Doctors Hospital Health News Podcast

Doctors Hospital of Laredo (UHS)
Doctors Hospital Health News Podcast

Doctors Hospital Health News podcasts, a series of educational health podcasts, are now available for listening or download. Hear the latest health information from medical professionals at the hospital.

  1. 08/20/2017

    Living with Diabetes

    According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as many as 29 million people in the United States have diabetes, but up to 8 million may be undiagnosed and unaware of their condition. Listen as Dr. Mateo Reyes discusses living with diabetes and what you can do to manage your symptoms and experience a better quality of life, even with diabetes.

  2. 07/23/2017

    Living With Allergies

    It can be difficult to tell what is causing that coughing, sneezing, running nose and headaches. However, if you suffer from allergies you might be looking for ways to manage the symptoms.  Listen in as Jane Unzeitig, MD, an Allergist with Doctors Hospital of Laredo Medical Center helps you to identify the triggers of an allergy, manage the symptoms, and help you better understand what is causing your allergies.

  3. 06/11/2017

    The Benefits of Breastfeeding: Doctors Hospital Offers Classes and Support

    Doctors Hospital of Laredo is proud to be entrusted with the health and care of so many of Laredo's moms and babies. We believe that a family-centered approach to childbirth can help promote the healthy growth and development of the entire family. And we're proud of our long tradition of reaching out and serving a wide range of contemporary family structures. From beginning to end, your support person will be welcomed and encouraged to participate in your childbirth experience. In this segment, Maria Noela Avila,RN, Lactation Consultant at Doctors Hospital of Laredo, joins the show to discuss the benefits of breast feeding and how Doctors Hospital of Laredo has taken a giant step towards improving the health of newborns and infants by earning the Texas Ten Step Program facility designation from the Texas Department of State Health Services. The Texas Ten Step Program encourages breastfeeding as the preferred method of feeding for newborns and infants. Doctors Hospital joins a growing number of Texas birth facilities that are supporting new mothers and their decision to breastfeed.

  4. 06/11/2017

    Better Sleep For A Better You

    Of the nearly 70 million Americans who are problem sleepers, about half have a chronic disorder that keeps them from getting the restorative sleep they need according to the Centers for Disease Control. And many are completely unaware that something's wrong. If you sleep poorly, snore, have morning headaches or are fatigued or excessively sleepy during the day, you could have a sleep disorder. And while that can leave you tired and irritable, lack of sleep can also put a strain on relationships and affect performance at work or school. In this segment, Dr. Antonio A. Cardenas, Director of Doctors Hospital of Laredo Sleep Center, joins the show to discuss the importance of getting a good quality nights sleep and the how The Sleep Center at Doctors Hospital of Laredo can help you with sleep disorders.

  5. 05/17/2017

    Mako™ Robotic-Arm Technology for Knee Pain

    More than 15 million Americans suffer from osteoarthritis, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. This disease, also known as wear-and-tear arthritis, affects the cartilage in joints and may cause pain, stiffness, swelling and a limited range of motion in the knees and hips.   If you have osteoarthritis, surgery to replace or resurface joints becomes an option if your quality of life is greatly diminished by the disease and you have difficulty carrying out activities of daily living. Listen as Dr. Ramon Soriano, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon and member of the Medical Staff at Doctors Hospital of Laredo discusses how surgeons at Doctors Hospital use Mako™ robotic-arm assisted surgery for knee replacement (knee resurfacing) to improve the quality of life for knee pain sufferers.

  6. 05/08/2017

    Identifying Diarrhea and Intestinal Parasites in Children

    Viruses, bacteria, and parasites are living organisms that are found all around us. They are in water and soil, and on the surfaces of foods that we eat. They are also on surfaces that we touch, such as counter tops in the bathroom or kitchen. Some bacteria live in and on our bodies and don't cause problems. Other kinds of bacteria (as well as parasites and viruses) can make us very sick if they get inside our bodies. In this segment, Dr. Asuncion Soriano, Pediatric Gastroenterologist and member of the medical staff at Doctors Hospital of Laredo, discusses intestinal parasites, diarrhea in children and what to do if you suspect that you or your child might have an intestinal parasite.

  7. 04/18/2017

    Understanding Type 2 Diabetes

    Diabetes is a growing problem in the U.S. In fact, according to the American Diabetes Association, 25.8 million children and adults have diabetes. If you are told you have prediabetes or full blown diabetes, there are some very important steps you can take to manage your condition and take control of your health. Eloy Zamarron, MD discusses what you need to know about type-2 diabetes and the lifestyle changes you can make to help control it.

  8. 01/31/2017

    The Benefits of HBOT (Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy)

    The Wound Healing Center at Doctors Hospital of Laredo provides a comprehensive range of services for patients suffering from chronic or non-healing wounds. The wound care program provides advanced treatment options and a team that specializes in advanced modalities in wound care. In this segment, Dr. Manuel Gonzalez, General Surgeon and the Medical Director of Doctors Hospital Wound Healing Center, discusses the amazing benefits of HBOT (Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy) for patients suffering from chronic or non-healing wounds.

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    Doctors Hospital Health News podcasts, a series of educational health podcasts, are now available for listening or download. Hear the latest health information from medical professionals at the hospital.

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    • Creator
      Doctors Hospital of Laredo (UHS)
    • Years Active
      2016 - 2017
    • Episodes
      14
    • Rating
      Clean
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      © Doctors Hospital of Laredo (UHS)
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