WBZ NEWSRADIO 1030 - Medical Minutes

Medical Minutes Podcast

Every weekday at 11:41am, and weekends at 10:40am and 11:40am Dr. Murray Feingold delivers the latest in health-related news and information.

About Medical Minutes

Every weekday at 11:41am, and weekends at 10:40am and 11:40am Dr. Murray Feingold delivers the latest in health-related news and information. Dr. Feingold is a local health care professional affiliated with St. Elizabeth�s Medical Center.

Marital Disharmony
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about sports and the Internet.

Telemedicine
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about this growing practice.

Acetaminophen
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about the side affects of acetaminophen.

Women and Chest Pain
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says women don't always get the same treatment as men.

Vitamin D
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold explains its importance.

NFL Linebackers
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold takes a look at their health.

Computers
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says computers cause a lot of stress.

Erythema Ab Igne
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold describes this rash, usually associated with laptop use.

Meralgia Paresthetica
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about this tingling thigh syndrome.

Dangerous to Your Health
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about dangers in life.

Whooping Cough
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says whooping cough is making a comeback.

Falls
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says falls can be fatal.

A Parent's Diet
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says what parents eat has very little impact on what children eat.

Arthritis
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about arthritis' relationship to heart disease.

Persistent Insomnia
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold describes treatment.

Hearing Loss and Music
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says higher decibel levels are dangerous for all.

Hot Dogs
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says hot dogs may be less healthy than burgers.

Compulsive Hoarding Syndrome
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says it's a lot like OCD.

Cheerios
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says that the FDA is cracking down on Cheerio's claims.

Coping with Death
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about different ways of expressing grief.

Sweating
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about this important process.

Finding a New Doctor
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about Zagat.

Hospitalists
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about this position.

Salt and High Blood Pressure
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about their correlation.

Head of Household
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says grandparents are primary caregivers in a lot of homes.

The Flu
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about flu epidemics.

Canker Sores
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about a new treatment for canker sores.

Household Dangers
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about glass tables.

Bunions
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says surgery may be necessary.

Social Networking
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold explores the world of My Space and more.

Covering Your Cough
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about different methods for covering your cough.

Medical Stigmas
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about stigmas attached to some diseases.

Psoriasis
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about this skin condition.

Children and Cars
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about car safety and children.

Benefits of a Pooch
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says having a dog may benefit your health.

Work Related Ailments
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says women in the workplace are catching up with men as far as ailments are concerned.

Sudden Death
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about the most common causes of sudden death.

Medical Studies
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says some medical studies need more studying.

Move-a-phobia
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about the fear of change, or moving.

Religion and Serious Illness
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold takes a look at religion and serious illness.

Cruciferous Vegetables
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about these healthy veggies.

Melanoma
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about skin cancer.

Decreased Heart Attack Death
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says the numbers have dropped.

Cyberchondriac
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about surfing the Internet for medical info.

Cell Phones vs. Passengers
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold studies talking on cell phones while driving versus talking with passengers.

Today's Music
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about lyrics.

Music and CPR
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says music may help you keep the rhythm of CPR and other things.

Video Games
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold takes a look at today's video games.

Kidney Transplants
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold has some statistics.

Grey Hair
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold unravels the mystery.

Head Injuries
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold takes a look at head trauma.

Maggots
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about the use of maggots in medicine.

Fat Necks
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold takes a look at heart disease indicators.

Chondroitin Sulfate and Glucosamine
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about chondroitin sulfate and glucosamine.

Resting Heart Rates
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold takes a look at resting heart rates.

Thoracic Surgical Errors
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold takes a look at what's happening on the table.

Wheezing
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about childhood wheezing.

Child Stimulation
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about the best ways to stimulate your children.

Child Endangerment
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about one specific case.

Vitamins
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold takes a look at vitamins.

Instant Communication
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold takes a look at cell phone use.

Catching Falling Objects
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about the art of catching falling objects.

Discipline
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says it's not always the grandparents responsibility.

Excercise
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about the benefits of excercise.

Zagat
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says Zagat now includes doctor ratings.

Private Practice
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says private practice may be disappearing.

Affection
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says affection needs to carry through to adulthood.

Severe Back Pain
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about proper treatment.

Defensive Medicine
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold explains defensive medicine.

Military Injuries
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about the ailments of soldiers.

Diabetes
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about diabetes.

Cell Phone Chatter
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold gives you a jingle.

Kidney Donation
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about the kidney donation process.

Patient Prognosis
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold questions what the right information is to share with families.

Med Flights
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about med flights.

Infant Death
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about accidental death of infants.

Obvious Studies
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about the impact the common cold has on life.

Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about the inappropriate use of the above.

Darvon
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about the possible ban of Darvocet.

Embryo Implantation
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold takes a look at the decision process involved.

Economy Stress
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about this worry and anxiety.

C-Reactive Protein
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold explains an association between high cholesterol and heart disease.

Hip Replacement
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about hip replacement surgery.

Pregnancy and Physical Activity
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says recommendations have changed.

Multiple Sclerosis
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about this autoimmune condition.

Vitiligo
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about this condition.

The Wii
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says the Wii has its benefits and disadvantages.

Childhood Obesity
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about the recent emphasis on childhood obesity.

Friends
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about friends.

Hot Flashes
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold has information regarding hot flashes.

Weight Loss
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold focus' on temptation.

The Economy
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says the economy is taking it's toll everywhere.

The Petting Zoo
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold explains the health hazards.

Ear Wax
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about treatments for ear wax blockage.

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John Henry's wedding causes a stir

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Woman killed, 3 seriously injured in Cape crash

Blue Angels Boston flyover cancelled

Rt. 93 accident causes traffic mess

Latest crash involving elderly driver sends woman to hospital

Hanover man held in girl's kidnapping, attempted rape

Dozens of Boston firefighters race to retire

5th Annual Boston Navy Week Activities

"T" union calls for change in cellphone rules

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Turnpike insiders get a free ride

Boston seafood supplier recalls tuna steaks

Medical examiner: Pitchman Mays had heart disease

2 Fatal crashes on MA hghways

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Fox killed after attacking woman, rescuer

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Delays at Logan

City union approves wage freeze

Claire C. from Newton Center, MA

Blue Angels Boston flyover cancelled

Markoff's fiancee issues new statement

Rt. 93 accident causes traffic mess

Hannaford warns of recalled beef

Anthony Silva

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MA assigns more civilian traffic flaggers

Toll hike scrapped; Gov. signs budget

Woman killed, 3 seriously injured in Cape crash

Lawmakers hear impassioned plea to test elderly drivers

TODAY'S TOP STORIES

Preparing for the Fourth
The stage is set at the Hatch Shell along the Charles River for Boston Pops conductor Keith Lockhart and Neil Diamond for the big Fourth of July concert.

Keith Lockhart talks with WBZ's Laurie Kirby:

Celebrate the Fourth of July with WBZ!
WBZ NewsRadio 1030 will once again broadcast the July 4th concert on the Esplanade along the banks of the Charles River.

Things you should know before heading to the Hub on the Fourth
The City of Boston is strongly urging people traveling to the Esplanade on the Fourth of July, to take the MBTA. The T will offer increased bus, rail and subway service, and starting at 10:30 pm., no fares will be collected.

Dimitri Long in court Thursday. (WBZ-TV)

Prosecutors: MA bank rob suspects followed
Prosecutors say two men arrested after a bank heist in Needham had been under surveillance by law enforcement authorities and was followed to the bank by police. Thirty-two-year-old Dimitri Long and 44-year-old Michael Coty were each ordered held on $250,000 bail following their arraignments on several charges in Dedham District Court Thursday. Investigators say the men may be linked to the so-called "U30" bank heists. Seven banks in eastern Massachusetts have been robbed this year by a man dubbed the "U30 Bandit" because he was in and out of the banks in less than 30 seconds. Long was arrested as he left the Sovereign Bank branch Wednesday. Police said Coty drove off but was later captured in Newton.

Lightning kills man on Cape, damages 195-year-old church in Medway
Lightning killed a man on Cape Cod while another survived a lightning strike in Upton and firefighters saved a 195-year-old church in Medway after lightning hit its steeple during the heavy rains of Wednesday and Thursday, authorities said. Police in Orleans identified the victim there as Christopher West, 42, of Eastham.

Judge queries feds' photo releases in Boston cases
A federal judge has ordered prosecutors to produce affidavits explaining why photographs were released and any news conferences held following the arrests of two Boston politicians on corruption charges. Judge Douglas Woodlock said Thursday at a pretrial that he wants to evaluate whether prosecutors tried to "gin things up" among the public following the arrests last year of former Sen. Dianne Wilkerson and Boston city councilor Chuck Turner.

Poll shows NH governor's high approval rating slips
A new poll shows New Hampshire Governor John Lynch losing some of the broad support he's enjoyed for most of this time in office.

MA judge to rule on defense motion in Kissel case
A judge is expected to rule Monday on whether lawyers for a Massachusetts man charged in the killing of Greenwich real estate mogul Andrew Kissel can present evidence implicating Kissel's ex-wife.

Pope OKs MA man's miracle to beatify UK Cardinal
Pope Benedict XVI placed Cardinal John Henry Newman, an influential 19th century Anglican convert, on the path to possible sainthood Friday by approving a miracle in Massachusetts attributed to his intercession. Newman, a hero to many Anglicans and Roman Catholics alike, can now be beatified.

MA teen arrested in slaying of young mother
A New Bedford teen has been arrested for allegedly killing a young mother in a shooting outside his home.
Seventeen-year-old Erick Cournoyer was arrested on Thursday and is scheduled to be arraigned Friday.
Cournoyer is charged with killing 18-year-old Bianca Maria Rosado on Wednesday night and wounding her boyfriend, 17-year-old Victor Camacho.
Camacho was in stable condition at a local

One person hurt after elderly driver crashes into liquor store
An 83 year old woman crashed her Mustang convertible through the front of Fannon's Liquors in Natick just before 11:00 this morning. Authorities say it appears the woman drove into the parking lot then apparently hit the accelerator, slamming into the store.

John Henry's wedding causes a stir
The owner of the Boston Red Sox got hitched last weekend, and everybody knew about it. John Henry's guest list included 400 names, many of them high-profile. Transportation commissioner Tom Timlin said that's exactly why they blocked off streets around Fenway Park.

Turnpike insiders get a free ride
Hundreds of Massachusetts Turnpike employees and former employees are traveling the Pike using so-called "non revenue" Fastlane transponders.

Mass. to seek powers to take over failing schools
Gov. Deval Patrick is preparing to seek legislative approval to take over failing schools and waive parts of teacher contracts considered as undermining efforts to improve performance.

Continuing Coverage: Michael Jackson
The latest developments on the death of pop music icon Michael Jackson, including his funeral and ongoing reaction to his will. Information is updated throughout the day and listen to WBZ Newsradio 1030 for more developments.
Click here for a photo gallery of Michael Jackson

WBZ-TV

Elderly driver in fatal crash had been re-cleared
An elderly driver involved in a fatal crash had previously lost his license and then been recertified, suggesting legislative proposals to require increased reviews for older operators may not be a panacea.Registry of Motor Vehicles records released Wednesday show 83-year-old Joseph Casey of Malden had his license revoked after a surchargable accident in February 2004. It was reinstated in September 2004 after he participated in a driver retraining program, did road work with a certified driving instructor and received medical clearance.

AP file

Boston Navy Week activities
The USS Constitution, the oldest commissioned warship afloat, will take center stage as Boston prepares to celebrate its 5th Annual Navy Week and 28th Annual Harborfest celebrations, June 30 through July 5. Each year, the Navy selects cities across America to thank its citizens for their support of the world’s finest maritime force. Boston is one of 22 cities that have been selected to host a Navy Week again this year.

AP file

List of July 4th events in Massachusetts - LINK
Strained budgets have prompted some Massachusetts communities to cancel or rejigger their fireworks schedule, so Secretary of State William Galvin has compiled a list of activities. The state's chief historical officer announced Monday that information about fireworks displays, parades, concerts and other activities can be found at his Web site. Click here.

Michael Jackson - Album Art
The music of Michael from Thriller to Invincible

Michael Jackson in 2007 (AP)

Michael Jackson was much more than the King of Pop - SOUNDOFF
When Michael Jackson anointed himself "King of Pop" over two decades ago, there was considerable rumbling about his hubris: Yes, he may have become a world sensation with record-setting sales of "Thriller," and yes, he may have had a string of No. 1 hits with smashes like "Billie Jean" and "Beat It," but the KING OF ALL POP MUSIC? Surely, in a modern music history that has given us Elvis Presley, the Beatles, Stevie Wonder and so many other greats, that title was more than a bit inflated.

Michael Jackson - Memorial in Hollywood
The scene surrounding Michael Jackson's Star on Hollywood Blvd.

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