Season 2015
- 1Early Cancer Detection6 Apr 2015
- 2Preventing Dementia4 May 2015
- 3Kampo: Wisdom of Japanese Traditional Medicine1 Jun 2015
- 4Relief for Aching Backs6 Jul 2015
- 5Sleepless No More7 Sep 2015
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Medical Frontiers
Japan is a world leader in health care. This program explores cutting-edge Japanese medical technologies and tips for a healthy lifestyle.
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Seasons (12)
Season 2016
- 1Medical Frontiers Special, Search for Japanese Superfoods1 Jan 2016
Season 2017
- 1Steering Clear of Spikes24 Oct 2017
- 2Power of Periodontal Care31 Oct 2017
- 3New Tools for Breast Cancer7 Nov 2017
- 4Eradicating Stomach Cancer14 Nov 2017
- 5Telemedicine Transforms Healthcare21 Nov 2017
- 6Robotic Elderly Care28 Nov 2017
- 7Harnessing Brain Signals for Rehabilitation5 Dec 2017
- 8Power of Kampo Medicine: Easing Cancer Treatment12 Dec 2017
- 9Power of Kampo Medicine: Improving Mental Health19 Dec 2017
Season 2018
- 1Walking Again With Robotics2 Jan 2018
- 2Practice Makes Perfect9 Jan 2018
- 3Detecting Traces of Cancer16 Jan 2018
- 4Medical Frontiers Special - Search for Superfoods in Kanazawa -23 Jan 2018
- 53D Surgical Revolution6 Feb 2018
- 6Muscles to the Rescue13 Feb 2018
- 7Healing Headaches Naturally20 Feb 2018
- 8Medical Frontiers Special - Hug Me, Robot! -24 Feb 2018
- 9Omega-3 for Better Health27 Feb 2018
- 10Stiff Shoulders: A Health Warning Signal6 Mar 2018
- 11Our Internal Clocks and Health13 Mar 2018
- 12Gut Flora: Fighting Lifestyle-Related Diseases20 Mar 2018
- 13Gut Flora: Enhancing Immunity27 Mar 2018
- 14Getting Back on Your Feet10 Apr 2018
- 15Growing New Blood Vessels17 Apr 2018
- 16Back Off, Back Pain!24 Apr 2018
- 17Regenerative Medicine: Fat-derived Stem Cells1 May 2018
- 18Regenerative Medicine: Cell Sheets8 May 2018
- 19Gamma Rays for the Brain15 May 2018
- 20Another Chance for Stroke Patients22 May 2018
- 21The Science of Fatigue29 May 2018
- 22Eat to Cure5 Jun 2018
- 23Cancer Treatment on Target12 Jun 2018
- 24Medical Frontiers Special - Search for Japanese Superfoods -16 Jun 2018
- 25Attacking Cancer Through Blood Vessels19 Jun 2018
- 26Boosting the Immune System: New Cancer Drug26 Jun 2018
- 27Restoring Speech3 Jul 2018
- 28Japan-Crafted Artificial Joints10 Jul 2018
- 29From Apnea to Zzz17 Jul 2018
- 30Communication Robots and Elderly Care24 Jul 2018
- 31A Sea Change in Medicine31 Jul 2018
- 32Never Too Late7 Aug 2018
- 33Saliva Talks14 Aug 2018
- 34The Brain Can Be Regenerated4 Sep 2018
- 35Medical Frontiers Special - Search for Superfoods in Okinawa -8 Sep 2018
- 36Eye-Opening Treatments11 Sep 2018
- 37Medical Frontiers Special - Search for Superfoods in Oita -16 Sep 2018
- 38Custom-Made for Your Heart16 Oct 2018
- 39Gums, Germs and Healing23 Oct 2018
- 40Joint Resolution20 Nov 2018
- 41Put Your Best Foot Forward27 Nov 2018
- 42Nobel Laureate Changed Cancer Treatments11 Dec 2018
Season 2019
- 1Series Acupuncture: Complementary Cancer Treatments8 Jan 2019
- 2Medical Frontiers Special - Search for Superfoods in Niigata13 Jan 2019
- 3Series Acupuncture: Painless Needles for Pain15 Jan 2019
- 4High-Tech Fall Prevention19 Feb 2019
- 5Warmth is Good Medicine26 Feb 2019
- 6Obesity as Disease19 Mar 2019
- 7Robotic Hand for the Future26 Mar 2019
- 8Medical Frontiers Special - Search for Superfoods in Okinawa5 Apr 2019
- 9Robotic Surgery Revolution23 Apr 2019
- 10Training the Brain to Boost Hearing29 Apr 2019
- 11Your Cells Can Cure Joint Pain13 May 2019
- 12Detecting Cancer with AI20 May 2019
- 13The Road to Patient Safety15 Jul 2019
- 14Minimally Invasive Lung Cancer Treatment22 Jul 2019
- 15Superfoods in Shiga - Blessings of Lake Biwa16 Sep 2019
- 16Superfoods in Shiga - A Diet Influenced by Buddhism23 Sep 2019
- 17Ningen Dock for Your Health21 Oct 2019
- 18Super-micro Surgery28 Oct 2019
- 19Reawaken the Ovaries to Give Birth26 Nov 2019
- 20Treating Cancer with CyberKnife2 Dec 2019
Season 2020
- 1Cutting-Edge Cancer Treatments: Fluorescence-Guided Surgery13 Jan 2020
- 2Cutting-Edge Cancer Treatments: Advancing Genomic Medicine20 Jan 2020
- 3Superfoods in Shimane - Turning to Tradition for Health17 Feb 2020
- 4Superfoods in Shimane - Clues to Becoming a Centenarian24 Feb 2020
- 5iPS Cells Part 1: Regenerating Organs and Nerves16 Mar 2020
- 6iPS Cells Part 2: Drug Development for Intractable Diseases23 Mar 2020
- 7Early Detection of the "Silent Killer"20 Apr 2020
- 8The Ultimate Surgery for Rectal Cancer27 Apr 2020
- 9Unmasking the Virus25 May 2020
- 10Fighting COVID-19: The Role of Immune Cells15 Jun 2020
- 11Strengthening Immunity Against COVID-1922 Jun 2020
- 12The Autonomic Nervous System: A Regulator of Immunity20 Jul 2020
- 13COVID-19: The True Value of Vaccines21 Sep 2020
- 14COVID-19: Healthcare's New Normal - Protecting Both Staff and Patients28 Sep 2020
- 15Preventing Infection with Mucosal Immunity19 Oct 2020
- 16Understanding Depression: A Disorder Surging amid the Pandemic27 Oct 2020
- 17Atopic Dermatitis: Breaking the Itch-Scratch Cycle30 Nov 2020
- 18Preventing Alzheimer's Disease7 Dec 2020
Season 2021
- 1COVID-19: Lessons from the "Japan Model"18 Jan 2021
- 2COVID-19: Preventing Infection Through Visualization25 Jan 2021
- 3Treating Scars with Mechanotherapy15 Feb 2021
- 4COVID-19: The Mystery of Prolonged Symptoms22 Feb 2021
- 5Gut Microbiota: An Amazing Power to Regulate Health16 Mar 2021
- 6Gut Microbiota: Defeating Intractable Diseases23 Mar 2021
- 7Cancer Immunotherapy: Targeting Tumors with Light and Antibodies10 May 2021
- 8Cancer Immunotherapy: NKT Cells, the Immune System's "Queen Bee"17 May 2021
- 9Telemedicine for Remote Areas28 Jun 2021
- 10Preemptive Medicine for Dementia19 Jul 2021
- 11Tackling Dementia After Onset26 Jul 2021
- 12Medical Smart Revolution16 Aug 2021
- 13Aromas' Surprising Healing Powers20 Sep 2021
- 14Game Changers in Cancer Testing11 Oct 2021
- 15COVID-19: The Potential of Antibody Drugs18 Oct 2021
- 16Killing Cancer Cells with a Virus25 Oct 2021
- 17The Health Benefits of Green Tea Catechins22 Nov 2021
- 18Burning Fat with Fat Cells29 Nov 2021
- 19Medical Smart Revolution6 Dec 2021
- 20Preemptive Medicine for Dementia13 Dec 2021
- 21Tackling Dementia After Onset20 Dec 2021
- 22Aromas' Surprising Healing Powers27 Dec 2021
Season 2022
- 1Brain Regeneration: Transplanting Patients' Own Cells24 Jan 2022
- 2Regenerative Medicine Using Living Cell Tubes31 Jan 2022
- 3Destroying Cancer with Boron and Neutrons21 Feb 2022
- 4The Culprit Behind Osteoporosis28 Feb 2022
- 5The Health Benefits of Green Tea Catechins7 Mar 2022
- 6Cancer Immunotherapy: NKT Cells, the Immune System's "Queen Bee"14 Mar 2022
- 7Easing Chronic Pain Through the Brain21 Mar 2022
- 8Telemedicine for Remote Areas28 Mar 2022
- 9The Ultimate Surgery for Rectal Cancer4 Apr 2022
- 10Atopic Dermatitis: Breaking the Itch-Scratch Cycle11 Apr 2022
- 11Preventing Alzheimer's Disease18 Apr 2022
- 12Treating Scars with Mechanotherapy25 Apr 2022
- 13Gut Microbiota: An Amazing Power to Regulate Health2 May 2022
- 14Gut Microbiota: Defeating Intractable Diseases9 May 2022
- 15Telemedicine for Remote Areas16 May 2022
- 16Exploring the Mystery of Good Sleep23 May 2022
- 17Visualizing Tiny Blood Vessels in 3D30 May 2022
- 18Medical Smart Revolution6 Jun 2022
- 19Aromas' Surprising Healing Powers13 Jun 2022
- 20Japan's Best Hospital for Parkinson's Disease20 Jun 2022
- 21Fighting COVID-19 With Kampo Medicine27 Jun 2022
- 22COVID-19: The Potential of Antibody Drugs4 Jul 2022
- 23Killing Cancer Cells with a Virus11 Jul 2022
- 24Detecting Cancer with AI18 Jul 2022
- 25The Road to Patient Safety25 Jul 2022
- 26Visualizing Each Patient's Heart Accurately1 Aug 2022
- 27Lifelike Surgical Training Model8 Aug 2022
- 28Minimally Invasive Lung Cancer Treatment15 Aug 2022
- 29Superfoods in Shiga - Blessings of Lake Biwa22 Aug 2022
- 30Superfoods in Shiga - A Diet Influenced by Buddhism29 Aug 2022
- 31Ningen Dock for Your Health5 Sep 2022
- 32Reawaken the Ovaries to Give Birth12 Sep 2022
- 33Cutting-Edge Regenerative Medicine for the Knees19 Sep 2022
- 34Stopping Migraines in Their Tracks26 Sep 2022
- 35Vitamin C: The Key to Health and Longevity25 Oct 2022
- 36Virtual Reality's Potential to Change Medicine1 Nov 2022
- 37Transforming Ophthalmology With AI6 Dec 2022
- 38Nursing Technology for Care With Dignity13 Dec 2022
Season 2023
- 1How the Muscles Prevent Disease23 Jan 2023
- 2Transforming Surgery With Japan's First Surgical Robot30 Jan 2023
- 3Groundbreaking New Drug for Breast Cancer6 Mar 2023
- 4Early Detection Technologies to Prevent Dementia14 Mar 2023
- 5Japanese Treatment EAT for Long COVID22 May 2023
- 6Thorough Examinations for Causes of Dizziness29 May 2023
- 7New Horizon in Cancer Care: Heavy Ion Radiotherapy26 Jun 2023
- 8Oral Bacteria: The Key to Health3 Jul 2023
- 9Breakthroughs in Stopping Aging7 Aug 2023
- 10The Power of Natto, a Japanese Superfood14 Aug 2023
- 11Treating Lumbar Disc Hernias With a Single Shot2 Oct 2023
- 12Tackling Heart Failure Through the Kidneys9 Oct 2023
- 13Walking Again With Robotic Rehabilitation7 Nov 2023
- 14Challenges in Preventing Depression Relapse13 Nov 2023
Season 2024
- 1Destroying Pancreatic Cancer With Ultrasound8 Jan 2024
- 2The Power of Vitamin D: From Osteoporosis to Cancer15 Jan 2024
- 3New Findings on Walking and Running6 Feb 2024
- 4Detecting Heart Disease With Intravascular Imaging13 Feb 2024
- 5Genomic Testing for Lung Cancer12 Mar 2024
- 6Fascia: Cause of Chronic Pain19 Mar 2024
- 7Need Good Sleep? Reset Your Body Clock14 May 2024
- 8Preventing Blindness With iPS Cells21 May 2024
- 9Acupuncture to Improve Quality of Life17 Jun 2024
- 10ICIs: Key to Surviving Cancer25 Jun 2024
- 11Bring Your Blood Pressure Down!6 Aug 2024
- 12Life-Saving Weight Loss Tips13 Aug 2024
- 13Hydrogen Gas Could Save Lives30 Sep 2024
- 14Why You Shouldn't Ignore a Stuffy Nose7 Oct 2024
- 15Control Constipation to Control Your Life18 Nov 2024
- 16Muse Cells: A New Stem Cell Treatment25 Nov 2024
Season 2025
- 1Nuclear Medicine to Treat Cancer6 Jan 2025
- 2Exercise Is the Key to Surviving Cancer14 Jan 2025
- 3Preventing Life-Threatening Chronic Kidney Disease11 Feb 2025
- 4Technology to Tackle Pressure Injuries18 Feb 2025
- 5Treating COPD for Longevity17 Mar 2025
- 6A Long-Lasting Artificial Hip Joint To Change Your Life25 Mar 2025
- 7Capturing Awakenings for Better Sleep20 May 2025
- 8Things You Should Do To Prevent CKD (Chronic Kidney Disease)26 May 2025
- 9The Impact of Biologics on Inflammatory Diseases1 Jul 2025
- 10Dementia: Long-Term Study Reveals New Findings8 Jul 2025
- 11Rectal Cancer: Advances in Anus-Preserving Surgery11 Aug 2025
- 12Glaucoma: The Fight to Prevent Blindness18 Aug 2025
- 13Matcha's Power, Explained by Science6 Oct 2025
- 14New Approach To Treating Pancreatic Disease13 Oct 2025
- 15Dental Breakthroughs To Save Your Smile24 Nov 2025
- 16Straightening a Bent Spine Through Exercise1 Dec 2025
Season 2026
- 1Immunotherapy: New Hope for Uterine Cancer5 Jan 2026
- 2New Ways to Slow Alzheimer's Disease12 Jan 2026
- 3Better Hearing May Prevent Dementia16 Feb 2026
- 4Gut Bacteria for Parkinson's and ADHD23 Feb 2026
- 5GLP-1 Drugs for Obesity: Benefits and Risks16 Mar 2026
- 6Keeping the Heartbeat Steady23 Mar 2026
- 7Hope for ALS and Beyond: Nucleic Acid Therapeutics18 May 2026
- 8Goodbye, Tough Workouts: Japan's 3-Second Training25 May 2026
- 9Proton Beam Therapy for Cancer: Preserving Quality of Life29 Jun 2026
- 10Breaking New Ground Against Melanoma6 Jul 2026
- 11Zinc: Unsung Hero of Good Health11 Aug 2026
- 12When Lung Cancer Strikes Nonsmokers18 Aug 2026