Virtual Care: From Telehealth to Telemedicine

Posted on December 19, 2019 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam talks with Robert Gianforcaro—executive medical director of population health and virtual care at UNC—about virtual care, from telehealth to telemedicine.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill

• Saturday, December 14 at 9 a.m.
• Sunday, December 15 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Monday, December 16 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

• Sunday, December 15 at 7 a.m.

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Research That Matters (min 0-8:06)
- Baby and me tobacco free program provides support, counseling and incentives for pregnant women to quit smoking
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Disclaimers on retouched photos ineffective for negative body image
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Cell phone distractions linked to increase in head and neck injuries
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Permanent hair dyes and straighteners increase risk of breast cancer
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
Conversations with Robert Gianforcaro (min 8:06-31:30)
- Telehealth
House Calls (min 31:30-40:00)
- My doctor found a slight thickening of one of my heart chambers with an echocardiogram. I am on high blood pressure medication. He said I should lose weight. What do you think?
  - How to Prevent Heart Disease
- I sometimes have to call multiple times to get test results from my doctor.
  - Talking to your doctor
- How often do I need to get my blood level checked when I’m on a new blood thinner?
  - Blood Thinners
- How does a plan based diet affect the environment?
  - The Case for Plant Based

New Book Tells the Story of The Great Pretender

Posted on December 7, 2019 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam talks with Susannah Cahalan—author of the critically acclaimed memoir Brain on Fire—about her new book The Great Pretender.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill

• Saturday, December 7 at 9 a.m.
• Sunday, December 8 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Monday, December 9 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

• Sunday, December 8 at 7 a.m.

Listen to the show!
Download the episode from the Carolina Digital Repository

Research That Matters (min 0-8:31)
- Intensive heart treatments not always needed
  - News about the study
  - Summary of the study presented at the American Heart Association Annual Scientific Sessions (AHA 2019), Philadelphia, PA, November 16, 2019
- Associations between screen time and brain development in 3-5 year-olds
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- World scientists’ warn of global climate emergency
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
Conversations with Susannah Cahalan (min 8:31-31:00)
House Calls (min 31:00-40:00)
- What causes COPD flare ups?
  - COPD
- My family has a history of heart disease. What should I be doing for my health?
  - Heart Diseases
  - How to Lower Cholesterol
- I’m 90 years old. What can I do to make sure I reach 100?
  - Healthy Aging

The Rising Science of Falls

Posted on November 2, 2019 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam will be talking with Dr. Michael Lewek—associate professor of physical therapy in UNC’s Department of Allied Health Sciences AND associate director of the rehabilitation engineering center—about the rising science of falls.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill
• Saturday, November 2 at 9 a.m.
• Sunday, November 3 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Monday, November 4 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM
• Sunday, November 3 at 7 a.m.

Listen to the show!
Download the episode from the Carolina Digital Repository

Research That Matters (min 0-9:30)
- Re-analysis of Alzheimer’s drug shows higher doses worked, Biogen will submit to FDA
  - News about the drug’s therapeutics
  - News about the drug’s second life
- Blood pressure medications more effective if taken at bedtime
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Smartphone app helps encourage physical activity in first entirely digital clinical trial
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Interpreter availability reduces hospital readmission rates with acute and chronic conditions
  - News about the article
  - Article abstract
Conversations with Dr. Michael Lewek (min 9:30-29:53)
- Falls Prevention
- Falls
House Calls (min 29:53-40:00)
- Can you treat cataracts with medication? If not, what can I expect from surgery?
  - Cataract
  - Cataract Surgery
- I was recently in the hospital for a compression fracture of my spine. I have osteoporosis and was told the fracture might be related to smoking. A doctor talked to me about quitting smoking to help prevent future fractures which is the first time a doctor had a serious conversation with me about quitting in 40 years. What’s changed?
- I’m in my 70s and am being treated for cancer with a powerful new drug. Could this drug be causing loose stools several times a day?
  - Diarrhea: Cancer-related Causes and How to Cope

"Sharenthood: Why We Should Think before We Talk about Our Kids Online"

Posted on September 28, 2019 by Lynn Eades

Sharenthood: Why We Should Think before We Talk about Our Kids Online

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam talks with associate dean and associate professor at the University of New Hampshire Franklin Pierce School of Law Leah Plunkett about her new book Sharenthood: Why We Should Think before We Talk about Our Kids Online.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill
• Saturday, September 28 at 9 a.m.
• Sunday, September 29 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Monday, September 30 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM
• Sunday, September 29 at 7 a.m.

Listen to the show!
Download the episode from the Carolina Digital Repository

Research That Matters (min 0-8:27)
- Birth by cesarean delivery associated with autism and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
  - News about the study
  - Full text article
- American Academy of Neurology recommends screening for mild cognitive impairment for those 65+
- Association between overcrowded emergency room (ER) and core performance measures of the ER
  - News about the study
Conversations with Leah Plunkett (min 8:27-31:02)
House Calls (min 31:02-40:00)
- I’m 60 years old and had high blood pressure for the first time. My doctor asked me to lose 10 pounds which brought my blood pressure down without medication.
  - How to Prevent High Blood Pressure
- I was in the hospital with chest pain and fatigue. My heart is fine. After talking to my primary care doctor, we determined my symptoms are from unresolved grief. It’s good to know what’s happening and not just that I didn’t have heart problems.
  - Bereavement and Grief
  - Talking to Your Doctor
- I was diagnosed with the flu after being exposed on a cruise even though I had a flu shot. My doctor prescribed medication. This seems early to be the flu.
  - Flu

How Providers Can Better Care for Transgender and Non-binary Patients

Posted on September 21, 2019 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam and guest co-host Dr. Sameer Arora talk with Dr. Louise Metz, founder of Mosaic Comprehensive Health, about how providers can better care for transgender and non-binary patients.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill
• Saturday, September 21 at 9 a.m.
• Sunday, September 22 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Monday, September 23 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM
• Sunday, September 22 at 7 a.m.

Listen to the show!
Download the episode from the Carolina Digital Repository

Research That Matters (min 0-8:44)
- Race, ethnicity link with discipline practices in middle school students
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Rise in suicide, drug overdoses, and alcohol misuse in millennials
  - News about the report
  - Trust for America’s Health and Well Being Report (pdf)
- Fear of new food (neophobia) can increase risk of lifestyle diseases
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Study shows healthcare workers often provide care to patients while ill
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
Conversations with Dr. Louise Metz (min 8:44-30:04)
- Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Health
- Patient-Centered Care for Transgender People: Recommended Practices for Healthcare Settings
House Calls (min 30:04-40:00)
- I had some trouble getting my doctor to fill out a form for a long-term care facility. What do you think?
  - What is Long-Term Care?
- Is telehealth an option for me to lose weight?
  - Telehealth
- My pharmacist wouldn’t fill my prescription without seeing my doctor. The bottle says there are two refills left. Did somebody make a mistake?
  - Getting a Prescription Filled
- I have swelling in my legs after taking Norvasc (amlodipine) for high blood pressure. Should I change to another medication?
  - Amlodipine

A 3D-printed Heart from a Patient’s Cells

Posted on September 14, 2019 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam and guest co-host Dr. Jamila Battle talk with researcher and doctoral candidate at Tel Aviv University, Nadav Noor, about how he and his colleagues created the first 3D-printed heart using a patient’s cells.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill

• Saturday, September 14 at 9 a.m.
• Sunday, September 15 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Monday, September 16 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

• Sunday, September 15 at 7 a.m.

Listen to the show!
Download the episode from the Carolina Digital Repository

Research That Matters (min 0-9:53)
- Associations between gabapentinoids and suicide, unintentional overdoses
  - News about the study
  - Full text article
- Risk of pertussis (whooping cough) depends on vaccination status and time since last dose
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Motorized scooter head injuries on the rise
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Exposure to artificial light at night while sleeping can increase risk of obesity
  - News about the study
  - Abstract of article
Conversations with Nadav Noor (min 9:53-30:15)
House Calls (min 30:15-40:00)
- I still have a lot of pain after having surgery for arthritis in my rotator cuff. Is this something I just have to live with?
  - Rotator Cuff Repair
- Palliative care doesn’t seem to get much attention. Why don’t doctors talk about this more?
  - Palliative Care
- I was prescribed Duloxetine for pain. It has negative side effects such as possible suicidal behavior. Should I ask for a safer alternative?
  - Duloxetine
  - Chronic Pain: Treatments and Therapies
- I have trouble cutting my toenails and would like to see a podiatrist. How do I find a good podiatrist?
  - Find a Podiatrist
  - Choosing a Doctor or Health Care Service

Bad Advice: Or Why Celebrities, Politicians, and Activists Aren’t Your Best Source of Health Information

Posted on September 7, 2019 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam and guest co-host Dr. Jamila Battle talk with Dr. Paul Offit, pediatrician and professor at the University of Pennsylvania about his book, Bad Advice: Or Why Celebrities, Politicians, and Activists Aren’t Your Best Sources of Health Information.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill

• Saturday, September 7 at 9 a.m.
• Sunday, September 8 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Monday, September 9 at 6 p.m.

>KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

• Sunday, September 8 at 7 a.m.

Listen to the show!
Download the episode from the Carolina Digital Repository

Research That Matters (min 0-8:01)
- People with Untreated “White Coat Hypertension” Twice as Likely to Die from Heart Disease
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Home Health Care Aides Often Face Verbal Abuse from Clients
  - News about the study
  - Full text article
- Two Hours a Week is Key Dose of Nature for Health and Wellbeing
  - News about the study
  - Full text article
Conversations with Dr. Paul Offit (min 8:01-28:07)
- Dr. Offit’s website
- Bad Advice: Or Why Celebrities, Politicians, and Activists Aren’t Your Best Sources of Health Information
- MedlinePlus from the National Library of Medicine; information about diseases, conditions and wellness issues in a language you can understand.
- How to Evaluate Health Information on the Internet
House Calls (min 28:07-40:00)
- At a sports physical, my son’s doctor said he had some wheezing and put on his chart that my son had asthma. I think this will bias his coach. What can I do?
  - Asthma in Children
- What else can we ask our doctor to do to help our teenage son who has depression, drinks alcohol and smokes marijuana?
  - What to do if your teen has problems with drugs?
  - Underage Drinking
- Can you briefly describe the 12 steps for Alcoholics Anonymous and Al-Anon?
  - Alcoholics Anonymous (scroll to bottom of page for 12 steps)
  - Al-Anon 12 steps

Re-air: How Parental Leave Policies Impact a Family’s Health

Posted on July 26, 2019 by Lynn Eades

Photo by Betsy Winchell

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam talks with professor and founding director of the WORLD Policy Analysis Center at the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health Dr. Jody Heymann about how parental leave policies impact a family’s health.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill

Saturday, July 27 at 9 a.m.
Sunday, July 28 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, July 29 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, July 28 at 7 a.m.

Listen to the show!
Download the episode from the Carolina Digital Repository

Research That Matters (min 0-9:55)
- Celebrity fat shaming has effect on women’s attitudes
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Cannabis use effects sedation requirements for endoscopic procedures
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Rising despair rates among U.S. adults entering midlife
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Tel Aviv University scientists print first 3D heart
  - News about study
  - Article abstract
Conversations with Dr. Jody Heymann (min 9:55-29:54)
- Family & Medical Leave
- State Family and Medical Leave Laws
House Calls (min 29:54-40:00)
- I’m only 35 but keep getting more and more forgetful. Is this just stress or a memory problem?
  - Memory
  - MoCA Test
- How can my doctor be sure I have arthritis in my neck just based on my medical history?
  - Arthritis
- I have diabetes and my blood sugar is well controlled with Metformin. I experience side effects with Metformin. Is there another drug I can take?
  - Metformin

Re-air: Divorce and Health

Posted on July 12, 2019 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam and guest co-host Dr. Jamila Battle talk with Dr. David Sbarra—professor and director of clinical training in the department of psychology at the University of Arizona—about the relationship between divorce and health.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill

Saturday, July 13 at 9 a.m.
Sunday, July 14 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, July 15 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, July 14 at 7 a.m.

Listen to the show!
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Research that Matters (min 0-10:32)
- Smoke-free policies may improve high blood pressure
  - News about the study
  - Full text article
- Healthy personality traits associated with life outcomes
- Older adults with dementia, Alzheimer’s Disease and gun ownership dangers
- Daytime inactivity might be reason baby is up at night
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
Conversations with Dr. David Sbarra (min 10:32-32:56)
House Calls (min 32:56-40:00)
- What can I do to protect my mental health and not become depressed since I’ve been laid off from work?
  - Depression
  - Finding a Mental Health Professional
- When is a child old enough to have their own phone?
  - When Should You Get Your Kid a Phone?
- My doctor recommended removing polyps in my nose. What causes polyps and what is the risk to leaving them?
  - Nasal Polyps

Augmented Reality and the Future of Healthcare

Posted on June 8, 2019 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam and guest co-host Dr. Stephen Hooper talk with David Smith—computer scientist and CEO and founder of Croquet Studio—about augmented reality and the future of healthcare.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill

Saturday, June 8 at 9 a.m.
Sunday, June 9 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, June 10 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, June 9 at 7 a.m.

Listen to the show!
Download the episode from the Carolina Digital Repository

Research That Matters (min 0-7:53)
- New legislation by Department of Health & Human Services drug pricing transparency
- Virtual reality helps dementia patients recall memories
  - News about the study
  - Abstract of the study presented at 2019 CHI Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems
- Diabetes mortality gap widens for rural Americans
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Chemical compound in broccoli provide therapeutic benefit for first-episode psychosis and schizophrenia
  - News about the article
  - Article abstract
Conversations with David Smith (min 7:53-33:22)
House Calls (min 33:22-40:00)
- I was recently diagnosed with guttate psoriasis. What kind of doctor should be in charge of my care?
  - Guttate Psoriasis
- My mother had a stroke 6 years ago that left her with aphasia. It improved with therapy. Should she have therapy again for more improvement?
  - Aphasia
- I have diabetes and high blood pressure. My doctor wants me to take a statin. Can I take it for a year and then stop? Is there any way to avoid taking the statin drug?
  - Statins
  - Eating Well and Losing Weight

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Category Archives: Blood Heart and Circulation

Virtual Care: From Telehealth to Telemedicine

New Book Tells the Story of The Great Pretender

The Rising Science of Falls

"Sharenthood: Why We Should Think before We Talk about Our Kids Online"

How Providers Can Better Care for Transgender and Non-binary Patients

A 3D-printed Heart from a Patient’s Cells

Bad Advice: Or Why Celebrities, Politicians, and Activists Aren’t Your Best Source of Health Information

Re-air: How Parental Leave Policies Impact a Family’s Health

Re-air: Divorce and Health

Augmented Reality and the Future of Healthcare