Everyday Medicine
Summary: Everyday Health Advice for Everyday Medical Challenges.
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- Artist: Dr. Ryan A. Stanton, M.D.
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Podcasts:
Urinary tract infections are a common cause of altered mental status, especially in the elderly. In this episode, we talk about why urine should be considered when confusion sets in.
Memorial Day is the Spring onset of "trauma season". In this episode, we talk about trauma and ways to stay safe.
In the US, our healthcare system is more geared towards quantity and not quality. In this episode, we talk about a mindshift towards "aging for quality".
Smoking is still one of the greatest preventable causes of disease and death. in this episode, we talk abouth whether age matters.
There is a clear link between allergies and pollutions. In this episode, we will talk about the two.
It's a great weekend for some American celebrations. In this episode, we talk about some of the things that you can do to keep it safe.
Sleep is one of the most important aspects of our health. Unfortunately, far to few people get enough. In this episode, we talk about some of the factors that effect that sleep.
Suicide is the unfortunate result of a complete loss of connection/hope in life. In this episode, we talk about the recent rise and what we all need to do to protect lives.
Softball is one of the sports and terms that does not accurately describe a potentially dangerous, hard object that can cause significant damage. In this episode, I talk about some safety inspired by a recent patient in the ED.
For decades, we have turned to diet soda as a way to enjoy a tasty beverage while still honoring that diet. Unfortunately, our design has thwarted us and diet soda may have just the opposite effect from the desire. In this episode we talk about diet soda and why it may not be good for that diet.
They 2015-2016 flu season ran late this year. In this episode, we talk about the late flu season and preventing infection.
Lice is an all too common affliction, typically in school age children. Unfortunately, lice are becoming resistent to common topical treatments. In this episode, we talk about "Super Lice" and what you can do to keep your kid's scalp lice free.
Most of us will have a reaction and rash when exposed to poison ivy. Unfortunately, the rash can last weeks and re-exposure is a real risk. In this episode, we talk about some of the risks, prevention, and treatment of poison ivy.
Pain is one of the most common life experiences. We will likely all have pain at some point. The key is to understand the cause of that pain and the best/safest treatment plan. In this episode, we talk about NSAIDs for pain.
We often see people in the ER with concerns about fever, especially "high fevers". In reality, the number isn't as important as the patient's risks and symptoms. In this episode, we talk about fever with what you really need to consider and treat.