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In this episode we will discuss pre and post natal pelvic floor therapy with Erin Glace.   Erin Glace PT, MSPT, PRPC is a pelvic health specialist with over 20 years of experience treating women with pelvic floor problems.  Pelvic floor damage can occur during pregnancy, during childbirth or post-partum, and may be expressed by symptoms such as urinary incontinence, fecal and gas incontinence, sex...

Migraine can present in a variety of ways. Hemiplegic migraine is a rare form of migraine where people experience weakness on one side of their body (hemiplegia) in addition to the migraine headache attack. The weakness is a form of migraine aura and occurs with other forms of typical migraine aura like changes in vision, speech or sensation. Our guest on today's show is Amber Blackburn.  Amber is...

In this episode we will discuss Myasthenia Gravis, an Autoimmune Disease affecting the neuromuscular system of the body with Meridith O'Connor. Writer, speaker, and community leader, Meridith is a health and wellness advocate.    

In this episode we will discuss Chiari Malformation.  It is most often caused by structural defects in the brain and spinal cord that occur during fetal development.  This can be the result of genetic mutations or a maternal diet that lacked certain vitamins or nutrients.  This is called primary or congenital Chiari malformation.  It can also be caused later in life if spinal fluid is drained exce...

In men, urine flows from the bladder through the urethra. BPH is a benign (noncancerous) enlargement of the prostate that blocks the flow of urine through the urethra. The prostate cells gradually multiply, creating an enlargement that puts pressure on the urethra -- the "chute" through which urine and semen exit the body.   As the urethra narrows, the bladder has to contract more forcefully to pu...

In this episode we discuss the diseases  that continue to take the lives of the 1st Responders of the 9/11 attack.  We are grateful to the Chief Medical Officer for the NYFD, Dr. David Prezant for his time with us during the interview.  Dr. Prezant is the foremost authority on the complications of 9/11 that continue to plague the First Responders of the attack.

In this episode we will discuss Vectors.  Specifically MOSQUITOES! Mosquitoes cause more human suffering than any other organism -- over one million people worldwide die from mosquito-borne diseases every year. Not only can mosquitoes carry diseases that afflict humans, they also transmit several diseases and parasites that dogs and horses are very susceptible to. These include dog heartworm, West...

In this episode we will discuss Congenital Heart Defects with Derek Canas, AKA "D-Rek"  Some infants are born with the Great Arteries, (those attaching directly to the heart) in opposite positions, this is called Transposition.  Transposition of the great arteries changes the way blood circulates through the body, leaving a shortage of oxygen in blood flowing from the heart to the rest of the body...

In this episode we are talking about Timothy Syndrome with our guest Courtney Waller. Timothy syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that affects the heart and several other organs.  Timothy syndrome is also associated with abnormalities of fingers or toes that are fused together through webbed skin between the digits (cutaneous syndactyly), specific facial features, a weakened immune system, develop...

In this episode we will discuss Migraines with Epilepsy, sometimes called Migralepsy with Barby Ingle. Migralepsy is a rare condition in which a  migraine  is followed, within an hour period, by an  epileptic seizure . Because of the similarities in signs, symptoms, and treatments of both conditions, such as the  neurological basis , the  psychological issues , and the  autonomic distress  that is...

In this episode we will discuss Complex Regional Pain.  Our Guest, Barby Ingle returns from a previous episode on Endometriosis.  ​ Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic (lasting greater than six months) pain condition that most often affects one limb (arm, leg, hand, or foot) usually after an injury.  CRPS is believed to be caused by damage to, or malfunction of, the peripheral and c...

In this episode we will discuss endometriosis.  Endometriosis is a disease in which tissue similar to the lining of a woman's uterus grows in other places in the body. It is one of the most common gynecological diseases, and its primary symptoms include pain and infertility.  Our guest today is Barby Ingle, a chronic pain warrior! Barby is an author, reality personality, and lives with reflex symp...

This week's we speak with Kathy about her ongoing battle with Multiple Sclerosis.  Multiple sclerosis, or MS, is a long-lasting autoimmune disease that can affect your brain, spinal cord, and the optic nerves in your eyes. It can cause problems with vision, balance, muscle control, and other basic body functions.

In this episode we will discuss  IBD or Inflammatory Bowel Disease.  IBD covers a group of disorders in which the  intestines  become inflamed (red and swollen), probably as a result of an immune reaction of the body against its own intestinal tissue. ​ Our guest, Sharon, will explain how IBD has affected her life so far and what she is doing to manage the symptoms

In this episode we discuss adrenal insufficiency with Sarah. There are three types; primary, secondary, or tertiary adrenal insufficiency. Primary adrenal insufficiency is also called Addison's disease. When you have this type, your adrenal glands are damaged and can't make the cortisol you need. They also might not make enough aldosterone. Secondary adrenal insufficiency is more common than Addis...

In this episode we will discuss Fibromyalgia with Norman .   Fibromyalgia is found in both men & women, with the greater percentage of the cases in the later.  Gender-based stereotyping may be partially to blame for the disorder being seen less often in men.  If that is the case, let's help break that stereotype now!

In this first part of a two part series we discuss Fibromyalgia with Kristal Kent.  Kristal is a female Veteran and next week we will be interviewing a male Veteran with Fibro.   Fibromyalgia, although the term might be very well know to many has a few surprising symptoms.  These two Vets will be discussing the symptoms they deal with on a day to day basis. 

In this episode we will discuss Sickle Cell Disease.  We normally interview a guest but will do a forum among ourselves.  That is what this episode will be. This being Sickle Cell Awareness Week, we thought it prudent to share some facts with our listeners.   Sickle cell disease (SCD) affects millions of people throughout the world and is particularly common among those whose ancestors came from s...

In this episode we will discuss men's health, specifically testicular cancer.  Usually found in younger men aged 15 to 35 and only 1 in 250 will ever develop this disease Because testicular cancer usually can be treated successfully, a man's lifetime risk of dying from this cancer is very low: about 1 in 5,000.

In this episode we will discuss heat injuries and dehydration.  As summer jumps in with both feet, so must we!  Please listen, share, and take care of one another. ​ There will not be a guest this week, we will discuss the topic in forum.  We hope you will listen and share this important topic.

In this episode we will discuss Breast Cancer with Bonita.     Breast cancer is the most common cancer in American women, except for skin cancers. Currently, the average risk of a woman in the United States developing breast cancer sometime in her life is about 12%. This means there is a 1 in 8 chance she will develop breast cancer. This also means there is a 7 in 8 chance she will never have the...

In this episode we will discuss Type 1 Diabetes with Maya Grace Rose, formerly known as: Caitlin Rose. Type 1 diabetes (previously called insulin-dependent or juvenile diabetes) is usually diagnosed in children, teens, and young adults, but it can develop at any age. 

In this episode we will discuss HIV with D-Rek.  HIV or Human Immunodeficiency  Virus can be spread by blood transfusions, which was the case for D-Rek, who had heart surgery as an infant.  HIV stigma is negative attitudes and beliefs about people with HIV. It is the prejudice that comes with labeling an individual as part of a group that is believed to be socially unacceptable. Let's Stop HIV Tog...

In this episode we will discuss heart stents as a way of repairing clogged arteries. Stents help keep coronary arteries open and reduce the chance of a heart attack.  Our guest today is Mike M., a retired Fire Chief from the Suburbs of Chicago.  

Sarcoidosis (pronounced SAR-COY-DOE-SIS) is an inflammatory disease characterized by the formation of granulomas—tiny clumps of inflammatory cells—in one or more organs of the body. When the immune system goes into overdrive and too many of these clumps form, they can interfere with an organ's structure and function. When left unchecked, chronic inflammation can lead to fibrosis, which is the perm...