All Things Sleepy and Awake

Posted on October 26, 2019 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam and guest co-host Dr. Stephen Hooper will be talking with Dr. Mary Ellen Wells— director and associate professor of Neurodiagnostics and Sleep Science in UNC’s Department of Allied Health Sciences—about all things sleepy and awake.

You can catch the episode on:

97.9 FM The Hill
• Saturday, October 26 at 9 a.m.
• Sunday, October 27 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Monday, October 28 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM
• Sunday, October 27 at 7 a.m.

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

Research That Matters (min 0-11:03)
- People with osteoarthritis at higher risk of social isolation
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Incorporating physical activity in classrooms could improve concentration
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Complications from steroid injections for hip and knee arthritis
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Health inequality in deaths of children under 5 years of age
  - News about the article (pdf)
  - Article abstract
Conversations with Dr. Mary Ellen Wells (min 11:03-32:51)
House Calls (min 32:51-40:00)
- I’ve had a pain in my side, under my ribs for years. Any thoughts about what this could be?
  - Pain
- What options does my friend have for pain relief since as she’s recovering from alcohol abuse?
  - Non-Drug Pain Management
- When should I consider hospice for my wife who has liver disease?
  - Hospice Care
  - Palliative Care

Oral Historians Collect "Stories to Save Lives"

Posted on October 20, 2018 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam and guest co-host Dr. Jamila Battle talk with Dr. Rachel Seidman—director of UNC’s Southern Oral History Program—and Joanna Ramirez—a master’s student in the Gillings School of Global Public Health—about the “Stories to Save Lives” project, documenting North Carolinians’ beliefs about healthcare.

97.9 FM The Hill

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

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, October 21 at 7 a.m.

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

Research that Matters (min 0-7:23)
- On-again, off-again relationships and effect on mental health
- HPV vaccinations up but HPV-related cancers are up too
  - News about the study
  - CDC Data Brief
- Risks of alcohol consumption increase with levels of consumption
  - News about the study
  - Full text article
Conversations with Dr. Rachel Seidman and Joanna Ramirez (min 7:23-32:42)
- Stories to Save Lives
- Wisconsin Veterans Museum Oral History Program
House Calls (min 32:42-40:00)
- I think I have plantar fasciitis. Can I treat that myself or do I need to see my doctor?
- My doctor told me there’s a voluntary recall on my high blood pressure medicine and I needed to take a different medication. Is that really necessary?
  - Recall for Medications Containing Valsartan
- What do you think about taking melatonin to help someone sleep and what are the risks?
  - Melatonin

Re-air: Why Teens Take Risks—And How We Can Help Keep Them Safe

Posted on June 27, 2018 by Lynn Eades

Born to be Wild Why Teens Take Risks, and How We Can Help Keep Them Safe

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, we’ll revisit the conversation Adam and guest co-host Dr. Jonathan Fricke had with Dr. Jess Shatkin—professor of child and adolescent psychology and pediatrics at New York University—about his book Born to be Wild: Why Teens Take Risks, and How We Can Help Keep Them Safe.

You can catch the episode on:

WCHL 97.9 FM

Saturday, June 30 at 9 a.m.
Sunday, July 1 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, July 2 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, July 1 at 7 a.m.

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

Research that Matters (min 0-11:23)
- Vitamin D levels and mortality in patients with heart disease
  - News about the article
  - Abstract of the article
- Lavender, Tea Tree Oil linked to breast growth in boys
  - Press Release: Study to be presented at ENDO 2018 meeting
  - News about the article
- Insomnia and genetics link
  - News about the article
  - Abstract of the article
- First-person singular pronoun use and negative emotionality
  - News about the article
  - Abstract of the article
Conversations with Dr. Jesse Shatkin (min 11:23-28:18)
House Calls (min 28:18-40:00)
- What can I do about waking up several times during the night?
  - Sleep Health
  - Sleep Disorders
- What do you suggest for someone who bites the inside of their cheek?
  - Chronic Cheek Biting
- My teenage son who is about to start driving is colorblind. Should I be concerned?
  - What it’s like to be colorblind
- What diet should I follow if I have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?
  - Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  - IBS Diet

Why Teens Take Risks—And How We Can Help Keep Them Safe

Posted on April 14, 2018 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam and guest co-host Dr. Jonathan Fricke talk with Dr. Jess Shatkin—professor of child and adolescent psychology and pediatrics at New York University—about his new book Born to be Wild: Why Teens Take Risks, and How We Can Help Keep Them Safe.

You can catch the episode on:

WCHL 97.9 FM

Saturday, April 14 at 9 a.m.
Sunday, April 15 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, April 16 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, April 15 at 7 a.m.

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

Research that Matters (min 0-11:23)
- Vitamin D levels and mortality in patients with heart disease
  - News about the article
  - Abstract of the article
- Lavender, Tea Tree Oil linked to breast growth in boys
  - Press Release: Study to be presented at ENDO 2018 meeting
  - News about the article
- Insomnia and genetics link
  - News about the article
  - Abstract of the article
- First-person singular pronoun use and negative emotionality
  - News about the article
  - Abstract of the article
Conversations with Dr. Jesse Shatkin (min 11:23-28:18)
House Calls (min 28:18-40:00)
- What can I do about waking up several times during the night?
  - Sleep Health
  - Sleep Disorders
- What do you suggest for someone who bites the inside of their cheek?
  - Chronic Cheek Biting
- My teenage son who is about to start driving is colorblind. Should I be concerned?
  - What it’s like to be colorblind
- What diet should I follow if I have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?
  - Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  - IBS Diet

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

Re-air: Opioids and Chronic Pain

Posted on December 30, 2016 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam & Cristy will be talking with Dr. Daniel Alford, Medical Director of Office-Based Opioid Treatment at Boston Medical Center about Opioids and Chronic Pain.

Please tune in! The show will air:

WCHL 97.9 FM
• Saturday, December 31, at 9 a.m.
• Sunday, January 1, at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Monday, January 2, at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM
• Sunday, January 1, at 7 a.m.

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

Research that Matters (min 0-10:16)
- Younger people are having heart attacks and more heart risk factors
  - News about the study
- “Tough guys” are less likely to be honest with doctors
- Stress management in cardiac rehab results in fewer subsequent cardiac events
  - News about the study
  - Full-text article
- People with hearing loss have higher medical costs than people who don’t
  - Research Letter
Conversations with Dr. Daniel Alford (min 10:16 -30:10)
House Calls (min 30:10-40:00)
- I’ve been standing at work at a desk and my shins hurt, what should I do?
  - Adult Foot Health
- I can’t sleep and my doctor will not prescribe medication, should I see a sleep specialist?
  - Sleep Disorders
- Do I have options for getting medical care at home, as my kids live far away and I’m having trouble getting around?
  - Home Care for Aging Adults

Opioids and Chronic Pain with Dr. Daniel Alford

Posted on May 10, 2016 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam & Cristy will be talking with Dr. Daniel Alford, Medical Director of Office-Based Opioid Treatment at Boston Medical Center about Opioids and Chronic Pain.

Please tune in! The show will air: Dr. Daniel Alford

WCHL 97.9FM
• Saturday, May 7th at 9 a.m.
• Sunday, May 8th at 9 a.m.
• Monday, May 9th at 6 p.m. and 10 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.7 FM
• Sunday, May 8th at 7 a.m.

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

Research that Matters (min 0-10:16)
- Younger people are having heart attacks and more heart risk factors
  - Abstract
- “Tough guys” are less likely to be honest with doctors
- Stress management in cardiac rehab results in fewer subsequent cardiac events
  - Abstract
  - News
- People with hearing loss have higher medical costs than people who don’t
  - Research Letter
Conversations with Dr. Daniel Alford (min 10:16-30:10)
House Calls (min 30:10-40:00)
- I’ve been standing at work at a desk and my shins hurt, what should I do?
  - Adult Foot Health
- I can’t sleep and my doctor will not prescribe medication, should I see a sleep specialist?
  - Sleep Disorders
- Do I have options for getting medical care at home, as my kids live far away and I’m having trouble getting around?
  - Home Care for Aging Adults

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Dr. Nicole Lurie – The Next Epidemic: Protecting YOUR HEALTH

Posted on May 28, 2015 by Lynn Eades

Dr. Lurie This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam and Cristy will be talking with Dr. Nicole Lurie, Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response about The Next Epidemic: Protecting YOUR HEALTH.

Please tune in! The show will air:
WCHL 97.9FM
• Saturday, May 30th at 9 a.m.
• Sunday, May 31st at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Monday, June 1st at 6 p.m. and 10 p.m.
WBNE 103.7 FM
• Saturday, May 30th at 3 p.m.
KKAG Retro Radio 88.7 FM
• Sunday, May 31st at 7 a.m.

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

Research that Matters (min 0-10:05) Health disparities in the LGBT population, Sleep and pain, Benefits of HPV vaccine, Sugary soda
Conversations with Dr. Nicole Lurie (min 10:05-30:28)
House Calls (min 30:28-38:54) Microhemorrhages, Disinterest in sex, Increased blood pressure with little stress, Lymphodema

Research that Matters
- Health disparities in the LGBT population and health care providers
  - Abstract of article
  - News about the article
- Sleep and pain
  - Abstract of article
  - News about the article
- HPV vaccine benefits
  - Abstract of article
  - News about the article
- Sugary soda and beverages
  - Free full text article
  - News about the article
Conversations with Dr. Nicole Lurie
House Calls

Sleeping Too Much or Too Little: Answers on YOUR HEALTH with Dr. Heidi Roth

Posted on February 24, 2015 by Lynn Eades

Dr_Heidi_Roth This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam & Cristy will be talking with Dr. Heidi Roth, Associate Professor and Sleep Specialist at UNC’s Department of Neurology about Sleeping Too Much or Too Little: Answers on YOUR HEALTH.

Please tune in! This show will air:
WCHL 97.9FM
• Saturday, February 28th at 9am
• Sunday, March 1st at 9am and 5pm
• Monday, March 2nd at 6pm and 10pm
WBNE 103.7 FM
• Saturday, February 28th at 3pm
KKAG Retro Radio 88.7FM
• Sunday, March 1st at 7am

Related links:
American Academy of Sleep Medicine

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

Show Topics:

Research that Matters (min 0-10:30) Older adults and falling, People joining walking groups, Tweeting and its relation to health, Access for Medicaid patients with Obamacare
Conversations with Dr. Heidi Roth about Sleeping Too Much or Too Little: Answers on YOUR HEALTH (min 10:30-34:00)
House Calls (min 34:00-42:30) Early signs of Arthritis, High Fever with Vomiting, Subclinical Hyperthyroidism, Pain in Pelvis

Research that Matters
- Older adults and falling
  - Abstract of article
  - News about the article
- Walking groups
  - Abstract of article
  - News about the article
- Tweeting and health
  - Abstract of article
  - News about the article
- Access for Medicaid patients
  - Abstract of article
  - News about the article
Conversations with Dr. Heidi Roth
House Calls

2014: The Cholesterol Odyssey with Sid Smith

Posted on November 18, 2014 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam & Cristy will be joined by Dr. Sid Smith, Professor of Medicine and Director of the Center for Cardiovascular Science and Medicine at UNC Chapel Hill, as well as Past President of the American Heart Association to talk about about 2014: The Cholesterol Odyssey.

Please tune in! This show will air:

WCHL 97.9FM
• Saturday, November 22nd at 9am
• Sunday, November 23rd at 9am and 5pm
• Monday, November 24th at 6pm and 10pm

WBNE 103.7 FM
• Saturday, November 22nd at 3pm

KKAG Retro Radio 88.7FM
• Sunday, November 23rd at 7am

Listen to the Show!

Download the episode from the Carolina Digital Repository

Show Topics:

Research that Matters (min 0-10:30) Aspirin and Prevention for Cancer, Young Troops and Sexual Health Problems, Video Games for Children, Coupons for the Farmer’s Market
Conversations with Dr. Sid Smith about 2014: The Cholesterol Odyssey (min 10:30-32:30)
House Calls (min 32:30-40) Old Age and Sleeping Pills, Hepatitis C, Pacemakers and Blockages

Resources:

Research that Matters
- Aspirin & cancer prevention
  - Abstract of article
  - News about the article
- Young troops & sexual health problems
  - Abstract of article
  - News about the article
- Video games & children
  - Abstract of article
  - News about the article
- Coupons for the farmer’s market
  - Abstract of article
Conversations with Dr. Sid Smith
House Calls

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Tag Archives: Sleep Disorders

Oral Historians Collect "Stories to Save Lives"

Re-air: Why Teens Take Risks—And How We Can Help Keep Them Safe

Why Teens Take Risks—And How We Can Help Keep Them Safe

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

Re-air: Opioids and Chronic Pain

Opioids and Chronic Pain with Dr. Daniel Alford

Dr. Nicole Lurie – The Next Epidemic: Protecting YOUR HEALTH

Sleeping Too Much or Too Little: Answers on YOUR HEALTH with Dr. Heidi Roth

2014: The Cholesterol Odyssey with Sid Smith