The Health Podcast

When should go go to urgent care versus the emergency room? Dr. Ben Rhoades, Emergency Medicine Physician, discusses the difference between the two.

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a form of depression that is related to seasonal changes. Deborah Blazzard, Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, discusses this condition.

Since the holidays bring temptation with all of the delicious eats, it's challenging to refrain from gorging on all of the tasty foods. Melissa Francik, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, discusses how to eat mindfully during the holidays.

The growing vaping trend presents certain health concerns. Dr. Pete Mikkelsen, Medical Director of Emergency Services at Pullman Regional Hospital, discusses the dangers of vaping.

Acupuncture may help ease some of your physical symptoms. Liz Lee, Licensed Acupuncturist andTraditional East Asian Medicine Practitioner, discusses everything you need to know about acupuncture.

Interacting with pets can help heal both body and mind. Kelly Sebold, Speech Language Pathologist, describes the Prescription Pets Program.

If you have international travel on the books, there are some things you should do to prepare your health. Shari Larsen, International Travel Advice and Immunization Clinic Coordinator, discusses necessary immunizations and other recommendations before you travel.

Dyslexia is a language-based neurological condition. Jennifer Griffin, Speech Language Pathologist, explains how dyslexia works and how it's treated.

For all issues and concerns related to pediatric treatment, Pullman Regional Hospital has someone to help your child understand what's happening. Catherine Wilkins, Pediatric Care Coordinator, discusses how her team works with kids.

Generosity is part of the culture at Pullman Regional Hospital. Megan Guido, Chief Marketing and Community Relations Officer, discusses Generosity Inspires and how it benefits the community.

One of six women has been the victim of an attempted or completed rape, and women don't always report violations to the police. Stephanie Knewbow, Emergency Department Director and Clinical Coordinator, discusses sexual assault treatment.

It's tough to talk about preferences for future health care treatments in the event something happens to you. Jessica Rivers, Advance Care Planning Facilitator and Care Coordinator discusses advance care planning.

March is National Nutrition Month, bringing awareness to healthy eating and celebrating registered dieticians. Joyce Marshall, Director of Nutrition Therapy, discusses Pullman Regional Health's offerings for National Nutrition Month.

Slips and falls can cause devastating damage, particularly for the aging population. Kaitlin Watson, occupational therapist, shares tips for fall prevention. Resources: Medications linked to Falls https://www.cdc.gov/steadi/ pdf/STEADI-FactSheet- MedsLinkedtoFalls-508.pdf Home Fall Prevention Checklist  https://www.cdc.gov/steadi/ pdf/STEADI-Brochure- CheckForSafety-508.pdf Family Caregivers: Prot...

Heart disease is common among Americans. It is also largely preventable. Dr. David Jones, non-invasive cardiologist with Palouse Heart Center, discusses heart health.

Sleep is imperative for overall health and wellness. Sleep apnea has greater effects on the body than interruptions to overnight rest. Dr. Vinod Mehta discusses the importance of sleep.

Pain management is a challenge, especially given the current opioid epidemic. Corey Johnson, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, discusses COOLIEF, a non-narcotic, non-surgical procedure for pain management.

As the regional area grows and healthcare advances, Pullman Regional Hospital looks to future services and care. Scott Adams, Chief Executive Officer, shares details on the Next Era of Excellence.

Urinary leakage, pelvic pain or dysfunction may be embarrassing to discuss with your physician. However, many symptoms are common and can be helped with physical therapy. Kim Fletcher, Physical Therapist and specialist in Women's Health Physical Therapy with Summit Therapy, discusses how physical therapy can improve these conditions.

Sports participation is fantastic for fun and fitness. Sometimes, activity leads to injury. Dr. Ed Tingstad, orthopedic surgeon, discusses common injuries, healing, and the few instances where surgery is needed for full recovery.

The drive for minimally-invasive surgeries has led to innovations that improve patient outcomes and decrease recovery time. The anterior approach to hip replacement is one such innovation, disrupting the tissues less than the side approach that was conventionally used. Dr. Steve Pennington, orthopedic surgeon with Inland Orthopedics, discusses the anterior approach and its benefits for the patient...

The nation’s opioid epidemic is regularly in the news but now you can hear about it from an Emergency Medicine physician's perspective. Dr. Pete Mikkelsen, Medical Director of the Emergency Department at Pullman Regional Hospital, provides useful information on the crisis.

Did you know there are physicians trained in the area of hospital care? They are called hospitalists and Pullman Regional Hospital is working toward providing a 24x7 hospitalist service specifically for inpatients, working closely with primary care physicians and hospital staff. Hear how this service contributes to the high level of quality care at Pullman Regional Hospital.

Verbal communication is the primary means of interaction for many. Hearing loss impedes that communication. Audiologist Dr. Rutendo Chikuku discusses hearing loss and how hearing aids can help.

Adults tend to focus on getting children immunized for best health. However, adults also need certain immunizations. You’re never too old for vaccines. Dr. Stephanie Fosback, an internal medicine physician at Palouse Medical, discusses which vaccines should be on your radar as an adult.