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Dr. Dean Ornish discusses health reform on Larry King Live
www.cnn.com

Senate Health Reform Testimony

Watch Testmony: http://help.senate.gov
Read Full testimony: PDF

Institute of Medicine's 'Summit on Integrative Medicine'
On February 26, 2009, Dr. Ornish presented the keynote lecture on reviewing the science of integrative medicine: www.iom.edu
Watch Dr. Ornish's lecture: www.imsummitwebcast.org 
View the slides of Dr. Ornish's lecture: (PDF)

 

Dean Ornish says your genes are not your fate | TED Talk Video
at: www.ted.com

Dean Ornish on the world's killer diet | TED Talk Video
at: www.ted.com

Dean Ornish on healing | TED Talk Video
at: www.ted.com

Dean Ornish on Stopping Prostate Cancer
Good Morning America

Dean Ornish on Treating the Whole Patient
Good Morning America

Dean Ornish on Breakthroughs in Cancer
Good Morning America

Dean Ornish on Charlie Rose
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Selected Press

Telemorase Study: Lancet Oncology (PDF)

Gene Expression Study: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PDF)

Stamford Hospital unveils the new Center for Integrative Medicine & Wellness (PDF)

Wall Street Journal: "'Alternative' Medicine Is Mainstream: Jan 9th, 2009
http://online.wsj.com

New York Times: "Senate Confirmation Hearing: Tom Daschle": Jan 8th, 2009
www.nytimes.com

BBC: "Clean living slows cell aging," Sept 15, 2008: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/7616660.stm

Scientific American:  “Can lifestyle changes bring out the best in genes?" June 17, 2008:
www.sciam.com/

San Francisco Chronicle, "Changing diet, exercise found to extend lives," Sept 16, 2008:
www.sfgate.com

Newsweek cover story, "Healer of Hearts," March 16, 1998: www.newsweek.com

Newsweek, "The Good Heart," Oct. 3, 2005:  www.newsweek.com

Newsweek, "Men's Health: Prostate Cancer's Difficult Choice," June 16, 2003:
www.newsweek.com

Newsweek, "The Prostate Plan," April 22, 2002: www.newsweek.com

USA Today, "Patient Calls Ornish Program 'Miraculous,'" Sept. 20, 1995
http://pqasb.pqarchiver.com/USAToday

USA Today, "Ultra-low-fat menu appears to help diabetics with heart risk," Mar 3, 2005:
http://pqasb.pqarchiver.com/USAToday/

USA Today, "Determined to be svelte by summer? Start today," Feb. 18, 2008:
http://pqasb.pqarchiver.com/USAToday

NewYork Times, "Dean Ornish Replies," Sept 17, 2008: http://tierneylab.blogs.nytimes.com

New York Times, "End of the Diet Wars," Aug 15, 2008: http://tierneylab.blogs.nytimes.com

New York Times, "Scientist At Work," Dec 29, 1998: http://query.nytimes.com

TIME magazine, "The Atkins Ornish South Beach Zone Diet," June 21, 2004:
www.time.com

TIME magazine, "A New Diet Equation," May 30, 2007, www.time.com

TIME magazine: "The Ornish Diet," May 30 2007, www.time.com

New York Times, "A Diet Rich in Partial Truths," July 13, 2002: http://query.nytimes.com

New York Times, "Unusual Heart Therapy Wins Coverage from Larger Insurer," July 28, 1993:
http://query.nytimes.com

Dr. Ornish's reply to the New York Times Tierney Lab

 

Dr. Ornish's Columns

Dr. Dean Ornish is the new Medical Editor of the Huffington Post
www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-dean-ornish

Dr. Ornish's Newsweek Columns

A Lifesaving Legacy PDF Opens in New Window
Judah Folkman transformed our understanding of cancer. Now his groundbreaking work is leading to new strategies for fighting obesity, Alzheimer's and scores of other conditions.

A Plan for Overweight Kids PDF Opens in New Window
The childhood obesity epidemic has been called 'the terrorist threat from within.' Now researchers armed with $500 million are taking aim at this public health disaster.

Bigger Brains, Better Genes PDF Opens in New Window
Believe it or not, those are among the benefits of exercising more and eating healthier.

Changing Your Lifestyle Can Change Your Genes PDF Opens in New Window
New research shows that improved diet, meditation and other non-medical interventions can actually "turn off" the diseasepromoting process in men with prostate cancer.

Chocolate to Live For PDF Opens in New Window
Not only does it taste good, studies show that it improves blood flow to your heart, lowers blood pressure, and other good stuff. What you need to know about a sweet and healthy favorite.

Ending the Sick Care System PDF Opens in New Window
Sen. Tom Harkin on why America cannot afford to skimp on preventive health care

Feel Better, Live Longer PDF Opens in New Window
Love and joy are the real secrets to healthy living.

Forget About Willpower PDF Opens in New Window
The real secret to sticking to your New Year's resolutions is knowing why you want to lose weight and live healthier. Fear of dying is not sustainable; joy of living is.

From Breakdown to Breakthrough PDF Opens in New Window
Proven strategies for helping you survive the stress and anxiety of trying times.

Genes are Only Part of the Story PDF Opens in New Window
In most cases, diet and lifestyle changes trump DNA if you're willing to make big enough changes.

Lifestyle Changes, Regime Changes PDF Opens in New Window
Fear doesn't work--whether it's in politics or at the breakfast table.

Lighten Up PDF Opens in New Window
New studies show that stress not only makes you gain weight, but it affects what you eat and even where you pack on those extra pounds. What you can do to stop it.

Like Parent, Like Child PDF Opens in New Window
The diet and lifestyle choices you make don't just affect you.

Talking with Edwards About Health Reform PDF Opens in New Window
In the first of a series, our columnist explores the candidates' positions on fixing the way we pay for medical care.

The Collapse of Primary Care PDF Opens in New Window
Disaster looms as medical students abandon family practice for higher-paying sub-specialties.

The Dark Side of Good Fats PDF Opens in New Window
While omega-3 fatty acids offer health benefits to most people, new research has found they may be dangerous to some patients.

The Garbage Trucks in Your Blood PDF Opens in New Window
The recent failure of a potential blockbuster drug designed to increase so-called 'good cholesterol' raises important issues about diet and heart health. What is HDL, anyway?

The Never-ending Diet Wars PDF Opens in New Window
A new study reports that the Atkins diet can be just as healthy as a low-fat diet. But don't start buying bacon yet. This research has some serious flaws.

The Toxic Power of Racism PDF Opens in New Window
Recent studies document the harmful effects of discrimination on our health.

Tortured Logic PDF Opens in New Window
There are important reasons why the most sacred medical oaths and doctrines prohibit doctors from participating in torture in any way.

What Matters Most PDF Opens in New Window
That simple question can play a powerful role in healing our lives.

Why Health Insurance Doesn't Work PDF Opens in New Window
Because of a growing awareness that the current system is unsustainable, reformers are promoting disease prevention. A look at one campaign leader.

Yes, Prevention is Cheaper than Treatment PDF Opens in New Window
Don't be misled by recent reports, changes in diet and lifestyle are still the most effective way to lower health-care costs. You'll feel better, too.

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A Peek into Dr. Dean Ornish's Pantry PDF Opens in New Window
Dr. Dean Ornish and his family practice what he preaches and it shows.

The Great Olive Oil Misconception PDF Opens in New Window
Dr. Ornish answers questions about the health value of canola oil versus olive oil.

Bust a Myth, Get a Benefit PDF Opens in New Window
Dr. Ornish sets us straight on common diet myths.

Fed Up? The Truth About Low Calorie Diets PDF Opens in New Window
Dr. Dean Ornish takes a hard look at the recent study about low-fat diets.