Each week, FOX 9 Medical Expert, Dr. Archelle Georgiou gives viewers additional insight on new medical research and health topics in the news.
This week, on MyFOX Health, she talks about:

1) Marijuana Use in Teenagers: A national study showed that cigarette smoking is decreasing and marijuana use is increasing in teenagers. FInd
out why marijuana and other dangerous drugs are on the rise in teens.

2) Children with Mental Health Issues: In a recent study, thirteen percent of kids between ages 8-15 had some sort of mental health issues but about half of had not seen a health professional for their symptoms in the past year. Find out why older children and boys…are most likely to be treated.

3) Drinking Fat? The New York City Health Department released a video in an effort to prevent people from drinking sugary beverages. Do commercials
like this really work to discourage people from eating sugary drinks?

4) Nearsighted Vision: Johns Hopkins Study showa that 66% more people are near-sighted now than in the 1970's. Yes, it can be treated with glasses, contacts or surgery. But, what's the underlying cause and who is at risk?

5) Medications During Hospitalization: 96% of hospitalized patients don't remember medications that were prescribed while they were in the hospital.
Antibiotics, cardiovascular medications and antithrombotics were the most commonly omitted medications on the checklist. WHat can you do to prevent an adverse event?