Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center experts in health care will share advice and reminders to help us stay healthy—mentally and physically.
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Welcome to the Philip Baldner podcast, where amazing things happen. Cover art photo provided by Vanessa Ives on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@vanessaives
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Alix Cave and Sam Moran discuss the latest happenings in the ever-expanding Texas Technology scene. From research institutes to gaming companies, Texas has decades of history of tech companies calling the Lone Start State home. And with the more companies than ever making the move, the new wild west of technology is happening here. Alix Cave: linkedin.com/in/cavealix/
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Welcome to the Texas Tech Weekly w/ Steven Rodriguez podcast, where we talk about anything and everything Texas Tech.
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Empowering Patients: Harnessing the Potential of AI in Your Care
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This is part one of a three-part series on artificial intelligence in health care for patients, in education and for providers. Part one focuses on the impact of AI for the general public and how it is used to improve everything from patient education and preventive care to diagnostics and personalized medicine. Our guests for this series are: Dr. …
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Election Anxiety 101: Recognizing and Addressing Stressors in Politics
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Learn to be mindful of your mental health during election season. If you're feeling overwhelmed by campaign ads or dreading talking to loved ones, coworkers or neighbors because they bring up politics, you're not alone. Our guest for this episode is Madison Bishop, LMFT, senior therapist at the Department of Psychiatry's Counseling Center's employe…
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Seasonal Allergies and Upper Respiratory Issues: Tips for Keeping You, Others Healthy
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Is it allergies? Is it a cold or is it something else that's making us sneeze and cough? If you do find yourself with a runny nose or cough, is it better to stay home and eat chicken soup or to visit your primary care provider or even go to the emergency room? Our guest for this episode is Rafael Rosalez, M.D., a family medicine doctor with Texas T…
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Exploring Evidence-Based Aesthetics with a Physician
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Consider the largest organ in the body. Look after it and it'll take care of you. Our guest for this episode is Patti May, M.D., TTUHSC School of Medicine’s Family and Community Medicine Department and is with Texas Tech Physicians at UMC Health and Wellness Hospital. Dr. May tells us that it’s never too early to pay attention to your skin for prev…
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Healthy Boundaries, Happy Relationships: Setting Limits in the Face of Jealousy and Envy
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What does it mean to be jealous or envious in a relationship? What does it do to our mental and physical health? Our guest for this episode is Robert Ragland, licensed professional counselor in the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine's Department of Psychiatry and Employee Assistance Program. He explains the differences …
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Breaking the Stigma Around Prostate Cancer
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Advances in detection and treatment for prostate cancer has improved so much that it's possible that patients are left with less dramatic side effects than those of past years. The key to this is early detection. Pranav Sharma, M.D., division chief of urologic oncology and clinical medical director, tells us who should get tested and when, who is a…
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From Early Detection to Clear Solutions: Protecting Your Child's Vision
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Children eye diseases and conditions are common, but certain diseases can only be cured if caught before they turn two. Temiloluwa Abikoye, M.D., an ophthalmologist, specializing in pediatric ophthalmology at Texas Tech Physicians, describes and explains these conditions and diseases. Dr. Abikoye also tell us what physicians look out for and what p…
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Silent Thief of Sight: Understanding Glaucoma
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January is Glaucoma Awareness Month. Glaucoma is the leading cause of irreversible blindness and more prevalent among Black and Hispanic populations. Matt Porter, M.D., is an ophthalmologist in the department of ophthalmology and visual sciences. Dr. Porter explains the different types of glaucoma and treatments and how it affects our vision. He al…
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Mindful Moments: Integrating Self-Care into Your Daily Life
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Self-care isn't selfish. It's taking time to do the things that will help improve your physical and mental health. Poorvanshi Alag, M.D., assistant professor in the department of psychiatry, explains the different kinds of self-care and why it's important to practice, even small acts of self-care.על ידי Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
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Find Your Fitness Flow: Designing a Workout Routine You Actually Stick to
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One of the things our experts agree on for improving our health, in addition to quitting smoking, is getting daily exercise. Move that body. How do you start or how do you get back to exercising if it’s been a while? Here to tell us how to ease into it is Toby Brooks, Ph.D., associate professor and program director of the TTUHSC School of Health Pr…
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From FOMO to JOMO: Embracing the Joy of Missing Out
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Since the pandemic, many of us have seen an increase in the time we spend in front of screens – whether it’s placing an order for food or a delivery, scheduling an appointment, doing homework or chatting with friends or family. That additional time in front of screens could be harming our physical and mental health. Our guest for this episode is Lo…
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National Hospice and Palliative Care Month
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November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, a time dedicated to help the public understand the benefit of this type of serious-illness care and the importance of advance care planning. Our guest for this episode is Kelly Klein, M.D., Texas Tech Physicians Department of Family Medicine and associate professor in the TTUHSC School of Medi…
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Mindful Living: the Impact of Gratitude on Health
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It's the season to say "thanks," but expressing your gratitude daily could help improve your health. Our guest for this episode is Natalie Scanlon, Ph.D. She graciously accepted our invitation to come back and tell us the benefits of gratitude on our mental and physical health. Dr. Scanlon encourages us to practice gratitude and mindfulness and see…
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Prolonged Grief Disorder: Challenging Stigmas and Fostering Compassion
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Many of us celebrate Halloween, Dia de los muertos, and even All Saints Day and All Souls Day -- the time of year when we remember loved ones who have passed away. These holidays also give us an opportunity to think about loved ones we lost and how we grieve. However, some people, regardless of age, can become overwhelmed by their grief. Prolonged …
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Understanding Child and Adolescent Eating Disorders
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Eating disorders can cause a lot of harm to children and adolescents, but treatment is available. Our guest for this episode is Rosa Gomez de Jesus, M.D., Texas Tech Physicians pediatrician. Dr. Gomez explains the different types of eating disorders, warning signs, treatment and advice for parents and caregivers to help their children.…
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Fall Into Wellness: Preparing for a Healthy Autumn
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It’s the time of year when we go over the list of things we need to do to prepare for the fall and winter – take warmer clothes out of storage, get our cars serviced, prepare our lawns and gardens for the upcoming harsh weather and get vaccinated against flu, COVID and RSV. Our guest for this episode is Fiona Prabhu, M.D., School of Medicine Profes…
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, childhood obesity is a serious problem in the U.S. and puts children and adolescents at risk for poor physical and psychological health. How can parents and caregivers help their children manage their weight? That’s what Amanda Masters, M.D., Texas Tech Physicians pediatrician and associa…
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Heads Up! Tackling Brain Injuries in Adolescents and How to Prevent Them
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Our guest for this episode, Christina Sanders, D.O., associate professor in the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine Department of Neurology and a pediatric rehabilitation medicine (PRM) and brain injury medicine (BIM) physician, goes over different types of brain injuries, symptoms, treatments and long-term effects of le…
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A Common Digestive Problem: Gallstones and Gallbladders
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There are few more painful or confusing experiences than a gallbladder attack. This episode's guest, Justin Vaughan, M.D., Texas Tech Physicians surgeon, explains what a gallbladder does and how gallstones are formed, what triggers an attack and the risks associated with not getting treatment.על ידי Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
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Ring of Fire Watch: A Guide to Eye Protection During the Annular Eclipse
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The annular solar eclipse will cross North, Central and South America on Oct. 14 and it will be visible in parts of the U.S., with the greatest path visibility in Texas. Everyone should know by now not to stare directly at an eclipse but may not know why. Our guest, Kelly Mitchell, M.D., Texas Tech Physicians ophthalmologist, explains why we should…
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The Impact of Asthma on Adolescent Health and Well-Being
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There are nearly 6 million children in the U.S. with asthma, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. What can you do if your child has asthma and how can you encourage them to be active without triggering an asthma attack? Our guest for this episode is Adaobi Kanu, M.D., is a pediatric pulmonologist for Texas Tech Physicians. S…
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Beyond Skin Deep: All About Plastic Surgery, Choosing the Right Doctor
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Plastic surgery is more than just improving someone's appearance. It involves much more, including procedures such as repairing complex wounds. For a variety of reasons, some people choose to get plastic surgery abroad, but they might come home with more complications. Guests for this episode, Bryce Stash, M.D., and Deepak Bharadia, M.D., Texas Tec…
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Elevating Student Wellbeing: Navigating Social Pressures and Binge Drinking
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Alcohol use tends to be higher among college students compared to non-college youth. Frequent heavy drinking (binge drinking) can greatly increase one's chances of developing an alcohol use disorder, which can cause serious physical and emotional damage. This episode's guest explains the dangers of college binge drinking and alcohol abuse and provi…
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Tips for Managing Stress and Anxiety During Your First Year of College
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How can parents and guardians and college students themselves make sure their first year of higher education is a fun yet safe and productive experience? Our guest for this episode is David Edwards, M.D., medical director for TTUHSC's Student Health Services, and associate professor of Sports Medicine in the School of Medicine. Dr. Edwards talks to…
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People Unknowingly Taking Fentanyl Risk Complications With Prescribed Meds, Addiction, Possibly Death
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Synthetic opioids like fentanyl, are oftentimes mixed with other illicit drugs, such as cocaine, methamphetamine and heroin and marijuana, leaving many users unaware they were taking fentanyl. What does this mean for someone who is mentally ill or is taking other prescription medications? Our guest for this episode is Poorvanshi Alag, M.D., assista…
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There is Help for Female Urinary Incontinence
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More than 25 million adult Americans experience temporary or chronic urinary incontinence. It can happen at any age too. For women, what are the causes and treatments? Guests for this episode are Melissa Sanford, M.D., Texas Tech Physicians urologist, and Kristen Sharma, Texas Tech Physicians urology family nurse practitioner. They answer our quest…
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Colorectal Cancer Screening Key for Finding, Possible Prevention
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, from 2015-2019 Black men were 1.2 times and 1.7 times, respectively, more likely to have new cases of colon and prostate cancer, as compared to non-Hispanic white men. Additionally, they have lower 5-year cancer survival rates for most cancer sites, as compared to non-Hispanic white men. …
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Breaking the Silence: A Conversation About Youth Suicide
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Suicide is one of the top three leading causes of death among children, youth and young adults under the age of 34. Adolescents who have had negative life experiences can be more prone to suicidal thoughts or suicide attempts. It's something that we need to talk about more openly, says Natalie Scanlon, Ph.D., assistant professor and clinical psycho…
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Facts About Low Testosterone and Treatments
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June is National Men's Health Month and our guests for this episode talked to us about testosterone. Pranav Sharma, M.D., division chief of urologic oncology, and clinical medical director and Melissa Bowyer, APRN, both in the Bernhard Mittemeyer Clinic at TTUHSC, explained what testosterone is and what it does and doesn't do, what causes low testo…
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For this special episode, we invited members of our university’s leadership to discuss health care and health sciences education in the past couple of years and what we can expect in the next few years as well. Guest host: TTUHSC President Lori Rice-Spearman, Ph.D. Guests: Ron Cook, D.O., MBA, TTUHSC chief health officer and chair of the Department…
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Make it a Hot Girl Summer Free of Burns
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It’s the unofficial start of summer around here which means there is also the potential for injuries from burns. John Griswold, M.D., Texas Tech Physicians burn surgeon and medical director for the Timothy J. Harnar Burn Center. Dr. Griswold shares with us the kinds of burns he sees more often during the summer months and how we can avoid them. He …
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Symptoms, Testing and Treatment of ADHD in Adults
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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (or ADHD) has been trending in the news and on social media. Many adults were diagnosed with ADHD over the COVID-19 pandemic, giving them answers to behavior they might not have been aware were symptoms of ADHD. Esther Schwartz, Ph.D., staff psychologist in the department of family and community medicine, is…
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Children With Disabilities, Special Needs at Higher Risk for Abuse, Neglect
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Child abuse and neglect are serious public health problems and adverse childhood experiences that can have long-term impacts on health, opportunity and wellbeing. Children with disabilities may be at higher risk for abuse or neglect than children without disabilities. Patti Patterson, M.D., Texas Tech Physicians pediatrician, tells us what makes ch…
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May is Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Awareness Month and our guest this episode, Adaobi Kanu, M.D., answers our questions about CF. Dr. Kanu is pediatric pulmonology CF center director at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. She tells us who is at risk for being diagnosed with CF, how treatments have improved in the past few years, and what you can…
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Understanding Weight Loss: Medications, Procedures and Plans
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You may have heard about these new “weight loss” medications, whether it’s a celebrity or someone you know taking these medications to drop some pounds. Perhaps you’ve heard that some people with diabetes are having a difficult time paying for or finding this medication that they rely on. Either way, you probably have questions. Here to walk us thr…
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Why You Should Get Rid of Your Unused or Expired Medications
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Get rid of your unused or expired meds at the upcoming Medication Cleanout scheduled for April 22. The event happens twice a year in Lubbock, Amarillo and Abilene, Texas. Our guest for this episode is Jeanie Shawhart, Pharm.D. She is a pharmacist and managing director of the Texas Panhandle Poison Center. Dr. Shawhart explains why it’s important to…
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Why We Get Acne and How to Treat It
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Acne can be a problem for us, including adults. What should you do if you get a pimple or an acne flare-up? Michelle Tarbox, M.D., is a dermatologist at Texas Tech Physicians and an associate professor at TTUHSC. Dr. Tarbox explains how acne forms, why we get it, how to treat it and what to do if we get a pimple right before an important event.…
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Be prepared before hitting the trails and know what to do in case of an emergency or how to avoid finding yourself in an emergency situation. Brian Kendall, M.D., emergency medicine, is a clinical assistant professor and clerkship director at TTUHSC. He shares with us what he packs in his first aid kit, how to avoid the most common injury and what …
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Taking Care of Your Mental Health at Work
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More than half of the world population works and we spend a significant amount of our lives at our jobs. How can we manage stress at work so that it doesn’t affect our home life and our physical health? Logan Winkelman, Ph.D., is this episode’s guest. She has advice and tips on how to handle the stress that comes along with starting or changing car…
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Diabetic Eye Disease, Symptoms and Treatment
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It's 'Save Your Vision' month and we'd like to bring awareness to the effects of diabetes on vision, including blindness if left untreated. Kelly Mitchell, M.D., is our guest today. He is a Texas Tech Physicians ophthalmologist and professor in the School of Medicine’s Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences. Dr. Mitchell explains why peopl…
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Benefits, Future of Telemedicine
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There are some services we’ve come to expect to stay with us since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic—curbside pickup, groceries delivered to our door, remote working and virtual office visits or telemedicine. Our guest for this episode is Ariel Santos, M.D., trauma and acute care surgeon, associate professor and director of telemedicine for the Sc…
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Respiratory Allergies Symptoms, Treatments
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It’s nearly that time for spring allergies but some of us have been dealing with allergies year-round. What are our options for relief? James Tarbox, M.D., associate professor in the division of allergy and immunology in the TTUHSC School of Medicine, explains why some of us get respiratory allergies, why we shouldn’t expect relief after a heavy ra…
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Signs of Domestic Abuse, How You Can Help Victims
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According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, on average, in the United States nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner. During one year, this comes out to more than 10 million women and men. How does this relate to health care and what can you do if you’re in that situation or have a loved one in an…
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Advocating for Yourself, Setting Boundaries
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Loving yourself and setting boundaries is important for your mental health and well-being. If you struggle with that, Alan Korinek, Ph.D., has helpful advice. Dr. Korinek is the managing director for the TTUHSC Employee Assistance Program and program of assistance for TTUHSC students. He reminds us consistency is important when it comes to setting …
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Knowing History of Heart Disease as Important as Lifestyle
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It's always a good time to think about your heart health, even if you're young and active. This episode's guest is Scott Shurmur, M.D., Texas Tech physicians, cardiologist and Division Chief of Cardiology at TTUHSC. Dr. Shurmur talks to us about heart disease, what effect certain drugs can have on the heart, why younger people could be at risk for …
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How to Keep Your Hair, Skin Hydrated This Winter
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Note: this episode was originally published Dec. 7, 2021, but the advice is still valid. How does the winter weather affect our skin and hair? To explain what happens when our skin and hair become dry is Michelle Tarbox, M.D., Texas Tech Physicians dermatologist. She talks to us about what to use to keep our skin and hair hydrated, why we should pa…
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Lifelong Benefits to Exercising as a Family
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It doesn't have to be the start of the year for you to resolve to exercise more or spend more time with your family. According to experts, it's better if you combine both activities--spend time being physically active with your family. Tammy Camp, M.D., Texas Tech Physicians pediatrician and former Texas Pediatric Society president, and Suzana Jens…
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Gambling Addiction: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
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The big lottery payoffs and big sports games have brought about the discussion of gambling. Some of us might consider it harmless, but for others the uncontrollable urge to gamble could lead to serious health issues. Poorvanshi Alag, M.D., is an assistant professor in the department of psychiatry and is an addiction psychiatrist. Dr. Alag tells us …
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What is Human Trafficking and Why it's Public Health Issue
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January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month. With more than a quarter of a million people subjected to human trafficking globally, it is an issue of public health. Our guest for this episode explains what is human trafficking, who are the most vulnerable/what victims look like and what you can do if you suspect human trafficking. Julie St. John, …
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Keeping your stress in check during the holidays
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This time of year can be stressful for many of us for several reasons. Alan Korinek, Ph.D., licensed marriage and family therapist and managing director for the TTUHSC Employee Assistance Program and program of assistance for TTUHSC students, suggests we set boundaries and advocate for ourselves in order to keep the stress at a manageable level. Th…
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