What is it like to live in your car as a way to escape harmful EMF health effects? Pat shares an email from a listener. Alana Sheeren Create Your Magical Life returns to talk about space and energy clearing. At the end of the show, Dr. John Patrick shares his Attitude books and answers the question - What should the next President do about our healthcare system? A big show with lots of important information. For more http://www.speakupandstayalive.com This show is brought to you by Talk 4 Radio ...
Aug 23, 2016•1 hr 24 min
What does Pat’s sandwich have to do with good relationships? Pat draws a parallel between her irritating sandwich order and relationships with healthcare providers. And guest Sandra Reich M.Ed. the Clinical Director of The Montreal Center for Anxiety and Depression talks about personal relationships and self esteem and how these impact your health. At the end of the show, please enjoy a special interview with Robert Novak, Advancing Life Network originally aired on Speak Up Talk Radio. This show...
Aug 17, 2016•1 hr 11 min
Is your computer emitting harmful frequencies without your knowledge or consent? Pat shares some important health saving tips. Guest Paul Connett Ph.D. from the Fluoride Action Network exposes the many little known health concerns with the mandatory fluoridation of our drinking water. Bonus – Do you hear from your doctor after an office visit? Pat asks the critical question, Is the patient portal a healthcare babysitter? Want more? http://www.speakupandstayalive.com This show is brought to you b...
Aug 11, 2016•52 min
In this special edition, we share three author interviews orignally aired on the Speak Up Talk Radio Network. Paul DeBlassie III author of THE UNHOLY talks about his novel. Author Mary Martinez shares her BECKETT SERIES. And author Rebecca Duvall talks about her book IN HIS WAY. To hear more interviews visit http://www.speakuptalkradio.com This show is brought to you by Talk 4 Radio ( http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network ( http://www.talk4media.com/) ....
Aug 01, 2016•1 hr 40 min
Pat the ‘AdvoCAT ‘shares her 5th veterinarian visit that finally diagnoses and removes a nasopharyngeal polyp from one of her 11 rescue cats. Not only must you advocate for your human loved ones – your pets need you to advocate for them too. And always ask for price transparency – HOW MUCH IS THAT? And later in the show, Guest Paul Levy, the former CEO of Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center joins the show to talk about patient safety. For more - http://www.speakupandstayalive.com This show is b...
Jul 28, 2016•52 min
Pat Advo'cats' for her kitten Houdini. After 10 months of snorting and five different vets, Pat and Dr. Google diagnose a nasopharyngeal polyp. Petcare and peoplecare - just as scary. And pet vets are not the only Vets we discuss. The Veterans Administration is entertaining a new proposal to allow Nurse Practitioners to fill the void and offer our Veterans more timely care. They are accepting public comments. Tune in to find out how to add your voice. For more http://www.speakupandstayalive.com ...
Jul 18, 2016•52 min
Feng Shui, Counting Sheep and Mr. Sandman - Pat takes you into her bedroom to explain why and how to get a good night's sleep. Your wireless devices could be causing grave harm to your health. Guest Joan Edwards shares her book Joans Eldercare Guide and offers tips to help both the elder patient and the caregiver maintain their health and sanity. The show wraps with some interesting television drug ad tricks designed to entice you to beg for more medications.- http://www.speakupandstayalive.com ...
Jul 08, 2016•52 min
Pat tells of her mom’s most recent patient experience – things are not improving folks. Dr. John P. Geyman – respected and experienced physician, medical editor, health writer and today’s guest shares his recent book – The Human Face of ObamaCare: Promises vs. Reality and What Comes Next. A Breakfast with Bob rounds out the show as Pat and Bob crunch through their non GMO cornflakes and discuss wireless technology hazards. For more http://www.speakupandstayalive.com This show is brought to you b...
Jul 08, 2016•52 min
Today's program is dedicated to preventing elder abuse by supposed 'guardians' and family members. For more visit http://www.speakupandstayalive.com This show is brought to you by Talk 4 Radio ( http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network ( http://www.talk4media.com/) .
Jul 06, 2016•52 min
Pat shares some food foolishness perpetuated by the food industry. Are those real blueberries in your cereal or are those ‘crunchlets’ composed of artificial garbage? Find out now. Guest Dr. Jenn Royster talks about post traumatic stress especially related to veterans and the benefits of meditation. Patient activist Casey Quinlan arrives to pose a seldom asked question of our healthcare providers prior to care – How Much IS That? For more visit http://www.speakupandstayalive.com This show is bro...
Jul 06, 2016•52 min
Guest and author Harriet Hodgson shares her three caregiving books and offers helpful tidbits to those caring for a loved one. Pat tackles the patient experience from an entymology point of view then delves into the health hazards caused by cell phones and other wireless devices. For more visit htpp://www.speakupandstayalive.com Description * Guest and author Harriet Hodgson shares her three caregiving books and offers helpful tidbits to those caring for a loved one. Pat tackles the patient expe...
Jun 21, 2016•52 min
What's the connection between the antibiotic Levaquin, the FDA, hedge funds and patient harm? Pat shares an eye-opening segment about collusion, racketeering, fraud and more. Guest Dr. Virginia Simpson talks about death, grieving and her book - The Space Between - a memoir of the years she cared for her mom. Stay safe from little known healthcare and hospital hazards. Visit http://www.speakupandstayalive.com This show is brought to you by Talk 4 Radio ( http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 ...
Jun 16, 2016•52 min
Disclosure, Apology and Offer - or Litigation? Today's guests offer some new solutions when medical errors occur. Then let the games begin as we playing lightening rounds of three of our favorite patient safety games in honor of our 4 years on the air. Happy Radioversary! This show is brought to you by Talk 4 Radio ( http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network ( http://www.talk4media.com/) ....
Jun 06, 2016•52 min
Are your perfumes, soaps, cosmetics and household items making you sick? Pat talks about chemical sensitivities and the 10 commandments of being a good neighbor. Thou shall not idle thy car engine ... May is Multiple Chemical Sensitivities Month - MCS - so tune in. For more - visit http://www.speakupandstayalive.com This show is brought to you by Talk 4 Radio ( http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network ( http://www.talk4media.com/) ....
May 23, 2016•52 min
Medical errors are the third leading cause of death. Really? Pat delves into this seldom discussed healthcare hazard. Does Sorry Work? Today's guest has much to say about healthcare providers, empathy and apologies. For more visit http://www.speakupandstayalive.com This show is brought to you by Talk 4 Radio ( http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network ( http://www.talk4media.com/) ....
May 18, 2016•52 min
Does Mother know best or is she a pest? Our mother's day game debunks some common bits of mother's wisdom. Guest Darrel Hick an infection preventionist shares some restroomology. Which is safer to use - air dryers or paper towels? Tune in. And for more visit http://www.speakupandstayalive.com This show is brought to you by Talk 4 Radio ( http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network ( http://www.talk4media.com/) ....
May 11, 2016•52 min
A half and half show today - half serious and half fun. Guests Chris Ganser and Dr. Jaime Bohl discuss colon cancer and new screening options. Why is this cancer on the rise? We have some answers Listeners call in to play the game Squeak Up and Stay Alive - a lighthearted event with serious consequences. Remember - the squeaky wheel gets the grease. The boys break out the squeaky ice cream cone shaped dog toys for this one. And for more visit http://www.speakupandstayalive.com This show is broug...
May 03, 2016•52 min
I spy with my big data eye ... Is someone watching your every move and reporting it to your healthcare providers? Pat has some shocking revelations. Guest Julie Stiles a health and transformation coach shows us how to take back our power when it comes to our health. Lots more at http://www.speakupandstayalive.com This show is brought to you by Talk 4 Radio ( http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network ( http://www.talk4media.com/) ....
Apr 27, 2016•52 min
Who needs a patient advocate and why? Pat explains how another set of eyes, ears and mouth can save your life during a hospital stay. Guest Lee Tilson - a patient safety philosopher of sorts shares his take on the current state of affairs. The boys play a fun game of Fear the Wheelchair. And for more - visit http://www.speakupandstayalive.com This show is brought to you by Talk 4 Radio ( http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network ( http://www.talk4media.com/) ....
Apr 25, 2016•52 min
Wah Wah Wah ... Is it Charlie Brown's parents or is it the discharge nurse sending you home with unintelligible instructions? Pat shares some going home tips and tools to help you return home and stay there. Guest, Jason Wolf of the Beryl Institute answers some listener questions about the patient experience. The boys play Are You in Jeopardy or Are You Safe? A bit of humor with a serious message. For more visit http://www.speakupandstayalive.com This show is brought to you by Talk 4 Radio ( htt...
Apr 07, 2016•52 min
A new study shows that 81% of patients are unhappy with their hospital experience. Pat has some gems of her own to share. Lost urine samples, ICU nurse booking travel plans, nurses too busy to tend to bedsores ... You'll be surprised! Guest Denise Chicoine an RN talks about multiple scleroris and the MS One To One Program. For more visit http://www.speakupandstayalive.com This show is brought to you by Talk 4 Radio ( http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network ( http://www.talk4media...
Mar 25, 2016•52 min
Have you had your sprinkle today? Hopefully not - as we uncover the health dangers associated with talcum powder - especially important for women! Guest Emily Wallace author of the book Scarred for Life retells her horrifying childhood of abandonment and abuse. Pat shares an email about FitBits and sounds a warning about the health effects you won't hear about anywhere else. For more visit http://www.speakupandstayalive.com This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio ( www.w4cy.com ) part of Talk ...
Mar 17, 2016•52 min
Pat reveals a new finding that medication errors occur in one out of two surgical procedures. How scary is that? Find out what you can do to be the safe one. Guest 17 year old Morgan Gleason diagnosed with a rare disease explains how her illness propelled her to be an important voice in the patient experience world. Game Time with fun contestants - all about senior issues For more visit http://www.speakupandstayalive.com This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio ( www.w4cy.com ) part of Talk 4 R...
Mar 11, 2016•55 min
Did any of your school friends have brain tumors? Why is this suddenly a problem? New studies confirm that brain cancer is on the rise in young people. Pat has some suggestions. (turn off your phone) Dr. Peter Grinspoon - a Harvard trained physician confronts his opiate addiction & discusses the prevalence of addiction within the medical community. A candid & brutally honest conversation. Learn more about his book Free Refills and http://www.speakupandstayalive.com This show is broadcast...
Mar 05, 2016•55 min
Is This Normal? Pat shares a recent healthcare encounter that includes a receptionist wearing a bejeweled tiara, disco earrings and low cut top. Add some really bad tattoos, bagel chomping and rude attitude and things get heated. Is this the new normal? Brooke Billingsley from Perception Strategies shares the concept of healthcare mystery shoppers and how these secret spys can help improve the patient experience. For more visit http://www.speakupandstayalive.com This show is broadcast live on W4...
Feb 25, 2016•55 min
What kind of doctor gets sued and why? Pat reveals the 2015 Medscape report that tells all. Guest Kim Goldberg shares the new cure for Hepatitis C, explains why the price is $1000 per pill and asks everyone to get tested. Groundbreaking news! Would you seek a second opinion as a way to avoid medical harm? Many people don't and won't. What's up with that? For more patient safety tips and tools visit http://www.speakupandstayalive.com This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio ( www.w4cy.com ) part...
Feb 19, 2016•52 min
Are hospitals prescribing more opiod drugs to improve patient satisfaction surveys? Pat has some news. A mom of a teenage girl who killed herself due to ill effects from WiFi in her school, shares this tragic story. All this and more - Fear the Wheelchair and Are You a Patient or Are You a Population? A jam packed show. And to purchase the book that started it all - visit http://www.speakupandstayalive.com This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio ( www.w4cy.com ) part of Talk 4 Radio ( http://w...
Feb 17, 2016•52 min
Have you heard of wireless refugees or WiFi exiles? Pat shares a letter from a listener whose health has diminished to the point that he is forced to live in his car in order to avoid microwave frequencies from cell towers, smart meters, and second hand wifi. A truly troubling vision of things to come. Alana Sheeren host of Create Your Magical Life shares ways to clear your space and relationships of trapped energy. For more on these topics visit http://www.speakupandstayalive.com This show is b...
Feb 11, 2016•52 min
Bouncing back and forth from rehab to hospital? How to avoid the boomerang effect and how to choose your facility wisely. Guest, Gina Murphy Darling of Mrs. Green's World shares some insight into the damaging health effects caused by your clothing. Is there Teflon in your trousers? Toxins in your T-shirt? We have the answers unless of course you are a nudist! And for more patient safety tips and tools visit http://www.speakupandstayalive.com This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – ( www.w4cy...
Jan 25, 2016•52 min
The patient experience shared by 10 world famous healthcare safety champions. Short 3 minute segments taken from our previous Summer Just Got Serious guest lineup. A bit of heat to warm the winter. And Pat comments on two emails written by listeners who have something to say about patient safety. This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio ( www.w4cy.com ) part of Talk 4 Radio ( http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network ( http://www.talk4media.com/) ....
Jan 14, 2016•52 min
