Working Together to Improve the Care of an Aging Population

Posted on June 22, 2019 by Lynn Eades

Will Plattner getting to know UNC medical school mentees at the 2019 kick-off luncheon for Senior Mentor Program

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam talks with Dr. Ellen Roberts—director of the Senior Mentor Program in UNC’s Division of Geriatric Medicine—and Will Plattner—a longtime volunteer mentor—about working together to improve the care of an aging population.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill

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

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, June 23 at 7 a.m.

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

Research That Matters (min 0-8:35)
- Medical student evaluations applied differently depending on gender, minority status
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Stigma deters elite athletes with mental health issues from seeking help
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Nearly 1 in 5 parents say child never wears helmet while riding a bike
  - News about the study
  - Summary of the report
- Safe firearm storage lowers unintentional and self-inflicted injury for children and young adults
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
Conversations with Dr. Ellen Roberts and Will Plattner (min 8:35-30:15)
House Calls (min 30:15-40:00)
- Do most doctors know about environmental treatments for an ingrown toenail?
  - Ingrown Toenail
- What is the current thinking on taking hormones for hot flashes?
  - Hormone Replacement Therapy
- How could I not know that my mother was abusing alcohol?
  - Helping a Loved One with a Drinking Problem
  - Al-Anon Family Groups
- I’m a young doctor and have patients on a lot of medications. It’s hard to manage this in a short amount of time. What’s your advice?
  - Communicating with Patients
  - Stress Management

Aging and Your Health

Posted on September 5, 2018 by Lynn Eades

September is healthy aging month. Use these resources to learn more about how to stay healthy.

YOUR HEALTH Radio Shows on Alzheimer’s Disease and Senior Care

Keeping Love Alive as Memories Fade
Featuring author Gary Chapman on the Alzheimer’s journey
All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly with Dr. Amy Denham
Dr. Denham talks about the PACE Model of Care for senior citizens
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
30 Lessons for Living with Dr. Karl Pillemer
Dr. Pillemer talks about his book after interviewing more than one thousand Americans over the age of sixty-five

Healthy Aging

When Should You Get Your Flu Shot? (AARP)
BenefitsCheckUp (National Council on Aging)
Learn more about benefits and programs that can help you save money
Talking with Your Doctor (National Institute on Aging) (pdf document)
Talking with Your Doctor Toolkit (National Institute on Aging)
Senior’s Health (MedlinePlus)
Exercise for Seniors (MedlinePlus)
Nutrition for Seniors (MedlinePlus)
Safe Use of Medications (National Institute on Aging)
Bone Health for Seniors (American Bone Health)
Preventing Falls (Mayo Clinic)
Sleep Problems (Better Health While Aging)
Depression and Older Adults (National Institute of Mental Health)
Shots for Safety (National Institute on Aging)
Immunizations for Adults by Age (Centers for Disease Control) (pdf document)
Dementia (Alzheimer’s Association)

Books

Medicare

Videos

PBS Incredible Aging

Ted Talks

The Best Way to Help is Often Just to Listen
A 24-hour helpline in the UK known as Samaritans helped Sophie Andrews become a survivor of abuse rather than a victim. Now she’s paying the favor back as the founder of The Silver Line, a helpline that supports lonely and isolated older people. In a powerful, personal talk, she shares why the simple act of listening (instead of giving advice) is often the best way to help someone in need.
The Secret to Living Longer May Be Your Social Life
The Italian island of Sardinia has more than six times as many centenarians as the mainland and ten times as many as North America. Why? According to psychologist Susan Pinker, it’s not a sunny disposition or a low-fat, gluten-free diet that keeps the islanders healthy — it’s their emphasis on close personal relationships and face-to-face interactions. Learn more about super longevity as Pinker explains what it takes to live to 100 and beyond.
What’s the Secret to Living Longer? (8 videos)

Blogs

For Caregivers and Loved Ones

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

The Importance of Investing in Primary Care

Posted on January 6, 2018 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam and guest co-host Dr. Laura Higginbotham talk with the president of the Milbank Memorial Fund Christopher Koller about the importance of investing in primary care.

Please tune in! The show will air:

WCHL 97.9FM
• Saturday, January 6 at 9 a.m.
• Sunday, January 7 at 9 a.m.
• Monday, January 8 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM
• Sunday. January 7, at 7 a.m.

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

Research that Matters (min 0-10:26)
- Anti-depressant Usage in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients
  - News about the article
  - Full-text article
- Breakthrough for development of New Antibiotic (Teixobactin) to Fight Drug-Resistant Bacteria
  - News about the article
  - Full-text article
- Afterschool Program Environments Linked to Academic Confidence and Skills
  - News about the article
  - Full-text article
- Calorie counts on menus – Research Combining Results of Multiple Studies
  - News about the article
  - Full-text article
Conversations with Christopher Koller (min 19:26-30:04)
House Calls (min 30:04-40:00)
- What can I expect with a nerve block instead of general anesthesia?
  - Common patient questions about nerve blocks
- How concerned should I be about being diagnosed with MRSA?
  - MRSA, also called: Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus
- How do I know when to take my adult child with autism to the doctor?
  - Autism Speaks (Organization with resources for individuals with autism and their families)
  - Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Does my elderly mother in great health need to see her doctor every year?
  - Do You Really Need to Have an Annual Physical?
  - Aging and Your Health

Re-air: The Benefits of Breastfeeding—for Baby and Mom

Posted on June 30, 2017 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam and Cristy welcome Dr. Alison Stuebe, associate professor for the Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine at UNC, about the benefits of breastfeeding for both baby and mom.

Please tune in! The show will air:

WCHL 97.9 FM
• Saturday, July 1, at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Sunday, July 2, at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Monday, July 3, at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM
• Sunday, July 2, at 7 a.m.

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

Research that Matters
- Good cardiovascular health may protect you from depression
  - Abstract
- Pre-cut salad may encourage growth of Salmonella
  - Article
- Women who have their last baby after 35 are mentally sharper in old age
  - Keck School of Medicine Announcement
  - Article
- High-dose monthly vitamin D for prevention of acute respiratory infection in older patients
  - Article
Conversations with Dr. Alison Stuebe
- Abstract of Dr. Stuebe’s recent article
- Breastfeeding
House Calls
- How do you know when you have a cold vs a sinus infection and you should see your doctor?
  - Colds, Allergies and Sinusitis – How to Tell the Difference
- Is cracking my knuckles a big deal?
  - Knuckle Cracking Q&A
- My mother is in her late 70s and I’m concerned she’s losing her vision. How can I tell if this is a problem and what should I do?
- What advice do you have about a senior citizen living alone who might fall?
  - Falls and Older Adults
  - Aging and Your Health

The Benefits of Breastfeeding—for Baby and Mom

Posted on December 9, 2016 by Lynn Eades

Please tune in! The show will air:

WCHL 97.9 FM
• Saturday, December 10, at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Sunday, December 11, at 9 a.m.
• Monday, December 12, at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM
• Sunday, December 11, at 7 a.m.

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

Research that Matters
- Good cardiovascular health may protect you from depression
  - Abstract
- Pre-cut salad may encourage growth of Salmonella
  - Article
- Women who have their last baby after 35 are mentally sharper in old age
  - Keck School of Medicine Announcement
  - Article
- High-dose monthly vitamin D for prevention of acute respiratory infection in older patients
  - Article
Conversations with Dr. Alison Stuebe
- Abstract of Dr. Stuebe’s recent article
- Breastfeeding
House Calls
- How do you know when you have a cold vs a sinus infection and you should see your doctor?
  - Colds, Allergies and Sinusitis – How to Tell the Difference
- Is cracking my knuckles a big deal?
  - Knuckle Cracking Q&A
- My mother is in her late 70s and I’m concerned she’s losing her vision. How can I tell if this is a problem and what should I do?
- What advice do you have about a senior citizen living alone who might fall?
  - Falls and Older Adults
  - Aging and Your Health

The Superwoman Complex and Your Health

Posted on August 6, 2015 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam, Cristy and guest co-host Dr. Catherine Coe will be talking with Dr. Nicole Swiner, family physician, author and former family medicine resident-physician at UNC-Chapel Hill about How to Avoid the Superwoman Complex.

Please tune in!

WCHL 97.9FM
• Saturday, August 8th at 9 a.m.
• Sunday, August 9th at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Monday, August 10th at 6 p.m. and 10 p.m.

WBNE 103.7 FM
• Saturday, August 8th at 3 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.7 FM
• Sunday, August 9th at 7 a.m.

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

Research that Matters (min 0-10:51)
- Osteoporosis linked with heart disease in older people
- SSRI Antidepressant Use and Risk of Fractures Among Perimenopausal Woman without Mental Disorders
  - Article abstract
- Transportation is Top Need for Seniors Calling for Help
  - News about the study
- Too many early stage breast cancer patients getting advanced screenings
  - Full-text article
Conversations with Dr. Nicole Swiner (min 10:51-31:58)
House Calls (min 31:58-39:55)
- My ear is clogged and is starting to hurt. What could this be?
  - Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
- My daughter gets huge whelps from mosquito bites. Is she allergic?
  - Papular Urticaria
  - Treating Mosquito Bites
- All the deodorants and antiperspirants I’ve tried make me break out and itch. What can I do?
  - Contact Dermatitis
  - How to Treat Armpit Rash
- Should I be concerned about a growth on top of an age spot?
  - Age Spots

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

The War Over Guns: Is There a Middle Ground? with Mike Weisser

Posted on June 24, 2014 by Lynn Eades

Guns Cover This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam & Cristy will be joined by Mike Weisser, author, blogger, firearm trainer, NRA life member, & Ph.D recipient, about The War Over Guns: Is There a Middle Ground?

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

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

Research that Matters (min 0-7:30)
- Walks and Disabilities
  - Abstract of article
  - News about the article
- Cynicism and Dementia
  - Abstract of article
  - News about the article
- Smokers and Hearing Loss
  - Abstract of article
  - News about the article
- Indoor Tanning Risks
  - Abstract of article
  - News about the article
Conversations with Mike Weisser (min 9:30-30:30)
House Calls (min 30:30-40:00)

You may also like:

Policies to Prevent Gun Violence with Dr. Philip Cook, YOUR HEALTH Radio, March 2013
Living for 32 with Colin Goddard, YOUR HEALTH Radio, June 2011

The Power of Words in Healthcare with Lauren Russ and Jennifer Phillips

Posted on June 11, 2014 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam & Cristy will be joined by Lauren Russ and Jennifer Phillips from the Virginia Mason Medical Center about The Power of Words in Healthcare.

Please tune in! This show will air:
WCHL 97.9FM
• Saturday, June 14^th at 9am
• Sunday, June 15^th at 9am and 5pm
• Monday, June 16^th at 6pm and 10pm
WBNE 107.3 FM
• Saturday, June 14^th at 3pm
KKAG Retro Radio 88.7FM
• Sunday, June 15^th at 7am

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

Show Topics:

Research that Matters (min 0-9:30) food & seniors, hospital readmission & patient safety, asthma & bone loss, concussions & athletes
Conversations with Lauren Russ & Jennifer Phillips about Words in Healthcare (min 9:30-30:30)
House Calls (min 30:30-40) retirement & aches, scoliosis symptoms, Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease & pneumonia, sciatica

Resources:

Research that Matters
- food & seniors: More Americans in their golden years are going hungry
  - Link to press release
  - Link to National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey
- hospital readmission & patient safety
  - Site of hospital readmission and mortality: a population-based retrospective cohort study
- Asthma and bone loss
  - Are asthmatic patients prone to bone loss?
- Concussions and athletes
  - National High School Athlete Concussion Rates From 2005-2006 to 2011-2012
Conversations
- Experience-based design for integrating the patient care experience into healthcare improvement: Identifying a set of reliable emotion words
- Words Matter: Virginia Mason Study Paves Way for Better Understanding Patient’s Health Care Experience
House Calls

Breast Cancer & Mammograms: View from Canada with Dr. Anthony Miller

Posted on May 6, 2014 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam & Cristy will be talking with Dr. Anthony Miller, Professor Emeritus at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health at the University of Toronto, about Breast Cancer and Mammograms: Views from Canada.

Please tune in! This show will air:
WCHL 97.9FM
• Saturday, May 10^th at 9am
• Sunday, May 11^th at 9am and 5pm
• Monday, May 12^th at 6pm and 10pm
KKAG Retro Radio 88.7FM
• Sunday, May 11^th at 7am

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

Research that Matters (min 0-10)
- Pot smoking inhalation
  - Article abstract
- Cigarettes and heart disease
  - Full-text article
  - UNC Tobacco Intervention Programs
- Smoking and spontaneous abortion
  - Full-text article
- Heart health and brain function
  - Full-text article
  - American Heart Association’s Diet and Lifestyle Recommendations
Conversations with Dr. Anthony Miller (min 10-33)
- Full-text article: Twenty five year follow-up for breast cancer incidence and mortality of the Canadian National Breast Screening Study: randomized screening trial
- Risks of Breast Cancer Screening
House Calls (min 33-40)
- Aging parents and interpreters
  - Do I Need an Interpreter?
  - Aging and Your Health
- Immunizations and vaccinations
  - Measles Vaccination
  - Immunization
- Running and joints
  - Be Active Your Way
- Numbness and heart disease
  - Treating High Blood Pressure in People with Diabetes
  - At Risk for Kidney Disease?

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Tag Archives: Seniors’ Health

Working Together to Improve the Care of an Aging Population

Aging and Your Health

September is healthy aging month. Use these resources to learn more about how to stay healthy.

The Importance of Investing in Primary Care

Re-air: The Benefits of Breastfeeding—for Baby and Mom

The Benefits of Breastfeeding—for Baby and Mom

The Superwoman Complex and Your Health

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

The War Over Guns: Is There a Middle Ground? with Mike Weisser

The Power of Words in Healthcare with Lauren Russ and Jennifer Phillips

Breast Cancer & Mammograms: View from Canada with Dr. Anthony Miller