HealthLink on Air

Pediatric pulmonologist Zafer Soultan gives advice about infant sleep. Anesthesiologist Vandana Sharma tells about a new non-opioid pain medication that is non-addictive.

Surgical oncologist Scott Albert addresses whether tattoos are a cancer risk. Psychologist Michael Gordon shares his new book about his brother, who has special needs. And geriatrics chief Sharon Brangman explains how to tell when an aging parent needs help.

Dr. Alex Hensel discusses how fibromyalgia is diagnosed and managed. Audiologist Jeffrey VanTassel explains how to decide if you're a candidate for a cochlear implant. Child neurologist Ai Sakonju talks about spinal muscular atrophy.

Pediatrician Steven Blatt explains how the childhood vaccination schedule is produced and how vaccines are developed. Certified lymphedema specialist Lauren Buck tells about a new tool for detecting fluid buildup in the body. And registered dietitian Heather Dorsey gives advice about eating healthy in restaurants.

Colon and rectal surgeon Kristina Go discusses whether prebiotic beverages ("gut pops") are good for the digestive system. Assistant Dean of Wellness Kaushal Nanavati explains new definitions for healthy foods. Chaplain Zeynab Mancini tells about a program that helps health care workers to share their feelings in a positive way.

Researcher Yanli Zhang-James talks about mental disorders in children that may be tied to COVID infection. Christina Hyde unveils talking prescription bottles for non-English speakers and those with visual impairment. Bioethicist L. Syd Johnson shares issues about brain death in her new book.

Professor Stephen Faraone discusses adult ADHD and the lifespan of people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Pediatric infectious disease doctor Jana Shaw discusses the highly contagious measles virus. Registered dietitian Heather Dorsey gives ideas for healthy, tasty foods to bring to a party.

Physical therapist Ryan Martin talks about how to maintain a healthy spine across your lifetime. Public health researcher Telisa Stewart, medical student Nick Allis and janitor Anita Rouse share results of a study about the importance of hospital environmental services. Chief of Geriatrics, Dr. Sharon Brangman, discusses whether memory problems signal dementia.

Upstate surgeon Callistus Ditah goes over options for treating aortic valve disease. Syracuse University chemistry professor Robert Doyle describes new weight loss/blood sugar stabilizing medicines he and his team are designing. Upstate geriatrics chief Sharon Brangman advises how to tell when an aging parent needs help.

Chief of Infectious Diseases, Dr. Elizabeth Asiago-Reddy gives an update on bird flu (avian influenza). Computational neuroscientist Christopher Gaiteri discusses what research into brain connectivity reveals about dementia and other disorders.