Webisodes

The following Episodes have special short companion "Webisodes" available. Watch them below or visit the individual episode pages.

Episodesort icon Webisode Episode number
Hearing Loss

Isolation and depression can often be a result of hearing loss, but there are good treatments, including hearing aids and surgery.  Learn about the actions you can take right now to protect yourself from hearing loss.

Visit the full episode page

See video
See video
504
Heart Replacement

Heart failure is a condition in which the heart can't pump enough blood throughout the body. Heart failure does not mean that your heart has stopped or is about to stop working. It means that your heart is not able to pump blood the way it should.

Visit the full episode page

See video
710
Hip Fracture

A hip fracture caused by a fall is a great fear and a reality for our aging population.  Getting treatment and proper rehabilitation is key to getting mobility and independence back after a fall.

Visit the full episode page

See video
608
HIV In Middle Age

While sexually transmitted diseases were once thought of as a problem in the young population, diseases such as HIV are rising at alarming rates in the middle age and elderly.  Second Opinion addresses the social, medical, physical and cultural factors that are contributing to this trend.

Visit the full episode page

See video
611
Hospital Acquired Infection

Hospital acquired infections are a growing problem in the U.S., however there are steps that healthcare systems can do to protect patients, and actions that you can take to protect yourself.

Visit the full episode page

See video
502