BayCare HealthChat

By BayCare Health System

BayCare HealthChat™ is the official podcast series of BayCare and features our health care professionals sharing the latest health and wellness topics relevant to you and your family.... more

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How many episodes does BayCare HealthChat have?

The podcast currently has 294 episodes available.

BayCare HealthChat episodes:

October 30, 2018 Colon Health 101
Dr. Christian S. Bailey, discusses colon health 101. He shares his best advice for keeping a healthy colon, the latest screening guidelines as set forth by the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), and how easy it is to have a colonoscopy, the single best prevention screening tool to prevent colon cancer. Learn more about BayCare's gastroenterology services.
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10min
October 23, 2018 Can You Exercise Too Much?
Ted Farrar, MD discusses the benefits of exercise and some myths surrounding the amount of exercise needed. He discusses the notion that there may be a small increase in risk with excessive exercise, but that the risk of a sedentary lifestyle far outweighs the risk of too much exercise. Learn more about BayCare's primary care services.
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13min
October 11, 2018 Do You Want to Quit Smoking? We Can Help!
Cigarette smoking is the single leading cause of preventable death and disease in the United States. But because of the physical and psychological addiction to nicotine, smokers find it quite difficult to quit.

If you really want to quit smoking, listen in as Dr. Theresa Dam Lohmiller discusses the smoking cessation program at BayCare Health and how it provides the extra support needed to kick the smoking habit for good. Guided by experts, participants learn how to change their behavior and become smoke-free for life. Learn more about BayCare's primary care services.
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10min
October 04, 2018 The Importance of Healthy Toddler Nutrition
Learning to use utensils is an essential skill and healthy eating is a lifelong habit.

Alisa Pierce-Kee, MD discusses toddler nutrition and how to get those little picky eaters to eat a variety of foods, including the ones that are healthy for them! She also reinforces the fact that toddlers will learn these things when families eat meals together, when they see their parents and siblings enjoying healthy foods. Learn more about BayCare’s children’s health services.
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13min
October 03, 2018 Effects of Poor Sleep on Your Health
It is estimated that 50-70 million Americans suffer from some type of sleep disorder.

Ashley Wilk, DO, discusses how poor sleep and sleep disturbances are associated with poorer overall health, and how good sleep hygiene can help you get the restorative sleep that you need. Learn more about BayCare's sleep services.
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13min
September 23, 2018 Ear Infections in Children
Karin Swisher Hotchkiss, MD, discusses ear infections in children, when to watch and wait and the latest treatment recommendations if your child has an ear infection. Learn more about BayCare’s children’s health services.
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11min
September 14, 2018 Melanoma Skin Cancer Risk Factors and Prevention
Dr. K. Wade Foster, MD PhD discusses risk factors for Melanoma, the ABCDE characteristics that are used by dermatologists to classify melanomas, the treatment options, and more importantly, prevention. Learn more about BayCare's cancer services.
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16min
September 11, 2018 Wellness and Annual Checkups
Anit Garg, MD discusses why it's important to schedule your annual wellness exams and shares important tips on how to age well and live longer and healthier with a better quality of life. Learn more about BayCare's primary care services.
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13min
September 10, 2018 Age-Related Memory Loss
Alzheimer's and dementia care at BayCare Health is designed to attempt to stimulate the senses, trigger memory, slow disease progression, and keep patients functioning at their highest level possible.

Dr. Shannon Foster Barsema discusses age-related memory loss, what's normal, and what warning signs or symptoms should send you or a loved one to see a physician to assess the level of dementia. Learn more about BayCare's memory disorders centers and services.
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11min
September 10, 2018 Breast Cancer Prevention and Treatment
If you have come face to face with the possibility of breast cancer, you will probably feel extremely overwhelmed. Your emotions may range from sheer terror to hope and then to depression, helplessness, and back to optimism time and time again.

Kathleen G. Allen, MD, FACS discusses Breast Cancer prevention, screening, and treatment options available at BayCare Health if you have been diagnosed with breast cancer. Learn more about BayCare's cancer services.
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14min

FAQs about BayCare HealthChat:

How many episodes does BayCare HealthChat have?

The podcast currently has 294 episodes available.