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.

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

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

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

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

The Promise of Value-Based Care

Posted on August 10, 2019 by Lynn Eades

Dr. Mark Gwynne

Dr. Darren DeWalt

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam and guest co-hosts Dr. Sameer Arora and Dr. Brian Huggins welcome Dr. Mark Gwynne—medical director for the UNC Health Alliance and associate professor at UNC—and Dr. Darren DeWalt—board chair of the UNC Health Alliance and professor at UNC—for a conversation about the promise of value-based healthcare.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill

• Saturday, August 10 at 9 a.m.
• Sunday, August 11 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Monday, August 12 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

• Sunday, August 11 at 7 a.m.

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

Research That Matters (min 0-8:45)
- Intrusive images have role in hoarding disorder
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Confidence in vaccines higher in poorer countries
  - News about the report
  - Report summary
- Facebook posts can predict chronic illnesses
  - News about the study
  - Full text article
- Bringing photos to dermatology appointments can help with diagnosis
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
Conversations with Dr. Mark Gwynne and Dr. Darren DeWalt (min 8:45-31:23)
House Calls (min 31:23-40:00)
- I’m on medication for depression which negatively affects my sex drive. What can I do?
  - Dealing with Sexual Side Effects of Antidepressants
- I’m an alcoholic but haven’t had a drink in many years. I want to remind people that this addiction can be conquered.
  - Alcoholics Anonymous
  - Alcoholism and Alcohol Abuse
- What is the difference between the Medicare annual wellness visit and annual physical?
  - Medicare Annual Wellness Visit vs an Annual Physical

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

How Gun Violence Can Affect Survivors Long After the Initial Trauma

Posted on May 4, 2019 by Lynn Eades

Photo courtesy of University of Washington website

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam and guest co-host Dr. Matthew Hall talk with epidemiologist Ali Rowhani-Rahbar—Bartley Dobb Professor for the Study and Prevention of Violence at the University of Washington—about how gun violence can affect survivors long after their initial trauma.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill

Saturday, May 4 at 9 a.m.
Sunday, May 5 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, May 6 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, May 5 at 7 a.m.

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

Research That Matters (min 0-9:07)
- Wrist, Upper-arm BP Readings Often Differ Considerably
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Preschoolers with Chronic Constipation Tend to Be Picky Eaters
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Skipping Breakfast May Increase Stroke and Heart Attack Risk
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Voice Analysis Software May Help Diagnose PTSD in Veterans
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
Conversations with Ali Rowhani-Rahbar (min 9:07-31:29)
- What we know about school mass shootings since Columbine and how to prevent them by Caitlin Moe and Ali Rowhani-Rahbar
- Gun Violence (American Public Health Association)
- School Shootings and Other Traumatic Events: How to Talk to Students (National Education Association)
- Definition and Typology of Violence (World Health Organization)
House Calls (min 31:29-40:00)
- Are the things we’re doing for fun, such as sporting events, damaging our hearing and leading to hearing loss?
  - Noise-induced Hearing Loss is Preventable
- What do you think about allergy shots for a 10-year-old?
  - Allergy Relief for Your Child
- I have acid reflux more often but haven’t changed my diet. Do you have any advice?
  - Acid Reflux or GERD
- What advice do you have for a teen who has trouble getting up in the morning?
  - Teens and Sleep

Using Artificial Intelligence to Spot Deadly Cancers Sooner

Posted on February 2, 2019 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam talks with Dr. Regina Barzilay—professor of electrical engineering and computer science at MIT and 2017 MacArthur Fellowship recipient—about her plan to use artificial intelligence to spot deadly cancers sooner.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill

Saturday, February 2 at 9 a.m.
Sunday, February 3 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, February 4 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, February 3 at 7 a.m.

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

Research That Matters (min 0-9:45)
- Evidence points to effectiveness of Botox for chronic migraines
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Study finds 63% of patients reported not using patient portals in the last year
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Majority of teens eating far less fiber than they should
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Effect of neck scrunching using computers or other devices on symptom development
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
Conversations with Dr. Regina Barzilay (min 9:45-30:31)
House Calls (min 30:31-40:00)
- What’s the difference between power of attorney and healthcare power of attorney?
  - Advance Care Directives
  - Power of Attorney
- I’m overweight and keep gaining weight. My doctor said my diabetes and blood pressure may get out of control if I don’t have weight loss surgery. Is that true?
  - Weight Loss Surgery
  - Weight Control
- I have bleeding with Depo birth control shots. What are my birth control options that are convenient without side effects?
  - Birth Control

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.

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

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

"The History of Hormones and How They Control Just About Everything"

Posted on August 18, 2018 by Lynn Eades

Dr. Randi Hutter Epstein, Photo by Nina Subin

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam and guest co-host Dr. Jonathan Fricke talk with Dr. Randi Hutter Epstein—lecturer at Yale, writer in residence at Yale Medical School and adjunct professor at the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism—about her new book Aroused: The History of Hormones and How They Control Just About Everything.

You can catch the episode on:

WCHL 97.9 FM

Saturday, August 18 at 9 a.m.
Sunday, August 19 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, August 20 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, August 19 at 7 a.m.

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

Research that Matters (min 0-10:34)
- Virtual Reality May Help Cure Fear of Heights
  - News about the study
  - Full-text article
- Reducing Drug Possession Penalties May Have Impact on Health Inequities
  - News about the study
  - Full-text article
- Green Space Linked to Better Cognitive Health
  - News about the study
  - Full-text article
- Survival Rates Double for Patients with Melanoma Brain Metastases Receiving Immunotherpy
  - News about the study
  - Abstract of article
Conversations with Dr. Randi Hutter Epstein (min 10:34-32:48)
- Aroused: The History of Hormones and How They Control Just About Everything. by Dr. Randi Hutter Epstein
- Hormones
House Calls with guest co-host Dr. Laurel Sisler (min 32:48-40:00)
- What is the difference between whole grain and whole wheat bread?
  - Whole Grains: Hearty Options for a Healthy Diet
- I’m seen at a university medical center for a heart condition. It’s challenging to form a relationship with fellows who are only there for a short time. Do you have any advice?
  - Talking to Your Doctor
- I’ve heard my doctor can call in opiate prescriptions to the pharmacy. Is that true of other medicines such as anxiety medication too?
  - Opioid Prescribing Policies
  - Opioid Addiction guide from the UNC Health Sciences Library

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Category Archives: Health and Technology

Virtual Care: From Telehealth to Telemedicine

The Rising Science of Falls

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

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

The Promise of Value-Based Care

Augmented Reality and the Future of Healthcare

How Gun Violence Can Affect Survivors Long After the Initial Trauma

Using Artificial Intelligence to Spot Deadly Cancers Sooner

The Ethics of Editing Genetic Material

"The History of Hormones and How They Control Just About Everything"