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Episode #12 - Overweight vs. Obesity

Weight is an issue that many people often deal with daily. Many have questions about  what is considered a healthy weight, overweight and/or obese. Obesity is a chronic disease.  For this episode, I have a great discussion with Dr. Avishkar Sabharwal, a board certified physician in Obesity & Lifestyle Medicine. We discuss different related topics from what is obesity to its impact on your overall health. In addition, we discuss how obesity is managed.  Please subscribe and download podcast episodes and provide a 5 star review if you find the content helpful. 

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Dr. Avishkar Sabharwal has a podcast focused on obesity. Please see link below:

https://decodingobesity.com/listen/

Episode #11 - What is Hypothyroidism?

January is Thyroid Awareness Month!  There are many types of thyroid conditions. This  episode will focus on hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism is a common medical condition. Listen to this episode to learn some quick and basic information about the disease. In addition, please check out the link below from the American Thyroid Association website to learn more about other thyroid diseases along with additional information about hypothyroidism.

https://www.thyroid.org/

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Episode #10 - Why is Cervical Cancer Screening Important?

 January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month!  Cervical Cancer is one of the most preventable female cancers.  Check out this episode to learn the basics about cervical cancer such as screening recommendations, signs and symptoms and preventative measures.  Below is the link referenced in the episode for the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (NBCCEDP) https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/nbccedp/screenings.htm

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Episode #9- Tis the Season for FLU...COVID...OR BOTH?

We are in the midst of flu season during a global pandemic. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), an average of 26 million people in the U.S. are infected with the influenza virus annually. This is an alarming statistic with the rising number of COVID-19 cases and deaths. This episode will focus on quick facts to know about influenza during this season, and how it compares to COVID-19 to better protect yourself.  

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Episode#8: Now Doc, What's Going On with My Blood Sugar?

More than 34 million Americans have diabetes. In addition, another 88 million have prediabetes.  In both groups, many don't know that they have it! Diabetes has impacted  so many lives. November is American Diabetes Month.  Understanding diabetes doesn't have to be complicated. Check out this episode to learn some simple but easy facts  to remember about diabetes. In addition, this episode will provide great information to live healthier with a diabetes diagnosis and possibly decrease the risk from developing the disease at all.  Together we can defeat diabetes! Below is the link for the website referenced during the episode for excellent resources.

American Diabetes Association website link

https://www.diabetes.org/

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Episode #7: COVID 19: Antivirals & Antibodies & Vaccines, Oh My!

There is an overwhelming amount of information about COVID-19 including COVID-19 testing, use of antivirals and monoclonal antibodies in its management.  In addition, there has been recent and significant media coverage about a COVID-19 vaccine on the horizon via Operation Warp Speed. My discussion with Dr. Christopher Barnes, Postdoctoral Fellow at the California Institute of Technology, helps to simplify much of this information because of his groundbreaking research of SARS-CoV-2 better known as COVID-19.  By listening to the episode, you will be able to gain great insight into the path of how the world is looking into combating the COVID-19 virus.

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Episode #6- Your Mental Health in the Midst of a Pandemic

These are not normal times! These are trying times! As a result, it can affect your overall mental health especially during a pandemic. My discussion with Dr. Chanda Mayers-Elder, psychiatrist, is a great way for us to begin to navigate this time of unchartered territory.  Let's become mentally healthy together because we are worth it!

Please check out the resources below referenced in episode for assistance: 

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI):  https://www.nami.org/Home

Essential Community Services: Dial 2-1-1  (covers roughly all 50 states)

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

https://www.thehotline.org/ 

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP(4357)

https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline

National Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-4AChild (1-800-422-4453)

https://www.childhelp.org/hotline/

 

 

Epiosode #5 -The Basics about Breast Cancer

Breast Cancer can affect both women and men. However, it is the most common cancer in women except for skin cancer.  Check out this episode to gain insight and obtain the basic knowledge on a complex topic, such as Breast Cancer. Please click on the link below referred to in this episode to learn more about the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (NBCCEDP).  

https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/nbccedp/screenings.htm

Episode #4 - What the Prostate?

Prostate Cancer is the second major cancer in the U.S. affecting men. However, it is not discussed as much compared to other cancers. This episode peels back the layers of this disease to raise awareness for men and to make women aware of a cancer likely to strike the men in their lives. 

https://www.urologyhealth.org/urologic-conditions/prostate-cancer#Diagnosis

Copy and paste url link above in address bar -will take you to Urology Foundation page, then go to Screening section and click on hyperlink for Prostate Screening Assessment tool to download and print as discussed in episode.

Episode #3 - Impact of Covid-19 on the Elderly vs. Young

We take a look at how extremely different Covid-19 has impacted the elderly versus the younger population and how we can potentially address these issues.