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Doctor On Call

Osteoporosis Check
“My mom had osteoporosis. Both my sisters, ages 48 and 52, also have it. I am 45. Should I get a scan done now?” Bridgeport
Heart Drug Recall
“I was wondering why the drug digitek has been on recall since Tuesday and no one has had it on the news. This is the generic of Digoxin and Lanoxin, and only the generic is being recalled.”
Acupuncture for Plantar Fasciitis
“Is acupuncture effective for plantar fasciitis?”
Stopping Infant Formula
“Could you tell me what if any long term effects there may be if you stop feeding your baby formula too soon?”
Coughing & Cracked Ribs
“I've been told that coughing can cause a cracked rib. How would i know if this has happened and if so, does it heal by itself and how long?" East Syracuse
Alzheimer's Diet
“Does eating too much soy put you at risk for Alzheimer's?” Lakeland
Aspirin and Coumadin
“My dad takes the blood thinner Coumadin. He's also taking a low-dose aspirin every day. I've heard that you should not mix the two. Are they safe to take together?” Phoenix
Pap Tests
“On a recent visit to my family practice doctor she told me that a yearly Pap test is no longer necessary. She said that once every 3 years is now the standard. Would you check with your experts about this?" Cortland
Tainted Heparin Recall
“Did any of the recalled heparin make its way to Central New York? Have there been any related deaths?”
Dairy Allergies and Respiratory Illnesses
“If a person is allergic (not intolerant) to dairy products, can eating and drinking them give you bronchitis, pneumonia and other respiratory problems?”



“Ugly Betty” production moving to New York City
Production of ABC's "Ugly Betty" is moving to New York. The announcement came Monday from Gov. David Paterson, Mayor Michael Bloomberg and ABC Studios President Mark Pedowitz.



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