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Fish has been called brain food. New research shows that regular consumption can actually lower the risk for strokes. But what kind of fish works best? Can some fish meals actually increase the risk? Aspirin and other NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) have been linked to stomach ulcers. Now scientists have discovered that such drugs can also damage the small intestine. Is enteric-coated aspirin safer or more hazardous? Pediatrician Alan Greene, MD, from www.drgreene.com will make a housecall on The People’s Pharmacy and answer an important child’s health question. We’ll also answer listeners’ questions about prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, dietary supplements and home remedies. To participate, call 888-472-3366 Guests: Dariush Mozaffarian, MD, Instructor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School; Waqar Qureshi, MD, associate professor of medicine and chief of endoscopy at Baylor College of Medicine and the Houston Veterans Administration Hospital.

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Joe Graedon is a pharmacologist who has dedicated his career to making drug information understandable to consumers. His best-selling book, The People’s Pharmacy, was published in 1976 and led to a syndicated newspaper column, syndicated public radio show and web site. In 2006, Long Island University awarded him an honorary doctorate as “one of the country's leading drug experts for the consumer.”.
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