A Tent, a Parking Lot and a Group of Devoted People Trying to Save Lives

Posted on June 1, 2019 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam talks with Dr. David Schaffer—co-founder and policy director at One Tent Health and emergency medicine resident at Massachusetts General Hospital—about a tent, a parking lot and a group of devoted people trying to save lives.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill

Saturday, June 1 at 9 a.m.
Sunday, June 2 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, June 3 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, June 2 at 7 a.m.

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Research That Matters (min 0-10:16)
- Allowing pharmacists to directly dispense opioid antidote can cut overdose deaths
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Teen girls more vulnerable to bullying than boys
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Children with chronic illness just as happy as peers
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Use of Physician Compare for Physician Performance Data
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
Conversations with Dr. David Schaffer (min 10:16-31:21)
House Calls (min 31:21-40:00)
- Why did my doctor take x-rays of my neck when I complained about left should, arm and hand pain?
  - Neck Injuries and Disorders
- Should I consider methadone instead of opioids?
  - Methadone
- I have swelling and pain in my neck off and on. Should I see a doctor?
  - Talking with your doctor

Re-air: What It Really Means to Have OCD

Posted on May 28, 2019 by Lynn Eades

How Parental Leave Policies Impact a Family’s Health

Posted on April 27, 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, April 27 at 9 a.m.
Sunday, April 28 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, April 29 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, April 28 at 7 a.m.

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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

Giving Diseased Heart Tissue New Life

Posted on April 13, 2019 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam talks with Dr. Li Qian—associate professor in UNC’s Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine AND director of the McAllister Heart Institute—about the work she’s doing to give diseased heart tissue new life.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill

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

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, April 14 at 7 a.m.

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Research That Matters (min 0-9:13)
- Patient-reported side effects using own words offers new insights
  - News about the study
  - Abstract of article
- Further information on lack of link between vaccinations and autism
- Esketamine approved by FDA for recurrent depression not helped by other drugs
  - News about the drug
  - News about FDA approval of the drug
- Prescribing healthy food
  - News about the study
  - Abstract of article
Conversations with Dr. Li Qian (min 9:13-31:21)
House Calls (min 31:21-40:00)
- My blood pressure was high at my last doctor visit. He said this was due to all the stress in my life. I felt very supported.
  - High Blood Pressure
- I have ADHD and smoke. I rely on medications and nicotine to function. Some of this is bad for me. What do I do?
  - Talking to Your Doctor
- I was recently diagnosed with Schamberg’s purpura. I’m okay but never heard of this.
  - Schamberg’s Disease
- Percocet is the only thing that helps with my chronic pain and allows me to function. Is it okay to continue taking this?
  - Percocet

Getting an Inside Look at a Patient’s Health

Posted on April 6, 2019 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam and guest co-host Dr. Emily Hanna talk with Issack Boru—radiology imaging supervisor and clinical instructor for UNC’s Division of Radiologic Science in the Department of Allied Health Sciences—about the importance of getting an inside look at a patient’s health.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill

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

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, April 7 at 7 a.m.

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Research That Matters (min 0-9:41)
- Women call ambulance for husbands with heart attacks but not themselves
  - Abstract summary from European Society of Cardiology
  - News about the study
- Social media’s influence on unhealthy snacking by children between 9 – 11 years of age
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- High fat diet promotes colon cancer growth
- Widely used antimicrobial chemical in consumer products may be increasing antibiotic resistance
  - News about the study
  - Full text article
Conversations with Dr. Issack Boru (min 9:41-28:56)
- Article about Dr. Boru
- Imaging and Radiology
House Calls (min 28:56-40:00)
- My dad has COPD and sleep apnea. How often does one person have so many problems?
  - COPD
  - Sleep Apnea
- While traveling in another state, I had flu-like symptoms and called my doctor to ask for a prescription. He said he couldn’t call it in to another state. After going to urgent care, the pharmacist said my doctor could have called it in. Why wouldn’t my doctor call in the prescription?
  - Talking to Your Doctor
- Should I use probiotics to be healthier?
  - Probiotics in Depth
- I thought the doctors were in charge of the healthcare system but it seems like insurance companies have more and more power.
  - Health Insurance

The Effects of Racism on Health

Posted on March 16, 2019 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam and guest co-host Dr. Shannon Aymes talk with Dr. Chandra Ford—associate professor in the Department of Community Health Sciences at UCLA and founding director of the Center for the Study of Racism, Social Justice and Health—about her work to illuminate the effects of racism on health.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill

Saturday, March 16 at 9 a.m.
Sunday, March 17 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, March 18 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, March 17 at 7 a.m.

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Research That Matters (min 0-10:51)
- Artificially sweetened beverages associated with increased stroke risk in post-menopausal women
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Pinterest works to banish search results of anti-vaccination misinformation
- Study determines that cervical cancer could be eliminated in most countries by 2100
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Prisoners with depression benefit from psychological therapy
  - News about the study
  - Full text article
Conversations with Dr. Chandra Ford (min 10:51-32:38)
- Racism and Health
- Understanding Implicit Bias
- Test Yourself for Hidden Bias
- Implicit Bias Guide (UNC Health Sciences Library)
House Calls (min 32:38-40:00)
- After removing a mole, my doctor said it was dysplastic and I should see a surgeon. Why do I need a surgeon?
  - Atypical Moles (Dysplastic Nevi)
- I took medication for rosacea and stopped after two months when it got better. It came back. Do I need to take the medicine again?
  - Rosacea
- My sister was diagnosed with cancer. Every time I have a headache or anything wrong, I think I might have cancer. What can I do?
  - Anxiety

You may also like:

The Ways Health Care Can Let Women Down with Maya Dusenbery, YOUR HEALTH Radio, July 2018
The Social Determinants of Health and Implicit Bias with Dr. Denise Rodgers, YOUR HEALTH Radio, April 2018
The Issues that Disproportionately Affect African American Smokers with Dr. Phillip Gardiner and Dr. Alan Blum, YOUR HEALTH Radio, September 2017
How Science and Medicine Influence Conversations about Race with Dr. Alondra Nelson, YOUR HEALTH Radio, July 2017
Sex Bias in Surgical Research with Dr. Melina Kibbe, YOUR HEALTH Radio, September 2016
Bias, Black Lives and Academic Medicine with Dr. David Ansell, YOUR HEALTH Radio, July 2015

Rise in Opioid and Amphetamine Use in Pregnancy

Posted on February 16, 2019 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam talks with Dr. Lindsay Admon from the University of Michigan about the rise of opioid and meth use in pregnant women.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill
Saturday, February 16 at 9 a.m.
Sunday, February 17 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Tuesday, February 19 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM
Sunday, February 17 at 7 a.m.

Listen to the show!
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Research That Matters (min 0-9:13)
- Bullying and sexual abuse affect health-related quality of life in adulthood
  - News about the study
  - Full-text article
- Newer vs. older class of sleeping pills have less “hangover” effect, less likely to sleep through fire alarm
  - News about the study
  - Full-text article
- Missing doctor appointments increases risk of death
  - News about the study
  - Full-text article
- Nearly 2/3 of low-income women in St. Louis, Missouri unable to afford menstrual product
Conversations with Dr. Lindsay Admon (min 9:13-31:08)
House Calls (min 31:08-40:00)
- Why can’t my doctor just call in a prescription for an urinary tract infection (UTI)?
  - Urinary Tract Infections
- My therapist said I was more at risk for a alcohol problem relapse if I smoke marijuana every day for stress. What do you think?
  - Marijuana
- I recently had blood clots in my legs because I’m a smoker. If I quit smoking, will I continue to have blood clots?

Should Physicians Be Required to Periodically Renew Their Certification?

Posted on February 9, 2019 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam talks with executive vice president and CEO emeritus of the American College of Physicians Dr. Steven Weinberger about whether physicians should be required to periodically renew their certification.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill

Saturday, February 9 at 9 a.m.
Sunday, February 10 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Tuesday, February 12 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, February 10 at 7 a.m.

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

Research That Matters (min 0-8:48)
- Preterm babies do better in single family rooms rather than those cared for in open bay units
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Parenting practices affect children’s screen time
  - News about study
  - Full-text article
- Moderate alcohol consumption associated with electrical and structural changes in atrial fibrillation
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Many with chronic fatigue syndrome don’t go to the ER because doctors don’t believe it’s a real condition
  - News about the study
  - Full-text article
Conversations with Dr. Steven Weinberger (min 8:48-33:05)
- Essay by Dr. Weinberger: Can Maintenance of Certification Pass the Test?
- Board Certification for Doctors: What Does it Really Mean?
House Calls (min 33:05-40:00)
- After a fall with cuts and bruises, my doctor wanted to see me every couple of weeks. I’m in my 80s and have trouble getting around. I was very blessed that my doctor said he would see me in my home instead.
  - Home Care
- I’m 75, in good health and have slightly elevated cholesterol. My doctor wants me to take a moderate dose statin due to my age and risk. Is that reasonable?
  - Cholesterol
  - Cardiovascular Disease Risk Calculator
- What’s your advice about how to decide when an elderly parent needs help at home versus going to assisted living or a nursing home?

What It Really Means to Have OCD

Posted on January 26, 2019 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam and guest co-host Dr. Jamila Battle talk with Dr. Jon Abramowitz—professor of clinical psychology and director of the Anxiety and Stress Lab at UNC and editor of the Journal of Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders—about what it really means to have OCD.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill

Saturday, January 26 at 9 a.m.
Sunday, January 27 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, January 28at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, January 27 at 7 a.m.

Listen to the show!
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Research That Matters (min 0-10:22)
- Online gaming addiction in men affects brain’s impulse control
  - News about the study
- Resilience may be neurobiological
  - News about the study
  - Free full-text article
- New treatment to protect people with peanut allergies ready for FDA review
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Medicaid expansion linked to reduced mortality among dialysis patients
  - News about the study
  - Free full-text article
Conversations with Jon Abramowitz (min 10:22-31:58)
House Calls (min 31:58-40:00)
- I don’t like taking medications that make me drowsy. What do you recommend for migraines?
  - Migraines Treatment and Therapy
- After having chest pain and shortness of breath, my doctor told me I have pericarditis. Should I be worried?
  - Pericarditis
- I’m 41 and have recently been diagnosed with high blood pressure. I’m overweight and under stress. What has the biggest effect on my blood pressure?
  - High Blood Pressure

The Ethics of Editing Genetic Material

Posted on January 19, 2019 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam and guest co-host Dr. Jamila Battle talk with Dr. Eli Adashi—professor of medical science and former dean of Medicine and Biological Sciences at Brown University—about the ethics of editing genetic material.

Photo from Brown University

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill

Saturday, January 19 at 9 a.m.
Sunday, January 20 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, January 21 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, January 20 at 7 a.m.

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Research That Matters (min 0-9:56)
- Electronic pill can be controlled wirelessly
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Cultural engagement lowers risk of developing depression
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- High-Calories in fast food vs. full service restaurants a global problem
  - News about the study
  - Full-text article
- Brain waves suppress obvious ideas in order to reach most creative ones
  - News about the article
  - Article abstract
Conversations with Dr. Eli Adashi (min 9:56-32:38)
- ARTICLE CITATION: The Ethics of Heritable Genome Editing: New Considerations in a Controversial Area
- What is Genome Editing?
House Calls (min 32:38-40:00)
- After seeing specialists, my family doctor helped me decide if I should have surgery.
  - Talking with Your Doctor
- I have anxiety. My doctor spends the first few minutes of my appointment talking with me before his assistant takes my blood pressure and pulse. I think this fits the definition of patient-centered care.
  - Patient-Centered Care
- I’m on several medications for high blood pressure. Over the past few years, my circumstances have changed and I’m not under as much stress. Do I need to keep taking the medications now that my blood pressure is low?
  - High Blood Pressure

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Category Archives: Drug Therapy

A Tent, a Parking Lot and a Group of Devoted People Trying to Save Lives

Re-air: What It Really Means to Have OCD

How Parental Leave Policies Impact a Family’s Health

Giving Diseased Heart Tissue New Life

The Effects of Racism on Health

Rise in Opioid and Amphetamine Use in Pregnancy

Should Physicians Be Required to Periodically Renew Their Certification?

What It Really Means to Have OCD

The Ethics of Editing Genetic Material