The Heart: Past, Present and Future

Posted on February 23, 2019 by Lynn Eades

Dr. Jauhar, photo by Beowulf Sheehan

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam and guest co-host Dr. Cam Coleman talk with cardiologist and director of the Heart Failure Program at Long Island Jewish Medical Center Dr. Sandeep Jauhar about his new book Heart: A History.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill

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

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, February 24 at 7 a.m.

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

Research That Matters (min 0-10:06)
- Frequent fried food consumption associated with higher risk of death
  - News about the study
  - Full-text article
- Occupational stress associated with weight gain in Swedish study
- Should low risk cancers be renamed?
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Skinny genes play significant part in weight
  - News about the study
  - Full-text article
Conversations with Dr. Sandeep Jauhar (min 10:06-30:12)
House Calls (min 30:12-40:00)
- Can you recommend some resources to help me understand what my brother-in-law with prostate cancer is going through?
  - Prostate Cancer: The Basics (UpToDate)
  - Prostate Cancer (Cancer.gov)
  - Treatment Preference and Patient Centered Prostate Cancer (PCORI)
  - Evaluating Health Websites
- What can I do for my 3-year-old who gets motion sickness when he travels?
  - Motion Sickness
  - Car Sickness
- What are thunderclap headaches?
  - Thunderclap Headaches
- Should I be worried about terms on my x-ray report?
  - Chondrocalcinosis (Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis)
  - Early Degenerative Changes (Aging Changes in the Bones, Muscles and Joints)

Men’s Health—and Why You Might See a Few More Mustaches This Month

Posted on November 18, 2017 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam and guest co-host Dr. Warren Perry talk with Mark Hedstrom, senior vice president of the Movember Foundation, about men’s health—and why you might see a few more mustaches this month.

Please tune in! The show will air:

WCHL 97.9 FM

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

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, November 19, at 7 a.m.

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

Research That Matters (min 0-9:37)
- Vaccine microparticles could release drugs or vaccines long after injection
- Listening to happy music facilitates creativity
  - News about the article
  - Full-text of the article
- Mind wandering is common during driving
- Anxiety disorders increase risk for adverse pregnancy outcomes
  - News about the article
  - Abstract of the article
Conversations with Mark Hedstrom (min 9:37-29:56)
- Movember Foundation
- Men’s Health
House Calls (min 29:56-40:00)
- I know the controversy about the PSA (Prostate-specific antigen). My number has always been around 4 but has risen to about 6. My doctor wants me to see a urologist and consider a biopsy. Is that necessary?
  - Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test
- I’m 60 years old. When I tilt my head back, I have shooting pain down my left arm. Should I be concerned?
  - Arthritis
- I’ve had a torn meniscus for years and have taken Percocet for the pain. My doctor feels with the recent attention on opiates it is too dangerous to continue. My only other option is surgery. Why can’t I stay on this medication instead of having surgery?
  - Prescription Opioids
  - Meniscus tears
- I need to have surgery on my wisdom teeth but I have severe needle phobia. What can you suggest?
  - Phobias
  - Wisdom Teeth Management

Worldwide Work Against Threats to Our Health

Posted on October 7, 2017 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam and guest co-host Dr. Elizabeth Parks talk with Dr. Myron Cohen, director of the Institute for Global Health and Infectious Diseases at UNC, about his worldwide work against the spread of AIDS and other threats to our health.

Please tune in! The show will air:

WCHL 97.9 FM

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

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, October 8, at 7 a.m.

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

Research That Matters (min 0-10:54)
- TB vaccine BCG effective for twice as long as previously thought
  - News about the article
  - Abstract of the article
- More older men get prostate radiation when doctors own the equipment
  - News about the article
  - Abstract of the article
- FDA announces first US gene therapy approval for cancer treatment
  - News about the article
- Sequencing all 24 human chromosomes uncovers rare disorders
  - News about the article
  - Abstract of the article
Conversations with Dr. Myron Cohen (min 10:54-32:38)
House Calls (min 32:38-40:00)
- What are the risks of a facelift?
  - Facelift Risks and Safety
- When should my wife and I consider fertility treatments and what’s the first step?
  - Infertility
- Is it really worth getting a flu shot?
  - Flu Shot

The FIRST Program: Acceleration to Service

Posted on June 17, 2016 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam & Cristy will be talking with Thomas D’Angelo, Thane Campbell, Kyle Melvin and Dr. Erin Fraher, medical students in UNC School of Medicine’s FIRST Program and Professor in the UNC Department of Family Medicine about The FIRST Program: Acceleration to Service.

Please tune in! The show will air:

WCHL 97.9FM
• Saturday, June 18th at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Sunday, June 19th at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Monday, June 20th at 6 p.m. and 10 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.7 FM
• Sunday, June 19th at 7 a.m.

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

Research that Matters (min 0-08:04)
- Obesity can contribute to risk for aggressive prostate cancer
  - News about the study
- Those who might have dementia but don’t have a diagnosis more likely to engage in risky behavior such as driving
  - News about the article
  - Full-text article
- Large number of knee and hip replacement patients still on opioids several months after surgery
  - News about the article
  - Full-text article
Conversations with Thomas D’Angelo, Thane Campbell, Kyle Melvin and Dr. Erin Fraher (min 10:32 -31:24)
House Calls (min 31:29-39:13)
- As a recent college graduate, what sorts of things do I really need insurance coverage for?
  - How to Choose a Health Plan
- How can we keep our young son’s Epi Pen with him when he’s at a friend’s house?
  - Epinephrine Injection
- How can I make end-of-life decision for my mentally challenged relative when I can’t explain the decisions to her?
  - Planning for End-of-Life Care Decisions

Re-Air: Avoiding the Emergency Room: The Role of Telemedicine with Dr. Bobby Park

Posted on March 25, 2016 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam & Cristy will be talking with Dr. Bobby Park, Co-founder and Director of RelyMD about Avoiding the Emergency Room: The Role of Telemedicine.

Please tune in! The show will air:

WCHL 97.9FM
• Saturday, March 26th at 9 a.m.
• Sunday, March 27th at 9 a.m.
• Monday, March 28th at 6 p.m. and 10 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.7 FM
• Sunday, March 27th at 7 a.m.

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

Research that Matters (min 0-09:27)
- Obesity increases negative trauma surgery outcomes
  - News about the article
  - Abstract of the article
- Smokeless tobacco has higher marker of specific carcinogen than smoked tobacco
  - News about the article
  - Free full-text article
- Men who exercise have lower prostate cancer risk
  - News about the article
  - Abstract of the article
- Children who get good breakfast had better academic outcomes
  - News about the article
  - Free full-text article
Conversations with Dr. Bobby Park (min 09:28 -31:01)
- RelyMD
- Telehealth
House Calls (min 31:02-39:29)
- Healthy Holiday Gifts
  - Local Harvest Food Delivery
  - Fitbit
- Frequent Tums use and heartburn
  - Gastritis
  - GERD
  - Heartburn
- Muscle tension headaches, migraines or both
- When to stop anxiety and depression medication
  - Antidepressant withdrawal
  - How to safely take antidepressants

You may also like:

Virtual Visits: The Good, Bad, and Ugly With Dr. Jeremy Kahn (YOUR HEALTH Radio June 2015)

Avoiding the Emergency Room: The Role of Telemedicine with Dr. Bobby Park

Posted on November 27, 2015 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam & Cristy will be talking with Dr. Bobby Park, Co-founder and Director of RelyMD about Avoiding the Emergency Room: The Role of Telemedicine.

Please tune in! The show will air:

WCHL 97.9FM
• Saturday, November 28th at 9 a.m.
• Sunday, November 29th at 9 a.m.
• Monday, November 30th at 6 p.m. and 10 p.m.

WBNE 103.7 FM
• Saturday, November 28th at 3 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.7 FM
• Sunday, November 29th at 7 a.m.

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

Research that Matters (min 0-09:27)
- Obesity increases negative trauma surgery outcomes
  - News about the article
  - Abstract of the article
- Smokeless tobacco has higher marker of specific carcinogen than smoked tobacco
  - News about the article
  - Free full-text article
- Men who exercise have lower prostate cancer risk
  - News about the article
  - Abstract of the article
- Children who get good breakfast had better academic outcomes
  - News about the article
  - Free full-text article
Conversations with Dr. Bobby Park (min 09:28 -31:01)
- RelyMD
- Telehealth
House Calls (min 31:02-39:29)
- Healthy Holiday Gifts
  - Local Harvest Food Delivery
  - Fitbit
- Frequent Tums use and heartburn
  - Gastritis
  - GERD
  - Heartburn
- Muscle tension headaches, migraines or both
- When to stop anxiety and depression medication
  - Antidepressant withdrawal
  - How to safely take antidepressants

You may also like:

Virtual Visits: The Good, Bad, and Ugly With Dr. Jeremy Kahn (YOUR HEALTH Radio June 2015)

All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly with Dr. Amy Denham

Posted on March 24, 2015 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam & guest co-host Dr. Bob Gwyther will be talking with Dr. Amy Denham, Associate Professor of UNC Family Medicine about All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly.

Please tune in! This show will air:
WCHL 97.9FM
• Saturday, March 28th at 9am
• Sunday, March 29th at 9am and 5pm
• Monday, March 30th at 6pm and 10pm
WBNE 103.7 FM
• Saturday, March 28th at 3pm
KKAG Retro Radio 88.7FM
• Sunday, March 29th at 7am

Listen to the Show!

Download the episode from the Carolina Digital Repository

Research that Matters (min 0-8:00)
- Designing Safer Roads
  - Full article
  - News about the article
- Taking Pills to Prevent HIV Exposure Among Gay Men
  - News about the article
  - More about Truvada (Pre-exposure prophylaxis or PrEP)
- Flavored Booze Beverages
  - Full-text article
  - News about the article
- Fluoridation in the Water Supply
  - Abstract
  - News about the article
Conversations with Dr. Amy Denham (min 8:00-29:00)
- Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly
- Search for PACE programs in your community
House Calls (min 29:00-38:30)

Flavored e-cigarettes
- Electronic cigarettes
Cost of not going to the doctor
- Protection from the high cost of medical bills
Stricture after prostate cancer
- Treatment of urethral strictures
Dementia
- Self-care for family caregivers

You may also like:

Aging and Your Health
Resources for healthy aging
Keeping Love Alive as Memories Fade
Featuring author Gary Chapman on the Alzheimer’s journey
The Past, Present and Future of Alzheimer’s Research with Dr. Rudolph Tanzi
Alzheimer’s disease research
Alzheimer’s and Families with Lisa Gwyther
The impact of Alzheimer’s Disease of family members
Caring for an Aging America with Dr. Gregg Warshaw
Dr. Warshaw talks about geriatric care in the United States
Family Caregiving & Living in the Land of the Limbo with Carol Levine
Carol Levine is the Director of the Families and Healthcare Projects at the United Hospital Fund
Ending the Plague of Loneliness with Dr. Bill Thomas
Dr. Thomas is a co-founder of the Eden Alternative, an organization dedicated to creating quality of life for Elders and their care partners

Accepting Brain Death with Dr. Benjamin Wilfond

Posted on September 12, 2014 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam & Cristy will be joined by Dr. Benjamin Wilfond, Professor in Chief in the Division of Bioethics at the University of Washington School of Medicine about Accepting Brain Death.

Please tune in! This show will air:

WCHL 97.9FM
• Saturday, September 13th at 9am
• Sunday, September 14th at 9am and 5pm
• Monday, September 15th at 6pm and 10pm

WBNE 103.7 FM
• Saturday, September 13th at 3pm

KKAG Retro Radio 88.7FM
• Sunday, September 14th at 7am

Listen to the Show!

Download the episode from the Carolina Digital Repository

Research that Matters (min 0-10:00)
- Depression and Heart Failure
  - Full-text article
- Watermelon Lowering Blood Pressure
  - News about the article
  - Abstract of article
- Circumcision and Prostate Cancer
  - Full-text article
- Summer Safety Tips
  - Summer safety tips
Conversations with Dr. Benjamin Wilfond (min 10:00-29:30)
- Link to article information in New England Journal of Medicine
- Understanding Brain Death
House Calls (min 29:00-40:00)
- Discolored Bowel Movements
- Heavy Menstrual Periods
- Preventing Hemorrhoids
  - Hemorrhoids
  - Hemorrhoid Prevention
- Future in Medical Career

Re-air Financial Incentives for Weight Loss with David Roddenberry

Posted on December 31, 2013 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, we’re re-airing one of our most interesting shows with David Roddenberry, Co-Founder of HealthyWage, about Financial Incentives for Weight Loss.

Please tune in! This show will air:
WCHL 97.9FM
• Saturday, January 4^th at 9am
• Sunday, January 5^th at 9am and 5pm
• Monday, January 6^th at 6pm and 10pm
KKAG Retro Radio 88.7FM
• Sunday, January 5^th at 7am

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

Research that Matters (min 0-9)
Conversations with David Roddenbery (min 9-30)
House Calls (min 30-38)

When the Lights Go Out with Ryan Boyle

Posted on October 29, 2013 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam & Cristy will be talking with author, Ryan Boyle, about his book, When the Lights Go Out: A Boy Given a Second Chance.

Please tune in! This show will air:
WCHL 97.9FM
• Saturday, November 2^nd at 9am
• Sunday, November 3^rd at 9am and 5pm
• Monday, November 4^th at 6pm and 10pm

KKAG Retro Radio 88.7FM
• Sunday, November 3^rd at 7am

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

Research that Matters (min 0-10)
- Cues that Lead Wine Drinkers to Unintentionally Overpour
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Changing the attitudes towards cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
  - Full text article
- Immune clearance of highly pathogenic SIV infection
  - Full-text article
- Pertuzamab for HER-2 breast cancer: first presurgical breast cancer drug
  - News about the study
  - FDA Approval for Pertuzumab
Conversations with Ryan Boyle (min 10-30)
- When the Lights Go Out: A Boy Given a Second Chance by Ryan Boyle
- Team USA ParaOlympics
House Calls (min 30-39)
- Iron deficiency and anemia
- Flu shots and sickness
  - Vaccine Side Effects
  - Preventing the flu
- Genetics and prostate cancer
  - Prostrate Cancer Prevention

You may also be interested in:

Traumatic Brain Injury with Dr. Heather Walker (YOUR HEALTH Radio May 2013)

Cognitive training for chronic traumatic brain injury (Last Research that Matters July 2018)

High school football players experience adverse brain effects even without diagnosed concussions (Last Research that Matters October 2015)

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Tag Archives: Prostate Cancer

The Heart: Past, Present and Future

Men’s Health—and Why You Might See a Few More Mustaches This Month

Worldwide Work Against Threats to Our Health

The FIRST Program: Acceleration to Service

Re-Air: Avoiding the Emergency Room: The Role of Telemedicine with Dr. Bobby Park

Avoiding the Emergency Room: The Role of Telemedicine with Dr. Bobby Park

All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly with Dr. Amy Denham

Accepting Brain Death with Dr. Benjamin Wilfond

Re-air Financial Incentives for Weight Loss with David Roddenberry

When the Lights Go Out with Ryan Boyle