October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and for so many of us – it’s a time of year when we celebrate or honor someone we know or love. On this episode of The Wellness Conversation Podcast – we’re catching up with one of our own here at OhioHealth who is sharing her personal journey with breast cancer and how it led to a change in her career path, to support others alike. 

We are entering flu season, and on top of that, COVID seems to be everywhere again.  What are the things you need to know, from vaccines, to protecting yourself and your family from getting sick?  Dr. Megan Buller breaks it down and gives great advice to fight back against illness. 

Americans are growing older. That means some cognitive decline is going to happen, but when does it go from normal aging, to needing to worry. Dr. Daniel Lee, OhioHealth Neuroscience has the answers as he breaks down dementia, medications, and the future state of our aging challenges on this weeks episode of The Wellness Conversation, an OhioHealth Podcast.

Weight loss. The topic is everywhere right now thanks in part to new medications that are so-called “miracle drugs.” In this episode of The Wellness Conversation Podcast, we’re going back to the basics. We’ll hear from a patient and her provider on how she’s found success on her own path to life-changing weight loss.

You either know someone who plays it – or you are all in yourself. We’re talking about pickleball. This trendy sport appears to be here to stay. In this episode of The Wellness Conversation Podcast, paddle up and play! We’re talking about achieving wellness through pickleball and injury prevention.

We know the world of competitive sports for kids is as big as its ever been. How do you build a better athlete, how do you get the best out of your talent? We talk with a teen who is a finalist on NBC's America Ninja Warrior , and talk with OhioHealth Athletic Performance Clinic on getting the most from your workout.

For those longing for crisp, fall air – the good news – it’ll be here before you know it. But with that—comes a new beginning. We’re talking about back to school and getting back into your post-summer routine. Learn how to keep your wellness top priority as you re-set your routine.

In this episode of The Wellness Conversation, hosts Marcus Thorpe and Lindsey Gordon are joined by Dr. Rafia Shafqat.  From migraines to sinus issues, to maybe something needing a bit more care, everyone has a headache story.   When can you handle things over the counter, when should you see a specialist? 

In recent years there’s been more attention paid to processed foods. It can be tough to know which foods fall into that category. We are also in the thick of summer BBQ season – which traditionally includes some items on that list. Is it possible to have a healthy BBQ? We’ll answer that and explore more in this episode of The Wellness Conversation Podcast.

June is Cancer Survivors Month and in this episode of the Wellness Conversation Podcast we honor cancer fighters on their journey of courage and those who provide cancer care and support.