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That's Healthful97. Certified Nurse Midwife - Davin JohnsonJoin me this week for a discussion with Certified Nurse Midwife, Davin Johnson! Davin and I discuss the role of the professional CNM and all that entails.
2024-03-0816 minThat's Healthful96. January 2024 - National Stalking Awareness MonthJanuary is National Stalking Awareness Month. This brief episode discusses the identification of stalking and ways to protect yourself from stalkers. Resources:https://www.stalkingawareness.org/https://victimconnect.org/learn/types-of-crime/stalking/#:~:text=End%20All%20Contact%20%E2%80%93%20Sometimes%20this,an%20obvious%20sign%20of%20danger.https://www.techsafety.org/resources-survivors
2024-01-1203 minThat's Healthful95. COPD and Rural Disparities with Dr. Sarah MillerNovember is National COPD Awareness Month and my guest is Respiratory Physiologist and Registered Nurse, Dr. Sarah Miller from the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Miller's expertise helps shine a light on the challenges with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) in general and the special challenges in our rural communities.
2023-11-1024 minThat's Healthful94. Part 3 of 3 Gun Related Violence Affecting Children & FamiliesThis week’s episode is part 3 of 3 on gun-related violence. My guest is Dr. Regan Williams, a pediatric trauma surgeon at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital in Memphis, TN. Dr. Williams and her team see their fair share of gun-related violence both intentional and unintentional inflicted upon our children. Dr. Williams and I explore potential causes and solutions to this epidemic in both our city and in our country.
2023-10-2721 minThat's Healthful93. Rare Autoimmune Diseases EoE with Andrew McIverJoin me for this episode as Mr. Andrew McIver and I discuss a rare autoimmune disease that impacts his daily life - Eosinophilic Esophagitis or EoE. Roughly, 160,000 Americans are living with this autoimmune disease and it can be isolating and have other implications for daily living. Resources:https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/eosinophilic-esophagitis/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20372203https://www.niaid.nih.gov/news-events/forgoing-one-food-treats-eosinophilic-esophagitis-well-excluding-six#:~:text=For%20people%20with%20EoE%2C%20swallowing,a%20cornerstone%20of%20EoE%20treatmenthttps://www.aaaai.org/conditions-treatments/related-conditions/eosinophilic-esophagitis#:~:text=Seeing%20an%20allergist%20will%20provide,of%20foods%20to%20your%20diet
2023-10-1332 minThat's Healthful92. Part 2 of 3 Gun Violence and Active Shooter with Chief Dale LaneDale Lane is Chief of the Collierville Police Department, a suburb outside of Memphis, Tennessee. Join me for this episode as Chief Lane and I discuss two active shooter incidents that occurred within the last 2 years in Collierville. We discuss what you can do to protect yourself in an active shooter event. Chief Lane encourages active shooter training. If your organization or facility inside Collierville would like to receive this training, call the non-emergency number at 901-853-3207. If you live outside of Collierville and would like to receive active shooter training please reach out to your local...
2023-09-2223 minThat's Healthful91. Part 1 Gun Related Violence - A Public Health Crisis with Dr. Alisa HaushaulterThis episode is part 1 of a 3-part series and addresses gun-related violence as an epidemic in our country. Dr. Alisa Haushalter, former Director of the Shelby County Health Department in Memphis, Tennessee is my guest. Dr. Haushalter is currently an Associate Professor at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in the College of Nursing. Join us as we discuss the trends and the attempts to mitigate gun violence. Resources: https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2023/04/26/what-the-data-says-about-gun-deaths-in-the-u-s/ https://www.apa.org/pubs/reports/gun-violence-prevention https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/firearms/fastfact...
2023-09-0831 minThat's Healthful90. Dialogue and Health As Expanding Consciousness Nursing TheoryOn this episode my guests include Drs. Marie Gill, Jane Flanagan, and Margaret “Maggie” Pharris. Our conversation centered around dialogue and its importance and Dr. Margaret Newman’s theory – Health as Expanding Consciousness (HEC). Dr. Newman was a nursing theorist who is an alumna of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Nursing, and a former faculty member of the College of Nursing. The UTHSC CON recently dedicated the Dr. Margaret A. Newman Center for Nursing Theory. Our discussion on this episode delves into the HEC theory, the future direction of the Center, and a bit about Dr. Newman h...
2023-08-2557 minThat's Healthful89. Healthcare Simulation with Dr. Tara LemoineJoin me this week for a conversation with Dr. Tara Lemoine. Dr. Lemoine is the Executive Director of the Center for Healthcare Improvement and Patient Simulation (CHIPS) at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. Dr. Lemoine and I discuss the various simulation methods and designs. We also discuss the importance of simulation with the interprofessional team to improve outcomes for our patients. Dr. Lemoine brings an exciting perspective and a wealth of experience and knowledge to CHIPS and the UTHSC campus. https://uthsc.edu/simulation/staff.php
2023-07-2143 minThat's Healthful88. Dr. Margaret Newman Center for Nursing Theory UTHSC CONIntroduction to Theory and Dr. Margaret A. Newman’s Theory Guests: Drs. Marie Gill, Mona Wicks & Carolyn Graff In this episode, I have the honor of talking with three distinguished guests from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Nursing. Drs. Marie Gill, Mona Wicks & Carolyn Graff will be discussing nursing theory in general and as nursing theory relates to Dr. Margaret Newman, a nursing theorist, for whom the UTHSC CON has established a Center for Nursing Theory that is opening in May 2023.My guests and I dialogue about nu...
2023-05-2656 minThat's Healthful87. Dr. Margaret A. Newman Center for Nursing TheoryJoin me for an episode with Dean Wendy Likes and Dr. Marie Gill from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Nursing as we discuss the opening of the Dr. Margaret A. Newman Center for Nursing Theory. You’ll hear about the vision for the center, Dr. Newman’s theory, and the importance of nursing theory in the practice of nursing. The inaugural dedication ceremony celebrating the Center will be held at the UTHSC CON on May 30, 2023.
2023-05-1232 minThat's Healthful86. National Nutrition Month Leslie ElyMarch is a two-fer month meaning it’s National Nutrition Month and Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. This is the 50th anniversary of National Nutrition Month, created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. In this episode, you'll hear from Ms. Leslie Ely a Registered Dietician, Licensed Dietician Nutritionist, and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist about the importance of nutrition and nutrition related to colorectal cancer. Ms. Ely also discusses using intuitive eating in her own family and what that means. Websites to Explore:https://www.tn.gov/health/health-program-areas/fhw/wic/redirect-wic/na...
2023-03-2434 minThat's Healthful85. SMART Initiative in Tennessee with Jeremy KourvelasThat’s Healthful Episode #85: Combating the Opioid Crisis – Substance Misuse & Addiction Resource for Tennessee Initiative Jeremy Kourvelas, SMART Substance Use Coordinator According to the CDC, a little over a million, people have died from a drug overdose since 1999. In 2020, approximately 75% of the overdose deaths were opioid involved. The opioids identified have been prescription opioids like fentanyl and that the majority of all overdoses both fatal and non-fatal involved multiple different drugs. The State of Tennessee is no stranger to opioid overdoses and deaths from opioid use. Join me for this episode with Jere...
2023-03-0327 minThat's Healthful84. LGBTQ+ Legislation in Tennessee with Dr. Lacretia Carroll (Disclaimer)Join me this week for a conversation with Dr. Lacretia Carroll about the newly proposed legislation in the State of Tennessee that will adversely affect the LGBTQ+ community. Dr. Carroll and I discuss the efforts of some legislators that will further marginalize an already marginalized community. Further information and resources are below if you would like to hear more on this topic. https://www.lgbtmap.org/ https://www.tennessean.com/story/opinion/contributors/2022/12/09/might-move-tennessee-anti-lgbtq-laws-make-me-think-twice/69709180007/ https://apnews.com/article/politics-tennessee-state-government-lgbtq-people-gender-dc414e15358759094e1210be5a9c4605 https://www.matthewshepard.org/ https://www...
2023-02-2231 minThat's Healthful83. The Importance of Health Informatics with Dr. Lacretia CarrollJoin me for a conversation with Dr. Lacretia Carroll, Assistant Professor in the College of Nursing at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center about the importance of health informatics. Learn more about what health and nursing informatics mean to you as a patient or as a provider. Dr. Carroll especially relates health informatics to her research on health disparities in the LGBTQ+ community.More about Dr. Carroll:Lacretia Carroll joined the faculty of the UTHSC College of Nursing in October 2019. Her research focuses on social determinants of health, health equity and disparities, and health...
2023-02-1928 minThat's Healthful84. LGBTQ Pending Legislation in Tennessee with Dr. Lacretia CarrollThat’s Healthful Episode Recording with Dr. Lacretia Carroll Laws, Proposed Legislation & Policies in TN Affecting LGBTQ+ Join me this week for a conversation with Dr. Lacretia Carroll about the newly proposed legislation in the State of Tennessee that will adversely affect the LGBTQ+ community. Dr. Carroll and I discuss the efforts of some legislators that will further marginalize an already marginalized community. Further information and resources are below if you would like to hear about more on this topic. https://www.lgbtmap.org/ https://www.te...
2023-02-1731 minThat's Healthful83. The Importance of Health Informatics with Dr. Lacretia CarrollJoin me for a conversation with Dr. Lacretia Carroll, Assistant Professor in the College of Nursing at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center about the importance of health informatics. Learn more about what health and nursing informatics mean to you as a patient or as a provider. Dr. Carroll especially relates health informatics to her research in health disparities in the LGBTQ+ community. More about Dr. Carroll: Lacretia Carroll joined the faculty of the UTHSC College of Nursing in October 2019. Her research focuses on social determinants of health, health equity and disparities, and...
2023-02-0328 minThat's Healthful82. Stalking Awareness Month with Capt. Morrow and Lieutenant TisbyNational Stalking Awareness – January 2023 January is National Stalking Awareness Month. Did you know that 1 in 5 college-age women and 1 in 33 college-age men are stalked? Learn more facts about stalking on this episode of That’s Healthful with my guests Captain Joanne Morrow and Lieutenant Celia Tisby, both are officers with the University of Tennessee Health Science Center Campus Police. UTHSC brings awareness to issues such as stalking and Captain Morrow and Lieutenant Tisby discuss resources and provide information if you are being stalked, or if someone has confided in you that they have been stalked.Be sure to l...
2023-01-2025 minThat's Healthful81. Cervical Cancer Awareness January 2023January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month! Tune in this week to hear the facts and learn what you can do to prevent cervical cancer.Visit thatshealthful.com. Like or follow this podcast wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Episode Resources:https://www.nccc-online.org//wp-content/uploads/2019/01/10ThingsHPV_CCAM-1.pdf https://www.cdc.gov/std/hpv/default.htmhttps://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hpv-infection/symptoms-causes/syc-20351596 HPV Vaccination Recommendations | CDC
2023-01-0606 minThat's Healthful80. Happy Holidays 2022Happy holidays to you and your family! This is the last episode of the season. Please join me for a new episode to air on January 6th. Thank you all for listening!
2022-12-0900 minThat's Healthful79. Host MessageThank you for tuning in. I have been a bit under the weather this week and do not have an episode. Please listen next week! Remember to like or follow the podcast.
2022-12-0200 minThat's Healthful78. National Alzheimer's Disease Month 2022National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness MonthNovember 2022 – Host EpisodeNovember is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month. More than 6 million people in America are living with this disease and it is expected that by the year 2060, 14 million Americans will be diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. It is the most common form of dementia and affects many families across the country. Caregivers have tremendous stress in caring for their loved ones with this life-altering disease. Thank you for listening. Be sure to like and follow the podcast so you won’t miss an episode.https://al...
2022-11-2505 minThat's Healthful77. Rural Health DayThis week I have been at the Rural Health Association of Tennessee annual conference in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. This organization is dedicated to improving the health of rural Tennesseans and its’ members are healthcare providers, school health professionals, and many others who want to improve access to care and health outcomes for rural residents. Some of the priorities for rural health are access to care, special populations, mental/behavioral health, oral health, health professions workforce development, health promotion/disease prevention, substance abuse, rural emergency preparedness, and social determinants of health. I talk about the initiatives that the UTHSC CON has im...
2022-11-1808 minThat's Healthful76. Nurse Practitioner Week 2022November 13th through 19th is National Nurse Practitioner Week and this year’s theme is NPs: Rising to meet the needs of patients. The American Association of Nurse Practitioners or the AANP is the association that represents more than 335,000 nurse practitioners across the country. Nurse practitioners are key healthcare professionals, and we answer the call where we’re needed. Many NPs practice in rural and underserved settings where there are many healthcare disparities and there is a gap in access to care. Thank you to my NP colleagues for all that you do for our patients! https://storage.aanp...
2022-11-1103 minThat's Healthful75. American Diabetes Month November 2022American Diabetes Month – November 2022Host Episode November is American Diabetes Month. The cost of having and treating diabetes can be very expensive for patients and families. About 1 in 5 Americans have diabetes and do not even know it, while 8 in 10 Americans have pre-diabetes and do not know it. Listen in on the facts and for information on diabetes prevention. Please visit the websites below for more details.Websites:https://thatshealthful.com/ https://diabetes.org/hitsdifferent https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/library/spotlights/diabetes-facts-stats.html#:~:text=37.3%20million%20Americans%E2%80%94about%201,t%20know%20they%20ha...
2022-11-0405 minThat's Healthful74. WRAP Penny Hensley October 2022 DV IPV AwarenessWRAP – Wo/Men’s Resource & Rape Assistance Program – Ms. Penny HensleyDomestic Violence Awareness MonthThe Wo/Men’s Resource & Rape Assistance Program, or WRAP, is a wonderful resource for those who are victims and survivors of domestic violence, intimate partner violence, and sexual assault. Join me for a conversation this week with Ms. Penny Hensley, the County Domestic Violence Response Project Director for WRAP. Penny discusses the resources that WRAP provides and the funding and support that is needed for the organization to continue in its mission for the victims and survivors of domestic violence, intimate...
2022-10-2829 minThat's Healthful73. Tammie Johnson Domestic Violence Awareness October 2022Join me for a conversation with Ms. Tammie Johnson as she shares her story of abuse during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Ms. Johnson is an advocate for abuse and domestic violence and a paralegal with West Tennessee Legal Services. If you know someone in a situation of domestic violence or abuse, they need your support – and that may mean just being an ear to listen and not judge them if they continue to stay. While it can be frustrating, your understanding or friendship may be what is getting them through the day. If your loved one’s life is in dang...
2022-10-2137 minThat's Healthful72. Domestic Violence Awareness Month October 2022 Episode Original Air Date October 2021Listen to this week's impactful episode from October 2021 with Dr. Christie Manasco and Ms. Sandy Bromely. One in three women and one in four men have experienced some form of physical violence by an intimate partner. Domestic Violence/Intimate Partner Violence can be of a physical nature, sexual, in the form of stalking, and psychological aggression. We all deserve healthy relationships. Please seek help if you are in a situation where you feel your life or the life of your children could be in danger. https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/pdf/ipv-factsheet508.pdf https://www.thehotline...
2022-10-1451 minThat's Healthful71. Metastatic Breast Cancer October 2022 REVISEDMetastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day – Thursday, October 13, 2022Host EpisodeOctober is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Thursday; October 13th is Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day. Join me as I talk about Metastatic Breast Cancer and breast cancer in general. If you are uninsured or underinsured, there are free services for mammograms across the State of Tennessee and in your state for those living outside of Tennessee. Websites:https://www.cancer.net/cancer-types/breast-cancer-metastatic/introduction#:~:text=There%20are%20several%20types%20of,Ductal%20carcinoma. https://www.bcrf.org/blog/black-women-and-breast-cancer-why-disparities-persist-and-how-end-them/
2022-10-1007 minThat's Healthful71. Metastatic Breast Cancer - October 2022Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day – Thursday, October 13, 2022Host EpisodeOctober is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Thursday; October 13th is Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day. Join me as I talk about Metastatic Breast Cancer and breast cancer in general. If you are uninsured or underinsured, there are free services for mammograms across the State of Tennessee and in your state for those living outside of Tennessee. Websites:https://www.cancer.net/cancer-types/breast-cancer-metastatic/introduction#:~:text=There%20are%20several%20types%20of,Ductal%20carcinoma. https://www.bcrf.org/blog/black-women-and-breast-cancer-why-disparities-persist-and-how-end-them/
2022-10-0704 minThat's Healthful70. IAFN Conference Message September 2022Thank you for tuning in this week. Please tune in during the month of October and Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
2022-09-3000 minThat's Healthful69. National Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month with Bria Sharp Part 2 of 2National Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) Awareness Month Part 2 of 2 – September 2022Bria Sharp BSN, RNJoin me this week for part 2 of 2 as Ms. Bria Sharp and I continue our discussion about National Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) Awareness Month. In this episode, you will hear about the intense pain that those with SCD endure and how providers, and others draw conclusions about that pain. More About Ms. Bria Sharp BSN, RN:My name is Bria Sharp. I was born and raised in Memphis. I graduated with my first Bachelor of Science in Biology from Lipscomb Un...
2022-09-2323 minThat's Healthful68. National Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month with Bria Sharp Part 1 of 2National Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) Awareness Month – September 2022Bria Sharp BSN, RNJoin me this week for part 1 of 2 of a conversation with Ms. Bria Sharp about National Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) Awareness Month. You’ll hear from Bria about common misconceptions, other health issues related to SCD, and how living with SCD affects her life. More About Ms. Bria Sharp BSN, RN:My name is Bria Sharp. I was born and raised in Memphis. I graduated with my first Bachelor of Science in Biology from Lipscomb University in 2016. Following graduation, I worked as a Me...
2022-09-1627 minThat's Healthful67. Journey to Self-Awareness Barriers with Jasmyne Nelson Part 2 of 2Part 2 of 2 – Journey to Self-Care: Overcoming Boundaries to Becoming Self-Aware Guest: Jasmyne Nelson This week join me for part two of a two-part series on the journey to self-care. In part two, Jasmyne Nelson, a licensed master’s prepared social worker, and I have a rich discussion about setting boundaries and how setting those boundaries helps us to become more self-aware. A lack of boundaries can affect our relationships in a very negative way and affect how we function in the world around us. As Jasmyne says, “be curious about yourself”. Ask those questions while in the mome...
2022-09-0937 minThat's Healthful66. Journey to Self-Care Through Self-Awareness with Jasmyne Nelson Part 1 of 2Part 1 – Journey to Self-Care: Becoming Self-Aware Part 1: Guest, Jasmyne Nelson This week join me for part one of a two-part series on the journey to self-care. In part one, Jasmyne Nelson, a licensed master’s prepared social worker helps shine a light on self-awareness. Most of us think we are self-aware, but research shows that a majority of us are not. Learn how being open to receiving feedback can help you in the journey to self-awareness.More about Jasmyne Nelson:Jasmyne Nelson, LMSW, MPA is a licensed master’s level social worker with over seven years...
2022-09-0220 minThat's Healthful65. National Breastfeeding Month - Dr. Allison Stiles August 2022National Breastfeeding Month – August 2022Dr. Allison Stiles, Chair of the Shelby County Breastfeeding CoalitionAugust is National Breastfeeding month and on this episode, my guest and I explore the health benefits to both mom and baby as well as the barriers to breastfeeding. Dr. Allison Stiles is a physician and advocate for breastfeeding and an advocate for underserved populations. Join us for this informative conversation. More About Dr. Stiles:Dr. Allison Stiles has been practicing Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, “Med-Peds” in Midtown Memphis since 2003 when she moved back to be closer to family. She ha...
2022-08-2624 minThat's Healthful64. National Immunization Month August 2022National Immunization Awareness Month – COVID-19 VaccineAugust 2022August is National Immunization Awareness month. In this episode, I discuss the latest updates from the CDC regarding the Coronavirus guidelines and immunizations. If you need more information, please visit the CDC’s websites below or you can email me at thatshealthful.com. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/your-health/if-you-were-exposed.html https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/covid-19/downloads/COVID-19-immunization-schedule-ages-6months-older.pdf https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/covid-19/clinical-considerations/interim-considerations-us.html https://www.covid.gov/tests https://www.aarp.org/heal...
2022-08-1911 minThat's Healthful63. The Elvis Connection - Host EpisodeThe Elvis Connection – Host Episode August 16th will mark 45 years since the death of Elvis Presley. August 9th through 17th is Elvis Tribute Week, and in honor of Memphis’ most famous citizen, maybe even the most famous entertainer in the world, I discuss my “connection” to the king of rock ‘n roll. Please click on the links below to explore the offerings during tribute week at Graceland and visit Church Health Center’s website to see how you can help musicians that do not have health insurance. https://www.graceland.com/ https://www.graceland.com/calendar...
2022-08-1210 minThat's Healthful62. Smoking and the Harmful Effects - Host Episode August 2022Tobacco Use/Smoking CessationHost Episode August 2022Join me this week for an episode on smoking and smoking cessation. I am a former smoker and believe it was the best thing I ever did for my health. Hear statistics on diseases caused by smoking and tips for quitting smoking. If you’re a provider, please encourage your patients to listen to this episode. I will even provide my email address – thatshealthful@gmail.com to discuss stopping smoking with anyone who is motivated to quit, or maybe just wants a little more information. I look forward to your ques...
2022-08-0509 minThat's Healthful61. Minority Mental Health Month July 2022National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month – July 2022Dr. Keevia Porter July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. My guest this week is a colleague, Dr. Keevia Porter who is a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. Join us as we discuss minority mental health issues. While mental health and well-being are important for all it is especially important to our communities of color as access issues tend to have a greater impact. Stigma is associated with mental health in all communities and communities of color are no exception. Dr. Porter describes some strategies and provides recommendations that we...
2022-07-2925 minThat's Healthful60. Forensic Nursing Conference Host MessageForensic Nursing That’s Healthful July 22, 2022This week, I am at an Academy of Forensic Nursing conference. The theme for the conference is Beyond the Bedside: Increasing the footprint of the forensic nurse. Conference sessions will help me learn more about developing a follow-up clinic after an acute forensic exam, forensic implications of gunshot wounds, severe injuries of child physical abuse, and much more. Please go back and listen to episodes #22, 36, and episodes 45 through 48. These episodes are relevant to the forensic nurse and forensic nursing practice. Visit thatshealthful.com for more information or to...
2022-07-2202 minThat's Healthful59. Rural Healthcare Workshop Host EpisodeRural Health Care Workshop – July 2022Host Episode This week’s episode is an update on a rural health care workshop that I attended hosted by the Association of Health Care Journalists (AHCJ), in Chattanooga, TN. It was really exciting to be on the panel “Building the Rural Health Pipeline”. This episode examines some of the initiatives we are currently working on in the College of Nursing at the UTHSC and was discussed on the panel. Please follow @nowhealthful on Twitter and thatshealthful on Facebook and Instagram. Like, rate, or comment on an episode wherever you listen or stream y...
2022-07-1505 minThat's Healthful58. Impact of Climate On Health Host EpisodeImpact of Climate Change on Health – July 2022Host Episode Join me for a conversation on the impact of climate change on health. This topic covers more information than in this brief episode and we might be able to get deeper into the subject at a later time. In June, the American Nurses Association (ANA) held its’ annual Membership Assembly in Washington, D.C. The ANA’s voting representatives voted on critical issue statements and one of them was about climate change and how nurses must address this with patients. Climate change impacts the most vulnerable of populations and po...
2022-07-0809 minThat's Healthful57. Dr. Kasey Jordan Innovation & Leadership Among School NursesSchool Nurses as Innovative Leaders – July 1, 2022Kasey Jordan Ph.D., RN Join me for a discussion with Dr. Kasey Jordan. Dr. Jordan is a fellow along with me at the George Washington University School of Nursing Health Policy & Media fellowship program. Dr. Jordan and I will be discussing school nurse innovation leadership during the COVID-19 response. Learn how school nurse leaders stepped up to lead their schools during this highly stressful time. Dr. Jordan will discuss how media impacts leadership and innovation in the school nurse environment. More About Dr. Jordan:Kasey Jordan, Ph.D...
2022-07-0127 minThat's Healthful56. Structural Racism & the Nursing Profession with Dr. Naila RussellNursing & Structural Racism: A Racial Reckoning – June 2022Naila Russell DNP, RN Earlier this month, the American Nurses Association (ANA) held its’ annual Membership Assembly in Washington, D.C. The ANA’s voting representatives voted, unanimously, “YES” to embark upon a journey to fight structural racism in nursing. Dr. Naila Russell has studied racism in nursing and structural racism through her fellowship in the George Washington University School of Nursing Health Policy and Media Fellowship which started in 2020. Dr. Russell and I discuss the intricacies of racism and how nursing organizations have responded to major events in our recent his...
2022-06-2442 minThat's Healthful55. Skin Cancer & Minimizing Your Risk Host EpisodeSkin Cancer Facts: Minimize Your ChancesIn this episode of That’s Healthful, hear about skin cancer facts and how to minimize your risk. The Skin Cancer Foundation reports that 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer by the age of 70. Your risk for melanoma is doubled if you have had 5 or more sunburns in your lifetime, but if you detect melanoma early, the 5-year survival rate is 99%. The key is to protect yourself with sunscreen! Listen to learn more about the types of skin cancer, ways to protect yourself, and who needs to be protected and when. If...
2022-06-1714 minThat's Healthful54. Vacation Week Message June 2022Thank you for listening! I hope you all have a happy summer. I am on vacation this week and look forward to being back next week. Please visit https://thatshealthful.com/ and follow @nowhealthful on Twitter and @Thatshealthful on Instagram and Facebook. Please like, follow, and rate this podcast.
2022-06-1000 minThat's Healthful53. Grief & Bereavement with Dr. Susan JacobGrief & Bereavement with Dr. Susan Jacob Grief and bereavement are different for everyone. Join me for a conversation with Dr. Susan Jacob, Executive Associate Dean of Academic Affairs at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Nursing as we talk about the grieving process. Dr. Jacob has studied grief and loss for over 30 years and has facilitated support groups to assist those in dealing with these experiences. She was instrumental in the development of Hospice in Memphis and received the key to the city of Memphis in 1980 as recognition for having done so. Dr. Jacob...
2022-06-0335 minThat's Healthful52. National Mental Health Month 2022 with Psychotherapist, Dr. Gary OsborneNational Mental Health Awareness Month – May 2022Dr. Gary Osborne May is National Mental Health Awareness Month and joining me this week is psychotherapist, Dr. Gary Osborne. We know that mental health is very important to our overall health and wellbeing. According to NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, in 2020, 21% of adults in the United States experienced mental illness, that’s one in five or almost 53 million. One out of every six between the ages of 6 and 17 experience a mental health disorder. Mental health and mental illness are frequently underreported. Those who suffer from Mental illness are 40% more...
2022-05-2735 minThat's Healthful51. National Stroke Awareness Month with leading stroke expert Dr. Anne AlexandrovNational Stroke Awareness Month – May 2022Dr. Anne Alexandrov May is National Stroke Awareness Month. According to the CDC, every 40 seconds someone in the United States has a stroke, and every 3 and a half minutes, someone dies from a stroke. Today, my guest is a recognized clinical expert in the areas of emergency and critical care with concentrations in neuroscience and vascular dynamics, Dr. Anne Alexandrov. Dr. Alexandrov is considered to be the leading international nursing expert in acute stroke management. More About Dr. AlexandrovDr. Anne Alexandrov, Ph.D., RN, AGACNP-BC, ANVP-BC, NVRN-BC, ASC-BC, CC...
2022-05-2040 minThat's Healthful50. The Fatal Medication Error Episode: The Radonda Vaught Case With Terri StewartThe RaDonda Vaught Case: A Fatal Medication ErrorMs. Terri Stewart, MSN, RNOn March 25th, a jury in Nashville, Tennessee convicted Registered Nurse, RaDonda Vaught of criminally negligent homicide and impaired adult abuse. By the time this episode airs, Ms. Vaught will be sentenced in this conviction. This case has riled up the nursing community (both for and against the conviction). The American Nurses Association has said put out a statement along with the Tennessee Nurses Association that in part says, “Like many nurses who have been monitoring this case closely, we were hopeful for a di...
2022-05-1339 minThat's Healthful49. Nurses Week 2022 with Dr. Susan Jacob - Where We've Been & Where We're GoingNational Nurses Week: Where We’ve Been & Where We’re GoingDr. Susan Jacob Executive Associate Dean, UTHSC CON Join me this week as we celebrate National Nurses Week 2022! My guest is Dr. Susan Jacob, Executive Associate Dean of Academic Affairs at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Nursing. Nurses have been at the forefront of many major events in our nation and in the world. Nurses positively affect change in individuals, families, and communities. Dr. Jacob has co-authored a textbook, now in its’ 9th edition, that is used all over the nation, Contemporary Nursin...
2022-05-0628 minThat's Healthful48. Self-Care & Self-Awareness for Healthcare Professionals with Jasmyne Nelson, LMSWSelf-Care for Healthcare Professionals Jasmyne Nelson LMSW This week’s episode is very enlightening! While not just for healthcare professionals, practicing self-care is essential for all of us in order to prevent burnout. Ms. Jasmyne Nelson defines self-care – as what it is and what it is not. Self-care is essential to our well-being and practicing self-care means we need to be self-aware. Ms. Nelson discusses all of this and more. Learn about resources to evaluate yourself and why setting boundaries is a necessary component of self-care. More about Ms. Nelson:Jasmyne Nelson is a lice...
2022-04-2937 minThat's Healthful47. Sexual Assault Awareness with Dr. Amanda TaylorSexual Assault Awareness MonthGuest: Amanda Taylor DNP, ANP-BC, SANE-A, SANE-PDirector of Nursing, Shelby County Crime Victims Rape Crisis CenterJoin me this week for a conversation about sexual assault with Dr. Amanda Taylor, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN). April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and the theme this year is “Building Safe Online Spaces Together”. Dr. Taylor and I discuss the online environment and how cybersex can turn into unwanted in-person sexual assault. We talk about how predators use social media to engage children, how to help loved ones who may have been victims of s...
2022-04-2220 minThat's Healthful46. National Child Abuse Prevention Month Part 3: Corporal PunishmentNational Child Abuse Awareness Month With Dr. Lauren Burge, Child Abuse Pediatrician & Dr. Andrea Sebastian, Child Abuse Nurse Practitioner: Part 3 – Corporal Punishment April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Join me for a very informative conversation with Dr. Lauren Burge, Child Abuse Pediatrician at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital in Memphis, TN, and Dr. Andrea Sebastian, Child Abuse Nurse Practitioner at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital. Both are assistant professors at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. In this episode, we discuss corporal punishment (CP), a controversial and sensitive topic. What are the recommendations from the American Academ...
2022-04-1528 minThat's Healthful45. National Child Abuse Prevention Month Part 2: Sentinel InjuriesNational Child Abuse Awareness Month With Dr. Lauren Burge, Child Abuse Pediatrician & Dr. Andrea Sebastian, Child Abuse Nurse Practitioner: Part 2 – Sentinel Injuries April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Join me for a very informative conversation with Dr. Lauren Burge, Child Abuse Pediatrician at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital in Memphis, TN, and Dr. Andrea Sebastian, Child Abuse Nurse Practitioner at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital. Both are assistant professors at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. In this episode, we discuss sentinel injuries in children. Learn what age groups are at the greatest risk and why. Drs. B...
2022-04-0818 minThat's Healthful44. Part 1 - Child Abuse Awareness Month: Abusive Head Trauma Dr. Lauren Burge & Dr. Andrea SebastianNational Child Abuse Awareness Month With Dr. Lauren Burge, Child Abuse Pediatrician & Dr. Andrea Sebastian, Child Abuse Nurse Practitioner: Part 1 – Abusive Head TraumaApril is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Join me for a very informative conversation with Dr. Lauren Burge, Child Abuse Pediatrician at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital in Memphis, TN, and Dr. Andrea Sebastian, Child Abuse Nurse Practitioner at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital. Both are assistant professors at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. In this episode, we discuss Abusive Head Trauma (AHT). Learn what age groups are at the greatest risk and why. D...
2022-04-0130 minThat's Healthful43. National Colorectal Awareness Month With Dr. Ricketta Clark APRN, FNPNational Colorectal Awareness Month With Dr. Ricketta Clark, APRN, FNPMarch is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Join me for an informative conversation with Dr. Ricketta Clark, ARPN, FNP as we discuss the vulnerable populations affected by this cancer and the recommended tests and ages for screenings. Dr. Clark talks about her role in gastroenterology, the risk factors for colon cancer, and symptoms. Learn what you can do to decrease your chance of developing colon cancer and if you are a provider, how to educate your patients about colon cancer to optimize their health. More about...
2022-03-2525 minThat's Healthful42. Community Drug Take Back Program with Tyler MeltonCommunity Engagement & the Prevention of Drug Misuse with Proper Medication DisposalDid you know that proper disposal of medications varies based on the medication? Do you know the estimated cost per year for proper drug disposal? Where can you take medications to be disposed of properly? Join me for a conversation with Dr. Tyler Melton, PharmD to uncover these answers and more. We discuss how opioids in the treatment of pain are the largest category of misuse and are usually stored and disposed of improperly, as well. There has been an increase in opioid overdose deaths since the...
2022-03-1828 minThat's Healthful41. Outpatient Antiviral Treatment Options for Covid-19Outpatient Antiviral Treatment for COVID-19Whether you’re a patient or a provider there are many considerations to know before taking or prescribing the new oral antiviral medications, Paxlovid, and molnupiravir. Indicated for the treatment of COVID-19, Paxlovid and molnupiravir are approved under the Emergency Use Authorization (EUA). Join me for a conversation with Drs. Tyler Melton and Brandon Hawkins, Pharm D, and assistant professors in the College of Pharmacy at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center as we discuss what you need to know about these medications. Paxlovid and molnupiravir, protease inhibitors, are highly ef...
2022-03-1142 minThat's Healthful40. Workplace Violence in Healthcare with RN, Brittany DiNataleWorkplace Violence: The healthcare industry has risen to 10.4 per 10,000 workers since 2018 (AACN, 2021). Join me for a conversation with Registered Nurse, Brittany DiNatale about the violence against healthcare workers and understanding the issues surrounding this growing problem in the healthcare profession. Brittany defines workplace violence, steps to combat workplace violence including legislation, and where we go from here. We discuss the UTHSC CON’s Management of Aggressive Patient Situations (MAPS) program to help give healthcare providers the tools needed to de-escalate potentially dangerous situations. More about Brittany DiNatale, BSN, RN:Britt DiNatale enjoys wearing many hats and ha...
2022-03-0428 minThat's Healthful39. Black History Month with Dr. Keevia Porter & Ms. Katrina ThompsonBlack History Month: Black Health & Wellness with Dr. Keevia Porter, Assistant Professor in the CON, and Ms. Katrina Thompson, President of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women Memphis Chapter.Join me for a stimulating conversation on Black Health & Wellness with Dr. Keevia Porter and Ms. Katrina Thompson. We discuss notable African-American women in history and health disparities that exist for African-American women including increased risk of heart disease, hypertension, obesity, diabetes, and cancer. We also discuss notable contributions made to science and the health and well-being of African-Americans on the behalf of dedicated African-American women like Dr. Rebecca...
2022-02-2525 minThat's Healthful38. Inclusion, Equity & Diversity with UTHSC CON Admissions Manager Charlie FolsomCharlie Folsom, Admission Manager at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Nursing, and I discuss inclusion, equity, and diversity as they relate generally and especially in higher education. Mr. Folsom discusses the definitions of inclusion, equity, and diversity giving relatable analogies and examples. More about Mr. Folsom:Admissions Manager Charlie Folsom, Jr., is a 20-year higher education professional who has enjoyed a career of recruiting students, developing programs, and innovating to admit diverse groups of students into college. His creative leadership has allowed him to provide higher education opportunities for aspiring students at institutions...
2022-02-1826 minThat's Healthful37. Power Outage Message - Delayed EpisodeThis week's episode is delayed due to power outages from winter storms that affected the Memphis, Tennessee area last week. Thank you for your patience. Be sure to tune in next week!
2022-02-1100 minThat's Healthful36. Forensic Nursing 101 with APRN, Dr. Jennifer JohnsonThat’s HealthfulEpisode – Forensic Nursing 101: What Every Provider Needs to KnowOn this episode of That’s Healthful, Advanced Practice Forensic Nurse, Dr. Jennifer Johnson discusses the basics of the science of forensic nursing. We discuss the definition and history of forensic nursing, the different types of forensic nursing, the role of forensic nurses in the criminal justice system, where forensic nurses practice, certification, and more. More About Dr. Johnson:Dr. Jennifer Johnson is a Board Certified Advanced Practice Registered Nurse and a Board Certified Advanced Forensic Nurse Practitioner, Board Certified Forensic Nurse...
2022-02-0427 minThat's Healthful35. National Stalking Awareness Month - Deborah Clubb, Executive Director Memphis Area Women's CouncilJanuary is National Stalking Awareness Month and in this week’s episode Deborah Clubb, Executive Director of the Memphis Area Women’s Council discusses the effects stalking has on victims. We discuss types of stalking, current laws, stalking, and employer training for domestic violence. Stalking, rape, intimate partner violence affects all genders. The 18-24-year-old age group experiences more stalking occurrences, usually on college campuses, than any other age group. Social media plays a very specific role in stalking. Visit the websites below and follow the Memphis Area Women’s Council, Memphis Says No More, and Women of Achiev...
2022-01-2838 minThat's Healthful34. Memphis Singer, Songwriter, & Musician Devan Yanik - The Effects of Addiction on FamiliesOn this episode of That’s Healthful, my guest is Memphis singer, songwriter, and musician, Devan Yanik. Devan is an audio/visual technician at the University of Memphis. Devan openly shares the story of addiction in his family – namely his father, a small-town physician in Oklahoma. When we talk about resilience – this is it. Devan discusses how his father’s addiction to alcohol and drugs affected him, his siblings, his other and even the small town where Dr. Yanik practiced medicine. We briefly touch on opioid addiction today and the differences between the 1970s and 1980s versus the crisis t...
2022-01-2137 minThat's Healthful33. Melissa B. Ph.D. Part 2: Types of Dementia & Tips to Minimize the EffectsPart 2 – On this episode of That’s Healthful, my guest is Dr. Melissa Batchelor with George Washington University. Dr. Batchelor is a tenured associate professor the Director for the Center for Aging, Health & Humanities at George Washington University. Dr. Batchelor is the host of a podcast, “This is Getting Old – Moving Towards an Age-Friendly World”. This episode is part two of two and we discuss dementia and the different types of dementia including the most common – Alzheimer’s Disease. Dr. Batchelor shares the assessment skills and tools needed to come to a diagnosis, and that some are not diagnosed unti...
2022-01-1422 minThat's Healthful32. Melissa B. PhD from GWU and podcast "This is Getting Old: Moving Towards an Age Friendly World"On this episode of That’s Healthful, my guest is Dr. Melissa Batchelor with George Washington University. Dr. Batchelor is a tenured associate professor the Director for the Center for Aging, Health & Humanities at George Washington University. Dr. Batchelor is the host of a podcast, “This is Getting Old – Moving Towards an Age-Friendly World”. This episode is part one and we discuss what the Center for Aging, Health & Humanities does, how the podcast “This Is Getting Old – Moving Towards an Age-Friendly World” focus on what’s age-friendly is friendly for everyone, and how social media play an important role in our live...
2022-01-0725 minThat's Healthful31. Happy 2022!!!Join me briefly for a quick message to bring in the new year! I wish you health and happiness in 2022 and encourage you to set goals for success. Thank you all for listening these last 6 months. I look forward to talking with guests about topics that interest you. For guest and topic suggestions please feel free to email me at lisa.beasley@uthsc.edu. Happy 2022!
2021-12-3102 minThat's Healthful30. Catholic Charities of West Tennessee, Senior Director of Community Engagement, Kiki HallThat’s Healthful Catholic Charities of West TennesseeKiki Hall, Senior Director of Community EngagementJoin me for a wonderful conversation with Kirstee “Kiki” Hall, Senior Director of Community Engagement with Catholic Charities of West Tennessee. About Kiki:Kiki earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Marketing from the University of Alabama. Upon completion, she spent many years in medical sales and marketing until she felt the calling to non-profit. Kiki has extensive experience in the healthcare and non-profit sectors along with a true passion for the Memphis and Shelby County...
2021-12-2433 minThat's Healthful29. Dr. Jason Yaun Medical Director, FRI at Le Bonheur Children's Outpatient ClinicDetermining Family Resilience with Dr. Jason Yaun, Medical Director of the Family Resilience Initiative at Le Bonheur Children’s Outpatient Clinic Join me for an informative conversation with Dr. Jason Yaun. Dr. Yaun is the Medical Director of the Family Resilience Initiative (FRI) at Le Bonheur Children’s Outpatient Clinic in Memphis, Tennessee. The FRI is an initiative that aims to intervene with children and their families in the Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) and Adverse Childhood Experiences, or ACEs. The FRI serves families with children 9 months to 5 years of age. These families are connected with Outreach Coordinators as p...
2021-12-1739 minThat's Healthful28. Dr. Danielle Sarik PhD, PNP Nurses UnboxedNurses UnboxedDr. Danielle Altares SarikNurses and the practice of nursing are normally thought of as practicing in an in-patient, acute-care setting rather than in the community. Join me for an informative episode as Dr. Danielle Sarik and I unbox nurses! Hear how nurses provide transitional care from in-patient settings to the community setting whether it is in a patient’s home, long-term care, or skilled care. Danielle discusses her research in transitional care for pediatric patients and assisting their families with these frequently, life-altering changes. We discuss telehealth and its’ role in transitional care, and Dr...
2021-12-1040 minThat's Healthful27. Chancellor of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Dr. Steve SchwabChancellor Steve Schwab, the 12th Chancellor at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) announced his retirement earlier this year. Join me for a conversation with the Chancellor as we discuss successes and moving forward. Chancellor Schwab talks about the vision of the UTHSC remaining steadfast throughout his career and adjusting and adapting that vision as the UTHSC grew. Over the years, the strategic plan, led by the Chancellor, has addressed the need to grow in all 6 professional colleges. In spite of the coronavirus pandemic, the UTHSC kept moving forward to educate students safely. A hybrid form...
2021-12-0326 minThat's Healthful26. World AIDS Day 2021 with Dr. Crystal Walker a PCP treating HIVFirst observed on December 1, 1988, World AIDS Day focuses on highlighting the treatments and disparities. The day also commemorates those living with and/or affected by HIV/AIDS. The theme for the 2021 World AIDS Day is “Ending the HIV Epidemic: Equitable Access, Everyone’s Voice”.On this episode of That’s Healthful, Dr. Crystal Walker, a Family Nurse Practitioner and Assistant Professor at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Nursing in Memphis discusses the barriers to those seeking effective treatment and other HIV/AIDS-related information. Dr. Walker practices in primary care treating patients living with HIV.
2021-11-2650 minThat's Healthful25. Rural Health Inequities - Dr. Dee Blakney & Dr. Sarah RhoadsRural areas have a provider shortage. Hear how rewarding it is to work in rural healthcare taking care of families across the lifespan. Join me for a conversation about rural access to care. Dr. Dee Blakney, a Family Nurse Practitioner and Acute Care Nurse Practitioner who has a clinic in two small towns in West Tennessee, and Dr. Sarah Rhoads a nurse practitioner and nurse researcher with a special interest in rural health access and technological use in health and medicine. We discuss barriers to healthcare for those residents living in rural areas and how Dr...
2021-11-1930 minThat's Healthful24. Dean Wendy Likes UTHSC CON - An MBJ Health Care Hero for 2021Congratulations to Dean Wendy Likes for being selected a Health Care Hero for 2021 by the Memphis Business Journal! In this episode, we will hear from the leader of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Nursing. Dean likes and I discuss the various programs offered at the UTHSC CON. Programs include an Accelerated Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN), a traditional Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (starting fall of 2022), a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree (DNP) with a variety of concentrations, a Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing Science (Ph.D.), and certificate programs including...
2021-11-1231 minThat's Healthful23. Dr. April Kapu President, AANP - National Nurse Practitioner WeekDuring National Nurse Practitioner Week, Dr. April Kapu, President of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners discusses the role of the APRN as provider, the role of the AANP in support of the APRN, and how nurses and APRNs have stepped up during the pandemic to selflessly care for patients. Dr. Kapu also discusses self-care and taking the time to “fill your tank” and “find your joy”. Nurses often put their own care “on the backburner” (Dr. Kapu). Knowing your “why” for being a nurse and bringing your best self to patients starts with self-care. “We have to center ourselves o...
2021-11-0536 minThat's Healthful22. Domestic Violence Awareness Month with Guests Sandy Bromley and Christie ManascoOctober is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This week's guests include the Director for the Shelby County Crime Victims and Rape Crisis Center and Dr. Christie Manasco. Ms. Bromley sheds light on the prevalence of domestic violence and provides statistics and resources. Dr. Manasco shares her own personal family story related to domestic violence. This episode is dedicated to Cathy and all the Cathys out there who have lost hope.
2021-10-2951 minThat's Healthful21. Host Solo Episode - Dr. Lisa Beasley's Breast Cancer JourneyYour podcast host, Dr. Lisa Beasley talks about her recent breast cancer journey during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
2021-10-2217 minThat's Healthful20. Breast Cancer Awareness Month - Dr. Eric Bailey & Ms. Brenda Fortney - Family Stories of Loved OnesOctober is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Listen as Dr. Eric Bailey & Ms. Brenda Fortney recount stories of how the strong women in their lives fought courageous battles of breast cancer and how the memories of these women are honored through the sharing of these stories.
2021-10-1528 minThat's Healthful19. Kristina Whiton-O'Brien & Leah Ford with Vot-ER are the guests for this episodeDirector of Partnerships, Kristina Whiton-O'Brien and Organizing Director, Leah Ford with Vot-ER discuss the importance of healthcare providers & their role in registering patients to vote. Listen as they talk about the Vot-ER vision of how healthy communities power an inclusive democracy. Visit Vot-ER.org
2021-10-0831 minThat's Healthful18. Inclusion in Nursing Education with College of Nursing Faculty, Christie Cavallo at UTHSC CONWhat does inclusion mean in nursing education? How do we recruit more diverse nursing students? Faculty at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Nursing, Christie Cavallo shares her insight and thoughts for being inclusive. Ms. Cavallo also reflects on her own personal story.
2021-10-0148 minThat's Healthful17. Dr. Artangela Henry Sickle Cell Disease Air Date 9.24.2021September is National Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month. Dr. Artangela Henry DNP, ACACNP-BC, FNP-BC discusses the impact of Sickle Cell Disease & how providers can be more aware of the impact SCD has on patients & families.
2021-09-2444 minThat's Healthful16. Dr. Syed Hasan Raza MD, RheumatologistDr. Raza discusses rheumatological diseases including SLE, inflammatory arthritides, vasculitis and approaches to treatment.
2021-09-1752 minThat's Healthful15. A Step Ahead Foundation Empowering Girls & Young WomenExecutive Director, Nikki Gibbs and Partnership & Training Coordinator, Deborah Townsend from A Step Ahead Foundation discuss the foundation's mission to "empower women to reach their life's goals by eliminating barriers to voluntary, long-acting, reversible birth control through educational programming, services, and funding.
2021-09-1032 minThat's Healthful14. Dr. Vicki Chandler DNP, FNP-BC and Nutritional HealthGood nutrition reduces inflammation lowering your risk for cancer and other diseases associated with cardiovascular health. In this episode, Dr. Vicki Chandler, Family Nurse Practitioner and Assistant Professor at UTHSC CON discusses which foods are best and how to incorporate them into your daily life.
2021-09-0346 minThat's Healthful13. RestoreCorps. A foundation in the fight against human trafficking in West Tennessee.The guests for this episode are co-founders Whitney Trotter, RDN, RN and Rachel Haaga, Executive Director of RestoreCorps. Rachel & Whitney discuss human trafficking and the fight for victims and survivors. RestoreCorps is a non-profit organization that advocates for victim and survivor rights, and meaningful legislative change.
2021-08-2752 minThat's Healthful12. Dr. Diana Dedmon Vaccine Awareness MonthWho do you believe about vaccinations? What do you believe? What is the history behind vaccines? In this episode, Dr. Diana Dedmon, Family Nurse Practitioner and Assistant Professor at UTHSC CON discusses the importance of immunizations during August - National Vaccine Awareness Month.
2021-08-2031 minThat's Healthful11. Dr. Manoj Jain, Infectious Disease Physician Discusses COVID-19How far have we really come in the fight against COVID? In this episode, Dr. Jain, an Infectious Disease physician discusses the state of the current pandemic with the Delta variant prevailing as the most circulating variant of COVID-19.
2021-08-1333 minThat's Healthful10. Dr. Lauren Burge Child Abuse Pediatrician & Assistant ProfessorIn this episode, Dr. Lauren Burge, Child Abuse Pediatrician and Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center discusses her work with the Le Bonheur Children's Hospital CARES team, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), and building resilience.
2021-08-0654 minThat's Healthful9. Innovation & Technology in Orthopedic Surgery with Guest Dr. Christopher PokablaThis episode explores the most up-to-date information & technology in orthopedic surgery. Dr. Pokabla's focus areas are the elbow, shoulder & sports medicine. He discusses 3D printing and how it aids in joint replacement and how image guided joint replacement aids in patient healing & recovery.
2021-07-3034 minThat's Healthful8. CON Gets HRSA Funded Grant to Increase Number of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE)In this episode, you will hear from three nurses who want to improve the services that sexual assault survivors receive by expanding the number of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE). Drs. Andrea Sebastian DNP, APRN, PNP, SANE-P; Christie Manasco PhD, RN; and Lisa Beasley DNP, APRN, NP-C, RN share their vision for the HRSA funded grant "SANE Training & Education through Partnerships for Underserved Populations" (STEP UP).
2021-07-2334 minThat's Healthful7. Susan G. Murrmann MD, FACOG, ABBARM, FAAMFM, Women's Health ProviderThis episode explores the latest treatment in women's health with entrepreneur Dr. Susan Murrmann, MD, in which she discusses integrated gynecology, sexual wellness, menopause, anti-aging strategies and treatment, and more. Dr. Murrmann is the co-founder of the McDonald Murrmann Women's Clinic, a Center for Wellness & Health.
2021-07-1645 minThat's Healthful6. Access to Care & Professional Nursing AdvocacyThe Tennessee Nurses Association President, Carla Kirkland and Director of Government Affairs, Kathleen Murphy discuss improving access to care by removing physician oversite. Hear how the state nurses organizations advocate for the profession of nursing and the health of patients.
2021-07-0959 minThat's Healthful5. Dr. Kate Fouquier Nurse Midwife & Starting a New Midwifery ProgramDr. Kate Fouquier, Professor and Certified Nurse Midwife discusses the role nurse midwives play in caring for women before, during and after labor as well as starting a new nurse midwifery program at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Nursing in Memphis, TN.
2021-07-0250 minThat's Healthful4. Sexual Health Barriers Among Gay & Bi-Sexual MenTo close out Pride Month, our guest, Dr. Adedotun Ogunbajo "Aday", a Yerby post-doctoral Fellow with the Harvard School of Public Health, discusses in broad terms, his research on the intersection of structural barriers and sexual health outcomes among racial and sexual minority communities both in the United States and various Sub-Saharan African countries.
2021-06-2547 minThat's Healthful3. Amazing Survival Story of COVID-19Join us this episode for an amazing story of survival. Dr. Pastor Chuck Lester was diagnosed with COVID-19 in July 2020 and spent several weeks on mechanical ventilation. Pastor Chuck is described by the medical community as a COVID-19 "Long Hauler".
2021-06-1842 minThat's Healthful2. Rural Health in TennesseeIn this episode, we explore rural health in America, specifically in the State of Tennessee. Our guest, Jacy Warrell is the Chief Executive Officer of the Rural Health Association of Tennessee (RHAT). Jacy is passionate about providing healthcare access to rural Tennesseans. We discuss the role of RHAT and how the organization advocates for those communities.
2021-06-1149 minThat's Healthful1. Zip Code to Genetic Code: Which Determines Health?In this episode, Dr. Ansley Stanfill PhD, RN with the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Nursing discusses her passion for research, for genetics and how the social determinants of health factor into our DNA.
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