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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.
 
Lancet Retraction
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says the MMR vaccine is still questioned.
Sleep and Aging
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says the older we are, the less we sleep.
Nickel
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about this dangerous metal.
Acetaminophen Birth Defects
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about a new study.
Body Dysmorphic
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about this disorder.
Cell Phones and Brain Tumors
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about a study.
Trichotillomania
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about this condition.
Children of Deployed Parents
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about their stress.
Overweight Seniors
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about a new study.
Colon Cancer
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about a new test.
Antibiotics
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about the resistant strains.
Insomnia
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about this condition.
Physical Appearance
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold has some tips.
Knee Arthritis
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says it affects women more than men.
Criminals
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold reveals new info.
Autism
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about this disorder.
Showerhead Infections
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says there is risk.
Snow Shoveling
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says it can be hazardous to your health.
Hangovers
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says there are varying degrees.
Ingrown Toenails
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says you can avoid them.
Vitamin D
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says it's important.
Miscarriages
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about emotions involved.
Depression
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about medications.
Pet Walking
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says it all counts as exercise.
New Year Resolutions
Dr. Murray Feingold says "keep it simple."
Aortic Valve Replacement
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about different valves.
Baby Spacing
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about when to have another.
Mind Reading
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold explains...
Psoriasis
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about this condition.
The Holidays
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about the real meaning of it all.
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold specifically targets older men.
Female Eating Disorders
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about various eating disorders.
Beverage Tabs
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says a new design may be necessary.
Parental Support
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about middle aged parents.
Bifocals
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says there are some disadvantages.
High Blood Pressure
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about treatment.
Turtles for Sale
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about health risks.
Children's Emotional Issues
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold takes a look at the dads.
Parental Anger
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about a parent's outburst.
Adoption Disabilities
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about U.S. adoptions.
Sleeplessness
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold has some advice.
Dupuytren's Contractures
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about treatment.
100 or Older
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold takes a look at longevity.
Air Travel
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about emotions while traveling.
Recommendations
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says some are confusing.
Post Herpetic Neuropathy
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about treatment.
Ear Acupuncture
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about acupuncture to cure back pain in pregnant women.
Payroll
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says the word comes up in family conversations.
Football
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says it's dangerous to your health.
Older Alcoholics
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold compares the old to the new.
Communication
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says this is the leading cause of marital disharmony.
The Cry Translator
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about this new device.
Chronic Neck Pain
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about laser treatment.
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says most prove to be fatal.
Cough Phone Diagnosis
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about instant diagnosis.
Baby Strollers
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about recalls.
The Flu
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says the flu has arrived.
Taking Blood Pressure
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about various techniques.
Chocolate Milk
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about this treat.
Miscarriages
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold reveals results of a recent study.
ER Wait Time
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about emergency care.
Fibroids
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about this condition.
Canine Peanut Detectors
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold explains...
Children's Medications
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about the dangers.
Yeah
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold stresses the use of "yes."
Halloween
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about how Halloween has changed over the years.
Adolescence
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold takes a look at this age.
Headaches in Adolescents
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold examines childhood headaches.
Wines and Teeth
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold takes a look at whites and reds.
The Unemployment Blues
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about emotions associated with joblessness.
Healthcare
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about accessibility.
Chocolate
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about this delicacy.
Optimistic or Pessimistic
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold studies the heart in relation to optimism.
Dislocated Elbow
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says fun isn't always fun.
Stress Eating
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about overeating when under stress.
Traffic
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold asks, "Does driving in traffic effect your health?"
Naps
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold takes a look at naps.
Childhood Poisonings
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold examines this topic.
School Vending Machines
Dr. Murray Feingold talks about these health hazards.
Sleep
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold reveals who sleeps better, older men or older women.
Physical Education
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about safety in phys ed classes in school.
Back Pain
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold looks at a back pain cancer study.
Febrile Seizures
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about these childhood seizures.
Newborn Testing
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about dried blood spots.
Aortic Aneurysms
Dr. Murray Feingold describes the aortic aneurysm.
Sleep Apnea
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold explains sleep apnea.
Epistaxis
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold advises on bloody noses.
Medications and Disaster
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says you need to plan for anything.
Short Stature Behavior
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold takes a look at some studies.
Blood Pressure Range
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about your blood pressure.
Computer Related Injuries
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says we don't always think to "childproof" our computers.
Middle of the Night Calls
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says these calls do have an effect on health.
Binge Drinking
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about this college occurrence.
Nickel Allergies
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about sensitivity to nickel.
Joint Replacement
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says joint replacement is pretty common these days.
Kidney Stones
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold has prevention for kidney stones.
Imaging Studies
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about these studies.
Asprin and Pepcid
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about gastric ulcers, low dose asprin, and Pepcid.
Bell's Palsy
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold describes this condition.
Thigh Size
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says thinner isn't always better!
Colic
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold takes a look at colic studies.
Bicycles and Helmets
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold stresses the need for helmets.
Falls and Pets
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about their correlation.
ADHD
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about this condition.
Hopes and Dreams
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about your hopes and dreams for your child.
Pregnancy Weight Gain
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about the guidelines.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says the atmosphere could effect this condition.
Female Surgeons
WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold says there are more female medical students than men.
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Cars drive in blowing snow during a storm near Atlantic City, N.J. (AP Photo/Mel Evans)

Snow moves this way - LINKS


Snow continues to move east headed for the hard-hit Mid-Atlantic region and Southern New England. The storm hit the Midwest early, closing schools and greeting commuters with slick, slushy roads from Minneapolis and Chicago to Louisville, Ky. Hundreds of flights were canceled at Chicago's airports as the storm moved across Illinois, where up to a foot of snow was forecast. Powerful winds and snow are expected by the afternoon, and could leave as much as 20 inches of new snow in Washington. New York City announced students would have a rare snow day Wednesday, only the third in six years.

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Daniel Kerrigan, Nancy Kerrigan
Daniel Kerrigan seen with his daughter Nancy (WBZ-TV file)

Kerrigan death ruled a homicide


The state medical examiner has ruled the death of Olympic skater Nancy Kerrigan's father as a homicide. The ME's office says 70-year old Daniel Kerrigan died of a heart rhythm problem after suffering a neck injury so severe it damaged his voice box.  The findings could prompt new charges against Kerrigan's brother, Mark.  Daniel Kerrigan died Jan. 24 after what authorities said was a struggle his 45-year-old son. The younger Kerrigan has pleaded not guilty to assault and is undergoing a psychiatric evaluation.

Police: NH man who took over Clinton office flees


The man who took hostages at a Hillary Rodham Clinton presidential campaign office in 2007 cut off his electronic monitoring bracelet Tuesday, then fled, and he is considered dangerous, authorities said. Leeland Eisenberg cut off his monitor just after 10 a.m., one day after being given a "last chance" at freedom by a judge who released him despite multiple probation violations.

Gloucester seeks $1.3M from water contractor


The city of Gloucester has filed a $1.3 million insurance claim against the company that ran its drinking water system during last summer's contamination crisis that required a nearly three-week long boil order. City lawyer Suzanne Egan tells The Gloucester Daily Times that in the claim filed last month the city alleges "breach of contract" by United Water.

Man to face retrial in 1980 Cape Cod slaying


A Brockton man whose murder conviction was overturned by the state's highest court will stand trial for a second time in connection with a three-decade-old slaying. The Cape Cod Times reports that prosecutors and defense lawyers on Monday agreed to begin Steven Stewart's retrial on November 1st.

Woman sues broker over secondhand smoke


A Massachusetts woman who says she was forced to move out of her Boston condominium because of secondhand smoke from a neighbor is suing her real estate broker. Alyssa Burrage said her broker repeatedly assured her that the owner of the condo she was buying in 2006 was a smoker and the smell would go away.
New Hampshire Statehouse (AP file)

NH panel opposes gay marriage repeal


A House committee is recommending against repealing New Hampshire's five-week-old gay marriage law. The Judiciary Committee also voted Tuesday to recommend that the House kill a constitutional amendment that defines marriage as between one man and one woman. The vote was 12-8 on both measures, largely along party lines led by Democratic opposition.
CBS

Boston developer charged in shakedown threat


A Boston real estate developer has been charged with sending enforcers to threaten a local man over a $90,000 business debt.  The Boston Globe reports that according the FBI, David Gefke, president of First Capital Mortgage Group in Boston and East Springfield LLC, hired Michael Lee to go to the alleged victim's office on Jan. 29 and demand payment.
CBS

Leominster driver convicted of killing dog walker


A member of a BMW car club who was out driving with other BMW enthusiasts when he struck and killed a woman walking her dog has been convicted of motor vehicle homicide.  David Conant was convicted in Fitchburg District Court on Monday after a two-day bench trial of striking 54-year-old Elizabeth Powers McCaffrey in November 2008 just yards from her Leominster home.
CBS file

Sudbury man pleads guilty to stealing human bones


A Sudbury man has avoided jail time but must pay restitution after pleading guilty to stealing human bones from a 19th century burial vault. A Framingham District Court judge on Monday ordered Leonard Caira to pay an estimated $21,000 in restitution, serve two years of probation and perform 50 hours of community service after he pleaded guilty to removing remains.
The scene outside the Bolyston Street Green Line stop (WBZ-TV)

2 Greenline trains involved in a 'fender-bender'


An MBTA spokesman says there were no reports of injuries after a subway trolley rear-ended another trolley at low speed. Agency spokesman Joe Pesaturo says a Green Line car moving eastbound tapped a stationary trolley in the Boylston station at about 9 a.m. on Tuesday. One of the trolleys had some minor damage.
WBZ-AM file

Murphy named state insurance commissioner


Quincy native Joseph Murphy, first deputy commissioner at the Division of Insurance since 2006, was named Monday as the state's insurance commissioner, a post he had held on an acting basis since Nonnie Burnes stepped down in September.  
AP file

'Right to repair' bill heads to MA Senate


Automotive repair shops cheered Monday’s committee approval of legislation that would force manufacturers to provide repair shops information and diagnostic tools currently provided to franchised dealer service centers.  The bill now heads to the Senate.
CBS file

3 MA woman charged high speed chase


Three Massachusetts women remain jailed following a high speed chase that ended when the car they were in crashed in New Hampshire. During the chase that began about 8:15 p.m. Saturday a Seabrook police cruiser crashed into another vehicle.  Police say the women fled north at speeds that reached 100 miles per hour. They were captured after their vehicle crashed in Portsmouth.

Boston Catholic appeal raises $15M


The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Boston has raised $15.1 million in its flagship annual appeal, the same as the previous year. Church officials said Monday that they were pleased because the money was raised during a recession, and the total number of individuals who contributed was up slightly.
(AP Photo/Sang Tan)

Toyota makes Prius recall for brake fix


Toyota says it is recalling about 437,000 Prius and other hybrid vehicles worldwide to fix brake problems- the latest in a string of embarrassing safety problems at the world's largest automaker. Company President Akio Toyoda made the recall announcement today at a press conference. Toyoda says safety for customers is "our foremost priority."  Today's recall affects models that went on sale last year, including more than 130,000 in the United States. It's the latest in a string of embarrassing safety problems at the world's largest automaker.

Crowded MA campaign season set to kick off


It's the start of what's shaping up to be a very crowded campaign season in Massachusetts.On Tuesday, candidates hoping to run in the 2010 elections can pick up nomination papers from the secretary of state. All statewide offices are up for grabs, as are seats in the state Legislature and U.S. House. Already, five candidates have announced their intention to challenge incumbent Democratic Gov. Deval Patrick.
Nicole Chuminski
Nicole Chuminski in May (WBZ-TV)

Testimony continues in South Boston arson, murder case


Testimony continued Monday in the trial of Nicole Chuminski, accused of setting the April 6, 2008 South Boston fire that killed her ex-girlfriend's two daughters, ages 3 and 14. On Monday, an acquaintance of Chuminski testified that she showed up at his apartment shortly before the fire and complained bitterly that Anna Reisopolous had humiliated her by stealing a pocketbook at a family wedding they had attended together.
John Murtha (AP file)

Rep. John Murtha, Iraq war critic, dies at 77


Congressman John Murtha has died.  The Pennsylvania Democrat was the first combat veteran of the Vietnam War to be elected to Congress.  He wielded considerable clout for two decades when he served as the ranking Democrat on the House subcommittee that oversees the Pentagon.

More police retirements a growing concern for cities and towns


The increasing number of police officers and supervisors retiring from the job is beginning to concern some cities and towns. The Boston Globe reports there has been a jump in retirements from police force ranks, amid fears of proposed changes to the state pension system and the reduction of a generous bonus program

Details sought on Ireland, US clergy abuse cases


U.S. victims of clergy sex abuse and a group that tracks pedophile priests are calling on local Roman Catholic leaders and the Irish government to publicly detail known connections between the clergy abuse scandals in the U.S. and Ireland.
George W. Bush, Barack Obama, Bill Clinton, Jimmy Carter, George H.W. Bush
President George W. Bush, center, poses with President-elect Barack Obama, and former presidents, from left, George H.W. Bush, left, Bill Clinton and Jimmy Carter, right, in the Oval Office of the White House (AP)

The President's Club


The current president, his successor and their three living predecessors have wrapped up a White House lunch that is said to have included some valuable advice. That's part of what Barack Obama was hoping to gain from the meeting with President GeorgeW. Bush, Bush's father, and former presidents Bill Clinton and Jimmy Carter.
People crowd the National Mall in front of the U.S. Capitol in Washington (AP)

Obama ready to step into history






President-elect Barack Obama says there can't be 'idle hands' at a time of national hardship.

He wasn't idle on Martin Luther King Jr. day.

Obama visited wounded troops at a military hospital and helped paint a wall at a shelter for homeless teens.

Obama's first day


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No pardon, but Finneran wants law license back


BOSTON (AP) -- Former Massachusetts House Speaker Thomas Finneran wants his law license back.
  
But some people don't think he should get it.
  
He gets to make his case Tuesday before the Board of Bar Overseers.
  
Finneran's license to practice law was temporarily suspended in 2007 after he pleaded guilty to a federal obstruction of justice charge. He
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