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

You may also like:

Fighting Future Flu Outbreaks (YOUR HEALTH Radio August 2018)

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

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.

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

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

Explaining "America’s Great Divide" with Jonathan Weiler

Posted on November 17, 2018 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam and guest co-host Dr. Jamila Battle talk with Dr. Jonathan Weiler—director of undergraduate studies and professor in UNC’s Curriculum in Global Studies—about his new book Prius or Pickup? How the Answers to Four Simple Questions Explain America’s Great Divide.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill

Saturday, November 17 at 9 a.m.
Sunday, November 18 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, November 19 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, November 18 at 7 a.m.

Listen to the show!
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Research that Matters (min 0-9:14)
- Stress can impair memory, thinking skills
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- No evidence of HPV vaccine increasing sexual risk-taking behaviors
  - News about the study
  - Full-text article
- Conversion efforts to change LGBT sexual orientation can lead to depression, suicide
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
Conversations with Dr. Jonathan Weiler (min 9:14-30:27)
- Prius or Pickup? How the Answers to Four Simple Questions Explain America’s Great Divide
House Calls (min 39:27-40:00)
- We had a good experience with hospice when my mother died. Is this a typical experience?
  - Hospice Care
- My father starting having hallucinations after taking Requip for restless legs syndrome. How could this happen?
  - Restless Legs Syndrome
- Will a person with type 2 diabetes automatically end up on insulin?
  - Type 2 Diabetes

A History of Vaccines and Human Immunity

Posted on October 13, 2018 by Lynn Eades

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill

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

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, October 14 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

You may also like:

Fighting Future Flu Outbreaks (YOUR HEALTH Radio August 2018)

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

Collaboration in Medicine with Paul Chelminski and the UNC Physician Assistant Program

Posted on July 22, 2017 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam and Cristy talk with Paul Chelminski, MD, MPH, director of UNC’s physician assistant program and professor of medicine, about the broad range of experiences he’s had throughout his career and what they taught him about medicine and the importance of collaboration

Please tune in! The show will air:

WCHL 97.9 FM

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

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, July 23, at 7 a.m.

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

Research That Matters (min 0-8:26)
- As people get older, sleep quantity and quality decline
  - News about the Article
  - Full-text article
- Allowing women to labor longer can cut C-section rate
  - Full-text article
- A new study on daydreaming points to the benefits of letting your mind wander
  - News about the Article
  - Full-text article
- Close to half of American adults infected with HPV
  - CDC report
Conversations with Dr. Paul Chelminski (min 8:26-29:48)
House Calls (min 29:48-40:00)
- After using Augmentin, I broke out in hives. Could the two be related?
  - Drug Reactions
- I recently started taking Prednisone and I think it’s disrupting my sleep. What’s your advice?
  - Prednisone
- I’m a 30-year-old and had back spasms after doing a summersalt. What should I do?
  - Back Pain
- I have a spot on my hand that I thought was a wart but started itching and now has darkened skin around it. Should I be concerned?
  - Warts
  - Skin Conditions

Publish or Perish: The Battle of Science for Your Health with Shy Arkin

Posted on January 14, 2014 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam & Cristy will be talking with Professor Shy Arkin, Vice-President for Research & Development at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, about Publish or Perish: The Battle of Science for Your Health.

Please tune in! This show will air:
WCHL 97.9FM
• Saturday, January 18^th at 9am
• Sunday, January 19^th at 9am and 5pm
• Monday, January 20^th at 6pm and 10pm
KKAG Retro Radio 88.7FM
• Sunday, January 19^th at 7am

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

Research that Matters (min 0-10)
- Plate Color and Consumption (article abstract)
- Soda and Cancer Risk for Women
  - Full-text article
- New Screening for Lung Cancer
  - News about the article
  - Full-text article
- Parkinson’s Disease and Exercise
  - Full-text article
Conversations with Professor Isaiah (Shy) Arkin (min 10-30)
- Article in Research Trends
- The Arkin Lab
House Calls (min 30-40)

Suicide with Jodi Flick

Posted on April 10, 2013 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam & Cristy will be talking with Clinical Assistant Professor at UNC’s School of Social Work Family and Children’s Resource Program, Jodi Flick, about Suicide.

Please tune in! This show will air:
• Saturday, April 13^th at 9am
• Sunday, April 14^th at 9am and 5pm
• Monday, April 15^th at 6pm and 10pm

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

Research that Matters (min 0-9)
- Dietary patterns matter: diet beverages and cardiometabolic risks in the longitudinal Coronary Artery Risk Development in Young Adults
  - Full-text article
- Increase in Use of Robotically-Assisted Hysterectomy for Benign Gynecologic Disorders
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- High-glycemic Foods Tied to Diabetes Risk
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
Conversations with Jodi Flick (min 9-30)
- American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255
House Calls (min 30-40)
- Drinking and DTs
  - Delirium tremens
- Multiple medications for chronic pain
  - Help managing multiple medications
- Glucosamine side effects
  - Glucosamine
- Tinnitus

You may also like:

Marijuana and Mental Illness (YOUR HEALTH Radio, Research that Matters, September 29, 2018)

New Narratives in the Field of Mental Health (YOUR HEALTH Radio May 2017)

The Media’s Portrayal of Mental Illness (YOUR HEALTH Radio October 2016)

Combining Mental Health and Primary Care (YOUR HEALTH Radio August 2015)

Protecting our Children: the Dangers of Mental Illnesses and Disorders with Dr. Mimi Chapman (YOUR HEALTH Radio March 2014)

Re-Airing a Calm Brain with Dr. Gayatri Devi

Posted on December 18, 2012 by Lynn Eades

We’re re-airing one of our favorite shows this weekend on YOUR HEALTH®. Tune in to hear Adam

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

Surviving Breast Cancer with Dr. Lisa Carey & Ms. Barbara Martin

Posted on December 14, 2012 by Lynn Eades

Dr. Lisa Carey

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam & Cristy will be joined by Marilyn Jacobs Preyer Distinguished Professor in Breast Cancer Research at UNC, Dr. Lisa Carey, and Clinic Coordinator for The Center for Marriage & Family Therapy and Counseling and Breast Cancer Survivor, Ms. Barbara Martin to talk about Surviving Breast Cancer.

Please tune in! This show will air:
• Saturday, December 15^th at 9am
• Sunday, December 16^th at 9am and 5pm
• Monday, December 17^th at 6pm and 10pm

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

Research that Matters (min 0-10)
Conversations with Dr. Lisa Carey & Ms. Barbara Martin (min 10-38)
House Calls (min 38-43)
- Childhood Stress
- A visit to the intensive cares unit: a family-centered culture change to facilitate pediatric visitation in an adult intensive care unit
- Types of Blood Pressure Medications
- Drug Information [search by drug name and/or link to DailyMed to view package inserts]
- Eye Infections

A Calm Brain with Dr. Gayatri Devi

Posted on July 24, 2012 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam & Cristy will be talking with Director of the New York Memory Services and Associate Professor at New York University School of Medicine, Dr. Gayatri Devi, about her book, A Calm Brain.

Please tune in! This show will air:
• Saturday, July 28^th at 9am
• Sunday, July 29^th at 9am and 5pm
• Monday, July 30^th at 6pm and 10pm

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

Research that Matters (min 0-11)
- Doctor salary inequality & gender
  - Gender Differences in the Salaries of Physician Researchers
- Vitamin D & bone fractures
  - Vitamin D Lowers Bone-fracture Risk Only at High Doses
- Hospital noises & sleeping
  - Sleep Disruption Due to Hospital Noises: A Prospective Evaluation
- Statins & fatigue
  - Statins Shown to Cause Fatigue
Conversations with Dr. Gayatri Devi (min 11-31)
- A Calm Brain: How to Relax into a Stress-Free, High-Powered Life by Dr. Devi
- Dr. Devi’s website
House Calls (min 31-42)

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Re-air: A History of Vaccines and Human Immunity

Giving Diseased Heart Tissue New Life

Explaining "America’s Great Divide" with Jonathan Weiler

A History of Vaccines and Human Immunity

Collaboration in Medicine with Paul Chelminski and the UNC Physician Assistant Program

Publish or Perish: The Battle of Science for Your Health with Shy Arkin

Suicide with Jodi Flick

Re-Airing a Calm Brain with Dr. Gayatri Devi

Surviving Breast Cancer with Dr. Lisa Carey & Ms. Barbara Martin

A Calm Brain with Dr. Gayatri Devi