“It just became so clear that this was going to be a population that was going to be ignored if I didn’t do something about it,” one of the doctors said. Source
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Medical marijuana ads could hit airwaves soon in Chicago
Commercials for medical marijuana, and related businesses could be coming to cable providers in the Chicago area very soon. One ad that aims to get people cleared for marijuana prescriptions has been getting mixed reviews from industry experts. WBBM-TV’s Dorothy Tucker reports. Source
“NCIS”: Preview of 250th episode
The 250th episode of NCIS airs tonight at 8 p.m. ET on CBS. Source
Doctor ties to big pharma: Who may benefit most from information
Charlie Ornstein, a senior editor for the independent, non-profit news website ProPublica, discusses who many find information about doctor payments most beneficial. Source
Talking ties to big pharma: How to address connections with drug companies with your doctor
Not looking for a confrontation? Charlie Ornstein, a senior editor for the independent, non-profit news website ProPublica, addresses how newly-released information can empower patients to ask more questions. Source
Vice CEO Shane Smith on what’s off limits
Shane Smith, co-founder and CEO of Vice, discusses topics his brand won’t cover and how criticism from the “old guard” adds numbers to his audience. Source
Vice CEO Shane Smith on “giving the magazine to the interns”
Shane Smith, co-founder and CEO of Vice, discusses how his company offers their interns greater opportunities than other companies. Source
“Wearable robot” gives paralyzed patients hope for life without wheelchair
Patients and researchers testing the ReWalk exoskeleton at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York are hoping the device gets approved by the FDA for home use. That would allow paraplegics to walk, climb stairs and avoid the health complications that come with being inactive in a wheelchair. Ryan Jaslow reports. Source
BPA exposure linked to prostate cancer risk
Daily health headlines: Common chemical BPA linked to more health effects, healthy new federal lunch standards may be working, plus more top stories Source
Teen sues parents for college money
An honor student and cheerleader at Morris Catholic High School, in New Jersey, is suing her parents, claiming they abandoned her when she turned 18, refusing to pay for college. WCBS’ Christine Sloan reports. Source