In the United States today, 70 million people are living with arthritis. Thirty three percent of all adults have arthritis and its prevalence increases with age.  It is also a disease that is more common in women.

Thanks to medical advances and technology there are now numerous treatment options for people who suffer from arthritis. Brian Feeley, MD, an orthopedic surgeon at the UCSF Orthopedic Institute, will help participants better understand the different types of arthritis and its causes, symptoms and typical effects on the body.  Dr. Feeley will discuss some of the current and future treatment approaches in the diagnosis and management of the disease that can offer arthritis sufferers better relief from pain and the ability to maintain their highest possible level of functioning so they can enjoy a healthy and active lifestyle.

Learn how advanced technology has revolutionized the treatment of brain tumors and other serious brain disorders with non-invasive outpatient procedures that are safe, fast, and painless.

This session will be presented by board-certified radiation oncologist David Larson, MD, PhD, who is recognized internationally for his work on stereotactic radiosurgery for the treatment of brain disorders.

Dr. Larson has published extensively on the management of central nervous system tumors using advanced radiation therapy technology. He serves as co-medical director of the Taylor McAdam Bell Neuroscience Institute’s Gamma Knife Program at Washington Hospital in Fremont.

You can be born with it, or you can get it along the way. You could be at risk and not even know it. Diabetes—the disease where the body does not produce enough or properly use insulin. Seven percent of the population of the United States has diabetes. An estimated one third are unaware they have the disease. Experts from California Pacific Medical Center will discuss childhood onset as well as Type 2 Diabetes. Coping with Diabetes will be discussed by KCBS Editor and News Writer, Phil Handler. Phil has been diabetic since birth and has real life stories to share. He will also introduce you to his trusty sidekick and working dog. “Chewie” is a KCBS Newsroom regular and works with Phil to monitor his blood sugar levels. You will meet both at this panel.

Sixty to seventy million people in the US are estimated to be affected by disorders of the digestive system.  These problems are often a signal that your immune system, which is largely comprised and regulated by the tissue that lines your gastrointestinal tract, is at risk.  The best defense is a great offense. Learn how a daily probiotic can improve your core digestive health and strengthen your immune system.  And find out how to select a daily probiotic based on clinical studies, dosage, and the delivery of live and active cultures.

Please join Steve Demos, Chief  Executive Officer, NextFoods, Inc., for a lively discussion.  Steve is a natural foods trailblazer and founder of  WhiteWave, Inc. (Silk Soy Milk); his new venture is committed to developing nutritious, functional foods to foster the improvement of human health and nutrition.


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The air we breathe directly affects our health and quality of life. Everyday routine activities have the potential to protect or threaten your health. CBS5 and KCBS meteorologist Roberta Gonzales moderates this dialogue with medical doctors and experts from the Air Quality Management District to report on air quality in the region, and how the latest research studies shed new light on the effects of air pollution. Learn how to protect your health and improve the air we breathe.


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From the bubonic plague to the 1918 Spanish Flu to the HIV virus, nothing strikes fear in the hearts of the public like a world wide pandemic. This spring the H1N1 virus was swift and far reaching. The hysteria it produced moved just as quickly. This fall, the world braces for the return in a larger deadlier form. Oddly, this is a flu that favors the young. As the vaccine becomes available, many are calling for an immediate immunization of those 24 and younger. KCBS has assembled our “go to” experts on infectious diseases that will examine the mysteries of H1N1 and discuss the effectiveness of the vaccine and prevention.


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Who knows what your future brings? Regardless of your age and health there is the possibility that you may need to be cared for. If you have an accident , develop a long term illness, a chronic condition or Alzheimer’s you may need help with things as simple as bathing or dressing. Your family may want to help you, but their busy schedules may make it difficult to attend to your needs. One solution is to have nurse’s aides come to your home, but these costs are not usually covered by ordinary insurance policies and Medicare. These expenses can quickly deplete your nest egg, no matter how much you have saved. That’s why it’s important to have a plan in place for your long term care needs.


Long term care insurance (LTCI) can help cover the cost of care you receive at home from nurses’ aides, home health aides and therapists. It can help cover services in an assisted living facility and, if you require skilled care, nursing home expenses can be covered. Ilene Schwerin, General Agent for Genworth Long Term Care Insurance will explain your Long Term Care Insurance Options.

Meet a leading expert in the field of memory care, David Troxel during this informative update on Alzheimer's disease and dementia.  Learn the latest in research, treatment and prevention; the old saying "use it or lose it" may have great value after all.    The workshop will also share strategies for effectively caring for a friend or relative with memory loss and examine ways to navigate through the maze of services.  Troxel will share other findings from research related to prevention and brain health in a style of teaching that emphasizes story telling, humor and practical advice.


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Menopauseland is a place where night sweats, hot flashes, short temper and even lack of energy can become  -- if you have the right attitude --  a “laughing matter.”  Whether you are just starting to experience the symptoms or are dealing with them every day, this seminar will explore the options for guiding you thru this stage of life, with a sense of humor and some useful tips.

As Meg Soper says, “If you have the ability to step back and see the humor, you realize life can be a lot less stressful” and that is particularly important when you pile on menopause.  Learn how to minimize your discomfort and have a few laughs along the way.

 

This panel explores the motivating power of "purpose" & "service" in confronting fears & worries and finding happiness in today's uncertain times. KCBS afternoon co-anchor Jeff Bell shares the Greater Good motivation framework he developed through his battles with and recovery from severe OCD and the life lessons he believes this "doubting disease" can offer anyone facing uncertainty.

Jeff is joined by Christine Carter, Ph.D., executive director of U.C. Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center, who shares the latest empirical research on the benefits of altruism, kindness and generosity for our health and well-being.

Learn what simple activities and top energy-enhancing “superfoods” can do for you throughout the day to keep your blood flowing and your energy level high.  Compelling research shows that even small changes in diet and activity, along with simple stress reduction techniques, can greatly improve energy level and well-being. These changes can also help prevent serious illnesses such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, breast cancer, and colon cancer.
 
UCSF’s Greta Macaire, registered dietitian, CSO and Jane Clark, Cancer & Exercise Specialist, ACSM, will teach you ways to incorporate key energy-packed foods and effective exercises into your daily routine.  The session will end with a relaxation technique that can be easily integrated into your everyday life.

Total Hip Replacement is an extremely successful operation for relief of pain and return to near normal function in people with arthritic hips. Traditionally, hip replacement has been performed in the more elderly population, but new techniques and materials are making this procedure more and more attractive to young patients as well, with enhanced longevity and few activity restrictions.

However, Hip Resurfacing may be just the option for the very active patient slowed by hip arthritis. This session is presented by Dr. Christopher Cox,  a board certified Orthopedic Surgeon who has been in practice 17 years, who will explain the benefits of Hip Resurfacing as an alternative to full hip replacement.  Dr. Cox has performed over 2000 hip replacement surgeries.  He is the Medical Director of the Comprehensive Joint Replacement Center at California Pacific Medical Center and is the past president of the Northern California Chapter of the Western Orthopedic Association.

You breathe in and out anywhere from 15 to 25 times per minute without even thinking about it.   You breathe so regularly that it is easy to take your lungs for granted. You can't even stop yourself from breathing if you try.
Lung diseases combine to be the number three killer in the United States. 
Dr. Steven Hays (click here for bio) from California Pacific Medical Center  is a leading authority and dynamic speaker on the subject.  He is the Medical Director at The Center for Advanced Lung Diseases.  This interactive panel with Dr. Hays will cover many diseases and disorders that affect the lungs, and include basic screenings and strategies.