Southwest General Health Talk
Health & Wellness Podcasts
Welcome to Southwest General’s Health Talk. Being healthy is critical to living life to its fullest. Join our medical experts each month as they shed light on current health news and talk plainly about everything from basic health advice to worrisome and sometimes embarrassing symptoms. As an award-winning health system, Southwest General has been providing life-saving care for more than a century. If you’re looking to take control of your health and wellness, this podcast is for you. Subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you’re listening now.
Location:
United States
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Health & Wellness Podcasts
Description:
Welcome to Southwest General’s Health Talk. Being healthy is critical to living life to its fullest. Join our medical experts each month as they shed light on current health news and talk plainly about everything from basic health advice to worrisome and sometimes embarrassing symptoms. As an award-winning health system, Southwest General has been providing life-saving care for more than a century. If you’re looking to take control of your health and wellness, this podcast is for you. Subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you’re listening now.
Language:
English
Episodes
The Journey to Surgery
9/19/2023
Leslie Pristas, DO, FACS, medical director of bariatric surgery at Southwest General, covers what influences a patient to elect bariatric surgery, along with the process a patient goes through leading up to surgery.
Duration:00:07:40
Bariatric Surgery 101—A Comprehensive Guide to Your Options
9/19/2023
Leslie Pristas, DO, FACS, medical director of bariatric surgery at Southwest General, describes what a patient needs to know when thinking about bariatric surgery, including the available options and qualifications for a candidate.
Duration:00:12:38
Can Bariatric Surgery Help Treat or Cure Obesity-Related Health Conditions?
9/19/2023
Leslie Pristas, DO, FACS, medical director of bariatric surgery at Southwest General, discusses how obesity-related health conditions, such as heart disease and Type 2 diabetes, may be impacted as a result of bariatric surgery.
Duration:00:10:32
How an Adolescent's Environment Can Shape a Mental Health Disorder
6/29/2023
The environments that adolescents surround themselves with can shape their habits and tendencies, therefore influencing their mental health. Zach Irwin, MSSA, LISW, counselor, Oakview Behavioral Health Services at Southwest General, joins us today to understand how adolescent's mental health is shaped by their environment.
Duration:00:13:49
Identifying the Signs and Symptoms of Mental Health Disorders in Adolescents
6/29/2023
In 2021, the World Health Organization reported that one in seven children between 10-19 years old experience a mental health disorder. Zach Irwin is here today to talk about the warning signs and symptoms of mental health disorders among the adolescent population.
Duration:00:13:40
Leg Swelling -- Symptoms, Causes and Treatments
1/11/2023
In this episode, Dr. Michael Brown and CNP Giovanna Cantor lead an interactive discussion on the many factors that can cause leg swelling, and what signs to look for that may indicate a more serious condition.
Duration:00:09:46
Mental Health Check-in: One Year Into The Coronavirus Pandemic
10/11/2021
Dr. Charles Luther leads a reflective discussion on mental health during the pandemic.
Duration:00:12:30
The Lasting Effects of a Pandemic on Adolescents
9/9/2021
Dr. Rebecca Zarko some of the ways that the pandemic can affect adolescents.
Duration:00:17:27
Vaginal Health
6/21/2021
Sifting through the dos and don'ts of having a vagina--from proper preventive care, to vaginal health, safe sex (including STD prevention), cancer awareness and more.
Vaccine Myths and Misperceptions
6/2/2021
Stacey Zorska, director of pharmacy at Southwest General, discusses the common myths and misperceptions associated with the COVID-19 vaccine.
When Pleasure Turns to Pain
5/13/2021
At some point in her life, a woman will experience painful intercourse, which can occur for reasons that range from structural problems to psychological concerns. Issues such as endometriosis, bacterial vaginosis, pelvic floor disorders, and more, can leave you feeling, well, deflated. If you are suffering from persistent or recurrent pain before, during or after intercourse, our expert team of urogynecology specialists, can help determine treatments that focus on the cause and can help eliminate or lessen this common problem.
Coronavirus and Pregnancy: What To Know
5/4/2021
Dr. Emily LaSota the effects that COVID-19 can have on pregnant women, as well as her newborn, and how to safely bring a new baby home with current health and safety guidelines.
I Received My COVID-19 Vaccine, Now What
4/30/2021
Anina Carpenter, a registered nurse and manager of Infection Control at Southwest General, discusses to do's and don'ts one should follow after getting their COVID-19 vaccination.
Baby After Miscarriage ... From Risk to Rainbow Babies
4/27/2021
Dr. John Alton discusses steps one can take after a miscarriage, "rainbow babies", and when alternative fertility treatments are necessary.
The Differences Between Seasonal Influenza, Allergies and COVID-19
11/17/2020
Dr. Lucy O'Brien explains the difference between seasonal flu, allergies, and COVID-19.
Duration:00:09:26
Stroke Awareness & Prevention
10/27/2020
Maureen Moore, RN shares what a stroke is, risk factors, prevention and treatment options, and what the acronym FAST stands for.
Duration:00:12:33
HPV Protection, Screening and Vaccination
10/16/2020
Dr. Emily LaSota discusses what HPV is, how it's transmitted, prevention, and treatment options.
Duration:00:12:56
Identifying and Addressing the Mental Health Needs of Our Students
9/9/2020
Dr. Rebecca Zarko discusses the mental health needs of students who might be returning to schools this fall or continuing with online learning.
Duration:00:15:29
Emergency Care
8/13/2020
According to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Emergency Room visits declined more than 42 percent during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Susan Tout shares the symptoms that need immediate attention to avoid a life-threatening situation and hospital safety protocols in place for patients.
Duration:00:10:33
Summer and Coronavirus
7/24/2020
Dr. Mark Meacham explains how to keep safe during the summer months while businesses start opening up again amidst the pandemic.
Duration:00:11:52