This week’s topics include radiation risk and coronary calcium scanning, capsule endoscopy, genetic markers for Alzheimer’s, and active commuting.

Program notes:
0:30 Capsule endoscopy
1:12 Identified about 60%
2:04 Aren’t as good as traditional colonscopy
2:28 ApoE and Alzheimer’s disease
3:20 More likely to develop memory decline earlier
4:04 No increased risk of depression or anxiety
5:08 Until this results in a change in treatment it isn’t worth it
5:31 Benefits of active commuting
6:16 Within five miles of work
7:02 Will require some changes in infrastructure
7:27 How much radiation due to coronary calcium scan
8:11 10 fold difference in amount of radiation
9:01 How much does it add to your ability to assess risk?
10:01 End

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