Medical Minute
Alzheimer's StudyBillings Clinic Research Center is recruiting participants for an international clinical study to learn if an investigational drug can help control the progression of Alzheimer's Disease. Read more »
Repairing Skin DamageA Montana woman who has lived most of her life on a ranch, says she never considered cosmetic surgery until years of working in the sun started to show on her face. Once Julie Jorgenson noticed how damaged her skin was, she decided in favor of a cosmetic resurfacing procedure. Read more »
Carpal Tunnel: RecoveryCarpal tunnel syndrome can be debilitating and painful, but doctors say a routine surgery can fix the problem. A Billings woman had the surgery done only weeks ago and is already back at her job waiting tables. Read more »
Carpal Tunnel: The Symptoms and TreatmentsWaiting tables can be a hectic and thankless job, but most wouldn't consider it dangerous. However one Billings woman found herself suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome after years as a server. Read more »
Digital MammographyBillings Clinic patients can now benefit from digital mammography, a faster and safer way of doing mammograms. The hospital recently put digital mammography machines at their locations here in Billings. Read more »
I-155, Proponents and CriticsIn the last 5 years the percentage of uninsured children in Montana has risen from 19% to nearly 30%. Initiative 155, also known as the Healthy Montana Kids Plan, would expand coverage to more Montana kids. Read more »
Antioxidants Show no Effect on Risk of Prostate CancerA National Cancer Institute study shows not only do supplements of vitamin E or selenium not seem to prevent prostate cancer, but they might actually be harmful. An estimated 28,000 men will die from prostate cancer this year in the U.S. alone. Read more »
College SleepCollege students are at a time in their lives where they're busy both academically and socially, leaving little time for sleep. Read more »
Equine Medicine at NILEThe NILE is in town and while it's a very popular sport here in Montana, it's not necessarily a safe one, for the horse or human athletes. Read more »
Kids Need More Vitamin DAre your kids getting enough vitamin D? The answer is, probably not. Especially since the American Academy of Pediatrics just doubled their recommended amount of the nutrient for newborns to teens. Read more »
The Medical Side of MusicIt has been said that music is good for your soul, but experts now say it may do more good than that. It can actually lower stress and exercise your brain. Read more »
Money StressBetween soaring food and gas prices, questions of job security, and talk of a national financial crisis everywhere you turn, Americans are stressed out. Just ask Michelle Dillon, 40, of Billings. Read more »
Artist Donates to HospitalAn artist shared her gift with St. Vincent Children's Healthcare Monday afternoon in hopes it would bring a smile to patients' faces. Jessica Zemsky is from New York but now lives in Big Timber. Read more »
Chest Pain CenterBillings Clinic recently received full accreditation from the Society of Chest Pain Centers. It may not mean much to hear, but doctors say you'll feel it in the increased standard of care. Read more »
Bee Stings More LikelyIt is the time of year again, when you may notice more bees buzzing around. But beyond just an annoyance, these flying insects can cause some major harm to your health. Read more »
Living with Cancer as a Chronic DiseaseDoctors say the majority of cancer patients are either undergoing aggressive treatment, or are in complete remission, but there is a growing patient population that falls in between. Read more » |
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