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

July

2010 Dates for Smart Medicine episodes:

WKNO, Channel 10 and WKNO-HD (Digital Ch. 10-1)
7/29 at 8 p.m.
7/30 at 1 a.m.
7/31 at 2:30 p.m.
8/1 at noon

WKNO2 (Digital Ch. 10-2)
8/1 at 9:30 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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Cover Story:
New Lung Procedure
GPS technology seems to be everywhere, in our cars, in our cell phones, it’s even found in some of our watches. This technology is also being applied in surgery to help guide doctors in diagnosing cancer.
Medical Headlines
Each month, Smart Medicine covers recent medical headlines. Click here to read this month's edition.
Look Good Feel Great:
Bridal Workout
Spring has sprung, and we are heading into wedding season. Whether you have months or just weeks before you walk down the aisle, getting in better shape before the big day can be a big chore without some help.
Her Baptist:
Pregnancy After 40
Having a child is a natural process, but for women older than 40, the risks associated with pregnancy increase for the mother and child. However, there are ways for women to deal with those concerns.
Heart of the Matter
HeartMate II
Charles McDaniel, a registered nurse at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis, discusses HeartMate II, a permanent, assistive device for patients with advanced heart failure.
Featured Video:
Losing Weight After Having a Baby

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On the Menu:
Vegetarian Dishes
Many people today adopt a vegetarian lifestyle for a number of reasons, such as following a healthy diet. Clinical dietitian Allison Dilzell discusses ways to make meat-free meals.
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Your Child's Health:
Car Seat Safety
It is important to look out for those who cannot look out for themselves. That is why all 50 states and the District of Columbia have child restraint laws. A lot of parents put their children in car seats, but many are not using them correctly, which puts their children at risk. Doug Johnson looks at what you should do to protect your child’s health.

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