Divorce and Health

Posted on December 15, 2018 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, December 15 at 9 a.m.
Sunday, December 16 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, December 17 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, December 16 at 7 a.m.

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

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

Toy Safety

Posted on December 5, 2018 by Lynn Eades

teddy bears

December is Safe Toys and Celebrations Month. Consult these resources to select safe toys this holiday season and all year.

Top Tips for Choosing Safe Toys this Holiday (American Academy of Ophthalmology)
How to Buy Safe Toys (healthychildren.org)
Choosing Safe Toys (Kids Health from Nemours)
Top Safety Tips (American Academy of Pediatrics)
Best Toys for Child Development (American Academy of Pediatrics)

Recalled Toys and Products

Recalled toys and other products by category (SaferProducts.org)
Product Recalls by month and year (Safe Kids Worldwide)

Provided by librarians at the University of North Carolina Health Sciences Library.

North Carolina’s Country Doctor Museum

Posted on September 22, 2018 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam and guest co-host Dr. Jamila Battle talk with Anne Anderson—director and curator of The Country Doctor Museum in North Carolina—about her work preserving the daily lives of doctors past.

You can catch the episode on:

WCHL 97.9 FM

Saturday, September 22 at 9 a.m.
Sunday, September 23 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, September 24 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, September 23 at 7 a.m.

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

Research that Matters (min 0-10:24)
- Emergency department costs vary depending on type of insurance
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Vaccine given during pregnancy reduces infant pertussis
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Tanning beds habits at gyms compared to other tanning salons
  - News about the study
  - Article citation
- Use of cell phones and their effect on walking behavior in crosswalks
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
Conversations with Anne Anderson (min 10:24-31:27)
House Calls (min 31:27-40:00)
- My doctor prescribed Singulair. I was taking Zyrtec but stopped. Some allergies have started back. Can I take both medications?
  - Allergy Medications: Know Your Options
- My 3-month-oled cries off and on through the night. Do you have any tips and when should I talk to my pediatrician?
  - When Your Baby Won’t Stop Crying
- Can you be addicted to phones and other electronic devices?
  - Screen Time Limits for Grownups?
  - Decrease Screen Time for Children

Hurricane Season. Are You Ready?

Posted on September 11, 2018 by Lynn Eades

Eye of the hurricane from above

September is National Preparedness Month

A situation that can pose a threat to the safety of you and your family may not give you adequate time to prepare. Make your plan now, and constantly revisit it to keep it fresh.

Three quick things to remember:

Who to call
Where to go
What to pack

Resources

Ready.gov has resources available to help you prepare, from the mindset of preparedness to being ready to take action. North Carolina also has a portal with helpful preparedness tips at readync.org, which can also be downloaded as an app for phones and mobile devices.

Additional Resources for Hurricane Preparedness

National Weather Service Hurricane Preparedness

Occupational Safety and Health Administration Hurricane Preparedness and Response

This year’s National Preparedness Month theme is “Disasters Happen. Prepare now. Learn how.”

Week 1: September 1-8 Make and Practice Your Plan
Week 2: September 9-15* Learn Life Saving Skills
Week 3: September 16-22 Check Your Coverage
Week 4: September 23-29 Save for an Emergency
*September 15 is National Day of Action (community.fema.gov/AP_Login)

Provided by librarians at the University of North Carolina Health Sciences Library.

July 4th Fireworks Safety

Posted on June 27, 2018 by Lynn Eades

American flag before an exploding firework in the sky

Image courtesy of Liz West https://www.flickr.com/photos/calliope/3686613741

Americans will soon be celebrating Independence Day, also called the Fourth of July, to commemorate the birth of American independence. Many Americans will celebrate with fireworks which can be dangerous. Follow the advice below to have a safe holiday.

Provided by librarians at the University of North Carolina Health Sciences Library.

Improving Healthcare from Cradle to Grave

Posted on June 7, 2018 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam and guest co-host Dr. Stephen Hooper talk with Dr. Adam Zolotor—president and CEO of the North Carolina Institute of Medicine and associate professor in UNC’s Department of Family Medicine—about improving healthcare from cradle to grave.

You can catch the episode on:

WCHL 97.9 FM

Saturday, June 9 at 9 a.m.
Sunday, June 10 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, June 11 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, June 10 at 7 a.m.

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

Research that Matters (min 0-9:44)
- Parent contributions to children’s friendship’s stability
  - News about the article
  - Abstract of the article
- Cash provides incentives for teens to stay off phones while driving
  - News about the article
  - Abstract of the article
- FDA warns of Imodium as “poor man’s methadone” and recommends new packaging
  - FDA Blog Post
- Parental desensitization to violence in PG-13 movies
  - News about the article
  - Abstract of the article
Conversations with Dr. Adam Zolotor (min 9:44-31:25)
House Calls (min 31:25-40:00)
- How can I deal with feeling more anxious after having a stent placed after experiencing heart problems?
  - Anxiety
- My teenage son recently told my husband and I that he is gay. How can I support my son?
  - Homosexuality: Facts for Teens
  - Supporting Your Son or Daughter Before, During & After They Come Out
- My sister-in-law’s unborn child was diagnosed with down syndrome. What should we expect?

Raising Sepsis Awareness

Posted on January 20, 2018 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam and guest co-host Dr. Laura Higginbotham talk with Dr. Carl Flatley—endodontist and founder of the Sepsis Alliance—about what happens when your body fights you rather than an infection.

Please tune in! The show will air:

WCHL 97.9 FM

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

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, January 21, at 7 a.m.

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

Research that Matters (min 0-9:39)
- Do Not Resuscitate Tattoo Raises Ethical Questions
- Window Blinds Injuries in Children
  - News about the article
  - Article abstract
- Sleep Problems in Children Associated with Bedtime Use of Technology
  - News about the article
  - Full-text article
- Gun Violence Research Evaluates Impact of Laws on Violent Crime
  - News about the article
  - Full-text article
Conversations with Dr. Carl Flatley (min 9:39-30:49)
House Calls (min 30:49-40:00)
- Is it true that I can get pneumonia more easily after getting it the first time and what can I do to prevent it?
  - Pneumonia
  - Pneumonia Prevention
- What can I do if my depression is serve enough that I’m disabled?
  - Depression
  - Depression and Social Security Disability
- What kind of doctor do I need to see about removing skin tags on my face?
  - Skin Tags
  - How are Skin Tags Treated?
- My doctor recommended Lisinopril for labile blood pressure. Should I stay on this medication?
  - Labile Hypertension Causes and Treatments

Managing Type 1 Diabetes

Posted on January 13, 2018 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam and guest co-host Dr. Laura Higginbotham talk with Dr. Natalie Strand, an anesthesiologist and pain management specialist living with Type 1 diabetes, about the best ways to manage the condition. And she should know—she sped around the world during season 17 of The Amazing Race, not only keeping her diabetes in check, but winning the game to boot.

Please tune in! The show will air:

WCHL 97.9 FM

Saturday 1/13 at 9 a.m.
Sunday 1/14 at 9 a.m.
Monday 1/15 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday 1/14 at 7 a.m.

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

Research that Matters (min 0-10:14)
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder after a Cancer Diagnosis
  - News about the article
  - Article abstract
- Birth Control and Breast Cancer Risk
  - News about the article
  - Article abstract
- Association of Moral Values with Vaccine Hesitancy
  - News about the article
  - Full-text article
Conversations with Dr. Natalie Strand (min 10:14-31:19)
House Calls (min 31:19-40:00)
- When I took my 14-year-old daughter for a well visit, her doctor asked if she would like me to leave the room a few minutes. How do I know if I need to followup about what they talked about in private?
  - Doctor-Teen Patient Confidentiality: What You Should Know
- How can I make sure my elderly father is still a safe driver?
  - We Need to Talk: Taking the Keys from Older Drivers
- I had a partial knee replacement and that knee is fine. My other knee is very painful. Should I get a steroid injection?
  - Injectable Medications for Knee Osteoarthritis
- I had my thyroid removed because of a slow growing cancer about 10 years ago. I’ve felt more sluggish recently. Do I need to have my hormone levels tweaked?
  - TSH (Thyroid-stimulating Hormone) Test

Author and Physician Perri Klass Talks Reading, Writing and Health

Posted on November 11, 2017 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam and guest co-host Dr. Bob Gwyther talk with Dr. Perri Klass, author and professor of journalism and pediatrics at NYU, about the muses influencing her work in both science and art.

Please tune in! The show will air:

WCHL 97.9 FM

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

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, November 12, at 7 a.m.

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

Research That Matters (min 0-9:29)
- A daily half hour’s exercise could prevent 1 in 12 early deaths
- Many drug companies fail to conduct timely safety checks on medicines after FDA approval
- Breathing dirty air may harm kidneys
  - News about the article
  - Abstract of the article
- Flint water crisis led to lower fertility rates, higher fetal death rates
Conversations with Dr. Perri Klass (min 9:29-30:26)
- Books by Dr. Klass
- Reach Out & Read
House Calls (min 30:26-40:00)
- My wife needs a hip replacement but has liver problems related to obesity and isn’t eligible for a transplant. Is it safe for her to have a hip replacement?
  - Hip replacement
  - Choosing a Safe and Successful Weight-Loss Program
- My teenager was just diagnosed with Crohn’s disease. What should we expect?
  - Crohn’s disease
  - Find a support group
- I was diagnosed with COPD and decided to quit smoking. My doctor suggested oxygen therapy to help manage my symptoms. What do you think?
- Do I talk with my dermatologist about a tattoo I’d like to have removed?
  - Unwanted tattoos

How the Air around Us Affects Public Health

Posted on August 12, 2017 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam and guest co-host Bob Gwyther talk with with Dr. Jason West, associate professor in the Department of Environmental Sciences and Engineering at UNC, about how the air around us affects public health—and the work he’s doing with NASA to help us all breathe easier.

Please tune in! The show will air:

WCHL 97.9 FM

Saturday, August 12, at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Sunday, August 13, at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, August 14, at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, August 13, at 7 a.m.

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

Research That Matters (min 0-9:30)
- Mental Health Parity
  - Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA)
- Can Virtual Reality Help Prevent Falls?
- Many ADHD Kids Have Questions for Their Doctor but Don’t Ask
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Common Nursery Products Send Thousands of Children to Hospitals
Conversations with Dr. Jason West (min 9:30-30:39)
House Calls (min 30:39-40:00)
- I’m a new grandmother. My appetite has declined despite being retired. I help care for my mother-in-law and can’t get away very often to visit my grandchild. Am I depressed?
- Should I be worried when mumps are reported in my area? How do you prevent mumps and what should you do if you think you have mumps?
  - Mumps
- I was recently bitten by a tick. What do I need to watch out for and when should I see a doctor?
  - Tick Bites
- Is there a significant risk of getting sick from foods like raw oysters?
  - Oysters and Vibriosis
  - Fresh and Frozen Seafood: Selecting and Serving it Safely

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Category Archives: Safety Issues

Divorce and Health

Toy Safety

North Carolina’s Country Doctor Museum

Hurricane Season. Are You Ready?

July 4th Fireworks Safety

Improving Healthcare from Cradle to Grave

Raising Sepsis Awareness

Managing Type 1 Diabetes

Author and Physician Perri Klass Talks Reading, Writing and Health

How the Air around Us Affects Public Health