Therapy Dogs
The best medicine could be a drug - or a dog. For years, doctors have known the value of therapy dogs - but until recently the reports have been largely anecdotal. Now, with new research, funding and clinical trials, animal assisted therapy is on the rise. This documentary shows how man's best friend is being utilized in Western Pennsylvania to help hospital patients, teenagers traumatized by a school tragedy, and even stressed-out college students cramming for finals.
Therapy Dogs aired on Nov 06, 2014.
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As part of a special series of programs under the banner "Managing Marcellus" -- WQED will be presenting a LIVE forum on Energy & Economic Impact. WQED hosts Michael Bartley and Tonia Caruso will convene a panel of economic and Marcellus Shale experts.
Original airdate: Jan 26, 2012
32 counties, One vision, the Power of Regional Thinking. In this special, one hour town hall meeting, representatives of the Power of 32 lay out their goals and strategies for 32 counties in Western Pennsylvania, Eastern Ohio, the West Virginia Panhandle, and Western Maryland. The goal is to create one vibrant region by 2025 by sharing resources and planning in six key areas, the environment, education, transportation and infrastructure, people and communities, governance, and the economy.
Original airdate: Nov 03, 2011
On September 11, 2001 the heroes aboard Flight 93 made an attempt to regain control of the aircraft after four hijackers took control of the aircraft's cockpit and diverted the flight towards Washington, D.C. The plane crashed near Shanksville, PA where a permanent memorial now stands. Michael Bartley talks to the residents of Shanksville about their memories -- and moving on.
Original airdate: Sep 08, 2011
An original performance from the Unseam'd Shakespeare Company dramatizing issues raised by Marcellus Shale drilling in Western Pennsylvania. For more information and to view our other specials, visit our dedicated Managing Marcellus site.
Original airdate: Aug 02, 2011
Everyone has a story. We can all look back on our lives and break them down into "chapters." The same holds true for patients with a life limiting illness who are living out - or thinking about - their last chapter. In this one hour documentary, we take viewers inside the hospital, hospice, homes and lives of palliative and hospice care recipients and providers.
Original airdate: Jun 30, 2011
This panel discussion is focused on End of Life planning and the myriad of issues families, patients and healthcare providers face when confronted with the end of life.
Original airdate: Jun 29, 2011
