July is Sarcoma and Bone Cancer Awareness Month, shining a light on a group of rare cancers that many Americans have never even heard of, despite thousands of people being diagnosed every year.   I spoke with Raymond Rodriguez-Torres, Chairman of the Live Like Bella Childhood Cancer Foundation

 

AND, as we approach the 25th anniversary of the September 11th attacks, we're reminded that for many people, the health effects of that day are still unfolding. Dr. Leigh Wilson, Medical Director, NYC Health + Hospitals WTC Health Program Clinical Center of Excellence explained why and told me about where they could get help.

Each week, Manny Munoz discusses important national topics with experts, newsmakers, and organizations working to make a positive difference in communities across the country.

Each week Ryan Gorman discusses important national topics with experts, newsmakers, and organizations working to make a positive difference in communities across the country.

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Bone Cancer and Sept. 11th

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For years, doctors have warned that antibiotic resistance is one of the greatest public health threats of our time. Now, as home medical kits containing prescription antibiotics become more widely marketed, Dr. Peter Papadakos , Professor of Anesthesiology and Critical Care at the University of Rochester, is concerned about their dangers to an unknowing public.

 

AND, August is Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awareness Month, and while SMA was once considered one of the most devastating genetic diseases affecting children, the last decade has brought remarkable breakthroughs. Jamie Gibson, Chief Development Officer at CureSMA.Org discussed it with me.

Health Kits and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awareness Month

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For thousands of veterans in our country, the toughest battle doesn't end when they leave the military — it continues as they transition back into civilian life and the workplace.   I discussed the issues affecting Veterans in the workplace, with Shannon Walker, CEO of Northwest Battle Buddies

AND there are few things better on a hot summer day than an ice-cold beer.  And it just so happens that August is International Beer Month.  Dr. Malcolm Purinton, Beer and World History scholar at Northeastern University, told me about the history of Brewskis.

 

Northwest Battle Buddies and BEER

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Prostate cancer remains one of the most common cancers affecting men.  The good news is that screening, diagnosis, and treatment have all advanced significantly in recent years. 

Gina Carithers, CEO of the Prostate Cancer Foundation told me where we’re still failing.

AND, already this year, 12 children in the United States have died after being left in or becoming trapped inside hot cars. Laura Dunn, Senior Safety Specialist with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, explained how it happens and how we can prevent a tragedy.

 

Highway Safety and Prostate Cancer

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Bone Cancer and Sept. 11th

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