Podcast: The Hazards of E-Cigarettes
The manufacturers of electronic cigarettes claim that “vaping” is safer than smoking. In fact, a “scientific study” by Dr. Riccardo Polosa got a lot of news attention recently for its conclusion that vaping is safe. Dr. Terry Kraus examines that study and questions its methods and findings, and shares what he knows about the dangers of e-cigarettes and nicotine in general.
Podcast: Prostate Cancer, part 2
Podcast: Prostate Cancer, part 2 by S. Terry Kraus, M.D. In part 2 of Dr. Kraus's miniseries on prostate cancer, he continues to cover the basics of prostate cancer and how it is diagnosed. Listen To This Episode: Apple: Apple Podcasts | iTunes...
Podcast: Prostate Cancer, part 1
Podcast: Prostate Cancer, part 1 by S. Terry Kraus, M.D. In part 1 of a new miniseries on Prostate Cancer, Dr. Kraus explains the basics of Prostate Cancer, including how its prevalence, how it is diagnosed, how it can be treated, and the survival rates...
Podcast: Breast Cancer Genetics
Podcast: Breast Cancer Genetics by S. Terry Kraus, M.D. Dr. Kraus explains the genetic risk factors that can lead to breast cancer. What are BRCA 1 and BRCA 2, and what does it mean if a person has them? How can genetic testing be obtained, and how much...
Podcast: Breast Exams
Podcast: Breast Exams by S. Terry Kraus, M.D. How can breast exams help detect breast cancer? How are they done, and how often should they be done? Dr. Terry Kraus explains why he believes breast exams are important, how often they should be done, and how...
Podcast: Mammograms
Podcast: Mammograms by S. Terry Kraus, M.D. What factors increase the risk of a woman developing breast cancer? Dr. Terry Kraus covers these (which include genetics, medical history, and behavioral factors among others) as well as the importance of diet...
Podcast: Veterans Day Reflections – An Epitaph Of Vietnam
Podcast: Veterans Day Reflections - An Epitaph Of Vietnam by S. Terry Kraus, M.D. In a special episode of the podcast, Dr. Kraus reflects on his experiences in the Vietnam War and on the experiences of other veterans he knows. Listen To This...
Podcast: Breast Cancer Risk Factors
What factors increase the risk of a woman developing breast cancer? Dr. Terry Kraus covers these (which include genetics, medical history, and behavioral factors among others) as well as the importance of diet and exercise in reducing the risk of breast cancer, statistical evidence on the prevalence of breast cancer among women, and how men can be aware of male breast cancer.
Podcast: What To Look For In A Cancer Doctor
Podcast: What To Look For In A Cancer Doctor by S. Terry Kraus, M.D. Dr. Terry Kraus goes over his tips for how people who have cancer and their families can evaluate and choose physicians to treat their cancer. He explains why it's important that the...
Podcast: What to Look For In a Cancer Hospital
Podcast: What to Look For In a Cancer Hospital by S. Terry Kraus, M.D. Dr. Terry Kraus explains what patients who have cancer should look for when deciding on a cancer hospital. Is the hospital staff courteous? Are the facilities clean? Is the hospital...