smell it, or taste it. But is it in your home?
Mon, Jan 30 2012
Oregon Health Insurance Exchange
When will Oregonians be able to use an state sponsored online site to compare health insurance plans? How valuable will the information be?
Wed, Jan 25 2012
Health System Transformation
The state has been working to transform the way it delivers health care. We'll ask, how's it going?
Fri, Jan 13 2012
Cryptosporidium
Water Bureau officials say there is no public health threat from trace amounts of the parasite cyptosporidium found in Portland water. But what does it mean for Bull Run's clean water variance?
Fri, Jan 6 2012
End of Life Decisions
A new study looks at Oregon's registry for people who have made decisions ahead of time about what kind of medical treatment they want at the end of their lives.
Wed, Dec 28 2011
fathermothergod
Lucia Greenhouse, the author of fathermothergod, joined us in October to talk about her experience growing up in a Christian Science household. We'll rebroadcast part of that conversation today. To hear the rest of it click here.
Tue, Dec 20 2011
Inequality: HIV/AIDS
As part of our ongoing inequality series, we look at the differences in diagnosis and treatment of HIV/AIDS in different populations.
Wed, Dec 14 2011
National Cell Phone Ban?
The National Transportation Safety Board is recommending that all states pass complete bans on using phones and other electronic devices while driving. We'll find out why — and get reaction to the recommendation.
Tue, Oct 18 2011
Turning Away Patients for Refusing Vaccines
There is a growing trend among some pediatricians to turn away families who refuse to vaccinate their kids.
Tue, Oct 4 2011
Biomass Power in Vancouver?
What's at stake in the decision on whether or not to allow a biomass power plant in Vancouver?
Wed, Sep 28 2011
Should All Midwives Be Licensed?
Should it be mandatory for all midwives in Oregon to be licensed in order to practice? The question is dividing the midwifery community — we want to know what you think. What's your experience?
Wed, Sep 21 2011
Health Engagement Model Controversy
State workers are encouraged to sign up for a Health Engagement Model (HEM) as part of their new health insurance plan — but some union members have strong objections to it.
Thu, Sep 15 2011
Origins of Disease
An international conference on the developmental origins of disease will be held in Portland this year. The founder of the research field, David Barker, is on the faculty at OHSU. He'll talk to us about his work.
Thu, Sep 1 2011
Rebroadcast: Troubled Teens
A whole industry has developed to help troubled teens. In this rebroacast, you'll hear about some of those in the business — from transport companies to consultants.
Wed, Aug 17 2011
Methadone Realities
Most people know of methadone as a treatment for heroin addiction. Its uses have broadened and a black market has followed. Last year in Oregon, it claimed more lives than heroin.
Fri, Jul 22 2011
Dispensing with Dispensaries
"Pot clubs" in Oregon are closing their doors after receiving strongly worded letters from the U.S. Attorney.
Mon, Jun 27 2011
Health Insurance Exchange
Now that Oregon lawmakers have passed a bill to establish a Health Insurance Exchange, what happens next to make it a reality?
Mon, Jun 27 2011
Living Without Health Insurance
What is it like to live without health insurance?
Fri, Jun 24 2011
Bill Blocks New Hookah Bars
If signed into law, a bill that just passed in the Legislature would prevent new hookah lounges from opening in the state. How would this affect you?
Thu, Jun 16 2011
Breast Milk Banking
Experts say that breast milk is best for babies. If a mother cannot provide breast milk, are there safe and comparable options?
Tue, Jun 7 2011
Employee Benefits
Mayor Sam Adams wants to expand health benefits for city employees to include sex reassignment surgery. How do employers decide what should be covered by their health plans?
Wed, Jun 1 2011
Oregon Insurer Raising Rates
Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon wants to raise their rates 22%. The public will have a chance to weigh in this week.
Tue, Apr 26 2011
What's in Our Cows?
The USDA tested cows around the country last year and found illegally high levels of antibiotics and other drugs. What questions does this raise for you?
Wed, Apr 6 2011
County Health Rankings
Where are the healthiest counties in Oregon?
Wed, Apr 6 2011
Rural Emergency
How do ambulance companies operate sustainable businesses in rural areas of the state?
Tue, Apr 5 2011
Got Radioactive Milk?
Radiation leaks from a nuclear power station in Japan after the recent earthquake and tsunami have left many questions and concerns here in the Northwest.
Tue, Mar 22 2011
Health Care Changes
How is health care changing in Oregon?
Wed, Feb 16 2011
Behind the Scenes: Medicine
To examine how health care reform is impacting what medical residents need to learn.
Tue, Jan 4 2011
Toxic Water?
A look at a new study of hexavalent chromium and US city drinking water.
Tue, Sep 21 2010
The Forefront of Cardiology
How one man changed the course of medical history.
Wed, Aug 11 2010
Sizing Up Your Genes
How is the business of direct-to-consumer genetic testing changing the field of medicine and the way we live our lives?
Tue, Jul 27 2010
Midwifery Controversy
Should a woman be able to use a midwife for the delivery of a baby if she has previously had a caesarian or if she is delivering a twin or breech baby?
Mon, Jun 7 2010
Farmers Market Economy
What are the politics of farmers' markets?
Tue, May 25 2010
Challenges for the National Guard
What are the specific challenges of being in the National Guard?
Wed, Feb 17 2010
No More Asperger's?
Should Asperger's syndrome be diagnosed separately from autism?
Wed, Jan 20 2010
What is Informed Consent?
Who should be able to refuse medical care?
Wed, Dec 23 2009
RX: Health Care by Christmas?
What's next for the health care bill as it moves through Congress?
Mon, Oct 26 2009
Rx: Medicare Reimbursement
How do low Medicare reimbursement rates affect healthcare in Oregon? How will that care change if the rates go up?
Tue, Oct 13 2009
Rx: Individual Mandates
Should the government be able to require you to purchase health insurance?
Mon, Aug 17 2009
Stimulus Money
How is Oregon using federal stimulus money?
Thu, Jul 23 2009
Is Obama-Mania Over?
Is Obama leading as you hoped?
Thu, Apr 16 2009
Paying for Family Leave
Should family leave be paid?
Mon, Apr 6 2009
Dishing Out Dollars
How is Oregon spending federal stimulus money?
Fri, Aug 22 2008
Are You Gonna Swim In That?
Just how safe is the Willamette?
Fri, Aug 15 2008
Olympic Trials and Tribulations
Is the sacrifice it takes to be an Olympic athlete worth it?
Thu, Aug 7 2008
As We Are: Obese People
What does it feel like to live inside an obese body?
