Wisconsin and other parts of the nation are experiencing a drought. We discuss what’s caused the conditions and what to watch for. Then, we get two perspectives on the newly FDA-approved drug to fight Alzheimer’s.
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Drought In Southern Wisconsin, Western United States
A metrologist explains what to make of the droughts happening in Wisconsin and the West.
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Two Takes On Newly-Approved Anti-Alzheimer's Drug
In a decision that continues to divide the medical community, the Food And Drug Administration recently approved a new drug to fight Alzheimer’s. We take a look at how it works, why it’s controversial and what the approval could mean for the future of regulation of prescription drugs.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Colleen Leahy Producer
- Bill Martens Producer
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Jonathan Erdman Guest
- Dr. Andrew Budson Guest
- Dr. Matthew Schrag Guest
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