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To at least one resident of the fictional city of Metropolis, a new outer suburb being planned for some pristine farmland sounds like the American Dream come true. His brother, also a Metropolite but an advocate of smart growth, sees it as a nightmare. Moderated by Harvard Law School's Arthur Miller, this Fred Friendly Seminar seeks to understand the housing situation facing the U.S.-a burgeoning nation that creates more than 1.5 million new households...
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The fictional locale known as Eagle Bay is breathtakingly beautiful. First home to a handful of modest houses, over the decades it has transitioned into a neighborhood of stately mansions-except for one 50-acre parcel, whose owners now want to sell it for subdivision. This Fred Friendly Seminar moderated by Harvard Law School's Arthur Miller explores the complexities that arise when a family's freedom to sell its property clashes with their neighbors'...
28264) The Most Dangerous Game
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This film vividly retells Rochard Connell's famous short story about a megalomaniac who hunts human beings on his remote island.
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Year by year the tourist trade has dwindled in fictional Pingwah Falls, leaving the town practically bankrupt. When a plan was unveiled for a modern resort, everyone's hopes rose.until they learned the land is home to a threatened species of bird. In this Fred Friendly Seminar moderated by Harvard Law School's Arthur Miller, panelists including former county supervisor Tom Mullen; Christopher Williams, of the World Wildlife Fund; Kieran Suckling,...
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To compensate for a shortage of liquid Tamiflu® (oseltamivir phosphate) for children in pharmacies, provides instruction on how to make a Tamiflu® suspension, or liquid mixture that incorporates capsules' contents, at home. Provides referrals to CDC's online flu resources.
28269) Blood Sugar and Fears
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More than 20 million people in the United States suffer from type 2 diabetes and tens of millions more are at risk. There are simple steps that can prevent or delay type 2 diabetes: a healthy diet and exercise can help maintain an optimal body weight and reduce this risk. A Production of the CDC and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
28270) A Need to Know
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HIV and AIDS still pose a major threat to African-American men who engage in high risk behavior. These men need to know if they are HIV-positive to benefit from life-saving therapies and avoid infecting others. A Production of the CDC and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
28271) Hand Hygiene Saves Lives
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Every year, more than a million people develop infections while in the hospital. The best way to prevent these infections is to practice proper hand washing techniques. A Production of the CDC and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
28272) The Quiet Killer
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This clip explores carbon monoxide poisoning which leads to nearly 500 deaths and as many as 20,000 emergency room visits each year. Exposure to this odorless, colorless gas occurs primarily from poorly maintained heating systems or gas powered devices. A Production of the CDC and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
28273) Binge Drinking
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We all by now that binge drinking can lead to deadly car accidents, but some of the other outcomes are just as horrific. From unintended pregnancies and STDs, to injuries due to violence, binge drinking impacts communities on many levels. A Production of the CDC and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
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Early recognition of developmental disabilities can lead to a timely diagnosis. Disabilities such as autism can be detected by parents and caregivers by monitoring how children play, learn, speak, and act. A Production of the CDC and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
28275) Go with the Flow
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Every dollar spent on water fluoridation saves nearly thirty-eight dollars in dental costs. This clip explains how fluoridation delivered through the water supply protects teeth as they form in young children and throughout life. A Production of the CDC and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
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Let's Stop HIV Together is a national campaign designed to increase awareness and decrease the stigma of HIV. Individuals, including singer Jamar Rogers, discuss living with HIV and the support they have received-or not received-from their families and friends. A Production of the CDC and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
28277) Take 3: Seasonal Flu
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Dr. Joe Bresee offers suggestions for what to do when you have the flu. In a play on the old saying, "Take two aspirin and call me in the morning." Dr. Bresee explains that taking three may save your life. A Production of the CDC and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
28278) Inside Knowledge
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This clip explains the symptoms related to the five main gynecologic cancers: cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar. Women are advised to learn what is normal for them and see a doctor if they think something is wrong. A Production of the CDC and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
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Colds, flu, most sore throats, and bronchitis are caused by viruses and therefore not treatable with antibiotics. In fact, the use of antibiotics when you have a virus can do more harm than good. Patients and their families need to work with their health care provider and pharmacist to find the best treatments. A Production of the CDC and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
28280) Be Brave
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Gynecologic cancer survivor Jenny Allen urges women to see a doctor if they have symptoms that last longer that two weeks. She explains how her symptoms led to a diagnosis of uterine and ovarian cancers and her treatment. A Production of the CDC and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).