The Alarming Number of Women Whose First Sexual Experience was Forced

Posted on November 23, 2019 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam will be talking with Harvard researcher Dr. Laura Hawks about the alarming number of women whose first sexual experience was forced.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill
• Saturday, November 23 at 9 a.m.
• Sunday, November 24 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Monday, November 25 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM
• Sunday, November 24 at 7 a.m.

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

Research That Matters (min 0-7:56)
- Electronic health records perceived usability and physician burnout
  - News about the study
  - Full text article
- Yoga and physical therapy effective for low back pain and improves sleep
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Any amount of running associated with lower risk of early death from any cause
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
Conversations with Dr. Laura Hawks (min 7:56-31:00)
- NATIONAL SEXUAL ASSAULT HOTLINE:
  
  1-800-656-4673
- 1 in 16 Women Reports First Sexual Encounter as Rape (NPR)
- Sexual Assault – Prevention
- What is Sexual Violence?
- RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network)
House Calls (min 31:00-40:00)
- After seeing another doctor who did a thorough examination, my father was diagnosed with a broken rib. His previous doctor said his back pain was from arthritis. This shows getting medical history and a good exam is important.
  - Talking to Your Doctor
- How can I help my husband deal with his sister’s suicide when he won’t acknowledge there’s a problem?
  - Suicide Survivors Face Grief, Questions, Challenges
- When is it time to bring in hospice for an Alzheimer’s patient?
  - Hospice Care

How Healthcare Can Go Green

Posted on November 9, 2019 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam and guest co-host Dr. Jamila Battle will be talking with Iqbal Mian of Practice Greenhealth—an organization that began as a partnership between the EPA, the American Hospital Association, the American Nurses Association and Health Care Without Harm as a way to address sustainability in hospitals—about ways the healthcare industry can go green.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill
• Saturday, November 9 at 9 a.m.
• Sunday, November 10 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Monday, November 11 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM
• Sunday, November 10at 7 a.m.

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

Research That Matters (min 0-7:46)
- Music can help motivate during exercise
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Use of marijuana during pregnancy doubled during the period 2002-2017
  - News about the study
  - Article abstracts: first article; second article
- Safety concerns and risk factors for death while traveling around the world
  - U.S. Department of State – Bureau of Consular Affairs
    - International Travel
Conversations with Iqbal Mian (min 7:46-30:57)
- Practice Greenhealth
  - Why Sustainability
  - Greening the OR
- Green Healthcare Institutions: Health, Environment, and Economics: Workshop Summary
House Calls (min 30:57-40:00)
- What is a marginal ulcer?
  - Marginal Ulcer
- Is Zanaflex commonly used for migraines?
  - Tizanidine (brand name – Zanaflex)
- My father had several strokes and renal failure. The hospital didn’t offer dialysis and his doctor wanted to discuss Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) orders. Shouldn’t resuscitation be up to my father and me?
  - Do Not Resuscitate Orders

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

All Things Sleepy and Awake

Posted on October 26, 2019 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam and guest co-host Dr. Stephen Hooper will be talking with Dr. Mary Ellen Wells— director and associate professor of Neurodiagnostics and Sleep Science in UNC’s Department of Allied Health Sciences—about all things sleepy and awake.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill
• Saturday, October 26 at 9 a.m.
• Sunday, October 27 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Monday, October 28 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM
• Sunday, October 27 at 7 a.m.

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

Research That Matters (min 0-11:03)
- People with osteoarthritis at higher risk of social isolation
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Incorporating physical activity in classrooms could improve concentration
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Complications from steroid injections for hip and knee arthritis
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Health inequality in deaths of children under 5 years of age
  - News about the article (pdf)
  - Article abstract
Conversations with Dr. Mary Ellen Wells (min 11:03-32:51)
House Calls (min 32:51-40:00)
- I’ve had a pain in my side, under my ribs for years. Any thoughts about what this could be?
  - Pain
- What options does my friend have for pain relief since as she’s recovering from alcohol abuse?
  - Non-Drug Pain Management
- When should I consider hospice for my wife who has liver disease?
  - Hospice Care
  - Palliative Care

Re-air: A History of Vaccines and Human Immunity

Posted on July 5, 2019 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam talks with Dr. Michael Kinch—associate vice chancellor and director of the Centers for Research Innovation in Biotechnology and Drug Discovery at Washington University in St. Louis—about his new book Between Hope and Fear: A History of Vaccines and Human Immunity.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill

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

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, July 7 at 7 a.m.

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

Research that Matters (min 0-8:56)
- Junk food can increase the risk of depression
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Limiting children’s recreational screen time associated with better health outcomes
- Interventions which prolong progression-free survival in cancer patients not associated with improved quality of life
  - News about the article
  - Article abstract
Conversations with Dr. Michael Kinch (min 8:56- 31:47)
House Calls (min 31:47-40:00)
- I’m a bus driver and after having pneumonia, my employer told me I had to have a note saying I was safe to drive. I feel fine. Why do I need a note from my doctor?
  - Pneumonia
- I’ve been on Cialis for erectile dysfunction for several years. I’m in good health. Do I really need to see my doctor every time I need a refill?
  - Erectile Dysfunction
- My lip has been swollen several times due to my blood pressure medication. I wanted people to know about this.
  - ACE Inhibitors
  - Drug Side Effects

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Fighting Future Flu Outbreaks (YOUR HEALTH Radio August 2018)

The Changing Laws of Vaccines with Dr. Michelle Mello (YOUR HEALTH Radio October 2015)

"Maybe You Should Talk to Someone: A Therapist, Her Therapist, and Our Lives Revealed"

Posted on June 29, 2019 by Lynn Eades

Maybe You Should Talk to Someone book cover

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam and guest co-hosts Dr. Shiara Ortiz-Pujols and Dr. Matthew Hall welcome psychotherapist and author Lori Gottlieb, who shares insights from her new book Maybe You Should Talk To Someone: A Therapist, Her Therapist, and Our Lives Revealed.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill

Saturday, June 29 at 9 a.m.
Sunday, June 30 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, July 1 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, June 30 at 7 a.m.

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

Research That Matters (min 0-9:53)
- Moderate to vigorous exercise promotes earlier and better sleep for adolescents
  - News about the study
  - Full-text article
- Medicaid expansion helped reduce cancer-related racial disparities and improved outcomes
  - News about the study
  - Abstract of the ASCO Annual Meeting
- For many, friends and family, not doctors, serve as gateway to opioid misuse
  - News about the article
  - Article abstract
- Exposure to violent video games’ effects on behavior with real guns
  - News about the article
  - Full-text article
Conversations with Lori Gottlieb (min 9:53-32:08)
- “Dear Therapist” weekly column for The Atlantic
- How to Find a Good Therapist
House Calls (min 32:08-40:00)
- I’ve had hepatitis C for decades. Do you have advice for what I can do besides the expensive treatment?
  - Hepatitis C
- I wanted to share about a doctor visit. I visited my doctor because of chest pains which led to questions about depression and stress in my marriage. I’m now getting therapy.
  - Talking with Your Doctor
  - How to Find a Good Therapist
- After a recent fall, I noticed my elderly mother has more balance problems. Should she be in a walker or wheelchair?
  - Fall Prevention

The Hunt to Identify Diseases That Have Defied Diagnosis

Posted on May 11, 2019 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam and guest co-host Dr. Matthew Hall talk with Dr. Vandana Shashi—professor of pediatrics at Duke University and co-chair of the Undiagnosed Diseases Network steering committee—about the hunt to ID diseases that have defied diagnosis.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill

Saturday, May 11 at 9 a.m.
Sunday, May 12 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, May 13 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, May 12 at 7 a.m.

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

Research That Matters (min 0-10:06)
- Empathizing takes effort and given the choice, most prefer to avoid
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Little evidence of positive effect of a workplace wellness program on employee health and economic outcomes
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Common food additive may make flu vaccine less effective
  - News about the study
  - Abstract of the study presented at Experimental Biology 2019 Conference
- Drone delivery of defibrillators could increase survival after cardiac arrest outside the hospital
  - News about the study
  - Full text article: The Case for Drone-assisted Emergency Response to Cardiac Arrest: An Optimized Statewide Deployment Approach
Conversations with Dr. Vandana Shashi (min 10:06-31:09)
House Calls (min 31:09-40:00)
- After my toddler had a seizure from a high fever, I’m anxious about his health. How worried should I be about another unexpected complication?
  - Febrile Seizures
  - When to call the doctor about a child’s fever
- I’m having surgery for the first time. What should I expect and how will the providers know if I react badly to the anesthesia?
  - Anesthesia
- I injured my toe and think it might be broken. Should I see my doctor?
  - Broken Toes
- Will the droop in my face from Bell’s palsy ever go away?
  - Bell’s Palsy

How the Human Body Fares on the Final Frontier

Posted on April 20, 2019 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam talks with Dr. Emmanuel Urquieta—senior research portfolio manager at the Translational Research Institute for Space Health—about how the human body fares on the final frontier.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill

Saturday, April 20 at 9 a.m.
Sunday, April 21 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, April 22 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, April 21 at 7 a.m.

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

Research That Matters (min 0-9:42)
- It’s never too late to get more exercise
  - News about the study
  - Full text article
- Students may feel safer with stricter gun laws
- Caregiving not as bad for your health as once thought
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Take short breaks to learn a new skill
Conversations with Dr. Emmanuel Urquieta (min 9:42-29:06)
House Calls (min 29:06-40:00)
- Our doctor told us anyone who would be around our newborn needed a whooping cough booster. How can I communicate how important this is to family members?
  - Whooping Cough, also called pertussis
  - Grandparents Can Help Protect Against Whooping Cough with Tdap Vaccing (opens pdf document)
- From a physician: A patient thought she may have a kidney infection and wanted an antibiotic called in to the pharmacy. What are your thoughts?
  - Kidney Infection
  - Why Your Doctor Won’t Refill Prescriptions Over the Phone
- From a healthcare provider: Outreach efforts for advance directives and medical power of attorney are now happening with specialists and not just primary care providers. Is this a good idea?
  - Advance Care Directives
- I’ve heard you talk about value-based care. What do you think about talking to a doctor on the phone vs in person?
  - Talking with Your Doctor

Relieving the Discomfort of Chronic Itch

Posted on March 30, 2019 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam and guest co-host Dr. Emily Hanna talk with Dr. Brian Kim—co-director of the Center for the Study of Itch at Washington University in St. Louis—about his work to relieve the discomfort of chronic itch.

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

Research That Matters (min 0-8:53)
- Association of poor sleep quality in children with eczema
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Mindfulness can help promote positive body image
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Exercise improves cognitive function in patients with Parkinson’s Disease
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- The power of positivity in the health care workplace
  - News about the study
  - Full text article
Conversations with Dr. Brian Kim (min 8:53-28:57)
- Center for the Study of Itch at Washington University
- Itching
House Calls (minute -40:00)
- I’ve been on a blood thinner for a few years following a heart attack. Will I be on the blood thinner the rest of my life and does my cardiologist or primary care doctor decide?
  - Blood Thinners
- I’ve had several urinary tract infections (UTI) since turning 55. What are your thoughts?
- I’ve gained 30 pounds even though my diet and exercise haven’t changed. I’ve had some stressful changes in my life lately. Could that be the problem?
  - Preventing Weight Gain
  - Choosing a Safe and Successful Weight-Loss Program

The Ethics of Grateful Patient Fundraising in Medicine

Posted on March 23, 2019 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam and guest co-hosts Dr. Jamila Battle and Dr. Emily Hanna welcome ophthalmologist Dr. Megan Collins—of both the Wilmer Eye Institute and the Berman Institute of Bioethics at Johns Hopkins—for a conversation about the ethics of grateful patient fundraising in medicine.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill

Saturday, March 23 at 9 a.m.
Sunday, March 24 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, March 25 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, March 24 at 7 a.m.

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

Research That Matters (min 0-12:20)
- Life expectancy grows when there are more primary care physicians
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Effects of blindfold on leadership and skills in pediatric resuscitation simulation
  - News about the study
  - Full text article
- Exercise performance better predictor of longevity than age
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
Conversations with Dr. Megan Collins (min 12:20-35:47)
- Ethical Issues and Recommendations in Grateful Patient Fundraising and Philanthropy by Dr. Collins and others.
- Navigating the Ethical Boundaries of Grateful Patient Fundraising by Dr. Collins and others.
- Wealth Screening
House Calls (min 35:47-40:00)
- My blood pressure went up instead of down with a new blood pressure medication. What happened?
  - Blood pressure medicines
- My spouse had cirrhosis after having fatty liver disease. His doctor said there are areas of the liver that might indicate cancer. Is this the beginning of the end?
- I had to see a new doctor who I liked better than my regular doctor. Can I switch doctors?
  - How to switch doctors

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The Alarming Number of Women Whose First Sexual Experience was Forced

1-800-656-4673

How Healthcare Can Go Green

The Rising Science of Falls

Re-air: A History of Vaccines and Human Immunity

"Maybe You Should Talk to Someone: A Therapist, Her Therapist, and Our Lives Revealed"

The Hunt to Identify Diseases That Have Defied Diagnosis

How the Human Body Fares on the Final Frontier

Relieving the Discomfort of Chronic Itch

The Ethics of Grateful Patient Fundraising in Medicine