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Summary: RadioMD’s “talking” Health A-Z Interviews with experts in the world of health, including world-renowned physicians, authors and celebrities in every area of health, wellness, fitness and medicine. Learn the best ways to stay fit, stay healthy and stay well.

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 7 Steps to Improve Your Brain | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

The concept that intelligence is entirely inherited and fixed is no longer valid.There's a long-running myth that your brain slows and deteriorates as you age and that you can do little to stop it. That's simply not true. New scientific evidence demonstrates that the brain is highly plastic and cognitive ability can be increased at any stage of life. Whether in the workplace or the classroom, the ultimate competitive edge is an improved mind. Dr. David Bardsley has a seven-step action plan which you can immediately implement to improve comprehension, memory, and make faster, better decisions whether in business or school. He joins Dr. Mike to explain how this plan works and how you can start incorporating it into your daily life.

 Can Marijuana Prevent Seizures? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Recent research confirms that compounds found in marijuana calm excited brain cells, preventing seizures.In an effort to treat their children’s intractable seizures, many families have made the move to Colorado where medical marijuana is legal. This may seem almost insane to some, but it‘s the only option left for many children whose seizures don’t respond to traditional treatments. Many doctors are reluctant to prescribe marijuana to their patients, especially if they’re children. Which begs us to ask the question... can this stuff really help? In this segment, Dr. Mike cuts through the confusion when it comes to marijuana and seizures.

 Keeping In Touch with Your Child When You’re Not Home | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Skype? FaceTime? Find a Phone? How much contact with your child when they're not at home is too much?You don't want to be labeled as a helicopter parent. But when you're kids aren't at home, how much contact is just enough, and how much is too much? Is it too invasive for you to know where your children are at all times? You don't want to over-do it, and have the end result be that your child resents your ability to contact them at anytime; especially when they're out with their friends. But, are you well within your rights to call them, check up on them and find out where they are and when they'll be home? What about GPS on their phones? Is this too intrusive? There are so many ways to use technology to communicate with your kids and even have some fun at the same time. Apps like Find a Phone, FaceTime, Skype and others can close that gap and ease your mind when your kids are not with you. Dr. Cori Cross helps you figure out how much is enough when it comes to keeping in touch with your kids when they're not at home.

 Playing in the Sun Safely without Ruining the Fun | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Warm, sunny days are wonderful. But what feels good can also harm you and your littlest family members.Warm, sunny days are wonderful. It's great to be outside. The sun feels good on your skin, especially after a long, drawn-out winter. But what feels good can also harm you and your smallest family members. A baby's skin is more delicate and thinner than an adult's and burns and irritates more easily. Even dark-skinned babies may get sunburned. And remember, babies cannot tell you if they are too hot or beginning to burn and obviously can't get out of the sun without an adult's help. Babies also need an adult to dress them properly and to apply sunscreen. It's good for children and adults to spend time playing and exercising outdoors, and it's important to do so safely. In this segment, Dr. Cori Cross shares some simple rules to protect your little ones from sunburns.

 A Vacation Checklist for Parents | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

It's summer again and vacation time is here. Are you ready for any unexpected things that might come up?Summer has finally arrived, which means that for many families, vacation time is also here. People often talk about the pros and cons of traveling with their kids. All kinds of experts offer opinions on planning ahead and the best places to go when taking your kids along. You want to make sure to pack everything you will need as well as things that you hope you won't need. Are you a parent that travels with your medicine cabinet just in case? What about long car rides and plane trips? Do you know where there are clinics in case you need one? Special guest, Dr. Deborah Greenhouse, shares a detailed vacation checklist so you are very prepared in case of any little setbacks. So, get your pencils out and take notes. These are things you don't want to forget.

 Teens & Drunk Driving: Are Your Streets Safe? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Traffic crashes are the leading cause of death for teens and young adults. You can play an important role in keeping your teens alive.Traffic crashes are the leading cause of death for teens and young adults. More than 5,500 young people die every year in car crashes, and thousands more are injured. As a parent, you can play an important role in reducing these numbers and keeping your teen alive. You might want to consider a parent teen driving agreement. Here are some tips from the Dr. Deborah Greenhouse and the AAP to keep your children safe behind the wheel: Be a role model. If you expect your teen to drive safely, you need to drive safely too. Always wear your seatbelt. Don't drink and drive. Never allow any alcohol or illegal drugs in the car. Don't eat, drink, talk or text on your cell phone, or do anything else that could distract you from your driving. Stay within the speed limit and obey all traffic signals.

 Infant & Child CPR: What to Do in an Emergency | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Although children under age four are most at risk for choking on food and small objects, youngsters in their middle years can choke too.Although children under age four are most at risk for choking on food and small objects, youngsters in their middle years can choke too. A number of foods or other items -- hot dogs, poorly chewed pieces of meat, grapes, raw carrots, hard candy, balloons, small toy parts -- can become lodged in the child's airway (or trachea), keeping oxygen from reaching the lungs and the rest of the body as well. When the brain does not receive oxygen for more than four minutes, permanent brain damage and death can result. If your child is having some breathing difficulties but is still able to speak or has a strong cough, do nothing yourself; the child's cough is better than any back blows or abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver) you can administer. But call 911 so that he or she can be transported to an emergency department, since a partial blockage of the airway could turn into a complete one. Dr. Deborah Mulligan shares lifesaving tips on getting certified in infant and child CPR and ways to keep your children safe from hazards.

 Metabolic Boosters for Women | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

When it comes to metabolism, women are naturally slower than men. But does it always have to be that way?For years, women have complained about a slowing metabolism with age. Weight gain and lower energy can be some of the drawbacks of this unfortunate process. It doesn't help that your guy's metabolism keeps up while yours dwindles. But does it always have to be that way? Are there certain vitamins you can take that will increase your metabolism? Is it more effective to address your slowing metabolism with changes to your food or with a different exercise routine? In this segment, host Melanie Cole, MS, Dr. Romy Block and Dr. Arielle Levitan put their three expert heads together to guide you toward a metabolic increase that will have you jumping for joy.

 Do Women Need Different Vitamins than Men? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

When it comes to vitamins, men and women have different needs.When it comes to vitamins, men and women have different needs. What is the right combination for YOUR perfect health? Do you need more iron than a man? Do you still need Folic acid even after you're done reproducing? Which vitamins and minerals will help you achieve optimal energy? In this segment, Dr. Arielle Levitan and Dr. Romy Block give you the 411 on women and vitamins.

 Recipe for Your Summer Health & Fitness | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Can you actually get in great shape with a simple recipe?Summer can be the best time of the year to get in shape. With the pleasant weather, you can actually enjoy working out and becoming healthier. But, if you're not an avid fitness expert, it may be hard to come up with the best way to go about tackling your new summer health kick. Never fear. Dr. John Higgins, sports cardiologist for The University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston and one of Train Your Body's favorite experts, shares his best summer recipe with tips to get you in the shape of your life. S ...Show: have a talent show, water fight, tag football U ...Up the fun: hiking, fly a kite, canoe, pool polo M ...Minimize sweets, sodas and heavy alcohol M ...Make someone smile! Volunteer and help someone out E ...Eat healthy: lean meats, fish, vegetables and fruits R ...Rest & Recharge: slow down, laugh and nap

 Be a Kid Again & Get Healthy | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Are you feeling your age? Perhaps it's time to let out your inner child.Are you feeling your age? Do you have low energy with less motivation to hop, skip and jump around with your kids? Perhaps it's time to let out your inner child. Kids have energy to spare, less pessimistic attitudes and far less worries and responsibilities. If we could just act a little more like kids and follow their lead when it comes to fitness and health, we would all be a lot better off. You can learn so much from children about being happy and healthy. Acting like a kid again won't get you sent to the principal's office, but it might just get you in shape. Here are some suggestions from Dr. John Higgins, sports cardiologist for The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston: Prioritize playtime Cultivate resilience Indulge in a little friendly competition Form (and maintain) strong relationships with others Dream up possibilities Eat when you're hungry, not when you're bored Take naps Put yourself in time out

 Depression: Do Men & Women Suffer Differently? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Even though the symptoms are the same in men and women, they often experience depression in different ways.You may have felt down in the dumps at times in your life due to a breakup, death of a loved one or from losing your job. This, however, does not mean you suffer from depression. Depression is a mental disorder that's characterized by having feelings of hopelessness and helplessness for a period of two weeks or more and which keeps you from performing daily tasks. Even though the symptoms are the same in men and women, they often experience depression in different ways. In fact, according to the National Institute of Mental health, women are 70 percent more likely to experience depression during their lifetime. Women are more likely to be in tune with their emotions than men, which can be why it's harder to recognize these symptoms and detect depression in men. Unfortunately, men are more likely to commit suicide than women. This could be because men are more impulsive and more likely to abuse alcohol or other substances to heal themselves. Are the treatment options different for men and women? It is important not to overgeneralize treatment, since treatment is based off the individual. However, both men and women can respond differently to medication and other therapy options. How are the sexual differences essential to understanding the illness? Chair for the Department of Psychiatry at Lehigh Valley Hospital Health Network, Michael Kaufmann, MD, shares the differences in how men and women handle depression, as well as ways you can recognize depression symptoms in someone you love.

 Video Game Study Gives Major Insights on Autism | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Could a new study on autism using video games change the way the disorder is treated?Autism spectrum disorder (also known as ASD) and autism are both categorized as general terms for the complex disorders of brain development. Autism and ASD present a mental condition that is similar the very early stages of childhood and is characterized by having difficulty communicating verbally and non-verbally, forming relationships and having trouble in social interactions. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, about one in 68 child have been identified with autism or ASD. Both diseases are reported to occur in all racial, ethnic and socioeconomic groups. Director of the Vanderbilt Brain Institute, Dr. Mark Wallace, recently published a study which reveals the senses of sight and sound are separated with autism. The study focused on children with autism between the ages of six to 18 using a video game program. The children were asked to match the audio and visuals of the game together to see if there was a link missing between sight and sound. Is this study going to change the way doctors treat autism? Dr. Wallace joins Melanie Cole, MS, to share his recent study on autism and the major insights on the disorder.

  How to Approach Your Phobia | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Currently, there are 19 million, or 6.8 percent of people who are dealing with a specific phobia.It's not uncommon to have several fears throughout your life. When you were a child it might have been a fear of clowns, as you aged the fear could have switched to a fear of delivering speeches in your classes. As an adult, these fears could have changed to a fear of losing your job. However, there is a huge difference between having a fear and a phobia. A phobia is defined as having a persistent, irrational fear of a certain object, animal, situation or activity that in reality poses no actual danger. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, phobias typically begin in childhood with the median age of onset for a phobia is seven. There are 19 million, or 6.8 percent of people who are dealing with a specific phobia. Are there any symptoms or signs to look for in a loved one that might be suffering from a phobia? Certain areas of your brain are hyperactive when you have a phobia and it can be easily picked up on. For example, when you're faced with that object or situation, your anxiety and fear of that specific object or situation intensifies. This could cause you to sweat excessively, have problems controlling your muscles or actions and can have a fast heart rate. Can you treat and recover from your phobia? Medical director of UF Health Shands Psychiatric Hospital, Dr. Robert Holbert joins Melanie Cole, MS to discuss the difference between fear and phobia, how to approach your phobia and when to seek professional help for a phobia.

 Health in the Digital Age: Are Your Records Private? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

The first principle of digital health is to have access to your own data. But what about other people being able to access your data and private information?Technology has helped us evolve as a society, especially within the health and medical field. However, technology has also evolved to where everything is accessible by the click of a mouse. Many doctors' offices and hospitals are now posting your blood tests, MRIs and other tests online to make it easier for you to gather your health information. You live in a digitally connected society where more than 2 billion people are using the Internet. When this many people are using online databases, the issue of privacy is a huge concern. Are people more willing to transfer information online? You might be wary of having your files online, but practitioners are trying to engage patients by asking them to share their own health story online, which is making it an easier transition. You may think there are several pros to having everything online, but you might also see many cons. When it comes to your health records, are your records really private? Founder of the Center for Body Computing, chief cardiologist at USC's Keck School of Medicine, Dr. Leslie Saxon, joins Melanie Cole, MS, to discuss the transformation of your health records moving online and any privacy concerns associated with the movement.

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