HouseCalls and Health

Tiffany DNP FNP-C
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A weekly podcast from House Call HealthCare, bringing modern in-home healthcare, urgent care insight for adults and children, weight loss guidance, and real life medical advice, directly to busy families and professionals. Hosted by nurse practitioner, Tiffany Family Nurse Practitioner. Housecalls and Health delivers clear, practical, trustworthy information you can use right at home.

  1. Feb 24

    Cravings vs Hunger on GLP-1 Medications: How to Tell the Difference

    Not every urge to eat on a GLP-1 medication is true hunger. In this episode of the medical weight loss series, I explain the difference between cravings and physiologic hunger, how to use a simple 1–5 hunger scale, and why tracking hunger patterns—before you eat—can guide long-term success without unnecessary dose increases.

    5 min

  2. Feb 18

    Protein Floors & Targets: How Much You Really Need on GLP-1 Medications

    In this episode of my medical weight loss series, we talk about why protein matters so much—especially if you’re on GLP-1 medications like semaglutide or tirzepatide. I explain the difference between a protein floor and a protein target, how to protect muscle without forcing food, and how to use protein strategically for long-term weight loss success.

    4 min

  3. Feb 10

    Why Weight Loss Feels Slower Now — and Why That’s Not Failure Insulin, Aging, and the New Rules of Weight Loss

    This episode kicks off my medical weight loss series, just in time for spring. If weight loss feels harder than it used to, you’re not imagining it—and you’re not failing. In this episode, I explain how insulin and aging change the rules of weight loss and why understanding what’s happening in your body is the first step toward sustainable results. Interested in medication for weight loss? www.housecallhc.com

    6 min

  4. Feb 4

    Influenza is Surging in Arizona: What You Need to Know Right Now

    Influenza is surging across Arizona, and many families are confused about testing, treatment, and when someone is contagious. In this episode, I explain why anyone with a fever should be tested, how rapid tests can miss early flu, when Biofire PCR testing makes sense, how Tamiflu and Xofluza compare for prevention and treatment, and why early antiviral treatment is critical not just for individual recovery but for public health.

    9 min

  5. Feb 2

    Still Sick After a Negative Test? Understanding PCR, BioFire, and When More Information Matters

    Rapid flu, COVID, and strep tests are helpful — but they don’t always tell the full story. In this episode of Housecalls and Health, we explain why rapid tests can be falsely negative, how PCR-based testing like BioFire works, and when additional testing can change diagnosis and treatment. We discuss real clinical examples, including the rise of mycoplasma pneumonia, why it’s often missed, and how early diagnosis can significantly shorten illness and recovery time.

    9 min

  6. Jan 27

    How to Pay Less for Prescriptions: GoodRX, Manufacturer's Coupons, and What Patients Don't Know

    Prescriptions costs can vary widely - even for the same medication - and many patients don't realize there are tools avaialble to help lower those costs. In this episode of Housecalls and Health, we discuss how prescriptions pricing works, how to use GoodRx and similar coupon programs, how manufacturers coupons differ from pharamcy coupons, and what patients can do before their appointment to ensure prescriptions are sent to the most affortable pharmacy. We also cover real-life examples of how these tools can dramatically reduce out of pocket costs.

    7 min

  7. Jan 20

    Meet the Host: Why I Practice Medicine This Way

    In this episode of Housecalls and Health, I share my journey into healthcare and the experiences that shaped how and why I practice medicine the way I do today. From working in operating rooms, and emergency departments, to high risk labor and delivery, to becoming a family nurse practitioner and starting House Call HealthCare, my career has been guided by one central belief: patients deserve time, thoughtful care, and to feel truly seen. I also share personal expereinces as a mother, moments that changed me during my medical missions abroad, and why concierge, in home care became the model I knew I had to build.

    8 min

  8. Jan 13

    Fever in Kids and Adults: When to Worry and When to Watch

    Few things worry parents more than a fever. In this episode of Housecalls and Health, we talk about what a fever actually means, why fevers are a normal part of fighting infection, and how high is too high. We also discussed when a fever can be safely monitored at home, when medication helps, and the warning signs that mean a child should be evaluated. If your child has ever had a fever and you weren't sure what to do next, this episode will help you feel more confident and prepared.

    7 min
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A weekly podcast from House Call HealthCare, bringing modern in-home healthcare, urgent care insight for adults and children, weight loss guidance, and real life medical advice, directly to busy families and professionals. Hosted by nurse practitioner, Tiffany Family Nurse Practitioner. Housecalls and Health delivers clear, practical, trustworthy information you can use right at home.

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  • Creator
    Tiffany DNP FNP-C
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Tiffany DNP FNP-C
  • Show Website
    HouseCalls and Health