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Health Videos
HEALTHCALL
WITH KAREN HASBY
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - AIDS and Kids (1996)
1/2 hour
program - How do we educate and protect children from AIDS?
This is a concern that has led to numerous controversial questions.
Should teens be tested for AIDS? What roles do condom distribution
and safe sex counseling play in AIDS education? These and
other questions are examined. Additionally, we meet a man
who, as a teen, contracted the disease through heterosexual
contact, and we discuss his perspective on these issues.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Allergies (1995)
1/2 hour
program - For many people, allergies can turn an appreciation
for nature into a misery. Allergies can disrupt an individual's
personal life as well as this nation's worker productivity
and work-time. This program looks at the crisis of allergies,
focusing primarily on seasonal allergic rhinitis (also known
as "Hay Fever"). The episode also discusses preventive
tips and treatment options while profiling a sample patient
with multiple allergies. Finally, the program includes an
interview with Professor Walter Jinotti, who invented a pollen
count device.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Anti-Smoking and Teens (1996)
1/2 hour
program - Throughout the nation, the use of cigarettes seems
to be in steady decline. But among young people, cigarette
use is reaching new heights. A panel of guests looks at this
issue and at the efforts being made to reduce the access and
sale of cigarettes. As the same time they discuss the medical
and social implications of smoking. Finally, HealthCall with
Karen Hasby hits the street to 'sting' a group of vendors
making illegal sales of cigarettes to minors.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Asthma (1996)
1/2 hour
program - Asthma, for many Americans, can ruin what would
otherwise be a vibrant, active time of year. HealthCall with
Karen Hasby reviews, with a panel of experts, some of the
latest advances in combating asthma. Additionally the program
looks at how to control asthma in children, and talks with
one mother about how she cares for her asthmatic son.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Attention Deficit Disorder (1996)
1/2 hour
program - Is Attention Deficit Disorder (A.D.D.) a real disorder
or simply a behavioral problem? The controversy over this
disorder and the treatment options, such as the use of Ritalin,
are discussed in this program. Host Karen Hasby talks with
a pediatrician, a psychologist and a student advocate about
how A.D.D. can affect the education of young children, Additionally,
the program looks at how A.D.D. may continue into adulthood
and affect the daily life of an otherwise average adult.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Back Pain (1995)
1/2 hour
program - This program looks at the possible causes of back
pain while, at the same time, looking at the full spectrum
of treatments--from simple bed rest to surgical intervention.
The episode introduces the story of one back pain sufferer
and suggests reasons why back pain is sometimes difficult
to diagnose and treat.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Birth Control Options (1995)
1/2 hour
program - This program reviews current medical opinions on
various forms of birth control. From 'the Pill' to the IUD,
to newer contraceptives like "Norplant" the discussion
in this program includes information on the various medical
forms of birth control. Additionally, this episode examines
natural family planning, a non-medical method of birth control.
Finally, the program looks at the need for firth control by
identifying overpopulation as a worldwide social and political
question. Interviews include a counselor at Planned Parenthood
and a Catholic couple who teach the Natural Family Planning
Method.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Brain Attack (1996)
1/2 hour
program - In this episode, taped before a live studio audience,
host Karen Hasby looks at the causes, treatments and prevention
of strokes. Studio guests discuss how rehabilitation can help
in recovery. In addition, we meet a man who had a stroke at
the age of 38 and is now back at work after rehabilitation.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - The Changing Face of AIDS (1996)
1/2 hour
program - For over 10 years now, AZT was the only drug available
for an HIV positive person to reduce the effects of the virus.
But now, after years of research, we are entering an age where
many new FDA-approved drugs have become available. Known as
"Protease Inhibitors," these drugs offer the possibility
of increasing the life expectancy of someone with HIV; however,
the monetary cost of these new drugs may be too high. HealthCall
with Karen Hasby looks at the attributes of these new drugs
and examines the cost factor for people with HIV.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Choices and Answers (1996)
1/2 hour
program - This program discusses the latest medical advances
for infertile couples, and looks at some methods, like relaxation
techniques, which couples can use to cope with the stress
of trying to conceive a child. Viewers will meet two women
who are trying to conceive, and talk about how they cope with
the trials of infertility.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Chronic Headaches (1994)
1/2 hour
program - This program focuses on migraine and cluster-type
headaches through the experiences of a school teacher who
has suffered from migraines for eight years. The teacher explains
what a migraine headache is like and how certain medicines
have helped her to maintain her career and family life. Finally,
the program looks at comparisons made between various drugs
prescribed for chronic headaches.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Dying with Dignity (1996)
1/2 hour
program - One of the hardest aspects of life to cope with
is death. Caring for a dying relative can be especially hard.
HealthCall with Karen Hasby looks at the issue of dying with
dignity by talking with a gerontologist, a hospice worker
and an attorney. Among the topics discussed is the emotional
impact on a family from the death of a relative and the ways
that family members can cope with loss. The program also features
a special topical vignette performed by the C.C. and Company
Theatre Group.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Eating Disorders (1995)
1/2 hour
program - This episode of HealthCall with Karen Hasby discusses
three types of eating disorders: compulsive overeating, anorexia
nervosa, and bulimia nervosa. The program focuses primarily
on anorexia by talking with a woman who suffered from the
disorder and now helps others with the same problem.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Elder Care (1994)
1/2
hour program - The issues surrounding the care of elderly
relatives, which existed when our grandparents took care of
their aging family members, have changed drastically. This
program discusses current issues regarding elder care in New
Jersey such as: housing, medications, safety, companionship
and assisted-living facilities. Additionally, the Mental Health
Players, a New Jersey-based performing arts group, presents
several skits to address the social/medical issues of elder
care in New Jersey.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Eye Health (1996)
1/2 hour
program - In this program, taped before a live studio audience,
host Karen Hasby discusses the prevention, early diagnosis
and treatment of eye disorders, such as glaucoma, cataracts
and near-sightedness with ophthalmologists and eye surgeons.
The program will also present some of the latest technology
to help correct vision problems and create healthy eyesight.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Gender and Alcohol (1994)
1/2 hour
program - This program looks at the way alcohol abuse affects
men and women differently, specifically focusing on how it
affects women. To that end, addiction experts and a recently
recovered alcoholic mother of three explain what barriers
exist for women alcoholics seeking treatment. Additionally,
they discuss new treatment techniques.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Genetic Testing (1995)
1/2 hour
program - Nearly two centuries ago Mary Shelley wrote a novel
which examined the important medical issue: a doctor's right
to play God. One hundred and seventy-eight years later, that
issue is still at the forefront of the medical community in
the topics of genetic testing and genetic manipulation. This
program examines he controversy in testing genes for serious
adult-onset diseases like breast cancer, Huntington's Disease
and Alzheimer's, and looks at the dilemma of whether or not
we should know about our medical future.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Healthy Travel (1995)
1/2 hour
program - In a perfect world, one could travel and explore
the world's diverse cultures at the drop of a hat without
a thought to health care. But, in the real world, prevention
is the by-word to safe travel. This program highlights preventative
tips related to health, safety and international travel, specifically
discussing vaccinations, prescription drugs and health insurance.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Heart Healthy Kids (1996)
1/2 hour
program - A healthy heart. Most children start out with one,
but like many Americans, they may end up as adults with cardiovascular
disease because of a sedentary lifestyle, high-fat diet or
smoking. This program provides information on how to keep
your child's heart healthy through diet, exercise and smoking
prevention. The program also discusses ways to give kids heart-healthy
habits that will be with them for a lifetime. Finally, in
this episode we meet a pediatric cardiologist, a pediatric
nutritionist and a physician, who specializes in keeping kids
active, and talk about ways to keep kids healthy into adulthood.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Holistic Medicine (1996)
1/2 hour
program - Holistic Medicine is one of the current trends in
non-traditional medical treatment. This program discusses
the holistic approach to medicine by looking at the key areas
of treatment: the mind, the body and the spirit. Host Karen
Hasby talks with an osteopathic physician, a holistic psychotherapist,
and a spiritualist about the importance of holistic medicine,
as well as the success and validity of the treatments.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Long Term Care for the Elderly (1995)
1/2 hour
program - Modern Medicine has enabled humans to live longer
than ever before, but with that advancement comes a responsibility
to make an aging life livable. This program discusses options
for the care of elderly people--nursing homes, day care, and
home care. This program also looks at which option is best,
at the role of insurance companies, and at the costs involved.
Finally, the program looks at the rights of the elderly and
the common symptoms of aging. A must see program for anyone
facing choices on care for an elderly relative.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Looking Good After Breast Cancer (1996)
1/2 hour
program - Chemotherapy, radiation and surgery can have a harsh
effect on a woman's body as she fights breast cancer. For
many, the recovery can be as hard as the disease itself. This
program focuses on ways cancer survivors can look better through
breast reconstruction, prosthetics, wigs, hair pieces and
make-up. Taped before a live studio audience, host Karen Hasby
discusses the many different alternatives and choices that
one has to boost self-esteem - an important step in the recovery
process.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Managed Care (1996)
1/2 hour
program - This episode presents information and guidelines
on the various forms of managed care systems in a rapidly
changing health care system. Designed to help viewers in their
future health care decisions, the program also looks at HMOs
and how they will affect the quality of care in New Jersey.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Medically Underserved (1994)
1/2 hour
program - In a country as diverse and prosperous as the United
States, it is hard to believe that anyone should live without
proper health care. Many people, however, fall through the
cracks in the health care system. This program focuses on
the need for a "medical home" for all patients,
including those who cannot afford insurance. Additionally,
this episode interviews practitioners and patients at federal
and/or state-subsidized health clinics on how they feel about
emergency care as a substitute for primary care.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Menopause (1995)
1/2 hour
program - For many women, menopause is a stressful, traumatic
time filled with uncertainty. This episode of HealthCall with
Karen Hasby discusses the various symptoms that usually come
with menopause and tries to dispel some of the current myths
about menopause.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Nutrition (1995)
1/2 hour
program - The by-words for healthy living in the 90s are "low
fat." For example, when eating healthy, only 30% of your
total calories should be fat calories. This program features
a discussion on low-fat eating and goes on a grocery shopping
trip with an eye for low-fat foods. Finally, a high-fat, gourmet
food afficionado challenges our guest dietician to prepare
a low-fat, tasteful meal.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Occupational Health (1995)
1/2 hour
program - Does where you work make you sick? Not just tired
of the day-to-day hassles, but physically ill? This program
focuses on common illnesses and injuries that can occur at
the workplace, with suggestions for methods of prevention.
Additionally, HealthCall with Karen Hasby visits two different
work sites - a hospital and an airport - and learns of newer
strategies being implemented to help reduce risk of fatigue
and injury to employees.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Panic Disorder (1996)
1/2 hour
program - This program takes a look at panic disorder and
other anxiety-related problems, such as agoraphobia and obsessive/compulsive
disorder. Afraid of living their lives, thousands of Americans
are afflicted with panic disorder, characterized by a feeling
of dizziness, wooziness, fright and lack of control. This
condition can manifest itself in a number of ways and host
Karen Hasby talks with a psychiatrist, a psychologist and
a peer counselor to discuss the different approaches to this
problem.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Physical Conditioning (1995)
1/2 hour
program - No doubt about it, for most people, if you want
to get in shape or stay in shape, exercise is one of the key
ingredients. This program presents information on the benefits
of exercise. Additionally, the program looks at how much you
should exercise, and what people with different illnesses
should do to exercise. An excellent tape to watch if you want
to start shedding a few pounds, or if those pesky stairs leave
you breathing harder than they should.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Plastic Surgery (1996)
1/2 hour
program - Plastic surgery -- it's not just for the rich any
more. HealthCall with Karen Hasby goes to St. Peter's Hospital
in New Brunswick, to explore new techniques in plastic surgery,
including endoscopic face lifts. Also, we'll see an endoscopic
neck lift being performed to tighten a sagging neck. Finally,
Host Karen Hasby talks with a panel of experts about benefits,
risks and costs of plastic surgery.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Post Partum Depression (1995)
1/2 hour
program - The days following childbirth should be a happy
time for a mother. However, for many women, Post Partum Depression
ruins this time in their lives. This episode features counselors
and parents who have had experience with the Post Partum Depression
Disorder while looking at possible causes and treatment options
for this potentially tragic problem.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Seasonal Depression (1994)
1/2 hour
program - Winter can be a depressing time for many people,
whether due to the lack of sunlight or the holidays. In some
cases that depression is treatable. This program looks at
Seasonal Affective Disorders (SAD), clinical depression and
"holiday blues" and how modern medicine is treating
these ills. This episode also profiles one man who was affected
by SAD and shows how a unique type of therapy helped him improve
his emotional state.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Sickle Cell Anemia (1995)
1/2 hour
program - HealthCall with Karen Hasby reports on the outcome
of the "Multicenter Study of Hydroxyurea" sponsored
by the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute. Among the
findings revealed is the fact that the daily use of hydroxyurea
was found to reduce complications of sickle cell anemia by
50%.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Sleep Disorders (1994)
1/2 hour
program - Know anyone who snores constantly - or worse, loudly
- when asleep? He or she may very well be the victim of a
sleep disorder known as "sleep apnea," a potentially
fatal disorder which can cause the sleeper to simply stop
breathing. This program talks with a sleep disorder specialist
about how to diagnose and treat a variety of sleep disorders,
including sleep apnea. Additionally, a guest of the program
explains how his life has turned around since he was treated
for sleep apnea.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Smoking: Why You Should Stop (1995)
1/2 hour
program - Smoking is one of the most addictive habits facing
Americans today. HealthCall with Karen Hasby explains the
physical and psychological effects of cigarette smoking on
the user as well as looking at the effects of second-hand
smoke. Additionally, the program interviews individuals who
are attempting to quit smoking, either on their own or through
a support group.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Stress Management (1994)
1/2 hour
program - A look at a rising crisis in America - stress. Few
of us can get through our day without at least one stressful
situation, and this program features a discussion with a psychiatrist
on why people react differently to stress. In addition, the
program looks at ways in which individuals can better cope
with the stresses of everyday life.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Strong Medicine, Stronger Germs (1996)
1/2 hour
program - For the past few decades, the solution to many diseases
has included a healthy dose of antibiotics. That era though
is in danger of coming to an end as many common and previously
minor diseases have mutated to become immune to antibiotics.
This program looks at the overuse of antibiotics, and how
it will affect the medical community's ability to combat resistant
bacteria. Additionally, a family physician talks about patients
who insist on antibiotics despite the risk of overuse.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Teen Suicide & Teen Violence (1996)
1/2 hour
program - Our young people are being victimized by guns every
day, and in certain populations, murder is the number one
cause of death. HealthCall with Karen Hasby visits the Trauma
Center at UMDNJ in Newark, as we discuss violence as an important
health issue. For many teens, however, the true enemy is within
themselves and escaping that enemy can lead to desperate acts.
The program talks with a panel of guests about the issues
of teen suicide and teen violence and also talks to a live
audience of teens who share their opinions on these critical
issues.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Vitamins (1995)
1/2 hour
program - Most of us grew up with the notion that a daily
dose of vitamins would further our goal towards a healthy
lifestyle. As we approach the 21st century, that idea has
never been closer to correct. This program discusses antioxidant
vitamins (Vitamins A, C, & E) and their possible role
in the prevention of cancer and other diseases. In addition,
this episode looks at the importance of vitamins in maintaining
healthy body tissue and examines the Recommended Daily Allowance
guidelines for vitamins and minerals.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Winning the Losing Battle (1995)
1/2 hour
program - Millions of Americans begin diets every year, only
to break the diet or gain back any weight lost. But dieting
can be done scientifically and with a significant degree of
success. This episode looks at the scientific process of dieting
and examines ways in which people can successfully lose weight
and keep it off.
Price:
$19.95
HealthCall with
Karen Hasby - Women and Heart Disease (1994)
1/2 hour
program - HealthCall with Karen Hasby interviews Dr. Charles
Dennis, of the Deborah Heart and Lung center, to learn about
the key facts regarding heart disease and women. The discussion
focuses on the concerns of artery blockage, angioplasty, bypass
surgery and estrogen therapy. Additionally, the program interviews
a woman in her sixties who reveals how she felt before and
after having the balloon angioplasty procedure to reduce blockage
in one of her arteries.
Price:
$19.95
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