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Send us a Text Message.Dr. Seema Harichand joins us for an insightful conversation about cancer care and prevention. From reducing your risk to receiving a diagnosis, we talk about it all. Some of the highlights include:Risk factorsThe link between aging and cancerThe types of cancer Dr. Harichand sees most oftenWords of wisdom for oncology patientsThe rapid advancements in oncology careand more!

Send us a Text Message.Dr. Adam Verhoef joins us for an incredible conversation about maternal health. From preparing for pregnancy to postpartum care, we talk about it all. Some of the highlights include:Healthy habits to adopt before you're pregnantTips for newly pregnant momsKeeping baby & you safe during pregnancyNutrition and exercisePreparing for laborImportance of having a provider you trustPostpartum support and more!Episode Notes & LinksCDC: Planning for Pregnancy (Webpa...

Send us a Text Message.Cass Health's cardiology provider Kristin Babb, PA-C joins us to talk about Atrial Fibrillation (AFib). Our topics included:What is AFib?Who is at riskThe connection between AFib and strokesTreatment options for patientsThe impact of caffeine and energy drinksDecreasing your risk of developing AFib& learn more about Kristin too!

Send us a Text Message.Cass Health's new podiatry provider Dr. Michael Egertsen joins us to talk about diabetic foot care. A native of Laurens, Iowa, Dr. Egertsen shares with us his background, stories of his time at the VA in Baltimore, Maryland and Washington, D.C., and how Cass Health led him back to Iowa. Dr. Egertsen also talked with us about:Red flags for diabetic patients to watch out forThe importance of good gear like socks and shoesProper foot care practicesLots of tips and tricksan...

Send us a Text Message.Join us for the latest episode of the Cass Health Podcast with our Dermatology Provider, Lace Sindt, ARNP. November is Healthy Skin Month, and as winter approaches, we talked with Lace about topics like:What areas of the body are affected the most by dry skin Moisturizers and when to apply them Red flags of a condition more serious that just dry skin What soaps to use (and what ones to avoid) The importance of sunscreen during the winter months

Send us a Text Message.Cass Health's Clinical Dietitian Beth Olsen joins us to talk about how to approach the holidays in a healthy way. Our topics included:How to manage holiday stressEnjoying the foods you don't typically getDinner plate sizesEating intuitivelyHoliday beveragesGetting active after the mealBeth's favorite holiday dish