What Not to Take Into an MRI, Are In-Home Laser Treatments Safe and the surprising benefit of Lidocaine.

In this episode of Bedside Matters: some surprising news about Alzheimer’s. How picking you nose might be a predictor, and how Viagra might be able to prevent it.  Plus, it’s in the headlines, the horror of Fentanyl, and now there’s a groundbreaking vaccine that can save lives. Then our caller has a question about sleep apnea: C-PAP or surgery?

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In this episode of Bedside Matters actress Felicity Huffman talks about her family history of breast cancer and Dr. Kipper explains why he suggests the breast cancer trifecta of MRI, Ultrasound and Mammogram to patients at a high risk. They also discuss hyperhidrosis, excessive sweating, and how it impacted a family member and what they did to correct it. And finally, how can you tell if you have a serotonin or dopamine imbalance.

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Dr. Kipper shares an update on the all-natural anti-smoking aid, reveals the healing power of music, the mysterious side effects of semaglutides  and how MRNA's can help in the fight against cancer. Plus a listener has a question about her husband's forgetfulness. Is it a precursor to Alzheimers?

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Recently Dr. Kipper had a diagnostic dilemma: Was his patient having a heart attack or was it something else? He shares the steps he followed to determine the real diagnosis and the surprising cause. Can grey hair be a thing of the past? There’s hope on the horizon. Plus Dr. Kipper explains what can cause Vertigo and how to use the Epley Maneuver. Then our caller has a question about genetic drugs. Are they potentially harmful? Listen to find out.

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In this episode Dr. Kipper has a simple solution for many of our health problems: walking! Is that the new wonder drug? Plus, a new male contraceptive, a caller with a question about aneurisms. And stories about doctors who kill.  

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Johnny Knoxville from Jackass fame joins Dr. Kipper and the crew to talk about his social anxiety, how it started and how it’s going. His worst injuries filming Jackass and his 16 concussions. Plus, we'll talk about allergies: from Shellfish allergies to environmental allergies. And finally, we'll find out what type of parent Johnny is.

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In this episode the latest in allergy treatment for kids, an alternative to colonoscopies using blood tests, a new home test for STDs, and some exciting news for smokers who want to quit. And the best part, it’s very affordable.

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On this episode, we'll talk about the possible risks of home IV drips, and how weight loss drugs can impact anesthesia. Plus, there’s a new breakthrough treatment for Prostate Cancer, and our caller asks the question: what's the proper way to treat cysts?

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In this episode: what not to bring in an MRI and two people who broke the rules and paid the price. Can Lidocaine, a common anesthetic, help cure some cancers? The research is very positive. Plus, Matthew Perry’s autopsy named Ketamine as a contributing factor in his death. How does Ketamine, which is used for depression and pain management, turn deadly? And lastly, are in-home laser and light therapy devices safe? We’ll find out.

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On this episode of Bedside Matters, the legendary Eric Idle explains how a Dodgers game and “Death: The Musical” led to his pancreatic diagnosis. He also reflects on his friendship with George Harrison and what he wishes he had done for Robin Williams. Then he reveals the #1 song played at British Funerals.

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