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Southern Remedy

Southern Remedy is Mississippi Public Broadcasting’s flagship wellness radio program dedicated to keeping Mississippians healthy. The call-in radio program airs at 11 a.m. weekdays. Each day a different healthcare provider from the University of Mississippi Medical Center discusses various topics and takes questions from listeners.


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  • Monday - Family Nurse Practitioner Josie Bidwell, Southern Remedy Healthy & Fit 
  • Tuesday - Dr. Susan Buttross, Southern Remedy Relatively Speaking 
  • Wednesday - Dr. Jimmy Stewart, The Original Southern Remedy 
  • Thursday - Dr. Mary Morgan McLeod, Southern Remedy Kids and Teens 
  • Friday - Dr. Jasmine Kency, Southern Remedy for Women

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Episodes

Southern Remedy Relatively Speaking | Dreams During Covid-19

Have you had more disturbing dreams in the last several months. Do you find your dreams are filled with problems that you can’t solve or places that you cannot seem to get to no matter how hard you try? Well, you aren’t the only one. Today we will explore why this may be happening and how to try to make those disturbing dreams go away a with our guest, LPC and Dream Specialist, Karen Bonner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jul 14, 202051 min

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit | Dr. Elena Dent

Dr. Josie Bidwell, Associate Professor of Preventive Medicine at UMMC broadcasts via Skype to observe social distancing guidelines. This week, she talks to registered dietitian Dr. Elena Dent. They discuss the role of nutrition in promoting a healthy immune system. They answer listener questions about sugar’s effect on a woman’s body, Vitamin D supplements, whether vitamin supplements should be given to children and COVID 19. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jul 13, 202048 min

The Original Southern Remedy

Dr. Jimmy Stewart, Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at UMMC, answers questions from listeners about their medical concerns. This week, there are questions about the pneumonia shot, triglyceride levels, alternatives to a colonoscopy-- and COVID 19. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 08, 202048 min

Southern Remedy Relatively Speaking | Open Topic Show

Today on Relatively Speaking our listeners choose the topics with our "Open Topic show". Listen as Dr. Buttross answers emails and addresses many issues from social distancing and wearing masks to renewing drivers licences. If you have a topic suggestion, question or comment for the show, please email family@mpbonline.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jul 07, 202048 min

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit | Dermatology

Dr. Josie Bidwell, Associate Professor of Preventive Medicine at UMMC broadcasts via skype to observe social distancing guidelines. This week, she talks with Dr. Robert Brodell, Chairman of the Department of Dermatology at UMMC and Dr. Jordie Ivy, a resident in the Dermatology Department. They talk about skin cancer and answer questions about itching, rashes and acne. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 06, 202048 min

Southern Remedy Kids & Teens | Staying Cool in the Summer

It's heating up here in the south. Summer time is in full swing and Independence Day is this weekend, So, on this week's episode, Dr. Morgan McLeod is talking about how to beat the heat and stay safe while enjoying the summer. Dr. McLeod talks about different illnesses that come around in the summer, and how to stay safe in the water and avoid drowning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 02, 202049 min

Southern Remedy Relatively Speaking | "Colorblind" Raising Children who are Unbiased

Ever wondered what this world would be like if we only saw people for who they are and not what they look like? Today we're discussing the idea of being “colorblind” and the ability to see people for who they are and not judge them by the color of their skin, with guest, Mike Duke, Director of MPB's Radio Reading Service. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 30, 202048 min

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit | Summertime Q and A

Dr. Josie Bidwell, Associate Professor of Preventive Medicine at UMMC broadcasts via skype to observe social distancing guidelines. This week, she answers summertime questions dealing with sunburn, poison ivy and West Nile virus. You can get in touch with Dr.Bidwell via her Facebook page Healthy Habits with Josie or by emailing fit@mpbonline.org . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 29, 202048 min

Southern Remedy For Women | COVID-19 talk with Dr. Joe Pressler

The doctors welcome back Dr. Joe Pressler from Greenwood-Leflore Hospital discussing handling COVID-19 from the perspective of people at home, and those working in emergency rooms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 26, 202050 min

Southern Remedy Kids & Teens | Asthma

This week, Dr. Morgan McLeod talks about childhood asthma, including the triggers, symptoms, and treatments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 25, 202049 min

The Original Southern Remedy

Dr. Jimmy Stewart, Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at UMMC, answers questions from listeners about their medical concerns. This week, there are questions about autism, plantar fasciitis, sarcoidosis-- an auto-immune disease-- and COVID 19. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 24, 202045 min

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit | Fruits and Vegetables Month

Dr. Josie Bidwell, Associate Professor of Preventive Medicine at UMMC broadcasts via Skype to observe social distancing guidelines. This week, her guest is registered dietitian Dr. Fiona Lewis. They answer listener questions while talking about ways to add fruits and vegetables to your diet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 22, 202048 min

The Original Southern Remedy

Dr. Jimmy Stewart, Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at UMMC, answers questions from listeners about their medical concerns. This week, there are questions about the cancer risk in diet sodas, hernias and the relationship between long term use of anti-depressants and dementia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 17, 202048 min

Southern Remedy Relatively Speaking | The Importance of Fathers

In honor of Father’s Day today we discussed the importance of fathers in a child’s life and how the father- child relationship can ultimately affect what kind of adult that child becomes. Plus, listen as callers share their comments and stories about their fathers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 16, 202045 min

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit | Dr. Carl Mangum

Dr. Josie Bidwell, Associate Professor of Preventive Medicine at UMMC broadcasts via skype to observe social distancing guidelines. This week, her guest is Dr. Carl Mangum, Associate Professor of Nursing at UMMC. They discuss Dr. Mangum’s work with the National Disaster Medical System on the frontlines of combating COVID 19. They also talk about hurricane preparedness and dealing with anxiety. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 15, 202047 min

The Original Southern Remedy

Dr. Jimmy Stewart, Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at UMMC, answers questions from listeners about their medical concerns. This week, there are questions about nose bleeds and skin rashes and Dr. Jimmy has information about staying hydrated. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 10, 202047 min

Southern Remedy Relatively Speaking | What are We Teaching Our Children About Racism

Kids are noticing differences, they are noticing race, and gender and all of these issues but what are we teaching them? Listen as Dr. Susan Buttross along with Dr. Ruth Patterson discuss racism in America and why this is a conversation parents and guardians need to have with their children. No matter what challenges come up as you talk with your kids, there are lots of great resources out there to help you continue these crucial conversations. Check out the following resources for further help ...

Jun 09, 202047 min

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit | out of studio Q and A

Dr. Josie Bidwell, Associate Professor of Preventive Medicine at UMMC is out this week, so in this recorded program she answers some recent emails and questions asked on her Facebook page Healthy Habits with Josie. She answers questions about black seed oil, arthritis and COVID 19 spread, offers some suggestions for healthy snacking and talks about being prepared during hurricane season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 08, 202052 min

The Original Southern Remedy

Dr. Jimmy Stewart, Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at UMMC, answers questions about the coronavirus and COVID 19 from listeners. He also answers several general medical questions. This week, there are questions about skin cancer, bug bites and bow leggedness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 03, 202048 min

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit | Questions and Answers

Dr. Josie Bidwell, Associate Professor of Preventive Medicine at UMMC broadcasts via skype to observe social distancing guidelines. This week, she answers questions about COVID 19 and answers a questions about tetanus shots and botulism. You can leave a question for her on her Facebook page called healthy habits with Josie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 01, 202048 min

The Original Southern Remedy

Dr. Jimmy Stewart, Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at UMMC, answers questions about the coronavirus and COVID 19 from listeners. He also answers several general medical questions. This week, there are questions about gall bladder surgery, heart murmurs and toenail fungus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 27, 202048 min

The Original Southern Remedy

Dr. Jimmy Stewart, Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at UMMC, answers questions about the coronavirus and COVID 19 from listeners. He also answers several general medical questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 20, 202048 min

Southern Remedy Relatively Speaking | Foster Care and Adoption

Foster care, the words all too often conjure negative images for children, but sometimes foster care placement can save a child and turn a family around. This month is National Foster Care Month so today we’re discussing Mississippi's foster care system and highlighting new information and programs for children and families who may need help with our guest Lea Anne Brandon, Director of Communications for the Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services. If you or someone you know is in ne...

May 19, 202050 min

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit | COVID Q and A

Dr. Josie Bidwell, Associate Professor of Preventive Medicine at UMMC broadcasts via skype to observe social distancing guidelines. This week, she answers questions about COVID 19 and answers a question about biting yellow flies. You can leave a question for her on her Facebook page called healthy habits with Josie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 18, 202048 min

The Original Southern Remedy

Dr. Jimmy Stewart, Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at UMMC, answers questions about the coronavirus and COVID 19 from listeners. He is also able to answer general medical questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 13, 202047 min

Southern Remedy Relatively Speaking| Domestic Violence on the Rise

Shelter in place and safer at home, orders to protect us during the Covid-19 pandemic may be safer for most, but not all. Domestic violence is increasing. Job loss and social isolation while trapped at home with a person with aggressive /angry behavior have created the perfect storm. Today we’ll talk about domestic violence and what you can do when you or someone you care about need help with our guest, Dr. Julie Schumacher, psychologist, professor & Vice Chair of Education in the Department...

May 12, 202050 min

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit | COVID 19 answers and recipes

Dr. Josie Bidwell, Associate Professor of Preventive Medicine at UMMC broadcasts via skype to observe social distancing guidelines. This week, she answers questions about COVID 19, shares one of her recipes and talks to a caller about some salad recipes. You can leave a question for her on her Facebook page called healthy habits with Josie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 11, 202047 min

The Original Southern Remedy

Dr. Jimmy Stewart, Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at UMMC, answers questions about the coronavirus and COVID 19 from listeners. He is also able to answer general medical questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 06, 202048 min

Southern Remedy Relatively Speaking | Mother's Day : How to Honor Yours

Mother’s Day this year won’t look like it usually does but the feelings can be just as strong. The coronavirus pandemic has forced us all to readjust and rethink how we usually do things. Instead of letting that discourage us, we all have an opportunity to be creative and make this Mother's Day more memorable during this time. Listen as we celebrate moms and give tips on how you can show your love and appreciation to make this Mother's Day special. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

May 05, 202049 min

The Original Southern Remedy

Dr. Jimmy Stewart, Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at UMMC, answers questions about the coronavirus and COVID 19 from listeners. He is also able to answer general medical questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 29, 202048 min
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