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WWJ's Pat Sweeting shares tips and advice for those who are caring for aging parents.

CRG-Adult Thumbsucking 05/18

May 18, 2012
Is there a reason why an adolescent or adult is still sucking his or her thumb? WWJ Newsradio 950's Pat Sweeting discussed this seemingly unusual habit with Henry Ford Health System Psychologist Philip Lanzisera.
CRG-Autism 05/14

May 14, 2012
What part do genetics play in development of Autism? Pediatrician and geneticist Barry Wolfe of Henry Ford Hospital discusses autism with WWJ Newsradio 950's Pat Sweeting.
Joint Camp 05/07

May 7, 2012
Patients receive in-depth preparation at Joint Camp. It's a special program established at the DMC's Detroit Receiving Hospital. WWJ Newsradio 950's Pat Sweeting gets a peek at what Joint Camp involves from Dr. Brian Little, Chief of Orthopedics at DRH.
AUTISM-ASK

May 3, 2012
"These days, there are many more resources available to the parents of children with autism.10-to-20 years ago that wasn't the case and Lake Orion mom Beth Kimmel of Autism ASK sharesher experiences with WWJ Newsradio 950's Pat Sweeting..."
CRG-Organ Donations 04/30

April 30, 2012
African American organ donation continues to trail that of Caucasian donors. WWJ Newsradio 950's Pat Sweeting discusses the issue with Gift of Life-Michigan CEO Richard Pietrowski.
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April 28, 2012
WWJ's Pat Sweeting reports on kidney stone removal.
CRG-Kidney Stone Removal 04/27

April 27, 2012
"A new technique has been developed by doctors at the Detroit Medical Center for removing large kidney stones. Urologist and developer Jason Wynberg talks about the easier to perform technique and its benefits.
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April 20, 2012
WWJ's Pat Sweeting reports on health insurance coverage.
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April 13, 2012
WWJ's Pat Sweeting talks about the silent killer.
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April 9, 2012
WWJ's Pat Sweeting reports on memory changes.
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April 6, 2012
Take a hike with WWJ's Pat Sweeting. It's good for you.
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April 2, 2012
WWJ's Pat Sweeting reports on curbing childhood illiteracy.
Curbing Illiteracy 04/02

April 2, 2012
Through the United Way, several agencies recently received grants aimed at curbing
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March 26, 2012
WWJ's Pat Sweeting reports on a child development checklist.
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March 19, 2012
WWJ's Pat Sweeting reports on how active are you?
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March 17, 2012
WWJ's Pat Sweeting reports on staying fit while sitting at the desk.
Rape Kits 03/12-part 2

March 12, 2012
When the Detroit Police Crime Lab was shut down, thousands of rape kits were still sitting on shelves waiting to be tested; some dated back 20 years. Wayne County Prosecutor's office is developing a national protocol for the timely handling of such evidence. WWJ's Pat Sweeting talks with Assistant Wayne County Prosecutor Mary Morrow.
Rape Kits 03/12

March 12, 2012
The Wayne County Prosecutor's office is into the second phase of a federally funded project focused on untested rape kits discovered in the former Detroit Police crime lab. WWJ's Pat Sweeting talks with prosecutor Kym Worthy, who says this multi-agency project is aimed at creating a national blueprint to help prevent more rape kit backlogs in the f
Caregiver Resource Guide 03/05

March 5, 2012
The benefits of compression socks.
Women and heart disease

February 28, 2012
"Women often ignore or don't recognize their risk for heart disease, but Detroit Receiving Hospital surgeon Alfred Boyer tells WWJ Newsradio 950's Pat Sweeting that can lead to serious medical problems and lengthy recuperation.
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February 20, 2012
Prosecution of child abuse is increasing.
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February 17, 2012
WWJ's Pat Sweeting reports on mental health in today's economy.
Looking for a Peace of Mind in a Tough Economy

February 17, 2012
For many people the tough economy is wreaking havoc on peace of mind and more people are seeking mental health and/or substance abuse counseling from agencies like Family Services of Detroit & Wayne County according to Brad Mileszewski, who discussed the service with WWJ Newsradio 950's Pat Sweeting.
Caregiver Resource Guide 02/10

February 10, 2012
Pulmonary-Hypertension
CRG-Energy Saving 02/03

February 3, 2012
How often do you leave a room and forget to turn-off a light or turn-up the thermostat when putting on a sweater would allow you to dial-it-down? Nick Schroeck from the Great Lakes Environmental Law Center discusses how our energy demands impact the air we breathe and the water we drink.