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While 7 out of 10 Americans recognize heart disease as the #1 killer of both men and women, 62% lack overall knowledge about heart disease, says Dr. Andrea Klemes, Chief Medical Officer for MDVIP, whose Heart Attack IQ Quiz reveals only 31% of women have asked their primary care physician (PCP) for help on how to reduce risk for heart disease. Dr. Klemes discusses misconceptions about heart attacks and underscores the importance of working with your PCP to create a comprehensive wellness plan. This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 12PM ET on W4WN Radio – The Women 4 Women Network (www.w4wn.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

Dealing with anxiety after a medical trauma such as a cancer diagnosis can be hard on the patient and family members alike. Dr. Pamela Davis, Founder of Wellbotics, draws on both her expertise in STEM education and robotics and her personal experience undergoing breast cancer treatment to create programs to help children and adults cope. Did you know some wines are made using animal byproducts? Certified Wine Educator Sunny Gandara, Vegan Wines, explains vegan, natural and organic wines,This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 12PM ET on W4WN Radio – The Women 4 Women Network (www.w4wn.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

Solo travel for women can be fun, safe and a great way to step outside your comfort zone, experience something new and meet interesting people. Carolyn Worthington, publisher of Healthy Aging Magazine, shares travel tips and suggestions. Many women suffer from bloating, but no two bellies are alike, says Registered Dietitian Tamara Duker Freuman, author of The Bloated Belly Whisperer. A specialist in digestive nutrition, she explains causes and types of bloating and how to manage through diet. This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 12PM ET on W4WN Radio – The Women 4 Women Network (www.w4wn.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

One in 9 men is diagnosed with prostate cancer, a leading cause of cancer and cancer deaths among men. While prostate cancer is known as a "men's disease," a diagnosis can impact women who may become primary caregivers for their spouses or fathers. Dr. Stacy Loeb, a Urologist with NYU Langone Hospital in NYC, discusses prostate cancer risk reduction, symptoms, testing, diagnosis, treatment and dealing with side effects as well as resources available from the nonprofit Prostate Cancer Foundation.This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 12PM ET on W4WN Radio – The Women 4 Women Network (www.w4wn.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

Chef Debbie Lee had it all: a successful restaurant, cookbook and becoming a finalist on Season 5 of "Food Network Star." She was also very overweight, feeling rundown and battling a food addiction, neglecting her health for years. Lee's wakeup call came in her 40s when she was diagnosed as prediabetic. Lee shares her story and tips to make healthy changes through diet, exercise and lifestyle and how journaling helped her. She is founder of health-focused meal delivery service, Mind Body Fork.

Metastatic breast cancer occurs when cancerous cells travel to a vital organ which can threaten your life. Though incurable, metastatic ("Stage IV") cancer is treatable and manageable, and you can live a vibrant life. One example is Shirley Mertz. Diagnosed with early stage breast cancer in 1991 and now living with cancer, Mertz is a patient advocate and chair of the Metastatic Breast Cancer Alliance. She shares advice on facing your diagnosis, asking questions and building a support network.This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 12PM ET on W4WN Radio – The Women 4 Women Network (www.w4wn.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

Why toss those vegetable stems and stalks and fruit pulp and peels? Repurpose them into tasty dishes that are good for you and help reduce food waste. Food52 columnist Lindsay-Jean Hard shares tips in her book, "Cooking with Scraps: Turn Your Peels, Cores, Rinds and Stems into Delicious Meals." Virginia is for wine lovers! Melanie tastes wines with Maya Hood White, Associate Winemaker at Early Mountain Vineyards in the bucolic Shenandoah Valley. Early Mountain Vineyards is a woman-owned winery.This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 12PM ET on W4WN Radio – The Women 4 Women Network (www.w4wn.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

Reconstruction after a mastectomy is an important part of the healing process for many breast cancer patients, and it is a choice women should discuss with both their breast surgeon and a reconstruction specialist. Dr. Joseph Disa, M.D./FACS, at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center explains reconstruction options. Dr. Phillip Salem, MD, President of Salem Oncology in Houston, Texas, explains why the best cancer care results come from specialists working together as a team to treat the patientThis show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 12PM ET on W4WN Radio – The Women 4 Women Network (www.w4wn.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

Carla Tardif, CEO of Family Reach, shares the nonprofit's mission to provide financial aid to families with a loved one facing cancer. Partnering with over 300 top cancer centers nationwide, Family Reach serves more than 40,000 people affected by cancer annually to help with essential day-to-day expenses. Good Housekeeping is a trusted source for its readers who want triple-tested recipes and products that work. Culinary Director Susan Westmoreland discusses the new Good Housekeeping Cookbook. This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 12PM ET on W4WN Radio – The Women 4 Women Network (www.w4wn.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

Honey is a versatile natural sweetener with many health benefits, from relieving allergies to soothing a hoarse throat to softening skin. Certified Honey Sommelier Carla Marina Marchese discusses types of honey and uses. Entrepreneurs Elyse and Nick Oleksak launched Bantam Bagels in NYC with their mini stuffed bagels. They pitched their concept on ABC-TV's "Shark Tank," partnering with Lori Greiner. After expanding into 7700 Starbucks and other stores, they sold their company for $34 million.This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 12PM ET on W4WN Radio – The Women 4 Women Network (www.w4wn.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

Imagine your digestion system is a highway running through your body. Now what happens when traffic is backed up and not moving properly? Maintaining your digestive health is the first step toward managing your overall health says Samantha Nazareth, M.D., a double board-certified gastroenterologist. Dr. Nazareth explains the human digestive system and discuss ways to improve your gut health through healthy habits and diet, including proper chewing, portion control, hydration and foods to eat.This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 12PM ET on W4WN Radio – The Women 4 Women Network (www.w4wn.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

Author T.A. Barron founded the Gloria Barron Prize to recognize youths ages 8 to 18 who create programs to help humanity and the environment. Barron Prize Executive Director Barbara Ann Richman explains the program and introduces prize winner Shelby O'Neil who spearheaded #NoStrawNovember and Jr Ocean Guardians. As Executive Director for Citymeals on Wheels, Beth Shapiro oversees a nonprofit that delivers more than 2 million meals annually to New York City's home bound elderly - 66% are women. This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 12PM ET on W4WN Radio – The Women 4 Women Network (www.w4wn.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

While proper use of at-home whitening kits can be beneficial, other forms of DIY dentistry can be harmful with irreversible damage says Dr. Timothy Chase, SmilesNY, who specializes in cosmetic and restorative dentistry. He explains how to maintain your teeth and gums properly. Wendy Diamond, Founder/CEO of Women's Entrepreneurship Day Organization (WEDO) celebrates and supports women-owned businesses around the world. Initiatives include microloans for women startups and education. #choosewomenThis show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 12PM ET on W4WN Radio – The Women 4 Women Network (www.w4wn.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

An estimated 48 million people in the U.S.A. each year experience a foodborne illness, an infection or irritation of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract caused by foods or beverages that contain harmful bacteria, parasites, viruses or chemicals. Common symptoms including vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, fever and chills. Charlene Brown's son, Rustin, contracted E coli from bagged lettuce in 2003. She shares her experience and tips for protecting you and your family against foodborne illnesses. This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 12PM ET on W4WN Radio – The Women 4 Women Network (www.w4wn.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

Breast cancer survivor, Christine Egan, shares her tips for newly diagnosed women. Diagnosed at age 42, Egan chose an integrative approach to treatment. She underscores doing your homework to decide the best care for your type of breast cancer and bringing someone to act as a second set of ears to meet with doctors. Mary Solomon, ScanVan Director for non-profit Project Renewal, discusses how the programhelps underserved women in New York City and underscores the importance of early detection. This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 12PM ET on W4WN Radio – The Women 4 Women Network (www.w4wn.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).