12:00: Discussing the current state of the opioid epidemic, both locally and nationally
1:00: Dr. Steve Cook on the latest with research and treatment for childhood obesity
Preliminary data from the CDC shows that in 2023, the number of opioid overdose deaths decreased for the first time in five years. Several factors have contributed to the decline, and some experts say the trend could continue. But many people who work in the field are concerned that the news could make people complacent about the crisis. They say the epidemic is still out of control. This hour, we discuss the state of the crisis both locally and nationally. Our guests:
- Robert Kent, president of Kent Strategic Advisors, LLC, and former general counsel for the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy
- Jennifer Faringer, director of DePaul's National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence-Rochester Area
Then in our second hour, Dr. Steve Cook has focused much of his work on child health, and more specifically, childhood obesity and quality of life. Our frequent guest is getting ready to take his career to Columbus, Ohio. This hour, we sit down with him in our studio for a final time to discuss what he has learned about the latest in childhood obesity research and treatment. Our guest:
- Steve Cook, M.D., associate professor of pediatrics and internal medicine at the University of Rochester and Golisano Children’s Hospital
