Health Headlines Podcast Series

Many women think the signs of a heart attack are unmistakable, but the fact is that they can be subtler in women and sometimes harder to recognize. Dr. Thanawala will discuss the most common heart attack symptoms, why women will sometimes experience different symptoms, and why it's important to call 911 if you or a loved one is experiencing a heart attack.

Dr. Lara Samson and Pamela Swiernik, BSN, RN, CCRN from our Chest Pain Center will discuss the importance of recognizing and responding to signs and symptoms of heart attack, why calling 911 instead of driving to an ER can make a big difference in your care, and what it means to be an accredited Chest Pain Center by the American College of Cardiology.

Dr. Emil Matarese discusses how to Identify a concussion & how to support recovery.

Every year about 800,000 people have a stroke. Join endovascular neurologist, Dr. Pratit Patel, to learn what you need to know about the latest treatments and why getting fast treatment is so critical.

Back pain is a significant source of frustration for many people. It’s a leading cause of disability and is one of the most common medical problems, affecting millions of Americans. What causes back pain and what are some of the most common sources of spine problems? Is it time for surgery, and if so what can I expect?

Dr. Daniel Landau discusses what a stroke is, how to recognize one as soon as possible and the quickest way to get treated.

Dr. Mark Whitman shares the important facts you need to know about COVID-19.

"What's the Cologuard?" "My doctor told me I needed a colonoscopy to check for colon cancer, but is that true?" As part of National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March, let's answer these questions and learn more about colon cancer. DR. ASHLEE GODSHALK RUGGLES, a board certified, fellowship trained colorectal surgeon from Capital Health Surgical Group, and DR. MARION-ANNA PROTANO, a board certified, fellowship trained gastroenterologist from Mercer Gastroenterology, will also cover...

David Dafilou, CIN explains the Capital Health Living program, the type of care provided, and the different services offered for independent seniors.

Elizabeth Upham, MS, CPXP shares what to expect during your stay at a hospital.

Too often gynecologic cancers (cancers in the female reproductive system) go undetected. Being proactive in your health and learning about gynecologic cancers may reduce your risk and identify ways to prevent cancer and to diagnose cancers in an early stage when more treatment options and higher survival rates are possible.Dr. Joyce Varughese, a board-certified, fellowship-trained gynecologic oncologist at Capital Health Surgical Group, will offer information on what gynecologic cancers are,...

Dr. Navid Redjal discusses signs and symptoms of brain tumors, and the latest approaches toward prevention and treatment.

In this panel style discussion, Dr. Vernard Fennell and Dr. Hermman Schumacher share what a stroke is, what the acronym F.A.S.T stands for, treatment options available, and how to lower your risk factors.