Health Matters with The Medicine Center Pharmacy

According to the National Sepsis Alliance, Sepsis has been named the most expensive in-patient cost in American hospitals. In 2014 alone, the cost associated with Sepsis averaged more than $18,000 per hospital stay.

Mercy Medical Center's Dr. Frank Kaeberlein and Tracey Majors, manager medical affairs, talk about the dangers and cost associated with this serious medical condition.

If you have low back pain, you are not alone. About 80 percent of adults have experienced low back pain at some point during their lifetimes. It’s the most common cause of job-related disability and a leading contributor to missed work days, according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. 

In today's podcast, Dr. David Gutlove, medical director at Mercy Pain Management Services talks with us about causes, treatment options, and shares exercise tips that can help. 

Many body systems — including muscles, bones, joints, vision, the balance organ in the inner ear, nerves, heart and blood vessels — must work normally in order to have normal balance. When these systems aren't functioning well, balance problems can happen.

In today's podcast, physical therapist, Andy Beltz from Aultman Hospital breaks down balance and dizziness in his top 10 list. Listen in and see what it's all about.

Fibromyalgia affects 10 million Americans and is more common in women than in men. It typically begins in middle adulthood but also occurs in the teen years as well as old age. Learn more about diagnosis and treatment in today's podcast with Dr. Jamesetta Lewis from Mercy Pain Management.

When our troops are in the field and need medical treatment, a mortar and brick hospital isn't available for wounded soldiers to seek help. In the unfortunate event a person is injured, that person will visit a medic who is out in the field typically under a medical tent that may have gurneys, triage supplies and limited medication. During our live broadcast from the MAPS Museum, in this podcast, we discuss what it’s like to be a medic in the field and explore a real-life replica of a medic tent on display at MAPS. 

The high school football season kicks off next week, and along with it comes many types of sports injuries. Especially concerning athletes, parents and coaches are head injuries and concussions. According to the Centers for Disease Control, an estimated 300,000 head injuries occur among high school athletes each year. In this podcast, we talk about the impact of head injuries and other traumatic sports injuries with sports medicine specialist, Dr. James Goff, who has served as team doctor for several high schools and universities.

General dentists are the primary providers for dental care in patients of all ages. From children to seniors, dentists treat the entire family for overall health care which is crucial to mouth and general health. So, when it comes to baby teeth, sealants, root canals and beyond, regular dental care can not only treat problems but also prevent many issues – from cavities to gum disease and beyond.

With the outbreak of Hepatitis A in Ohio, you may have questions, like, "What is it?" and "How is it transmitted?" Listen in to find out more and also hear about Stark County's SWAP Needle Exchange Program. 

Summer is here and looking your best is usually top of mind for vacationers, sunbathers and pretty much anyone who wants to show more skin. But, as we all know, putting the pounds on is a lot easier than taking them off. In this podcast, we hear about some healthy eating alternatives and get some advice on losing unwanted pounds. Find out about weight management resources at Mercy Medical Center.

People with Parkinson's Disease may notice changes or difficulty chewing, eating, speaking or swallowing at any time, but symptoms tend to increase as the disease progresses. Muscles in the face, mouth and throat that are used in speaking and swallowing are often affected. In this podcast, listen to therapists describe LSVT-BIG and LSVT-LOUD and explain how you can slow down the disease.