Premier Health

Should you get the COVID-19 vaccine if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding? What if you’re being treated for cancer or are immunocompromised? Premier Health’s Marc Belcastro, DO, says “yes.” He explains herd immunity and why pain relievers before vaccination may not be advisable. On a personal note, he shares his cancer journey during the pandemic with host Mary Werden and urges us to stay the course in the fight against COVID-19.

You have questions about the COVID-19 vaccines — and Premier Health’s Steven Burdette, MD, has answers. Listen in as he debunks common vaccine myths with host Mary Werden. Learn more about what to expect when you get the second vaccine dose, whether vaccines protect against COVID-19 variants, when the vaccine supply will increase, fan safety at the Super Bowl, and why he’s hopeful that a return to normal is in our future.

If you’re recovering from COVID-19 at home, what tools should be in your “get well” kit? And if you’re awaiting the vaccine, what should you know? Premier Health’s Randy Marriott, MD, helps you sort through the facts and myths. Listen in as he and host Mary Werden discuss vaccine safety, side effects vs. allergic reactions, who should not get the vaccine, the skyrocketing numbers of COVID patients at Premier Health hospitals, and more.

The all-time peak for U.S. COVID-19 cases looms in early January. Premier Health’s Roberto Colón, MD, says universal masking could lower the curve — and case numbers. Listen in as he and host Mary Werden discuss the new vaccines that cannot cause COVID; if HEPA filters help prevent COVID-19 at home; disinfecting wipes vs. antibacterial wipes vs. essential oils; and why being careful with this holiday will give us many more holidays ahead.

With COVID-19 vaccines on the way, what do you need to know? Premier Health’s Steven Burdette, MD, explains the known, the unknown, and the encouraging news. Listen in as he and host Mary Werden discuss the very real post-COVID syndrome, how masks can help preserve “normal” life and protect our mental health, and why you should wait at least three months before retesting after a positive COVID diagnosis.

Confused about isolation, quarantine, and retesting after a positive COVID-19 diagnosis? Get the facts on current guidelines from Premier Health’s Randy Marriott, MD. Listen in as he and host Mary Werden discuss how hospitals are handling the new surge in cases, immunity and the risk for reinfection, secondary pneumonia after COVID, the impact on Ohio’s correctional facilities, and why a mask is still the best way to stop COVID’s spread.

Yes, we're making progress against COVID-19, says Premier Health's Roberto Colón, MD. In fact, Miami Valley Hospital is the only Ohio hospital enrolling outpatients and inpatients in a clinical trial for the investigational antibody treatment, Regeneron. Learn more as he updates host Mary Werden on treatments and vaccines, post-COVID syndrome, studies on surfaces and blood types, talking to your college student, and how to stay safe at the polls.

Can we celebrate the upcoming holidays and stay safe? Premier Health’s Marc Belcastro, DO, believes you can have a fun Halloween and welcome your college students home safely by following common-sense guidelines. Listen in as he talks with host Mary Werden about visiting loved ones in nursing homes, proven ways to boost your immunity, why respect and kindness are essential now, and how to interpret the news by “listening to the science.”

Ready for COVID-19 to be over? Premier Health’s Steven Burdette, MD, cautions: “We  have to  keep our guard up, we  have to  keep social distancing, we  have to  wear our masks. And it does work, it's just that it's  really hard  as a human being to do that seven days a week.” Listen in as he talks frankly with host Mary Werden about the most effective masks, the virus’ unpredictability, advice for the upcoming flu season, and the value of telemedicine.

Rethinking our routines and protecting our health during this prolonged pandemic is taking a toll. Premier Health’s Randy Marriott, MD, and host Mary Werden discuss why physical activity matters more than ever, guidance for attending weddings now, advances in vaccine technology, the pros and cons of asymptomatic testing and rapid tests, and why a flu shot is essential this year. Listen in!