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

Improving Healthcare from Cradle to Grave

Posted on June 7, 2018 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam and guest co-host Dr. Stephen Hooper talk with Dr. Adam Zolotor—president and CEO of the North Carolina Institute of Medicine and associate professor in UNC’s Department of Family Medicine—about improving healthcare from cradle to grave.

You can catch the episode on:

WCHL 97.9 FM

Saturday, June 9 at 9 a.m.
Sunday, June 10 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, June 11 at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, June 10 at 7 a.m.

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

Research that Matters (min 0-9:44)
- Parent contributions to children’s friendship’s stability
  - News about the article
  - Abstract of the article
- Cash provides incentives for teens to stay off phones while driving
  - News about the article
  - Abstract of the article
- FDA warns of Imodium as “poor man’s methadone” and recommends new packaging
  - FDA Blog Post
- Parental desensitization to violence in PG-13 movies
  - News about the article
  - Abstract of the article
Conversations with Dr. Adam Zolotor (min 9:44-31:25)
House Calls (min 31:25-40:00)
- How can I deal with feeling more anxious after having a stent placed after experiencing heart problems?
  - Anxiety
- My teenage son recently told my husband and I that he is gay. How can I support my son?
  - Homosexuality: Facts for Teens
  - Supporting Your Son or Daughter Before, During & After They Come Out
- My sister-in-law’s unborn child was diagnosed with down syndrome. What should we expect?

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

Cigarette Pack Warnings with Dr. Ronald Bayer

Posted on September 4, 2013 by Lynn Eades

Special guest host, Dr. Liz Baltaro, from the UNC Department of Family Medicine, will join Adam to talk with Professor of Public Health at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health, Dr. Ronald Bayer about Cigarette Pack Warnings.

Please tune in! This show will air:
WCHL 97.9FM
• Saturday, September 7^th at 9am
• Sunday, September 8^th at 9am and 5pm
• Monday, September 9^th at 6pm and 10pm
KKAG Retro Radio 88.7FM
• Sunday, September 8^th at 7am

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

Research that Matters (min 0-10:00)
- Anemia linked to increased risk of dementia
- Mindfulness meditation trims craving for tobacco: 60% reduction in smoking
- ADHD and texting found to significantly impair teenage driving
  - News about the study
  - Full-text article
- What’s In Chocolate, Cocoa That Might Benefit Brain Health?
  - News about the study
  - Full-text article
Conversations with Dr. Ronald Bayer (min 10-30)
House Calls (min 30:00-40:00)
- What is interstitial cystitis and where do I go for treatment?
  - Interstitial cystitis
- Neck surgery costs
  - Understanding Your Health Care Costs
- Does lab work show heart problems?
  - Heart Diseases
  - Heart Health Tests
- What is chondrocalcinosis?
  - Chondrocalcinosis or Pseudogout

Re-Airing of the Supreme Court & Your Health with Dr. Gregory Curfman

Posted on April 11, 2012 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, we’re re-airing one of our most popular shows about the Supreme Court & Your Health, with special guest, Executive Editor of The New England Journal of Medicine, Dr. Gregory Curfman.

Please tune in! This show will air:
• Saturday, April 14^th at 9am
• Sunday, April 15^th at 9am and 5pm
• Monday, April 16^th at 6pm and 10pm

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

Research that Matters (min 0-12)
Conversations with Dr. Gregory Curfman (min 12-34)
House Calls (min 34-43)

Gadget to Monitor Teenage Drivers

Posted on March 22, 2012 by Lynn Eades

Teenage drivers is one of the greatest concerns we have as parents.

The American Journal of Epidemiology examined drivers who drive in a jerky manner; driving in a way where they start too fast and then have to brake really fast; that sort of start/stop/start/stop. Researchers wanted to know if that sort of pattern is potentially predictive of future accidents.

The study, which looked at newly-licensed drivers, found that the number of sharp turns and screeching halts the teens made predicted their chance of having a car crash or near-car crash within the next few weeks.

Researchers actually had 42 teen drivers who made 68,000 driving trips. They followed the teens for 18 months and were equipped with a machine to monitor “G-force events”, sudden stopping and going, increased risk of crashes and near crashes.

This tells us that we may be able to prevent accidents by monitoring teen driving. If they are “jerky” not the teen type, but simply too quick to stop and start while driving, we should intervene. Monitors perhaps are an alternative but they are expensive, $500 and have a monthly service fee, but for some parents this may be well worth to really cut down on the risk that your child will have a crash.

Teen Driving Laws Saves Lives

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Lynn Eades

Teen auto deaths are one of our country’s great tragedies. Every day, hundreds of deaths that occur are not accidents; rather, they are preventable.

The Journal of the American Medical Association published a study that examined the different state laws in regards to teen driving regulations. They examined factors such as driving hours and how many passengers can be in the car. Kids driving later and kids driving with more passengers have more accidents.

The study showed that 47 out of every 100,000 teens on average die in car crashes every year, but with the restrictions, that average falls to 30 out of every 100,000, which is dramatic.

Car crashes are responsible for more than one third of deaths in teens in the U.S., so this is critical to note that stricter regulations will lower those numbers. The take-home message is to talk to your teenagers and try to help them understand the importance and responsibility that comes with driving. Then, talk with your legislators.

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

Improving Healthcare from Cradle to Grave

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

Cigarette Pack Warnings with Dr. Ronald Bayer

Re-Airing of the Supreme Court & Your Health with Dr. Gregory Curfman

Gadget to Monitor Teenage Drivers

The Supreme Court & Your Health with Dr. Gregory Curfman

Teen Driving Laws Saves Lives

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