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Novant Health Healthy HeadlinesDo you have COVID-19? Here's how to treat mild cases at homeGina DiPietro 0:06 The vast majority of people with COVID-19 develop mild to moderate symptoms and they will be able to recover at home. Welcome to Novant Health healthy headlines I'm Gina dipietro. Despite the significant number of deaths and hospitalizations caused by COVID-19 most people with the virus do well recovering at home. In this episode Dr. Kuran Shukla, a Novant Health family physician talks to Cliff Martens about steps you can take to fight through mild cases. Thank you for listening.Cliff Mehrtens 0:39 Which pain relievers Should I take if I have a mild case...
2021-05-2012 minNovant Health Healthy HeadlinesStuck at home during COVID-19? A workout can still work for youGina DiPietro 0:06 COVID-19 has changed the way many of us exercise, but that doesn't mean you should stop. Welcome to Novant Health healthy headlines, I'm Gina dipietro. These days workout gyms once easy to pop into during lunch or after work often or open fewer hours or have crowd limitations. In this episode, Dr. Adam Culver, a Novant, Health Sports Medicine Specialist talks to Cliff Martens about how you can get creative and shape your plan around working out at home. Thank you for listening.Cliff Mehrtens 0:39 Tell me the top three exercises, in general I ca...
2021-03-3012 minNovant Health Healthy HeadlinesWhat can I do to keep my knees strong?Gina DiPietro 0:06 knee pain can alter your life quickly or become a lingering irritation. But there are steps you can take to stave off potential injuries and needed terior ation, welcome to Novant Health healthy headlines. I'm Gina dipietro. Keeping your knees healthy as you age is vital to remaining mobile and avoiding arthritis. In this episode, Dr. Zachary sandbelt, a Novant, Health Sports Medicine Specialist talks to Cliff Mertens about what you can do to keep your knees in good working order. Thank you for listening. Cliff Mehrtens 0:37 Me first about...
2021-03-1813 minNovant Health Healthy HeadlinesYou’re a runner? Here’s how to avoid injuryGina DiPietro 0:06 If you're a runner, chances are eventually somebody's part is going to hurt more than it should. Welcome to Novant Health healthy headlines, I'm Gina dipietro. Running is a great exercise. But whether you're an outdoor runner or a treadmill fan, it can lead to injury. In this episode, Dr. Christopher Felton and Novant, Health Sports Medicine Specialist talks to Cliff Mertens about what common injuries runners deal with how to recognize when you're running too much. And when it's time to perhaps seek out a doctor. Thank you for listening.Cliff Mehrtens 0:41 That...
2021-03-1812 minNovant Health Healthy HeadlinesYou've been diagnosed with heart disease. Now what?Gina DiPietro 0:06 So you've been diagnosed with heart disease. It is not an immediate death sentence because there are things you can do to turn around your heart health and live a full life. Welcome to Novant Health healthy headlines. I'm Gina dipietro. Heart disease kills more Americans each year about 655,000 than anything else. It's the leading cause of death among women in men. But 80% of heart disease is preventable. In this episode, Kliff. Mertens talks to Dr. Sandy Charles, a Novant, Health cardiologist about the steps you can take if you're facing the task of living with he...
2021-02-0817 minNovant Health Healthy HeadlinesHeadaches and COVID-19: What's the connection?Gina DiPietro Initially, the COVID-19 virus was identified mainly by fever, cough and difficulty breathing. But then headache became a dominant symptom. And for many patients their headache pain lingers long after they've overcome the virus. Welcome to Novant Health healthy headlines. I'm Gina dipietro. In this episode, Dr. Megan Donnelly, a Novant Health women's neurologist and headache specialist talks to Cliff Mertens about what a COVID-19 induced headache feels like, and how doctors are treating that new wrinkle. She also offers some tips on what you can do to reduce stress, which can often trigger m...
2021-02-0112 minNovant Health Healthy HeadlinesThe worst ways to lose weight during COVID-19Cliff Mehrtens 0:07trying to lose weight is a challenge even more so during the covid 19 pandemic. Welcome to Novant Health healthy headlines. I'm Cliff Martens gyms are closed but they have limited capacity schedules a juggle does most of us work from home and do our schooling from home with the lure of the nearby kitchen can be powerful. But shedding pounds remains high on many people's plan to improve their health. As we begin a new year, Amanda Smith, a Novant Health registered dietician talks more about some common weight loss mistakes, and some better alternatives w...
2021-01-2512 minNovant Health Healthy HeadlinesDoctor: The COVID-19 numbers are unrelenting. Get the vaccine.Gina DiPietro 0:06 The covid 19 pandemic has caused more devastation than any disease in recent American history. Frontline medical staff have a close up view of the sadness and they too have opinions about the vaccine. Welcome to Novant Health healthy headlines. I'm Gina Teatro. The safety and effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccine is well documented, yet some Americans aren't interested in receiving it. In this episode, Dr. David pierce a Novant Health hospitalist talks to Cliff Burton's about the damage he's seen from the virus, the uncertainty for those who have contracted COVID-19 and why you should st...
2021-01-2113 minNovant Health Healthy HeadlinesHow to talk to someone with the wrong politics (not yours)Gina DiPietro 0:06 talking politics in america is becoming more difficult than ever as exasperated with the other side is generating new levels of anxiety, frustration and rage. Welcome to Novant Health healthy headlines, I'm Gina dipietro. It's often a challenge to talk politics with someone who has a differing opinion. In this episode, we asked soltana Anna's rottie, a Novant Health psychotherapist, how to have a political discussion with someone you truly don't agree with. She talks with Cliff Martens, about how to control emotions, when to bow out have a conversation, and other tips to avoid turning ev...
2021-01-1514 minNovant Health Healthy HeadlinesThe do's and don'ts of power nappingGina DiPietro 0:06 ever catch yourself in the early afternoon thinking, boy, I could use a nap. Well, if done correctly, a nap can improve your health. Welcome to Novant Health healthy headlines. I'm Gina dipietro. Maybe it was a big lunch or you didn't sleep well the night before. So what's the quick fix? It's called a power nap, which can springboard you into a productive alert evening. And this episode clip Mertens talks to Dr. Nancy Behrens and Novant, Health sleep specialist, about how long the perfect power nap should be? How it helps your brain specifically, an...
2020-12-2210 minNovant Health Healthy HeadlinesSports are resuming, but COVID-19 is changing the playing fieldGina DiPietro 0:06 Welcome to Novant Health healthy headlines. I'm Gina futro. Many young athletes at North Carolina's public high schools are beginning their seasons that have been delayed by the covid 19 pandemic. Sports will look different for players, coaches and fans, and trying to prevent the virus from spreading will be key. In this episode clip, Mertens talks to Dr. Adam Culver, a Novant, Health sports medicine physician about what parents and athletes need to be aware of during competition. Thank you for listening.Cliff Mehrtens 0:37 What are the safety precautions that athletes have to take...
2020-12-1014 minNovant Health Healthy HeadlinesTeen anxiety in the age of social media, and how to helpBeing immersed in social media can add to a teenager's angst. Listen to how you can help your teen limit the stress.Transcript:Cliff Mehrtens 0:07 Welcome to Novant Health Healthy Headlines. I'm Cliff Mehrtens. Smartphones are prevalent especially among teenagers. But are they doing more harm than good? A study recently published in the Journal of American Medical Association psychiatry suggested that teenagers who spend more than three hours a day on social media are more likely to develop mental health problems, including depression, anxiety, and aggression. For some insight into teens and social me...
2019-10-2213 minNovant Health Healthy HeadlinesVaping can be dangerous. What you need to know.Vaping has recently killed several Americans and landed hundreds in hospitals with lung illness. Novant Health pulmonologist Dr. Richard Pomerantz discusses e-cigarettes, a popular, unhealthy craze sweeping the country.Transcript:Cliff Mehrtens 0:06 Welcome to Novant Health Health Healthy Headlines. This is Cliff Mehrtens. Vaping, the term for using electronic cigarette has exploded in popularity recently, especially among teenagers and young adults. vaping devices are sleek, high tech and they're often barely noticeable, but their dangers are undeniable. Nearly 400 people in the United States have been hospitalized recently, and seven deaths have been connected to vap...
2019-09-2414 minNovant Health Healthy HeadlinesConcussions and kids: What parents need to knowConcussions are inevitable at every level of football, because it's a collision sport. Novant Health's Dr. Kip Corrington, a former college star and NFL player, discusses his personal history with concussions, what parents of young athletes need to consider, and steps to take if a young athlete sustains a concussion.Transcript: Cliff Mehrtens 0:07 Welcome to Novant Health Healthy Headlines. This is Cliff Mertens. Concussions get plenty of attention every football season. It's a violent sport based on collisions, and concussions are inevitable. They happen a lot at every level of football, but they can als...
2019-08-2710 minNovant Health Healthy HeadlinesAlzheimer's disease: It's much more than memory lossAlzheimer's disease affects nearly 6 million Americans, and that number will grow as Baby Boomers age. Novant Health neurologist Dr. Mark Pippenger discusses the impact Alzheimer’s has on a patient’s family members and friends. He'll dive into concerns he often hears: Are you likely to suffer from the disease? If so, what's treatment going to be like 10 or so years from now?Transcript:Cliff Mehrtens 0:08 Welcome to Novant Health Healthy Headlines. This is Cliff Mehrtens. Alzheimer's disease affects nearly 6 million Americans. And that number will increase over the next few years as the baby boo...
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