Description: The harms of tobacco smoke go beyond the lungs and involve the heart, too. Learn how tobacco skyrockets our risk of many lesser-known complications including heart disease. In this episode, we bring advice and encouragement for anyone who wants to quit smoking.

 

For further learning check out: www.wellonpod.com/episodes/smoking

The Heart Health Series moves on to discuss diabetes, another major player in heart health. Uncontrolled high blood sugar can damage many parts of the body and lead to premature death. Learn how you can prevent and get treatment for diabetes to live your healthiest life.

 

For further learning check out: http://www.wellonpod.com/episodes/diabetes

Description: Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a common contributor to heart disease. But uncontrolled hypertension can damage many other parts of the body as well. In this second installment of our Heart Health Series, get ready to finally understand what those blood pressure numbers mean and how you can keep them in a healthy range.

 

For further learning check out: https://www.wellonpod.com/episodes/HIGH-BLOOD-PRESSURE

Description: Heart disease is the leading cause of death across the globe. But do you know the difference between a heart attack and cardiac arrest, and how to respond to each one? What role does cholesterol play in heart disease? In this first installment of our Heart Health Series, meet one of your most vital organs and learn how to care for it.

 

For further learning check out: https://www.wellonpod.com/episodes/heart-attacks-amp-cardiac-arrest

The COVID-19 virus is constantly mutating. The so-called Delta variant, first detected in India, has now become the dominant variant in the United States and is starting another wave of infections. Hear from Dr. Andrew Lam about the latest updates on the Delta strain and how to combat it.

 

For further learning check out: https://www.wellonpod.com/episodes/COVID-19-DELTA-VARIANT

Description: Do you or someone you love suffer from opioid use? You are not alone. Hear from Dr. Andrew Lam how opioids are currently responsible for an epidemic of addiction in the United States. Most importantly, learn how recovery from this disease is possible; you can save someone's life!

 

For further learning check out: https://www.wellonpod.com/episodes/the-opioid-epidemic-andother-treatments-for-pain

Description: As warm-blooded creatures, humans have to fight to keep our bodies from overheating. Losing this battle could have deadly consequences! In this episode, Dr. Andrew Lam teaches us about the amazing ways our bodies cope with the heat and how we can safely enjoy the summer months.

 

For further learning check out: https://www.wellonpod.com/episodes/heat-illnesses

Description: Paying for healthcare in the United States can be a nightmare. Without health insurance, most healthcare is impossible to afford, but shopping for a health insurance plan can be almost just as daunting. With terms like premium, deductible, copay, and coinsurance, it can be hard to sift through the variety of insurance plans and companies that are available. In this episode, Dr. Andrew Lam breaks down the overall principles of health insurance and provides some practical tips on how to find an insurance plan that works for you. 

 

For further learning check out: https://www.wellonpod.com/episodes/how-to-use-health-insurance-in-the-united-states

Description: Most life on earth depends on energy-rich sunlight. At the same time, this high energy can be extremely harmful to our health, even causing deadly cancers. How can we navigate this delicate balance? Explore the world of invisible light with Dr. Andrew Lam and marvel at the ways that our planet and bodies have developed to harness the benefits of our star while avoiding its destructive effects.

 

Check out https://www.wellonpod.com/episodes/the-sun-our-best-frenemy for further more resources on this topic!

In Case of Emergency:

- If you are having thoughts of ending your life, please call 911 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 (1-800-273-TALK), a free, confidential, 24/7 support for people in distress: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA): Information on mental health services, including a free, confidential, 24/7 phone line that provides referrals specific to your geographical area and mental health situation: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline- You can also refer to your local government for information on their publicly funded mental health resource systems (e.g., Community Services Boards)

 

Description:

Good mental health is crucial for well-being. In this installment, Dr. Andrew Lam breaks down the stigma around depressive disorders and explains how to recognize, treat, and support people suffering from these conditions. If you or someone you know has struggled with depression, we want you to know that healing is possible!

 

For further learning go to: https://www.wellonpod.com/episodes/depression-hope-for-the-hurting