In this episode, Dr. David Priest, chief safety & quality officer at Novant Health answers the latest questions about coronavirus. Stick around to hear what you should do to keep your family safe.
Mar 19, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 46
For more than 30 years, Ann Caulkins worked in the news business. Today, her mission is to to engage and connect donors to Novant Health programs and initiatives that save lives and improve the health of communities.
Mar 17, 2020•16 min•Season 1Ep. 41
Dr. Timothy Collins at Novant Health Oncology Specialists in Winston-Salem discusses the findings of a study that links exercise with a lower risk of certain cancers.
Mar 16, 2020•8 min•Season 1Ep. 45
Novant Health integrative medicine physician Dr. Russell Greenfield has advice for people who want to protect themselves from the coronavirus. He tackles questions around supplements, vitamins, diet and lifestyle in a breezy 15-minute discussion about how to best protect yourself from getting sick.
Mar 12, 2020•17 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Dr. Matthew "Max" Carraro, a neurologist at Novant Health Neurology & Sleep, discusses the advancements in MS treatments that can improve the quality of life for people living with multiple sclerosis.
Mar 12, 2020•15 min•Season 1Ep. 44
TytoHome is a handheld exam kit and app that lets you perform guided medical exams with a healthcare provider, anytime, anywhere. Dr. Aram Alexanian of Novant Health discusses how TytoHome works to help patients receive a diagnosis, a treatment plan, and a prescription if needed, all from the comfort of home.
Mar 10, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 42
Dr. Jed Schortz, Novant Health Gynecologic Surgery and Pelvic Pain, discusses the often-debilitating condition that affects one in ten women: endometriosis.
Mar 10, 2020•13 min•Season 1Ep. 41
Sam Spain, a registered dietitian at Novant Health Bariatric Solutions in Kernersville, offers alternative ways to incorporate protein into your diet - products such as veggie burgers, hemp seeds and soy products.
Mar 09, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 40
Dr. Nancy Behrens, a Novant Health sleep medicine specialist, explains how getting enough sleep is an integral part of being healthy, both mentally and physically.
Mar 04, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 40
Cassie Gregory, RN, loves to care for newborns at the hospital. And sometimes, that can include the ones that don't make it. Learn how Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center uses bereavement photography to provide comfort for parents on the worst day of their lives.
Feb 26, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 39
The thought of spine surgery can sound pretty scary. In this episode, Dr. Chase Bennett, a spine surgeon at Novant Health Brain & Spine Surgery, shares how he is addressing low back pain with a new procedure known as lateral lumbar interbody fusion. Stick around to hear him explain why this approach is a total game changer when it comes to minimally invasive surgery.
Feb 25, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Wake up often at night? A loud snorer? Always sluggish the next day? You may have sleep apnea and be a candidate for CPAP machine therapy. Dr. Nancy Behrens, a Novant Health sleep medicine specialist, discusses how the treatment works, can improve your health and is much sleeker and quieter than in years past.
Feb 25, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 37
Registered dietitian Tina Hreso offers best practices when it comes to choosing a healthy yogurt. In this episode, you'll learn which kinds of yogurt to avoid and how many sugars to aim for.
Feb 20, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Thanks to hand specialists like Dr. Derek Bernstein at Novant Health Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, wide-awake hand surgery is now just as easy as and possibly more enjoyable than going to the dentist. In this episode, you will learn how being awake during the procedure results in better surgical outcomes and can save the patient money.
Feb 18, 2020•8 min•Season 1Ep. 35
Registered dietitian Tina Hreso explains what to look for on the back of the box when choosing a granola bar.
Feb 17, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 34
The warning signals during a woman's heart attack can be different from those of a man. They're equally as serious, though, and something every female should be aware of.
Feb 17, 2020•13 min•Season 1Ep. 32
You can improve and maintain your heart health at any age. Dr. Sandy Charles, a Novant Health cardiologist, explains some steps you can take to make your heart become more effective.
Feb 17, 2020•13 min•Season 1Ep. 33
More than any other disease, Americans age 60 or older are afraid of developing dementia. But did you know that not all forms of dementia are the same? This is Gina DiPietro with Novant Health Healthy Headlines. In this episode, Josh Jarman asks Novant Health’s Dr. Mishi Jackson to explain the link between heart health and vascular dementia. Stick around to hear her take on prevention, crossword puzzles, defining success and advice for family members.
Feb 11, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Dr. Elise Herman, psychiatry division chair at Novant Health, breaks down the affect of dating apps on users' self-esteem. From rejection to unrealistic expectations, Herman discusses the link between dating apps and depression and how we should approach online dating.
Feb 04, 2020•18 min•Season 1Ep. 30
When your teen goes to the pediatrician, you may be asked to leave the room so your child and the doctor can discuss everything from sexual activity to depression. The good news: Three Novant Health doctors walk us through how to survive what can be a difficult moment for many families.
Jan 28, 2020•19 min•Season 1Ep. 30
For Tricia Thomas, bariatric surgery was only the beginning of her story. Inspired by her weight loss, the 46-year-old set a new goal, to become a professional bodybuilder! But to do so, she would need some help. Hear the rest of Tricia’s inspiring story in this episode.
Jan 28, 2020•17 min•Season 1Ep. 29
After a sports injury sidelined her a few years ago, Tricia Thomas struggled with her weight to the point of becoming morbidly obese. In this episode, Tricia shares how weight-loss surgery, a mindset change and sports performance training helped her lose 120 pounds and become a professional bodybuilder. This is the first of a three part series. Stick around to hear how she is now inspiring others.
Jan 28, 2020•8 min•Season 1Ep. 29
In the last episode we learned that Tricia Thomas had an injury that sidelined her from her normally active lifestyle. This injury led to gradual weight gain to the point of being considered morbidly obese. In this episode, Tricia explains how she found help when she needed it the most. This is the second of a three-part series. Checkout the last episode to learn how she became a professional bodybuilder.
Jan 28, 2020•13 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Jennifer Anderson Logan, a Novant Health registered dietitian, discusses the "anti-diet" intuitive eating and how it can help more than just your waistline.
Jan 21, 2020•15 min•Season 1Ep. 28
We live in a hurry-up, fast-paced world. Here are some tips on learning how to slow down and enjoy life more.
Jan 14, 2020•15 min•Season 1Ep. 27
We all know the emergency room may not be the best option when it comes to seeking care for less severe medical problems. But how do we decide where to go when? In this episode, Novant Health leader Dr. Pam Oliver walks though the options, and also discusses the emerging choice of virtual Care at Novant Health. Start here: NovantHealth.org/TytoHome ....
Dec 31, 2019•16 min•Season 1Ep. 25
To help cut through the sea of claims around a never-ending parade of wellness related pitches we talk to Dr. Genevieve Browning of Novant Health about several products her patients ask her about every single day.
Dec 24, 2019•19 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Certified midwife, Kiya Fox, discusses how midwives help women with the labor and delivery process, as well as other parts of a woman's life.
Dec 17, 2019•10 min•Season 1Ep. 23
When it comes to helping moms through labor, Dr. Bob D'Angelo with Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center has seen a world of change. For the better Here's what expecting moms need to know.
Dec 10, 2019•11 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Can you touch your toes? If not, you're missing out when it comes to sports performance. Matt Fortune, a sports performance trainer at Novant Health, explains why flexibility is so important when it comes to speed and strength training.
Dec 03, 2019•13 min•Season 1Ep. 22