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Keeping A Lid On The Cost Of Health Care

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As the cost of health care continues to rise, what can patients do to help? Dr. John Santa is director of the Consumer Reports Health Ratings Center. We talk with him about Choosing Wisely, a campaign to encourage doctors and patients to ask questions to avoid unnecessary medical tests and procedures.

Also this hour: Have you been using the spring weather to work in your garden? Our gardening experts join us to answer your questions. Give us a call at 206.543.5869 or send an email to weekday@kuow.org