A Journey Back from Opioid Addiction

Posted on July 21, 2018 by Lynn Eades

Renée Hodges

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam and guest co-host Dr. Stephen Hooper welcome Renée Hodges — author of Saving Bobby: Heroes and Heroin in One Small Community — for a conversation about her nephew’s journey back from opioid addiction.

You can catch the episode on:

WCHL 97.9 FM

Saturday, July 21 at 9 a.m.
Sunday, July 22 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, July 23 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, July 22 at 7 a.m.

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

GET HELP!
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Drugs for Little Children: What is Safe? with Dr. Matthew Laughon

Posted on June 18, 2014 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam & Cristy will be joined by Dr. Matthew Laughon, associate professor of pediatrics at the University of North Carolina, about Drugs for Little Children: What is Safe?

Please tune in! This show will air:
WCHL 97.9FM
• Saturday, June 21^st at 9am
• Sunday, June 22^nd at 9am and 5pm
• Monday, June 23^th at 6pm and 10pm
WBNE 103.7 FM
• Saturday, June 21^st at 3pm
KKAG Retro Radio 88.7FM
• Sunday, June 22^nd at 7am

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

Research that Matters (min 0-10:30)
- What are Cancer Centers Advertising to the Public?
  - Full-text article
- A Second Language May Help Sustain the Brain
  - News about the study
- Xanax-related (alprazolam) ER Visits Double in Six Years
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Preschool Teacher Depression Linked to Behavioral Problems in Children
  - News about the study
  - Depression
Conversations with Dr. Matthew Laughon (min 9:30-30:30)
House Calls (min 30:30-40) measles vaccination & traveling, down syndrome & obesity, Donnatal & addiction, running & heart disease
- Do I need a measles shot if I’m traveling out of the country?
  - Measles for Travelers
  - Protect Yourself from the Flu and Other Diseases
- Why are children and adults with down syndrome overweight?
  - Weight Management for Down Syndrome
  - Down Syndrome with Dr. Allie Schwartz (YOUR HEALTH Radio September 2013)
- I’ve used Donnatal for over ten years for irritable bowl syndrome. My new doctor says it’s addictive and I should stop taking it. What do you think?
- I’m 65 years old and have heart failure. Is it safe to train for a 10K road race?

Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous Effective for Teenagers?

Posted on August 1, 2012 by Lynn Eades

More Information and Resources for Help with Addictions

Over the years data has shown us that Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous can be effective programs for adults. But what about if those adults are teenagers, will the AA and NA program remain as effective? Other research suggests these program are effective for teens.

This study looked at almost 127 adolescents; ¾ were male and ¼ were female teenagers who were followed over a one-year period as they went through AA or NA. Researchers then looked at how their participation related to the outcomes of them being substance-free.

The good news is that the study showed us there was a positive relationship between attendance level and substance use. So the more meetings the adolescents attended, the better off they ended. The study also showed that adolescents who had a sponsor, someone who actually supported them beyond just attending the meetings, fared better then those who didn’t.

So, getting involved with AA or NA early on is a GOOD idea for those with addictions, whether you’re an adult or teenager.

Women, Trauma & Addiction with Dr. Stephanie Covington

Posted on June 20, 2012 by Lynn Eades

This weekend Adam & Cristy will be joined by Nationally Recognized Clinician, Author, Organizational Consultant, and Lecturer, Dr. Stephanie Covington to talk about Women, Trauma & Addiction.

Please tune in! This show will air:
• Saturday, June 23^rd at 9am
• Sunday, June 24^th at 9am and 5pm
• Monday, June 25^th at 6pm and 10pm

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

Research that Matters (min 0-9)
Conversations with Dr. Stephanie Covington (min 9-31)
House Calls (min 31-41)

You may also like:

A Journey Back from Opioid Addiction (YOUR HEALTH Radio July 2018)

An incredible story of recovery from Rabbi Mark Borovitz, an ex-con who found a new calling (YOUR HEALTH Radio January 2017)

Marijuana Use & Abuse with Dr. James Finch (YOUR HEALTH Radio August 2014)

Substance Abuse Recover, TROSA, and Your Health with Kevin McDonald (YOUR HEALTH Radio March 2014)

Inside Rehab with Anne Fletcher (YOUR HEALTH Radio February 2013)

Teen Substance Abuse with Gary Sauls (YOUR HEALTH Radio July 2010)

Speech and Language Disorders with Dr. Katarina Haley

Posted on April 24, 2010 by Lynn Eades

This week Adam and Cristy talk with Katarina Haley, professor in the UNC Department of Allied Health Sciences, Division of Speech and Hearing Sciences, about speech and language disorders.

Listen to the show!

Download the episode from the Carolina Digital Repository

Research That Matters (min 0-10:49)
- Colonoscopy and rate of cancer deaths
- Breastfeeding regularly and the potential impact on healthcare costs
- Prescription drug abuse and hospitalization
- Overweight patients and quality of care because of bias
Conversations with Dr. Katarina Haley (min 10:49-30:55)
- Speech and Communication Disorders
- Speech, Language and Communication
House Calls (min 30:55-40:00)
- Do I have asthma or trigger induced bronchospasm? This makes a difference in my insurance.
  - Exercise-Induced Bronchoconstriction
  - Asthma
- Moles and melanoma
  - Moles
  - Melanoma
- Sore throat and antibiotics
  - Antibiotics
- What is post-stroke rehabilitation?
  - Post-Stroke Rehabilitation

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Tag Archives: Drug Abuse

A Journey Back from Opioid Addiction

Drugs for Little Children: What is Safe? with Dr. Matthew Laughon

Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous Effective for Teenagers?

Women, Trauma & Addiction with Dr. Stephanie Covington

Speech and Language Disorders with Dr. Katarina Haley