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You probably learned about red blood cells in a high school science class. But most of us don’t know the impact that they can have on our bodies when we don’t have enough healthy ones. When faced with a shortage of healthy red blood cells, our blood flow can be blocked causing pain, infection and fatigue. This is known as sickle cell disease. Host:Willard Shepard, Emmy Award-Winning Journalist Guests:Neil Miransky, D.O., Chief Medical Officer of Pharmacy Services and operates Sickle...

It’s important for men not to hit snooze on their health. Instead, they should take a proactive approach on recommended health screenings and regular check-ups. As the American Heart Association and other medical groups have pointed out repeatedly: Men are much less likely than women to take control of their health and see their doctor on a regular basis. Here's what men need to know about common cardiovascular and orthopedic issues for which they may need to seek medical attention. &nbs...

If you’re on social media, chances are you’ve scrolled onto a post or two about mental health. Even in today’s movies and shows, it’s easy to see the tides have turned regarding society’s attitude towards the topic, with more support and awareness on these issues than previous years. One quarter of people worldwide suffer from mental illness. But because mental illnesses were often misunderstood and stigmatized, many people suffer in silence. Host: Johanna Gomez Guests: Ma...

You've probably heard about the hype over “infusion therapy” or “IV therapy” for conditions such as dehydration, fighting exhaustion, boosting your immune system, and getting vitamins into your system. And while the IV therapy market (IV stands for intravenous or “within a vein” ) is expected to surge in demand and reach $4.5 billion dollars by 2028, infusion therapy is also a vital treatment for those battling all types of conditions. From multiple sclerosis (MS) to cancer treatment, ke...

Mom: A special title for a group of exceptional women who have carried the weight of the world on their shoulders as they raised their tiny humans through two decades of life. Becoming and being a mother can bring on a range of feelings. And mothers deserve the best, including the very best mental health. May is a time when we come together to honor and celebrate the amazing mother in our lives – no matter where they are in their journey from newborns to empty nesters. Host: Johanna...

One minute, you and a friend are talking about your weekend plans. And the next thing you know, you feel confused, have trouble speaking and start slurring words. That’s what having a stroke feels like. If treated “fast” – and we’ll get to what the acronym F.A.S.T. means - a stroke can be reversed and permanent disability prevented or minimized. The longer the stroke lasts, the more brain damage occurs. The faster you treat it, the more brain you protect. F.A.S.T. represents the to...