1. Dr. FRED BUCKHOLD, SLU Care General Internist at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital, and a professor of medicine at St. Louis University School of Medicine.  The CDC warns the latest measles outbreak in the US may threaten our measles elimination status achieved more than two decades ago.  What's going on?  Also, what do we need to know about the bird flu outbreak -- is it safe to drink milk and eat chicken?2. Dr. YIN CAO, assistant professor of surgery at Washington University School of Medicine and Siteman Cancer Center.  Senior author of a new study just ..read more

Medicine.  What does Dr. Buckhold think about a new study that finds women who binge drink have an increased risk of heart disease? What is his take on a new study that says intermittent fasting is bad for the heart? And why is there no end in sight to a national shortage of an ADHD drug?2. Dr. RANDI MOZENTER, clinical psychologist on staff with Washington University School of Medicine and Barnes Jewish Hospital. Following Tuesday morning's collapse of the Key Bridge in Baltimore, lots of people with a bridge phobia are seeking help.  What is bridge phobia?  How common ..read more

1. Dr. FRED BUCKHOLD, SLU Care General Internist at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital, and a professor of medicine at St. Louis University School of Medicine.  As a general internist, Dr. Buckhold goes over what we need to know about screening tests -- what we need when and do we really need it.  Dr. Buckhold addresses testing for cardio issues, high blood pressure, cholesterol, colorectal, breast, prostate, cervical and lung cancer. 2. Dr. BAHAA ELGENDY, associate professor of anesthesiology and a medicinal chemist at Washington University School of Medicine ..read more

1. Dr. FRED BUCKHOLD, SLU Care General Internist at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital, and a professor of medicine at St. Louis University School of Medicine. What's his opinion of a newly approved continuous glucose monitor device?  What's he think about a new study that shows excess use of Vitamin B3 is linked to increased risk of heart disease?  A new study finds exercise treats depression as well as therapy.  What's Dr. Buckhold think about that?2. Dr. ALEX GARZA, SSM Health Chief Community Health Officer -- and co-leader of the St. Louis Metropo ..read more

1. Dr. FRED BUCKHOLD, SLU Care General Internist at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital, and a professor of medicine at St. Louis University School of Medicine.  The CDC officially shortens its recommended COVID-19 isolation period.  What are the new rules?  Norovirus rates are up, especially in the Northeast -- what do we need to do to protect ourselves?  A new study finds diet drinks may boost our risk of dangerous heart conditions by 20%.  And new early test results show a brand new weight loss drug may be twice as effective as the current inje ..read more

1. Dr. FRED BUCKHOLD, SLU Care General Internist at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital, and a professor of medicine at St. Louis University School of Medicine.  What's the latest thinking on a daily aspirin to prevent heart disease?  Are we seeing an increase in flu cases right now?  How effective is this year's flu shot?  The CDC has now recommended seniors get an updated COVID booster -- is this warranted?  What do we need to know about ultra-processed foods and our health?2. Dr. KEN HALLER, SLU Care Pediatrician at SSM Health Cardinal Gle ..read more

1. Dr. FRED BUCKHOLD, SLU Care General Internist at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital, and a professor of medicine at St. Louis University School of Medicine.  Hundreds of rural hospitals are in danger of shutting down -- why is that?  Dr. Buckhold has several thoughts on that.  The CDC may recommend Spring COVID boosters for at-risk people.  Is that needed?  Is that how it will be going forward?  2. Dr. JAMES WEDNER, professor of medicine and Director of the Allergy and Asthma Center at Washington University School of Medicine.  The FDA ha ..read more

1. Dr. FRED BUCKHOLD, SLU Care General Internist at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital, and a professor of medicine at St. Louis University School of Medicine.  The CDC plans to loosen its COVID isolation guidelines -- what does Dr. Buckhold think of that?  What does he know about Alaskapox?  February is American Heart Month -- what can he tell us about heart attack warning signs for women?  When should you start a cholesterol drug?2. Dr. ALEXANDER GARZA, Chief Community Health Officer for SSM Health and co-leader of the St. Louis Metropolitan Pandemi ..read more

1. Dr. FRED BUCKHOLD, SLU Care General Internist at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital, and a professor of medicine at St. Louis University School of Medicine.  Respiratory virus season in the U.S. isn't over yet -- what do we need to know?  New COVID vaccine is 54-percent effective at preventing symptoms.  What's he think of a possible combination COVID and Flu shot?  New study finds weight loss treatments significantly lower blood pressure.  What do we need to know about these new types of injectable weight loss drugs?2. Dr. SARAH GEORGE, profe ..read more

1. Dr. FRED BUCKHOLD, SLU Care General Internist at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital, and a professor of medicine at St. Louis University School of Medicine.  What advice do you have for people who have a persistent cough?  How long till we should see medical care?  As near the end of the month, what advice does he have for people who have been observing -- Dry January -- trying to make it through the month without an alcoholic drink?  Is there a recommendation on how much we can drink and not harm our health?2. Dr. ZIYAD AL-ALY, clinical epidemiologist ..read more