A law student in London was prescribed weight loss medication and later found dead in her dorm room. Following this tragedy, tests revealed that she not only had a congenital cardiac condition but was also experiencing side effects of the drug that may have contributed to an abnormal heart rhythm. Michelle Perro, M.D. joins the show, today, to share her thoughts on this tragedy and warn parents of the negative health effects of these products.
A recent study found that a majority of the foods tested contained oils other than avocado, suggesting that their labels are misleading and that consumers are overpaying for these items. Bella Yon returns to CHD.TV to provide viewers with the details.
A push is being made to expand the use of school-based health centers. These clinics pose a risk for children to receive medical interventions without parental knowledge or consent. They may be vaccinated, undergo medical examinations or given mental health counseling in spite of the family’s wishes. Kim Mack Rosenberg, Esq. is the guest for this segment of the program.
*The opinions expressed by the hosts and guests in this show are not necessarily the views of Children’s Health Defense.
