Broadcast Schedule
Upcoming broadcasts on WKNO, Public Television for the Mid-South (Memphis, Tenn.)

June

2010 Dates for Smart Medicine episodes:

WKNO, Channel 10 and WKNO-HD (Digital Ch. 10-1)
6/24 at 8 p.m.
6/25 at 1 a.m.
6/26 at 2:30 p.m.
6/27 at noon

WKNO2 (Digital Ch. 10-2)
6/26 at 6:30 p.m.
6/26 at 9:30 p.m.
6/27 at 2:30 p.m.
7/3 at 6:30 p.m.


Baptist is the underwriting sponsor of a monthly health newsmagazine show called Smart Medicine, which is broadcast on WKNO-TV Channel 10. Hosted by news anchor Joe Birch, the news program features various Mid-South medical and health experts discussing the latest health news and services available in the area.

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What's on Smart Medicine in June?
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Cover Story:
Simulation Center
Doctors, nurses and other medical professionals are turning to technology to help them learn new skills and brush up on old ones. Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis is expanding its efforts to improve patient care while protecting patient safety with its new simulation center.
Medical Headlines
Each month, Smart Medicine covers recent medical headlines. Click here to read this month's edition.
Look Good Feel Great:
Yoga Stretches
When it comes to exercise, most people focus on walking, jogging, weight training and a host of other activities. However, there is one thing many forget, and it is one of the most important elements of a workout.
Her Baptist:
Elective C-Sections
Thousands of babies are welcomed into the world every day, but there are risks to everything; even being born. An increasing number of births are being accomplished by Caesarean or “C” section. Lurene Cachola looks at why elective C-sections might be a safer option for some women.
Heart of the Matter
Cooling Therapy
Mark Ottens, director of emergency and pediatric services at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis, discusses cooling therapy, a different type of emergency treatment for people suffering cardiac arrest.
Featured Video:
Losing Weight After Having a Baby

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On the Menu:
Spicy Foods
Spices are the variety of life, and clinical dietitian Allison Dilzell shows viewers how to kick recipes up a notch by adding a little spice.
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Your Child's Health:
Sports Injuries
Hard-working young athletes can be found in many places – on the court, on the playing field or, increasingly, in the emergency room. Kids often play sports as intensely as any adult, and that intensity can lead to serious injuries.

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