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CURRENT and UPCOMING PROGRAMS: 
FAT: What No One is Telling You This 90-minute program narrated by Meredith Vieira, gives viewers a window into the intense human dramas that rage inside people who have been labeled obese and explains why their weight problem is so hard to solve. Even the most disciplined effort is beyond the abilities of many people - not because of weakness, but because of the complex mix of biology and environmental factors that make it a lot easier to gain weight than to lose it. The Hidden Epidemic: Heart Disease in America More than half of all people who die of heart disease succumb suddenly without warning--and the other half have the disease lurking in their bodies for many years before it strikes. There is no cure, but doctors are making remarkable discoveries about the disease: where it starts, how it occurs, and what that means for us. Following the documentary, CNN's Larry King hosts a half-hour discussion featuring some of the country's top medical experts and physicians who present important strategies and practical tactics for improving the health of your heart.
This four-part television series takes a 'no-blame' approach to the crisis in health care, focusing not just on errors or problems, but also on positive stories about change. The goal of the series is to inspire and empower viewers, both members of the public and health care professionals, to join in efforts to improve dramatically the quality of American health care This local follow-up to the national series examines how healthcare is being transformed in Minnesota, with a special emphasis on diabetes.
Age Well, Live Well: A Town Hall Forum A lively discussion with Minnesotans about our changing demographics and community strategies to help us age well and live well. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer and co-produced with the Minnesota Board on Aging.
A Lion in the House: Minnesotans Connect In this follow-up to the two-part Independent Lens special, tpt brings together Minnesota's leaders in childhood cancer treatment and research for a wide-ranging discussion. The goal is to increase awareness among health care providers, patients, families and employers about the issues affecting the quality of life for cancer survivors and their loved ones.
Breast Cancer survivors describe their cancer experience and how they navigated the healthcare system. Survivors, women of all ages, community health workers and doctors discuss cultural barriers to treatment. The program is available online in English, Spanish, Hmong and Somali languages.
With the May 15 deadline for enrolling fast approaching, this program provides updated information to help Medicare beneficiaries sort through the myriad choices offered under their new prescription drug benefit. A follow-up co-production with the Minnesota Senior Federation and National Institute of Health Policy at St. Thomas.
The New Medicine explores the burgeoning movement of integrative medicine. This two-hour documentary highlights the latest scientific research into the relationship between the mind and body and the new emphasis on treating the whole patient: mind, body, and spirit.
The New Medicine in Minnesota Hosted by Almanac's Cathy Wurzer, the program includes a panel discussion, segments on two innovative integrative medicine programs, and a question/answer session with the studio audience. Visit the companion site for details.
This local production aims to assist Medicare recipients and those who make decisions for them as they sort through the myriad choices for Medicare's new drug benefits. Hosted by Fred de Sam Lazaro & former Senator Dave Durenberger. Produced in partnership with Minnesota Senior Federation. This 90-minute documentary is based on David Shenk's best-selling book The Forgetting. The program takes a compassionate, all-encompassing look at Alzheimer's that covers the history and biology of the disease, the intense real-world experiences of Alzheimer's patients and caregivers, and the race to find a cure. |
6PM Sunday, June 17 - Los Ninos En Su Casa: Alfabetazion Familiar 
