Better Health Podcast At Tidelands Health, we help people live better lives through better health. Through our Better Health Podcast, find useful information from our team of skilled physicians and experts on a variety of health topics, conditions, cutting-edge treatments and more. Explore our library of podcasts below and subscribe to our podcasts on your preferred player to always be on top of the latest episodes. Better health begins here.
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In this episode, Dr. Lauren Cooley discusses benign prostatic hyperplasia, a common condition affecting older men. Dr. Cooley shares what causes the condition, its symptoms and possible treatment options.By Tidelands Health
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Dr. Andrea Richmond-Mart discusses fertility and shares helpful tips to consider doing if you are trying to conceive.By Tidelands Health
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Hope Brinkmann discusses a few examples of superfoods and what's so super about them, plus if they are actually necessary as part of a robust diet.By Tidelands Health
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Dr. Amy Reed discusses what Peripheral Artery Disease is, its symptoms and typical treatments. She also shares how you can help prevent the disease.By Tidelands Health
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Sonya Harden discusses the increased risk of heat-related illnesses for pregnant women and offers tips to stay cool and safe during hotter months.By Tidelands Health
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If diet, exercise and other conservative measures haven’t helped you control your weight long term, bariatric surgery may be an option for you. Learn about the types of bariatric surgery and if it might be right for you through this Better Health Podcast featuring board-certified bariatric surgeon Dr. Sara Shields Tarwater.…
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Dr. Lucretia Carter discusses the impact screens have on children, how to establish healthy habits and set boundaries on how much screen time is allowed.By Tidelands Health
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Dr. Jill Aiken shares several health and wellness tips for parents to help their kids make the best of the new school year.By Tidelands Health
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It’s a neurological condition often overshadowed by the more prevalent Alzheimer’s disease or Parkinson’s disease. But local neurologists are seeing an increase in cases of normal pressure hydrocephalus, or NPH. Learn about the symptoms of NPH and the treatment options from Dr. Seun Omofoye, a neurosurgeon at Tidelands Health Neurosciences.…
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Now, it’s easier than ever to take a more active role in managing your health and wellness. With the new My Tidelands Health app, featuring MyChart, better health is in your hands. With the free My Tidelands Health app, you can find a physician, schedule an appointment, access your medical records, refill a prescription, get directions and so much …
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In this episode, Dr. Monica Selander (OBGYN at Tidelands Health Women's Center) delves into the extraordinary advantages offered by cutting-edge robotic-assisted procedures in the realm of women's health.By Tidelands Health
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Dr. Omofoye talks about brain tumors. Dr. Omofoye explains what you need to know about it, its symptoms, and its treatments.By Tidelands Health
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Dr. Alex Suda with Tidelands Health provides tips to help you stay cool and explains symptoms to watch for that are signs you may be developing dangerous heat-related illnesses.By Tidelands Health
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Dr. Jack Johnston, a surgeon at Tidelands Health, answers your common questions about robotics-assisted surgery, including how it works and the benefits it provides for patients.By Tidelands Health
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Hear from Dr. Victor Diaz with Tidelands Health about this new sonic pressure wave technology and how it’s already showing tremendous results in patients with certain types of coronary artery disease.By Tidelands Health
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Cooled radiofrequency treatment is an alternative to other remedies such as surgery or opioid-based medications for treatment of chronic knee pain.By Tidelands Health
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These are often problems some are shy about discussing, but today we're talking all about them so you can listen and learn. Dr. Annaceci Peacher shares useful information about women's health and urogynecology conditions - from signs and symptoms to treatments.By Tidelands Health
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Tidelands Health has launched a comprehensive, coordinated care and treatment program for those who have survived COVID-19 but continue to have a range of medical issues for weeks and even months after their initial infection. The Tidelands Health Post-COVID19 Recovery Program is open to anyone whose symptoms – joint pain, fatigue, chronic cough, a…
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Pediatricians are noticing many children gained significant weight during the pandemic, likely as a result of disrupted routines. Dr. Carter offers insight into this trend and advice for parents.By Tidelands Health
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Dr. William Epperson shares his insight on flu shots.By Tidelands Health
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Pam Digiovanna discusses the technique of dry needling for pain relief.By Tidelands Health
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Gayle Resetar discusses the 'Safe in Our Care' initiative by Tidelands Health.By Tidelands Health
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Dr. William Epperson discusses why not to delay seeking needed medical care.By Tidelands Health
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Physical pain may benefit from the McKenzie Method physical therapy. Vincent DiGiovanna, physical therapist at Tidelands Health Rehabilitation Services, discusses this treatment method.By Tidelands Health
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Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is commonly seen in the winter. Dr, Lucretia Carter, pediatrician at Tidelands Health, discusses RSV.By Tidelands Health
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'A Walk in the Garden' is a prescription walking program for patients. Dr. James Turek discusses this initiative. To learn more about A Walk in the Garden click here: https://www.tidelandshealth.org/a-walk-in-the-garden/By Tidelands Health
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Tidelands Health Medical Park at The Market Common provides greater opportunity to service the community. Gayle Resetar, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, discusses this new facility and the care it will provide to the growing population in this area.By Tidelands Health
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Abnormal uterine bleeding is one of the most common conditions prompting women to visit the gynecologist. Dr. Monica Selander, obstetrician and gynecologist, discusses normal bleeding and when to visit your doctor.By Tidelands Health
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Skin cancer is of particular concern for folks who enjoy coastal living and spending time engaged in outdoor activities. Dr. William Jackson Epperson details how to prevent and detect skin cancer.By Tidelands Health
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Suicide has been in the news lately. Learn the warning signs and what to do if you think someone may be at risk. Heather Partridge, a behavioral health consultant, shares what to watch for and how to help.By Tidelands Health
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Every woman will experience menopause at some point in their life. Unfortunately, menopause can come with unpleasant and uncomfortable symptoms of vaginal dryness. This is due to the decreased levels of estrogen and can also cause itchiness, irritation and pain during sex. Gayle Richmond, MD, discusses vaginal dryness due to menopause, and treatmen…
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Do you know what it means to eat healthy? Jamie Kandora, Tidelands Health clinical nutrition manager discusses the importance of a balanced diet, and how easy it is to eat healthy and enjoy the foods you eat!By Tidelands Health
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Screening Colonoscopy: A Simple, Potentially Life Saving Test
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11:00Diagnosing colon cancer early increases the likelihood of a good outcome. To examine, diagnose and treat a problem in your colon – or large intestine – your physician at Tidelands Health may use a colonoscopy. Dr. Christopher Bach, Tidelands Health gastroenterologist, joins the show to discuss the importance of a screening colonoscopy to prevent ca…
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Maintaining Pelvic Health with Physical Therapy
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11:00At Tidelands Health, you'll find support and care for women at every stage of life – from adolescence to menopause and beyond. As your needs evolve, our physical therapists are there to help you with issues you might not even think of. Pelvic issue in women are common as they age. Physical therapy can help to strengthen the pelvic floor and help co…
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What You Need to Know About Using Supplements: Explained by Our Pharmacist
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11:00The practice of using herbal supplements dates back thousands of years. Today, there is a renewal in the use of herbal supplements among American consumers. However, herbal supplements are not for everyone. Herbal supplements are considered by the FDA to be foods, not drugs, and therefore are not subject to the same testing, manufacturing, and labe…
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You may not realize how much your hands do until you have trouble using them. Hand pain can limit many daily activities and affect your quality of life. If you work at a computer or other similar field, hand issues might even affect your work. In this segment, Dr. Jesse T. Lewis discusses how, if hand pain interferes with your daily life, it might …
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If you are living with chronic pain, you might want to consider dry needling therapy. Dry needling is a physical therapy intervention used to target muscle banding or knots, and to treat many types of pain. Listen as Kristin Dorio, PT discusses how dry needling works, and how it can possibly alleviate pain in many areas and restore your function fo…
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After an injury, illness or surgery to your neck or back, a rehabilitation program helps restore you to the best possible function. At Tidelands Health, you’ll find our region’s widest range of rehabilitation services and gain access to many health care experts in more than a dozen locations. We’re united in helping you get back to your work, home …
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Important Tips for Balance and Falls Prevention
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11:00According to the National Council on Aging, one in four older Americans falls every year. Falls are the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries for people aged 65+. Balance disorders can strike at any age, but are most common as you get older. In this segment, Sandra Fox a Tidelands Health physical therapist, joins the show to discuss bal…
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According to the American Lung Association, Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema, is a chronic lung disease that makes it hard to breathe. The disease is increasingly common, affecting millions of Americans, and is the third leading cause of death in the U.S. The good news is COPD is often pr…
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According to the Center for Connected Health Policy, Telehealth is a collection of means or methods for enhancing health care, public health, and health education delivery and support using telecommnications technologies. Virtual visits via phone, video, computer/web, mobile app, or text with health care providers have grown in popularity of the ye…
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Medications can relieve symptoms of your condition and improve your quality of life. At Tidelands Health, you’ll benefit from pharmacists who help you get the right dose of the correct medication at the proper time. When you're prescribed medication it's important to follow instructions carefully. If medications are taken improperly, it can cause s…
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Outpatient rehabilitation can help patients recover from injury or illness. Tidelands NextStep Rehabilitation Services offers physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy customized to each patient's individual needs. Speech therapy can help you or a loved one recover from illness or injury. In this segment, Luann Mezzatesta, Tidelands…
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There are few things more precious than good health. At every stage of life, better health begins here. Vaccine-preventable diseases can cause significant illness, hospitalization, pain, disability, and death in the United States, particularly when it comes to older adults. Listen as Grady Adkins, MD explains the importance of getting your adult im…
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Getting Rehabilitation Patients Back On The Road Safely
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11:00Being independent and able to drive is an important part of your well being, but after a illness or injury you might find it difficult to get back behind the wheel. Driver rehab specialist Ian McClure talks today about Tidelands NextStep program and the goal of getting patients back on the road safely.…
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What Physical Therapy Can Do For Back Pain
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11:00If your back or neck aches, you're not alone. Spinal pain distracts millions of Americans from the joys of everyday life. Turn to Tidelands Health for relief, so you can focus on your family, work and hobbies again. Listen in as Nick McClary, physical therapist and clinical services manager at Tidelands HealthPoint Center for Health and Fitness, ex…
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When is it Time to Consider Hip or Knee Surgery
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11:00According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, almost 1 million joint replacements are done each year in the United States. When is it time to consider a joint replacement? Do you have to wait until the pain is unbearable? As you age, joints begin to wear out and cause pain. If physical therapy, medications and other conservative measur…
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A hand injury can dramatically impact quality of life. Even routine tasks such as brushing your teeth or writing a note can become difficult, if not impossible. Tidelands NextStep Hand Therapy Center is staffed by certified hand therapists who can help patients who have suffered a hand injury or illness regain functionality and learn adaptive skill…
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Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. Dr. James Principe is here to explain that at Tidelands Health you can be assured of great in hospital care from their many qualifi…
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Do you stumble in the morning from pain in your foot? Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It involves pain and inflammation of a thick band of tissue, called the plantar fascia, that runs across the bottom of your foot and connects your heel bone to your toes. It can be incredibly painful and affect the quality of your …
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