Diseases That Impact The Lungs And What You Can Do To Catch Issues Early

The CDC has reported, in the middle of October, 8,000 RSV tests have come back positive which is double the number of positive tests at this time last year. As we move into winter, covid and flu numbers are expected to rise as well. Reid Health, director of emergency medicine, Dr. Samuel Iden shares what to look out for and when to seek care.

According to in.gov, 12% of Indiana adults have received a diabetes diagnosis. This episode will help to educate and unpack factors leading to diabetes and what you can do if you've been diagnosed.

If you’re 65 or older, you may want to listen up. The annual enrollment period for Medicare is coming and if you miss deadlines, delay enrollment or choose the wrong plan, it can cost you money and access to the type of care you want. Reid Health Alliance Medicare plans provide benefits that can help members be healthier which in turn helps our communities to thrive. When you have your doctor and your health plan working together, you have a trusted partner beside you from start to finish.

Stephanie Nicholson discusses breastfeeding support, how people can prepare for breastfeeding, and the benefits that breastfeeding can have for a child.

Along with impacting the physical health of many of our nations' people, COVID-19 has also wrecked havoc on mental health - especially that of healthcare workers. Hear from Barbie Will MSM, LCSW and April Coffin, LCSW as they unpack mental health and struggles from the front line.

From new anxieties to on-going issues surrounding isolation, grief, and loss, two years later the Covid-19 pandemic continues to impact the world around us. This episode unpacks mental health concerns and what you can do to get help.

According to the CDC, 1 in 13 children, or about 2 students per classroom, deal with food allergies. These numbers are on the rise. When a parent first suspects there might be an issue, the road to answers can often be long and confusing. Learn from Allergist, Dr. Jason Casselman about what parents can do to get help.

The Reid Pulmonary Care team has over 60 years experience focused on lung health and diseases. Learn from Dr. Vacca, Pulmonologist about diseases that can impact the lungs, signs and symptoms to watch for, and what you can do to prevent illness.

Each year, approximately 600,000 hysterectomies are performed nationally. What once was an invasive procedure is now able to be performed with minimal downtime. Learn from Reid Heath Obstetrics & Gynecologist Dr. Thomas Duncan about enhancements in treatment options for women exploring their options.

Colorectal cancer is almost entirely preventable if we get screened early and though colonoscopies are the gold standard, there are some at home screening options that may work for some of us. Dr. Naeem Raza discusses colon cancer, early detection methods, and why prevention and routine screenings are so important.