Sam Baker

Uvalde, Nashville, and more recently, Dallas and Arlington. School shootings are an ongoing problem. A Dallas psychologist offers suggestions on how parents can talk to children about this issue. bit.ly/3Mu6TbE @keranews #VitalSigns

The @CDCgov says one in four older Americans fall each year, and they can lead to serious injury or worse. A @utsw asst. prof. of geriatrics explains why and how older people can prevent falls. bit.ly/40T6xzp @keranews #VitalSigns

The latest community health survey from @Parkland and @DCHHS finds some progress made since the 2019 report, but major health disparities remain in southern Dallas County. bit.ly/3FT8XWJ @keranews #VitalSigns

It's the drug of choice for high cholesterol, but statins don't work for everyone for various reasons. A new study supports Nexletol (bempedoic acid) as a good alternative. A @texashealth cardiologist explains. bit.ly/3JrpZw9 @keranews #VitalSigns

Uterine fibroids pose a major difficulty for women who want to give birth. A Dallas OB-GYN at @TexasHealth is offering hope through her use of a laparoscopic myomectomy. She talks about one patient's experience. bit.ly/3LBrwm7 @keranews #VitalSigns

His family recently announced actor Bruce Willis has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia. A local geriatric medicine specialist with @texashealth says it's not surprising given his earlier diagnosis of aphasia. bit.ly/3kQI8uV @keranews

Once dominated by men, @ACtribeofTexas now has a female Second Chief for the first time in its 200-year history, and women make up half of its governing council. A conversation with the new chief: bit.ly/3SiXzIN @keranews

@CDCgov this month issued a warning about eye infections caused by a drug-resistant bacteria linked to the use of artificial tears. A @utsw opthalmologist tells what you need to know about infections and prevention. bit.ly/41heGyE #VitalSigns

All soreness is uncomfortable, but a @texashealth neurologist says aches and pains really are different - and it could determine whether you can treat the soreness at home or should consult a doctor. bit.ly/3Er53np @keranews #VitalSigns

@palejustice55 It's Sam Baker at KERA Radio. Could we get 15 min. or so with you tomorrow (Tues.) at 10 a.m. or after to record an interview about your piece in MavsMoneyball on what the Irving trade means for Jewish Mavs fans? Let me know: sbaker@kera.org

Doctors often use surgery, chemo, and radiation to treat the malignant brain cancer, glioblastoma. But it often recurs. A researcher at @utsw says "cooling" the cancer cells may produce a different outcome. bit.ly/3jxVqMb @keranews #VitalSigns

@Slate OK, didn’t pay attention to “21st”. But the award has gone to a woman of color: Norah Jones for “Come Away With Me” in 2003. Stop whining about Beyoncé. 32 Grammys? She has nothing to complain about.

If this were just the Grammys not clicking with Beyoncé, that would be one thing. But no Black woman has won the album prize in the 21st century. slate.trib.al/hAGd8VO

@Slate Wrong. Natalie Cole won best album (and best record) for “Unforgettable” in 1992.

@townbrad Brad, it's Sam Baker at KERA-FM. Can we get 10 to 15 minutes with you today (this morning, hopefully) to talk about Kyrie Irving? You could come in or we can record via Teams. sbaker@kera.org.

@US_FDA has approved new #COVID vaccine boosters for children under 5. They're formulated to protect against the Omicron variants, but you need the original vaccine first. Hear why that might be a problem in Dallas County, TX. bit.ly/3PDh5y8 @keranews

A recent study found getting too little sleep can lead to cravings for junk food. A registered dietitian @Parkland explains how and why. bit.ly/3W9GCkz @keranews #VItalSigns

#dementia Most say it stems from age, but new study results suggest such factors as education level, race and ethnicity can also play a role. A psychiatrist who specializes in geriatric mental health comments. bit.ly/3Gzf0B1 @keranews #VitalSigns

A recent report out of Switzerland suggests too much napping may contribute to heart disease, but a local cardiologist believes the real problem may lie with the person who's doing the napping. Here's why: bit.ly/3g93xNu @keranews #VitalSigns

@WBGO Route 66 East of the Sun (West of the Moon)

jazz songs that reference east, west, north, or south:

@WBGO I Put A Spell On You and Mississippi Goddam

Your favorite Nina Simone 🎶: