Live Greater | A University of Maryland Medical System Podcast

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February 21, 2022 Tips for Managing Your Asthma in Cold Weather
Does cold weather trigger your asthma? Some weather conditions can cause flare-ups, but there are precautions you can take. Learn from UM Capital Region Health's Dr. Sunil Swami what you can do to protect your lungs, how to exercise in the winter season, and how to manage this lifelong condition.
12 min
February 18, 2022 Attention Women: Do You Know if You Need Medical Care Right Away?
There are times when waiting for care could be detrimental to your health – especially for women. Learn from Nurse Practitioner Sherry Pearson what symptoms require urgent or emergency care, including what to do and where to go after surviving a physical or sexual assault or abuse.
13 min
February 18, 2022 Osteoporosis 101: What You Need to Know About Bone Health
Osteoporosis is a disease where the bones become brittle and weak, which makes them easier to break. Did you know there are ways to prevent weakening and increase bone strength? Dr. Natalie Chilaka, an osteoporosis expert who heads up the UM BWMC Osteoporosis Clinic, talks about who is most at risk for this disease, ways to prevent it and how you can improve your bone health.
16 min
February 15, 2022 What Is Congestive Heart Failure?
Congestive Heart Failure, also known as CHF, is a serious condition, but one you can learn to live with - with proper education and treatment. Hear from UM Capital Region Health's Clarence Findley, MD, as he explains what CHF is, how it is different from a heart attack or cardiac arrest, how long someone can live with it and much more.
11 min
February 15, 2022 How to Keep Your Breasts Healthy
Learn from breast health expert Dr. Katerina Tsiapali about what you can do to keep your breasts healthy, including what kinds of deodorant you should use and what kinds of foods you should eat or avoid to prevent breast cancer, whether you should you wear a bra at night and much more!
8 min
February 04, 2022 Diabetes and Adolescents
Diabetes is not just an adult problem. Children can get it, too – both Type 1 and Type 2. How does it affect their growth and development? What are the ways to best manage this disease? Diabetes expert Meaghan Moxley, MD, from UM Upper Chesapeake Health, talks about these and many other issues to help kids be as healthy as possible if they have diabetes.
13 min
November 17, 2021 Allergic Reactions: Reacting Quickly Can Save Lives
Sneezing and wheezing can be signs of seasonal allergies, but what if you get hives or swelling or you can’t breathe? You might be having a serious allergic reaction. This may occur because of a medication, food, animals, latex or other allergens. And sometimes coming into contact with something you are allergic to can be life-threatening. Learn the signs to look out for, what to do if you have an allergic reaction and much more from Dr. Scott Burger, Chief Medical Officer of UM Urgent Care.
8 min
November 17, 2021 “I Can’t Hold My Head Up!”: A Conversation About Craniocervical Instability
If you find that you can’t keep your head upright, you may have Craniocervical Instability, or Dropped Head Syndrome. There are many things that can cause the problem and you may have other symptoms caused by or related to this condition. Learn from Dr. Malini Narayanan, Chair of the Department of Surgery at UM Capital Region Medical Center, what causes this condition, how to treat it and much more.
9 min
November 17, 2021 The Importance of a Team Approach to Diabetes Care
Diabetes is a complex disease that can affect many parts of the body and your life. It is important to take a team approach to care for yourself. Not only do you have to be involved in your own care, your health care providers need to work together to offer comprehensive coordinated care. Learn from Dr. Kashif Munir, a Diabetes expert at the University of Maryland Medical Center – Midtown Campus, what to consider and how to get the care you need.
12 min
November 02, 2021 Cancer Treatments and Chemo Brain
If you are a cancer patient, you may be familiar with the mental cloudiness and other changes to your mental clarity that happen with chemotherapy and other treatments. It is a common side effect of cancer treatments known as “Chemo Brain.” In this podcast, two experts from the UM Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center discuss what chemo brain is, what treatments are available, how it can be managed and more.
12 min

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Welcome to the Live Greater Podcast Series. Information for a healthier you from the University of Maryland Medical System. Discover the latest health tips, treatments, and technology from our experts…