It's Your Health Radio

Tranq has been in the news a lot. What is it? Get the facts in this podcast with Henry Mayo pharmacist Courtney Mattley.

Learn what White Lung Syndrome is (also knowns as White Lung Pneumonia). INnthis podcast you'll learn the signs and symptoms and what to do if you suspect a family member has it.

90% of blood flow to the heart comes through tiny blood vessels, not through larger coronary arteries. Detecting blockages in these small blood vessels can be difficult. Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital is deploying a new technology, Coroflow, that is specifically designed to detect blockages in small blood vessels.

Many of us start a new year determined to exercise more. Getting started on and sustaiing an exercise regimen can be challenging. Jennifer talks about how to overcome these challenges and develop a routine that's sustainable and will help you feel better!

The percentage of children receiving recommended vaccinations has been declining. Dr. Sethi will discuss why recommended vaccinations are important for a child's health.

In August the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first medication for those suffering from postpartum depression. What is postpartum depression? How common is it? What is the drug and what does it do?

New Henry Mayo President and CEO Kevin Klockenga introduces himself and talks about his plans for the hospital.

Nurse Navigator Alison Ambrose and cancer survivor Dorinda Perez will discuss the Cancer Recovery Program at Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital and why it's so important to those recovering from cancer.

Many people have heard the term seasonal depression, but what is it exactly? Karen Warmack, Program Director of the Behavioral Health Unit at Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, discusses Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), how to prevent it, and the treatment.

Lisa is the Chief Executive Officer of Visual Terrain in Santa Clarita. While performing a self-breast exam, she felt a lump and was diagnosed with Stage 1 Invasive Ductal Carcinoma (IDC) and Ductal Carcinoma In Situ (DCIS), as well as Paget's Disease. She underwent treatment at Henry Mayo which included the Sheila R. Veloz Breast Center and the Henry Mayo/Keck Medicine of USC Comprehensive Cancer Program. She is the 2023 Breast Cancer Testimonial Speaker.

As he holidays approach, are you taking the right steps to ensure you or your loved ones don't contract a foodborne illness? Henry Mayo Primary Care Physician Anirudh Rai, MD, discusses how to avoid foodborne illnesses and maintain good health during the holidays.

What should you do if you suspect someone you know is a victim of domestic violence? How can you best support that person? When is it appropriate to call the authorities?

The FDA recently produced a new drug to protect babies and toddlers from RSV. What is the drug? Should your children take it?

In this episode of It's Your Health, Jodi Dalyai, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist at Henry Mayo discusses unhealthy diet practices and their effects on the body. She also offers guidance on how to support to those in need of assistance in overcoming such challenges.

Anirudh Rai, MD, discusses healthy aging for men and how to maintain physical, mental, and emotional well-being as men grow older. He explores the lifestyle habits and proactive choices that contribute to overall health and quality of life in later years.

Aquablation therapy is a new type of surgical treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, is among the first in the Santa Clarita Valley to offer this advanced, minimally invasive treatment. Aquablation therapy at Henry Mayo, helps men suffering from BPH to get their lives back and feel like themselves again.

On May 9 the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force issued new mammogram guidelines. Starting at age 40, women are urged to get screened every other year. Dr. Date will explain the new guidelines and how they were developed.

The Santa Clarita Valley is home to many varieties of snakes, some of whom are dangerous. In this episode park ranger Frank Hoffman will explain how to identify if a snake is venomous or non-venomous, explain how to protect yourself from venomous snakes, and discuss what to do if you are bitten by a snake.

How can people take care of their mental health after dealing with a pandemic for the last three years? What can people do to help ease the anxiety of "returning to normal" after being quarantined?

Ozempic is in the news a lot. It seems to be very popular among certain celebrities who have large social media followings What is it? What does it do? How does it work? Are so-called "Ozempic lookalikes" safe? What are the risks?