Memorialcare - Weekly Dose Of Wellness!

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Sinopsis

Weekly Dose of Wellness! - MemorialCare Health System is a not-for-profit integrated delivery system that includes six top hospitals Long Beach Memorial, Miller Children's Hospital Long Beach, Community Hospital Long Beach, Orange Coast Memorial, and Saddleback Memorial Laguna Hills and San Clemente; Medical groups MemorialCare Medical Group and Memorial Prompt Care; an Independent Practice Association (IPA) Greater Newport Physicians; MemorialCare HealthExpress retail clinics; and numerous outpatient health centers throughout the Southland.

Episodios

  • Back Pain – What Are Your Options

    15/10/2015

    A back muscle strain or ligament strain is one of the most common causes of acute lower back pain. Lifting a heavy object, twisting, or a sudden movement can cause muscles or ligaments stretch or develop microscopic tears.While lower back pain is extremely common, the symptoms and severity of lower back pain vary greatly.Dr. Azadeh Farin is here today to discuss back pain, the main causes of back pain, when you should see a doctor and the most common types of surgeries performed for back pain.

  • Understanding the Relationship Between Prediabetes & Type 2 Diabetes

    10/09/2015

    In 2012, 86 million Americans over the age of 20 had prediabetes. Before people develop Type 2 diabetes, they almost always have "prediabetes" — blood glucose levels that are higher than normal but not yet high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes. People with prediabetes often have no symptoms. Through early diagnosis and prevention, many people with prediabetes can delay or even prevent the onset of Type 2 diabetes.Linda Kerr, RN, MSN, NP, CDE, director, Diabetes Program, Long Beach Memorial is here to discuss prediabetes and Type 2 diabetes.

  • Hormonal Therapy for Breast Cancer

    10/09/2015

    Hormone-sensitive breast cancer is the most common type of breast cancer. A hormone receptor test can be performed to help determine if cancer cells are sensitive to hormones, and if hormones in the body are helping cancer cells to grow. It can also be used to treat glands by blocking them from producing hormones—this may include removing a hormone-producing gland. The type of treatment used is based on many individual factors such as the size of the tumor and the patient’s age.Oncologist Dr. Merry Tetef discusses the causes, symptoms and treatments for hormone-sensitive breast cancers, including hormone blocking medication.

  • Gynecologic Cancers & the Pap Smear “Myth”

    10/09/2015

    It is estimated that there will be more than 91,000 new cases of gynecologic cancer diagnosed in the U.S. this year alone - resulting in a predicted 28,000 deaths. Some gynecologic cancers are called “silent killers” because women are often unaware of the signs and symptoms and they assume that all gynecologic cancers are screened through a Pap smear.Gynecologic cancer is an uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells that originate from the reproductive organs. There are several types of gynecologic cancers which include cervical, gestational trophoblastic disease (GTD), primary peritoneal, ovarian, uterine/endometrial, vaginal and vulvar cancers.Kristine Penner, M.D., gynecologic oncologist, MemorialCare Todd Cancer Institute, Long Beach Memorial, is here to discuss gynecologic cancer, the latest diagnoses and treatments.

  • August is National Immunization Awareness Month

    20/08/2015

    August is National Immunization Awareness Month. The Pediatricians and Family Medicine physicians of MemorialCare Medical Group endorse the immunization recommendations of the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the American Academy of Family Physicians. Every child who can be immunized should receive the full complement of vaccinations on the recommended schedule.There are 14 dangerous diseases, some potentially deadly, that can be prevented by immunizing our children. Mountains of reliable, independent studies show that vaccines are safe and do not lead to behavioral, mental or physical anomalies.Dr. Linh Nguyen is here to discuss National Immunization Awareness Month.

  • Are Your Breasts Dense? Maintaining Breast Health with Leading-Edge Tomosynthesis Mammography

    16/07/2015

    According to recent studies, mammographic breast density is an independent risk factor for breast cancer.  Dr. Richard Reitherman, MD, explains the difference between low and high density breast tissue, how it is measured, how you can find out if you have dense breasts, actionable steps a woman can take, and how leading-edge imaging technology, such as Tomosynthesis can help better detect cancer in women with dense breasts.

  • New Robotic Surgery for Hips & Knees

    16/07/2015

    The MemorialCare Joint Replacement Center at Long Beach Memorial now offers new MAKOplasty® robotic-assisted surgery technology bringing a new level of precision to our patients with knee and hip pain. The surgeon-controlled robotic arm enables accurate alignment and placement of knee and hip implants to restore mobility and an active lifestyle.John Tiberi, M.D, an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in MAKOplasty® robotic-assisted surgery, MemorialCare Joint Replacement Center, Long Beach Memorial, is here to discuss MemorialCare's new MAKOplasty® robotic-assisted surgery.

  • Treating Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) with Cryoablation

    13/07/2015

    Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) is the most common type of arrhythmia, or heart rhythm disorder. Incidence increases with age, affecting 1 in 10 people, and can lead to stroke or other cardiac complications if not treated. Dr. Paul Drury discusses the causes, symptoms and risks of AFib, as well as treatment options including Cryoablation.

  • What is Prematurity?

    18/06/2015

    With the advancement of medicine and prenatal care, prematurity is declining in the United States. In 2006, the pre-term birth rate was 12.8 percent, and in 2013 it dropped to 11.4. Even with these advancements, 1 in 9 babies are born prematurely in the U.S. each year.Tony Soliman, M.D is here to discuss prenatal care and prematurity, the risk factors and possible prevention.

  • Signs and Symptoms of Menopause

    18/06/2015

    Some women go through menopause without any complications or unpleasant symptoms.But many women can experience unpleasant symptoms that can be debilitating during pre-menopause that can persist for years. OB/GYN, Caroline Conner, MD, discusses what to look out for when approaching menopause, what is completely normal to experience and when it may be time to find long-term relief.

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