The One In Five

In today’s healthcare landscape there seem to be many different types of medical providers or those who provide medical care for patients. We have MD’s and DO’s and we have NP’s and PA’s. In this two part series we will look at the differences between doctors and what we call mid-level providers. In part one we talk about Medical Doctors and Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine.  What is an MD? What is...

Ever wonder what drives a person to become a medical provider? Ever wonder what would lead that person to practice medicine in rural Montana? Dr. Orin Hansen tells us an encouraging story about how he became a medical provider. He describes his upbringing in frontier Montana to college and medical school and back with a mission to lead his patients into wellness.      

How important is it to protect your skin from UV rays? What kind of damage can UV rays do to your skin? Cancer? Age spots? Most skin cancers are caused by too much exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light. UV rays are an invisible kind of radiation that comes from the sun, tanning beds, and sunlamps. UV rays can damage skin cells. Protection from UV rays is important all year, not just during the summer...

Heart attacks/heart disease affects so many people. Do you know some of the risk factors? Cholesterol Blood pressure Waist circumference Family history Smoking While some of these are out of our control there are some that we can. Listen in as Adam, Dr. Mark and Kent talk about what affects the health of our heart and what we can do to make it more healthy. According to the CDC: Heart disease is t...

We have all felt stressed at one time or another. Whether it was in anticipation of a test in school or the news that we would become parents for the first time and would be entrusted with a beautiful, young life. Relationships, money, moving, marriage, can all be sources of stress in our lives. Though not all stress comes from negative circumstances, if not addressed, it can have negative effects...

We have all felt stressed at one time or another. Whether it was in anticipation of a test in school that was a big portion of our grade or the news that we would become parents for the first time and would be entrusted with a beautiful, young life. Relationships, money, moving, marriage, can all be sources of stress in our lives. Though not all stress comes from negative circumstances, if not add...

Did you know just like any food or drink that goes into our mouth, substance use affects our oral health as well? "Oral health problems are among the most prevalent health problems associated with drug addiction. Drug use has both direct and indirect consequences for oral health and can exacerbate oral problems indirectly through its adverse effects on the users’ behavior and life style." (NIH) Li...

Ginnie McDonald is a diabetic lifestyle coach who teaches Living Your Best Life with Diabetes classes.  She gives us an overview of the seven week LYBL course and then digs down into the healthy eating and physical activity portions of the class. Listen in for some great tips on: How much carbs/sugars you should have a day Things to eat that don't affect your blood sugar Where you want your A1c to...

Overcoming addiction to alcohol and illicit drugs can seem impossible but there is hope! Have you heard of Peer Support? Simply put Peer Supporters are people who have been successful in the recovery process who help others experiencing similar situations. Listen in as Adam talks to Roanna Gets Down Often, Peer Support Specialist and Pam Ponich, LCPC about what peer support is, how it functions an...

Have you ever encountered someone really struggling with depression and suicidal thoughts and not known how to respond?  Suicide is the tenth leading cause of death in the U.S. In 2019 alone 47,511 people died by suicide with an estimated 1.38 million attempts. In 2019 the suicide rate in Montana was twice the national average. Adam and Dr. Mark discuss ways we can make an impact in our spheres of...

Do you know someone who begins to feel down at the end of summer? Do you know someone who struggles to get out bed during winter? Who maybe doesn't have as much energy as they did when the days were longer? Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) affects up to 5% of the U.S. population for an average of almost five months each year, which means it’s considered a major mental health disorder that affects...

It has always been difficult for small independent Health Centers to serve their communities, especially in rural America. Provider shortages, minimal staffing, and lack of infrastructure are just a couple of factors that can make an already struggling Community Health Center feel like there is no forward momentum.  Listen in as we find out what happens when five of these independent Health Center...

What drives a group of people in a rural community to want to start a CHC? What would cause a community to undertake such an enormous effort? Providing health care in rural America has a number of challenges that can at times seem overwhelming. Listen in as Dr. David Mark tells the story of how Bighorn Valley Health Center was birthed to meet the holistic health care needs of their community.

What are Community Health Centers and what role do they play in healthcare delivery? How did the CHC movement begin? In this episode we trace the origins of the Federally Qualified Health Center with Kent Doughty and Dr. David Mark. Community Health Centers are uniquely equipped to address the individual and the community as a whole so take a listen and let us know what you think!

How do you calculate your BMI? Is it important to know if I'm underweight, overweight, or obese? Are you active and fit yet still registering high? Are you 6'5 and 300 pounds but play offensive line? When thinking about body mass index it is important to think about just the number that pops out of that BMI calculator. Take a listen as Dr. Mark explains some factors to take into consideration and...

Are you having trouble with forgetfulness? Are you struggling with daily tasks you've done a thousand times? Have you been increasingly confused or disoriented? Is someone close to you experiencing these things? These could be signs of dementia.  Did you know there are different types of dementia? Dr. Mark explains what to do if you see these signs in a loved one, breaks down the different types o...

Do you have high blood pressure? Do you know someone who does? Did you know there are certain lifestyle changes you can make to help lower blood pressure? Listen to Dr. Mark and Adam talk about the importance of keeping your blood pressure in a normal range.

Are you wondering if you need include more physical activity in your day? What's the difference between physical activity and vigorous exercise? A recent study found that sitting is the new smoking. To much sitting can have adverse effects on your overall health. Conversely, getting up and moving around throughout the day and getting a certain amount aerobic exercise can improve your overall healt...

Should you have your cholesterol checked? Did you know cholesterol in certain amounts can be unhealthy and increase your risk of cardiovascular disease? Did you know there is such a thing as good cholesterol? Dr. Mark answers these questions and more in this episode of The One in Five!  Every one can benefit from having their lipids checked so please call your provider and make an appointment!

Have you wondered how often you should see your primary care provider? Is it every year or every 3 years or even longer? Dr. Mark answers these questions as well as explaining some of the general components of the annual visit, what screenings are done, and who should get a checkup!

Is the COVID vaccine safe? How did it get it out so quick? Does it give lasting immunity? Does it cause infertility? We're sure you've heard these questions so we had Dr. David Mark in the studio to answer these questions and more.

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