90.3 WCPN ideastream®: Tuesday Checkup

Tuesday Checkup: October 2007

New Rules for Nutritional Supplements
Originally aired Monday, October 1
The FDA has drawn up new rules that would provide more oversight to the nutritional supplement industry.

Impact of Shorter Work Week for Medical Residents
Originally aired Monday, October 8
This week we talk about some new studies on the impact of shorter work weeks for medical residents.

Success Rates
Originally aired Monday, October 15
Studies have verified this notion that higher surgical volumes lead to better outcomes.

Allergy Season is Here!
Originally aired Monday, October 22
Although it may not feel like fall, cold and allergy season is here.

The Growing Popularity of Energy Drinks
Originally aired Monday, October 29
The growing popularity of energy beverages is drawing the attention of doctors.

About the Tuesday Checkup

WCPN is collaborating with the Plain Dealer to bring listeners the latest health-related news from across our region. From The Cleveland Clinic, to MetroHealth Medical Center, to University Hospitals, there’s a lot going on in northeast Ohio when it comes to health care. The latest research, controversies, and ethical issues are all fair game.

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