The Body Show

Muscle and joint pains are common as we age, but when does it turn into arthritis? What can be done to prevent having to take a lot of pain pills all the time? Are there newer treatments available for things like back pain? Talking with an expert about the latest in the diagnosis and treatment of joint pains and arthritis.

Can what you eat actually affect how your brain functions? What are the best foods if you've been diagnosed with Parkinson's, Alzheimer's or multiple sclerosis?

Diabetes it's not just about the sugar anymore. Diabetes is a risk factor for strokes, kidney problems, vision loss and more. This afternoon on The Body Show, a talk with an expert about the latest in diabetes care and how controlling sugars is just the beginning.

Do you ever find yourself so congested that you can't breathe out of your nose or even smell well? It could be a sign of a minor problem or something serious that needs medical treatment right away. Today on The Body Show, talking with an expert about the signs and symptoms of sinus disease and what to do to treat it for good.

Do you remember what you ate for dinner last week probably not but what if you couldn't remember what happened today? Alzheimer's is a devastating disease that steals memories from those who have it. Today on The Body Show, Dr. Kathy Kozak talks with an expert about the best way to deal with this type of dementia and how it can affect all of us.

November is Epilepsy Awareness Month and most people may not realize that this is the fourth most common neurologic problem and can be scary if anyone has ever witnessed someone having a seizure. We’ll be talking with a panel of experts about the common misperceptions about epilepsy and also reviewing the facts.

One of the best ways to stay healthy is keep moving. But what can you do when your knees, hips, ankles, or back are stiff in pain, even when all you did was get out of bed in the morning? Today on The Body Show, talking with an expert about the latest in joint care, injections, supplements, and more.

Women are often the last ones in a family to take care of their own health needs. Today on The Body Show, a talk with Dr. Aya Sultan from Honu Women’s Health about the importance of vaginal health, timely gynecologic care, and the latest in keeping women's bodies healthy at any age.

On this episode of The Body Show we’ll discuss flexibility and resilience with Dr. David Hunnicutt. 5pm on HPR-2.

We all want to be as healthy as possible throughout our lives. What are some simple tools to keep our bodies and minds as active as possible? Today on the Body Show: Talking to an aging expert. How to be strong physically and mentally at every age.

Prostate cancer screening has become a bit of a controversy lately, with concerns about too much testing leading to unnecessary procedures. Join Dr. Kathleen Kozak on The Body Show with a panel of experts as they explore the latest recommendations for the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer in men.

What happens when Grandma doesn't remember things so well anymore? If Grandpa is having problems with his medication, could he be having problems paying the bills and handling finances too? Going over medical and legal definition of capacity and what to do if somebody doesn't seem to have it.

Tonight on the Body Show we'll be taking a look at the causes of thyroid cancer, steps for prevention and options for treatment if you are diagnosed.

Back and neck pain are some of the most common reasons people see their doctor. But when is it serious enough to require surgery and why is that often considered the last resort? Today on the Body Show, talking with an expert about the basics for back care.

You work on your diet, exercise when you can... yet you can’t lose those extra pounds. Could stress be the culprit? Talking about the mind, body, food connection and how to fix it when things go awry.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease is the third leading cause of death in the U.S. It can make you feel like you’re breathing through a straw. What are the risk factors and how can you know if you have it? How can you or a loved one suffering from this pulmonary disease know if you have it? And does early intervention help?

With school back in session kids are once again in the classroom, which can be a petri dish for spreading infections. How do we keep germs out of the curriculum this year? Tonight on the Body Show Dr. Kathy Kozak will discuss what parents can do to keep kids healthy in school.

What to do when a cut doesn't heal? Even minor cuts can a become serious issue if they become infected. With the rise of drug-resistant infections, preventing those infections more important than ever.

What happens when doctors get sick? Are they really the worst patients? Do they just diagnose themselves? Today on the Body Show, Dr. Kathy Kozak talks with the other Dr. Kozak, her brother Bill, about his journey from doctor to patient and back, and how seeing their job from the other side can affect their customer service.

How important is prenatal care mothers and babies? Tonight on The Body Show we'll go over some of the many factors that influence health of a newborn and limit complications during pregnancy.

Anger takes many forms. Sometimes aggressive, sometimes silent, but rarely ignored. How can the destructive force of anger be turned into an opportunity for healing? This episode, we’ll talk with author Dr. Bernard Golden and expert Dr. Martin Johnson about anger management – and learn some strategies to help all of us manage the not-so-minor-annoyances that can push us over the edge.

Kidney failure, it's caused most commonly by diabetes and high blood pressure, and results in dialysis, or for a lucky few, transplantation.

Many modern medications trace their roots back to plants, but we have yet to fully tap into all the potential nature has to offer. We'll talk with a naturopathic physician about how different approaches to medicine can work together to improve overall care.

Today on The Body Show, a look at what goes on in your stomach. Irritable bowel disease is something that will affect an individual regardless of diet and sometimes treatment. We'll take a look at the latest in diagnosis and treatments.

Medical mistakes can happen to anyone. But there are unique design elements that can be incorporated into doctor offices or hospitals to reduce medical errors. Talking about evidence based design in architecture.