UAMS Health Talk

Norovirus is a highly contagious virus that causes inflammation of the stomach and intestines, also known as gastroenteritis. It's often called the "stomach flu" or "stomach bug", but it's not related to the flu. Dr. Robert Hopkins discusses how to prevent the spread, treat the symptoms, and treatment options.

Carbon monoxide poisoning occurs when carbon monoxide builds up in the blood. When too much carbon monoxide is in the air, the body replaces the oxygen in the red blood cells with carbon monoxide. This can lead to serious tissue damage, or even death. Carbon monoxide is gas that has no odor, taste or color. Burning fuels, including gas, wood, propane or charcoal, make carbon monoxide. Appliances a...

Join us as we explore the pivotal role of clinical trials in advancing cancer care. Matt Kovac, director of the cancer clinical trials office, shares insights on how these trials not only offer hope but also pave the way for tomorrow’s standard treatments. Understand the process, participant safety, and the innovations on the horizon that could make a difference in cancer management.

The Odyssey Clinic is a comprehensive coordinated specialty care outpatient clinic for individuals experiencing their first episode of psychosis. Our program works with people 16 years old or older who have had any of these problems for less than two years: -Seeing or hearing things that others don’t -A feeling of being touched when no one is around -A feeling of being watched, followed, or being...

Dr. Fullen is here to talk about Traumatic Brain injuries and the THRIVE Brain Injury Program.

In the United States, more than 38 million people have diabetes, which is about 1 in 10 people. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and here today we have Dr. Joseph Henske from UAMS to talk about managing Type 1 Diabetes with exercise.

Join us as we bust some of the most common nutrition myths associated with cancer care in this enlightening episode. Megan Welker, a registered dietitian with extensive knowledge in the field, explains why sugar doesn't "feed" cancer and clarifies the role of supplements. Gain insight into how evidence-based dietary choices can support your health during cancer treatment.

Stroke is the fifth cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States. Early stroke detection and treatment are key to improving survival, minimizing disability and accelerating recovery times. When thinking of the symptoms of a stroke, a few things may come to mind, like slurred speech, facial droop and arm weakness. There’s another lesser-known indicator that could be a clue...

UAMS has been trialing a series of talks we have branded “Cancer Conversations”. The topics have included a variety of patient focused discussions. Today's discussion will inform patients about speaking with their Oncology Pharmacist about chemotherapy treatment.

Colon cancer is the third leading cause of cancer related deaths in the United States. One of the options to treat this cancer is robotic colorectal surgery in which surgeons remove parts of the colon and rectum that may be cancerous. Dr. Thomas Kang discusses this method, its benefits, and more.

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is the first medical facility in the United States to provide an innovative therapeutic treatment for major depressive disorder (MDD). The SAINT® neuromodulation system, developed by Magnus Medical, Inc., has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat adults with depression who have not achieved improvement in their condit...

Join Dr. Jeanne Wei to discuss the causes, symptoms, and aftermath of cardiac arrest.

Join Alyssa Frisby, M.S., RD, LD, to discuss how to recognize a fad diet.

Uterine cancer is the sixth most common cancer in women worldwide and the most common gynecologic cancer in high-income countries. Dr. Heather Williams from UAMS is here today to talk about some risk factors and what to look out for.

Join Dr. Sonia T. Orcutt, Surgical Oncologist , to discuss Melanoma Awareness Month.

May is National Meditation Month and UAMS has their very own Mindfulness Program. Dr. Pele Yu is the Associate Director of the UAMS Mindfulness Program and Certified Koru Mindfulness Teacher. According to Dr. Pele, mindfulness, living in the present, and dealing with life’s struggles can be hard for so many— but meditation can help

Join Dr. Lou Ann Eads to discuss Ketamine treatment for mental health conditions.

Join Ashley McMillan, D.D.S, General Practice Dentist at UAMS Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation Oral Health Clinic, to discuss the UAMS Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation Oral Health Clinic.

The TeleSANE Program utilizes telemedicine to connect facility site clinicians to consultants specifically trained in caring for patients who have experienced a sexual assault. The program provides equipment, education, and guidance to providers across the state of Arkansas to support a standardized care of practice. The consultants can be brought into the room with the site nurse and the patient...

Join Dr. Thomas Glenn Pait to discuss the impact of caffeine on your health.

Cervical cancer was once a leading cause of cancer death for women in the United States. Today, screening and prevention have greatly reduced the impact of this form of cancer. Still, approximately 13,960 women in the United States are projected to receive a diagnosis of cervical cancer in 2023 and approximately 4,310 will die from the disease, according to the National Cancer Institute.

Join Dr. Misty Virmani to discuss the importance of breastfeeding and information on UAMS’ first milk bank in Arkansas.

Proton therapy is the most advanced form of radiation to treat cancer in the world today. Proton’s pin-point accuracy makes it an effective treatment for a wide range of solid tumors that are hard to reach with standard X-ray radiation.

Today we are going to discuss a treatment option for men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or an enlarged prostate. This is a very common problem, affecting 50% of men over the age of 50.

There was a time when you had to have a prescription for hearings but now, thanks to FDA approval, you can buy them over-the-counter. Dr. Thomas Pait discusses the effects of hearing loss and whether over-the-counter may be the right choice for you.