Beaumont HouseCall Podcast

An estimated 80-90% of the population will experience back pain at some point in their lives. Back pain is more than just a nuisance, it's a major health problem for men and women of all ages. Dr. Jad Khalil, orthopedic surgeon, joins the podcast to discuss the origins of back pain, surgical and non-surgical treatments and more.

*Updated Mar. 6* Dr. Gilpin provides an update on COVID-19 / coronavirus, including answering questions about masks, current precautions and where to get the latest information. Also included are answers to what exactly coronavirus is, how it's spread and how it can be prevented.

Statistics show that nearly 40 million adults in the U.S. experience an anxiety disorder. In this episode, we delve into the causes and types of anxiety, as well as how to handle an anxiety or panic attack.

Exercise - it's either a dreaded word or a word that resonates with invigoration. In general, we're not getting enough exercise. In this episode, we discuss the benefits of exercise, how to get back into exercising and how to make it a habit.

Dr. Shajahan interviews author Vivian Nunez, founder of Too Damn Young, an online community for teens and young adults who’ve experienced a loss. They discuss resilience, grief and how to live with Option B.

When was the last time you had a refreshing eight hours of solid, uninterrupted sleep? If it’s been a while, this episode is for you. Hear tips on how to improve your sleeping habits and find out how much sleep you really need.

Grab your headphones, queue The Fray and join Drs. Gilpin and Hope as they discuss how to save a life.

Grab your tissues and stock up on vitamin C and zinc. The HouseCall Podcast has the answers to your burning flu and flu shot questions.

"Oh by the way..." Drs. Gilpin and Shajahan help answer questions about symptoms and conditions that people don't often like to discuss with their doctor - sweating, gas, rashes and more.

Todd Scott, Executive Director of the Detroit Greenways Coalition, joins the podcast to share how biking is changing the landscape of Detroit and the many health benefits of biking and importance of bike safety.