Latest Healthquestions Podcast Episodes
Preventing Knee Injuries from Sports with Dr. Tianyi Wang
San Diego Health - December 21, 2022 16:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsKnee injuries are exceedingly common—even in younger people who stay active. This includes ligament sprains, meniscus tears, and patellofemoral instability. Injuries can happen both through trauma or wear and tear over time. Though an injury can sideline a young, active person, physicians and o...
The Best Way to Lose Your Belly Fat with Dr. Samantha Harris
San Diego Health - December 16, 2022 22:01 - 6 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsFor many people, getting rid of belly fat can be harder than it seems. Those last few pounds tend to hang around despite a healthy diet and exercise. Those with stubborn belly fat do have options though. Physicians can guide patients to beat belly fat for good via lifestyle changes, medication, ...
How to Treat HIV and AIDS with Dr. Brian Kim
San Diego Health - December 01, 2022 16:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 1.1 million people in the US are living with HIV and about 36,000 more are diagnosed every year. HIV is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system. If not treated, it can lead to AIDS, which puts the body at higher risk fo...
Diabetes and Depression with Dr. Karla Espinosa De Los Monteros
San Diego Health - November 22, 2022 21:15 - 9 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsManaging diabetes isn’t easy. For many of the 37.3 million Americans living with the condition, that means following a restrictive diet, exercising regularly, monitoring blood sugar, and taking medication. Some also face mental health challenges related to diabetes. In this episode of San Diego ...
Tripledemic: What Is It and How to Stay Healthy? with Dr. Siu Ming Geary
San Diego Health - November 16, 2022 19:26 - 8 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsLocal health officials have issued a warning that three viruses will likely impact San Diego County this winter. They’re calling the impending influx of influenza, COVID, and respiratory syncytial virus(RSV) a “tripledemic” and are asking residents to protect themselves and their families with v...
Signs and Symptoms of Epilepsy with Dr. Michelle Van Noord
San Diego Health - November 11, 2022 21:19 - 11 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsEpilepsy is a neurological condition marked by recurring seizures. Aside from bouts of uncontrollable jerking movements, its symptoms can include temporary confusion, inability to respond to sound or visual stimuli, and unusual emotional or physical sensations. In this episode of San Diego Healt...
How to Treat and Prevent a UTI with Dr. Varuna Raizada
San Diego Health - November 01, 2022 15:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this episode of San Diego Health, host Susan Taylor and guest, Scripps Clinic urogynecologist Varuna Raizada, MD, discuss what causes UTIs, whose most at risk, and treatment options. Dr. Raizada also outlines what steps women can take to prevent UTIs.
Millennial Health Issues with Dr. Saima Lodhi
San Diego Health - October 18, 2022 15:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsA recent study found that 44% of people born between 1981 and 1996 –known as the millennial generation –have a chronic health condition. Unlike acute health problems, which are short-term, chronic health conditions and symptoms last for more than several months and need to be managed over time. ...
Pregnancy Over 35 with Dr. Erica Berggren
San Diego Health - October 04, 2022 15:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsPregnancy among women age 35 or older has been on the rise in recent years. While moms giving birth in their late 30s and 40s are becoming more common, they still face increased risks. In this video, San Diego Health host Susan Taylor talks about pregnancy after 35 with Scripps obstetrician and ...
Recovering From a Rotator Cuff Tear with Dr. Brian Rebolledo
San Diego Health - September 20, 2022 15:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsYou probably don’t give much thought to everything your shoulders do until one of them starts to hurt or you realize you can’t do the things you enjoy because your shoulder is weak or painful. In many cases, shoulder pain is due to a tear in the rotator cuff. In this video, San Diego Health host...
What Is Gerd and How Do You Treat It? with Dr. Franklin Tsai
San Diego Health - September 06, 2022 14:57 - 7 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsGastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) may be known by several names including heartburn, indigestion and acid reflux, but they all refer to unpleasant sensations related to digestive acids in the stomach backing up into the esophagus. GERD is a common condition that affects about 10 to 20% of p...
The Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet with Dr. Jennifer Chronis
San Diego Health - August 23, 2022 15:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsPlant-based options for many types of food seem to be everywhere, from veggie burgers and oat milk to dairy-free cheese and yogurt made from soy or nuts. In this video, San Diego Health host Susan Taylor talks with family medicine physician Jennifer Chronis, MD, about the health benefits of plan...
How to Treat Varicose Veins? with Dr. Jeffrey Weis
San Diego Health - August 09, 2022 15:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsVaricose veins – those swollen, twisted veins that form on the lower legs – may be unsightly and painful, but are they harmful? In this video, San Diego Health host Susan Taylor talks with Scripps vascular surgeon Jeffrey Weiss, MD, about what causes varicose veins and what you can do about them...
Asthma Symptoms and Treatments with Dr. Zhao
San Diego Health - July 26, 2022 15:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsAsthma is a common lung condition that causes shortness of breath, coughing, tightness in your chest and wheezing. Asthma can range from mild to very severe, but medical treatments and lifestyle changes can help keep symptoms under control. In this video, San Diego Health host Susan Taylor talks...
Asthma: Symptoms and Treatments with Dr. Steven Zhao
San Diego Health - July 26, 2022 15:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsAsthma is a common lung condition that causes shortness of breath, coughing, tightness in your chest and wheezing. Asthma can range from mild to very severe, but medical treatments and lifestyle changes can help keep symptoms under control. In this video, San Diego Health host Susan Taylor talks...
Bradycardia: What Does a Slow Heart Rate Mean? with Dr. Poulina Uddin
San Diego Health - July 12, 2022 15:14 - 10 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsIt’s common to hear someone say their heart is “racing” when they’re excited, nervous or recovering from strenuous exercise. But your rarely hear about a heart rate that is slower than normal–a condition called bradycardia. What causes a slow heart rate and is it a reason for concern? In this vi...
Bradycardia: What Does a Slow Heart Rate Mean?
San Diego Health - July 12, 2022 15:14 - 10 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsIt’s common to hear someone say their heart is “racing” when they’re excited, nervous or recovering from strenuous exercise. But your rarely hear about a heart rate that is slower than normal–a condition called bradycardia. What causes a slow heart rate and is it a reason for concern? In this vi...
Arthritis: Types, Causes, Diagnosis and Treatments with Dr. Kavitta Allem
San Diego Health - June 28, 2022 15:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsArthritis can make everyday activities like climbing stairs, holding a coffee cup and even getting out of bed difficult or painful. Joints affected by the disease become swollen and stiff, often limiting mobility and causing pain. In this video, San Diego Health host Susan Taylor talks with Scri...
Tachycardia: What Does A Fast Heart Rate Mean? with Dr. David Cork
San Diego Health - June 10, 2022 22:31 - 10 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsMany things can make your heart beat faster than normal, including anxiety, excitement, fear or exertion. However, if your heart starts beating rapidly for no apparent reason, you may have a type of heart rhythm disorder called tachycardia. In this video, San Diego Health host Susan Taylor talks...
How Is Thyroid Disease Diagnosed and Treated? with Dr. Matthew Levine
San Diego Health - May 31, 2022 11:51 - 9 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsYour thyroid gland produces hormones that affect your metabolism, energy level, body temperature and more. If it produces too much or not enough thyroid hormone — known as an imbalance — you may experience symptoms ranging from barely noticeable to very bothersome. In this video, San Diego Healt...
Prevention and Treatment for Hearing Loss with Dr. Thomas Alexander
San Diego Health - May 17, 2022 15:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, some 40 million adults in the US have some type of hearing loss In this video, San Diego Health host Susan Taylor talks with Scripps neurotologist and ear surgeon with Scripps Clinic Medical Group about causes, treatments and ways you ...
Am I Having a Panic Attack or a Heart Attack? Symptoms and Treatments for Chest Pain with Dr. Christina Adams
San Diego Health - May 03, 2022 15:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsChest pain is often linked to heart attack, but that’s not always the cause. In fact, many factors can cause chest pain, including anxiety, indigestion, illness and injury. It’s important to understand the various symptoms of chest pain and what they might mean. In this video, San Diego Health h...
Eye Health with Dr. Ann Quan
San Diego Health - April 19, 2022 16:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsThe health of your eyes probably isn’t something you give much thought to – until they feel irritated or itchy, or you develop vision problems. In this video, San Diego Health host Susan Taylor talks with Ann Quan, MD, an ophthalmologist with the Scripps Clinic Medical Group who specializes in g...
Treating Women's Health Conditions With Robotic Surgery with Dr. Valerie Gafori and Dr. Anupam Garg
San Diego Health - April 12, 2022 18:44 - 14 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsHost Susan Taylor and OB-GYNs Dr. Valerie Gafori and Dr. Anupam Garg discuss common women's health conditions and how to treat them with robotic surgery. Learn more: www.scripps.org/6643p
Symptoms and Treatments of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome with Dr. Lorenzo Pacelli
San Diego Health - April 06, 2022 15:22 - 9 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsCarpal tunnel syndrome or CTS results from pressure on a nerve that passes through the wrist area on the palm side of the hand. It causes numbness and tingling in the thumb, index, middle finger, and sometimes half of the ring finger. In this video, San Diego Health host Susan Taylor and guest L...
Hormone Issues in Women with Dr. Sarah Dalhoumi
San Diego Health - March 22, 2022 15:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsFrom headaches and irritability to bloating and night sweats, hormones can have a significant effect on women’s health. In addition to the hormone changes related to their monthly menstrual cycle and menopause, women are more likely to have hormonal disorders that cause unwanted symptoms. Susan ...
Scoliosis: Symptoms and Treatment with Dr. Gregory Mundis
San Diego Health - March 08, 2022 16:25 - 7 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsA condition called scoliosis can cause the spine to curve more than it should, sometimes forming a C or S shape. Without treatment, this can lead to back pain and other problems. In this video, San Diego Health host Susan Taylor talks with Greg Mundis, MD, an orthopedic surgeon who specializes i...
Robotic Hysterectomy with Dr. Kim Hui
San Diego Health - February 22, 2022 16:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsConventional hysterectomy surgery requires a large incision across the abdomen and a lengthy recovery period, but minimally invasive surgical techniques have made the procedure and recovery easier, and robotic technology offers even more advancements. San Diego Health host Susan Taylor talks wit...
Heart Failure
San Diego Health - February 05, 2022 17:30 - 9 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsGet health advice and learn about advances in medicine at Scripps Health through the San Diego Health Podcast. Hosted by Susan Taylor, the bi-weekly program features physicians and other health providers who cover a wide range of topics to help you get well and stay healthy. Learn more: scripps.o...
What Is Heart Failure? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment with Dr. Ajay Srivastava
San Diego Health - February 05, 2022 17:30 - 9 minutes ★★★★ - 6 ratingsHeart failure, the life-threatening condition that affects more than 5 million people in the US. Dr. Ajay Srivastava, a cardiologist with Scripps Clinic, discusses how to diagnose heart failure, the different types of heart failure, symptoms and treatment. Learn more: https://www.scripps.org/736...
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