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Monitor vital biomarkers from home | Michael Dubrovsky

Live Long and Master Aging - July 19, 2024 00:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 86 ratings
DIY blood testing is growing in popularity. At-home testing kits make it easy to collect our own samples and receive lab results online.  But could we be over-testing – just because we can?    Michael Dubrovsky is the co-founder of SiPhox Health, a home blood testing system that claims its res...

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Extreme Heat and its Impact on Mental health

Sound Living - July 15, 2024 05:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 rating
The American Psychological Association has done quite a bit of research on what extreme heat does to us and how we respond to extreme heat. Elaine Johannes, the Kansas Health Foundation’s Distinguished Professor of Community Health at Kansas State University, says the findings show that extreme ...

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Episode 68: The Heat and Your Health

Informed Aging - July 15, 2024 04:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
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We'll Be Back Soon!

Navigating the World with Your Aging Loved One - July 14, 2024 19:52 - 1 minute ★★★★★ - 36 ratings
We will be taking our annual summer break, and as we temporarily say goodbye, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to all of you who listen and support our podcast. We couldn't do this without you! We continue making an impact and fulfilling our mission of supporting older adults, fam...

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Is Your Home Well?

Real Life Renos : The Podcast - July 11, 2024 17:39 - 35 minutes
Does your home contribute to your health or to your allergies, illness or discomfort? In this episode, Linda Kafka, a Well Accredited Professional, introduces us to the Well Building Standard and helps us understand how to make choices supporting wellness.

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Palliative Care in Liver Disease: A Podcast with Kirsten Engel, Sarah Gillespie-Heyman, Brittany Waterman, & Amy Johnson

GeriPal - A Geriatrics and Palliative Care Podcast - July 11, 2024 06:45 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 256 ratings
In May we did a podcast on KidneyPal (the integration of palliative care in renal disease), which made us think, hmmm… one organ right next door is the liver. Maybe we should do a podcast on LiverPal? (or should we call it HepatoPal?) On today’s podcast, we do that by inviting four palliativ...

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Aging-Related Research w/ Holly Garriock, PhD, All of Us Research Program 7/9/24

Aging Matters - July 09, 2024 19:00 - 57 minutes
Conversation w/ Holly Garriock, PhD, Chief Cohort Development Officer, All of Us Research Program, National Institutes of Health, about issues limiting conduct of aging-related research studies, efforts to change that practice, and information older adults should know before participating in agi...

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Ways to Eat Healthy This Summer

Sound Living - July 08, 2024 05:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 rating
An abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables make summer the perfect time to add something we rarely get enough of in our daily diet. We can also fight the summer heat by using alternative ways to prepare meals that reduce the heat in the kitchen. And, we can combat the boredom that’s setting in ...

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Cellular Wellness w/ Bill Rawls, MD, Author, The Cellular Wellness Solution 7/2/24

Aging Matters - July 02, 2024 19:00 - 58 minutes
Conversation w/ Bill Rawls, MD, Integrative Health Practitioner, and Author, The Cellular Wellness Solution, about how stress on body cells increases chronic illness risk and hastens aging, and how herbal therapy and a healthy lifestyle can aid healing and improve wellness.

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Fun Summer Activities for Kids

Sound Living - July 01, 2024 05:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 rating
When summer boredom starts to set in and kids are getting restless, it’s time to find something new for them to do – but what? K-State Research and Extension has some ideas. In a series of publications called, Suddenly in Charge, Extension family and consumer science agents created a resource th...

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Episode 67: Before You Buy that Supplement...

Informed Aging - July 01, 2024 04:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Another great conversation with Patricia Cantillo-Kodzis, APRN, Sub-Investigator / Nurse Practitioner for ClinCloud Research! Mayo Clinic Guide to Supplements The FTC vs. Manufacturer of Prevagen USP Verified Support the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center www.ADRCcares.org/donate

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Anxiety in Late Life and Serious Illness: A Podcast with Alex Gamble and Brianna Williamson

GeriPal - A Geriatrics and Palliative Care Podcast - June 27, 2024 06:45 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 256 ratings
“Anxiety is a lot like a toddler. It never stops talking, tells you you’re wrong about everything, and wakes you up at 3 a.m.”  I’m not sure who wrote this quote, but it feels right to me. We’ve all had anxiety, and probably all recognize that anxiety can be a force of action or growth but can a...

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Everyday Awakening: Healing & Resilience with Catherine Duncan with Catherine Duncan, MA, BCC, Board-Certified Chaplain, Integrative Spiritual Consultant & Author of "Everyday Awakening"

Navigating the World with Your Aging Loved One - June 26, 2024 14:12 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 36 ratings
In a world where we often feel disconnected and overwhelmed, the quest for deeper meaning and spiritual awakening becomes ever more urgent. Today, my guest is Catherine Duncan, a board-certified chaplain, certified spiritual director, an expert in positive neuroplasticity, and a leading integr...

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Travel Tips w/ Emily Nabors, Senior Program Specialist, National Council on Aging 6/25/24

Aging Matters - June 25, 2024 19:00 - 58 minutes
Conversation w/ Emily Nabors, Senior Program Specialist, Center for Healthy Aging, National Council on Aging, about issues older travelers should handle when planning a domestic or international trip, and tips to remember during the journey to ensure a safe, fun and memorable experience.

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Personal Epiphanies

Real Life Renos : The Podcast - June 25, 2024 17:44 - 54 minutes
Before you pick up a hammer or call a contractor, decisions must be made. In this podcast, we talk with Aging in Place expert, Linda Kafka, about the thinking and conversations we all need to have.

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The Best Exercises To Do After Long Periods Of Sitting

Senior Fitness With Meredith - June 25, 2024 13:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★ - 19 ratings
It’s travel season and that means long car rides and/or plane rides for many people. Sitting for long periods of time can be taxing on the body not just physically but mentally and emotionally. Sitting in a small seat on a plane for hours on end or riding in a long car ride can create stress on ...

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What it means to be hyper well | Steve Welch

Live Long and Master Aging - June 24, 2024 19:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 86 ratings
Retail wellness companies are becoming a more familiar sight on the high street, whether it’s for an infrared sauna, red light therapy, hyperbaric oxygen, cryotherapy or intravenous drip, there’s a lot of choice. It feels good at the time. You might leave with a healthy glow, but how many of the...

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Gladden Hearts - MWM#266

Senior Fitness With Meredith - June 24, 2024 13:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★ - 19 ratings
“Life is short, and we have never too much time for gladdening the hearts of those who are traveling the dark journey with us.” – Henry David Thoreau This quote reminds us to  give love and care to all of those around us, in this short and crazy life we live together! Meredith See omnystudi...

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The Keys to Estate Planning

Sound Living - June 24, 2024 05:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 rating
Estate planning is defined as the process of arranging your affairs to meet your objectives regarding the use, conservation, and disposal of your property. However, a K-State Research and Extension family resource management and wellness agent says it’s also a gift that you can give your family....

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When Mom Doesn't Realize How Hard It is On Me!

Caregivers Finding A Foothold - June 21, 2024 21:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 rating
In this episode I address a common yet challenging scenario where a caregiver struggles to manage their own life while caring for an appreciative but unaware parent.  Join us as we explore: The signs of caregiver burnout and why recognizing them early is crucial. Strategies for having honest c...

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Urinary Incontinence Revisited: George Kuchel & Alison Huang

GeriPal - A Geriatrics and Palliative Care Podcast - June 20, 2024 06:45 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 256 ratings
I have to start with the song.  On our last podcast about urinary incontinence the song request was, “Let it go.”  This time around several suggestions were raised.  Eric suggested, “Even Flow,” by Pearl Jam.  Someone else suggested, “Under Pressure,” but we’ve done it already.  We settled on, ...

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Awe and Wonder: Navigating Life's Later Years with Lauren Henkin, Founder and CEO of The Humane Space

Navigating the World with Your Aging Loved One - June 19, 2024 09:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 36 ratings
How do the spaces we inhabit and the art we encounter shape our emotions and thoughts, especially as we age? Today, we look at a world where architecture meets art and lifelong learning, a space where curiosity fuels our every day, no matter our age or stage in life. We're joined by Lauren Hen...

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Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program w/ Camden Doran and Amity Overall- Laib 6/18/24

Aging Matters - June 18, 2024 19:00 - 58 minutes
Conversation w/ Camden Doran, Supervisor, Northern Virginia LTC Ombudsman Program, and Amity Overall-Laib, Director, National  Ombudsman Resource Center, about the ombudsman program, how it addresses LTC facility resident complaints, and advice for families seeking a LTC facility for a loved one.

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5 Best Tips On Staying Hydrated and Healthy

Senior Fitness With Meredith - June 18, 2024 13:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★ - 19 ratings
Hydration levels are an important aspect to living a healthy lifestyle, yet we often overlook them during our busy day which can lead to issues with dehydration and sickness. Making sure you take in appropriate amounts of water and fluids especially during the hotter months of the year can make ...

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Global Innovations in Aging: SilverEco Ageing Well International Festival with Jérôme Pigniez, Founder and President of On-Medio and SilverEco.org

Navigating the World with Your Aging Loved One - June 17, 2024 15:06 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 36 ratings
What does it take to create a global movement that champions the well-being of our aging population? Joining us today is Jérôme Pigniez, founder and president of On-Medio and SilverEco.org, the premier portal for the Silver Economy sector. With decades of experience in demographic transition and...

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Simple Life - MWM#265

Senior Fitness With Meredith - June 17, 2024 13:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★ - 19 ratings
“Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated.” – Confucius This quote reminds us of the importance in remembering that life is about living, loving, and staying positive…we need to try to keep it simple! Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Improving Access to Maternal Care

Sound Living - June 17, 2024 05:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 rating
According to a 2023 annual report by the March of Dimes, Kansas received a low grade in care before, during and after birth. The report found that 45.7% of Kansas counties are defined as maternity care deserts – indicating a lack of obstetric providers, and lack of hospitals and birth centers wi...

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Episode 66: Music and the Brain with Dr. Sugaya

Informed Aging - June 15, 2024 04:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Dr. Kim Sugaya grew up in Yokohama, Japan. He studied pharmacology at the Science University of Tokyo, earning a B.S., an M.S. and a Ph.D. His postdoc work was at the University of Illinois. His work history includes the Mayo Clinic at Jacksonville and the Department of Psychiatry in the School ...

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Cachexia and Anorexia in Serious Illness: A Podcast with Eduardo Bruera

GeriPal - A Geriatrics and Palliative Care Podcast - June 13, 2024 06:45 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 256 ratings
I always find cachexia in serious illness puzzling. I feel like I recognize it when I see it, but I struggle to give a clear definition or provide effective ways to address it. In today's podcast, we had the opportunity to learn from a renowned expert in palliative care, Eduardo Bruera, about ...

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The case against full body scans | Dr. Mirza Rahman

Live Long and Master Aging - June 12, 2024 20:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 86 ratings
Much of the buzz around full body MRI scans has resulted from attention given to them by influencers and celebrities who have posted about their experiences. At a cost of up to $2,500 the scans are touted as a way to catch medical problems, such as cancer, at a stage when they can be treated. Bu...