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The Scope Radio

Summary: The Scope Health Sciences Radio highlights the topics you want to know about to live a happier and healthier life and informs you about leading-edge research and trends in medicine. The opinions expressed are those of our physicians and do not necessarily reflect those of The University of Utah.

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Podcasts:

 Health Minute: Bloody Nose That Won't Stop | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:01:00

Nose bleeds can sometimes be difficult to stop. Emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen says the fastest way to stop nose bleeds is to pinch the soft part of the nose shut. On today's Health Minute, learn what to do if the nose bleed still won't stop.

 Debunking Old Wives Tales: Immune System Hacks | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:02:41

We don't like getting sick, and we especially don't like our children getting sick, so we give them supplements and other immune boosters in hopes of warding off any illness that might come their way. But do these immune boosters actually work? Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner examines three common ways to boost immunity and separates fact from fiction.

 Health Minute: Planning a Healthy Meal | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:01:00

Keeping things simple and colorful is key to planning a healthy meal, says registered dietitian Theresa Dvorak. On today's Health Minute, learn how to divide your plate using the 'plate method' to ensure you're eating enough fruits, vegetables, grains, proteins, and healthy fats with each meal.

 ER or Not: Hernias | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:03:14

You’re helping friends move some heavy furniture and suddenly feel a pop in your abdomen. Maybe you have a small protrusion and think it could be a hernia. It may look scary, but is it a reason to rush to the ER? Emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen talks about what exactly a hernia is, how some people live with them for years, and when it’s serious enough to seek immediate help.

 Health Minute: Kid Got Something Stuck in Ear | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:01:00

Should you go to the ER if your kid has something stuck in his ear? On today's Health Minute, emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen explains what you should—and should not—try at home to dislodge whatever has been stuck in your child's ear before a trip to the emergency room.

 I Have Frequent Headaches – Am I Normal? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:12:29

Headaches can often stop you from going about your day because of the pain it can cause. But as painful as they can be, Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones says headaches are common—if they occur less than twice a weekly. If your headaches are coming in more than twice a week, that is not normal. Learn what might be triggering your headaches and how to prevent them from happening in the first place.

 Health Minute: Stomach Ulcers | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:01:00

If you have abdominal pain immediately after eating, it might be an ulcer. On today's Health Minute, Dr. Tom Miller explains the most common causes for ulcers and how they can be prevented and treated.

 Seven Questions with a Pain Management Physical Therapist | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:02:28

On this episode of Seven Questions for a Specialist, The Scope speaks with Tamara Dangerfield, a physical specialist at University of Utah Health who specializes in treating pain. What are the latest methods for treating pain? What is the one thing she wants all physical therapy patients to know? Tamara has the answers to these question and more.

 Health Minute: When Will Your Newborn Sleep Through the Night? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:01:00

It’s likely your new baby will be waking up multiple times a night when they first come home, but when should a newborn be able to sleep through the night? On today's Health Minute, Dr. Sonja Van Hala talks about when you can expect your baby—and youself—to start getting a full night’s rest.

 Health Care Insider: Driving Surgery with Data | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:07:25

Until recently, neurosurgeons lacked significant data to confidently predict the outcome of a surgery. In recent years, a registry of data gathered from how patients perceive their surgical outcomes is helping physicians—and their patients—have better forecasts for surgical outcomes. Dr. William Couldwell, a specialist in neurosurgery at University of Utah Health, talks about how this is becoming a valuable tool in the field of surgery.

 Health Minute: Reducing Health Care Waste | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:01:00

Waste and inefficiency are recognized as a big problem for the United States' health care system. On today's Health Minute, Ann Huston, the chief strategy officer at Cleveland Clinic, says policymakers need to think more broadly and see the work of reforming the system as a process.

 Helping Your Child Adjust to a New School | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:02:13

The beginning of a school year can be anxiety-inducing for any kid. And if it’s the first day at a new school, it can be particularly distressing. Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner shares advice for how to help your child cope with the stress of going to a new school and how to make the transition as painless as possible.

 Health Minute: Your Baby and Vitamin D | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:01:00

Breast milk does not actually have everything your baby needs, such as vitamin D. According to Dr. Kirsten Stoesser, if you are breast feeding, there’s a good chance your baby needs a supplement. On today's Health Minute, find out why and what vitamin D supplements are best for your baby.

 ER or Not: High Blood Pressure | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:02:47

High blood pressure can be a reason for concern, but is it worth an expensive trip to the ER? Emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen talks about when a trip to the ER for high blood pressure is needed, and how you can relax to reduce your blood pressure.

 Health Minute: Which First, Diet Or Exercise? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:01:00

Which is more important, a healthier diet or more exercise? On today's Health Minute, certified exercise therapist Britta Tripp talks about the benefits of a healthy diet and regular exercise combo. Learn simple tips for improving both your diet and your exercise routine.

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