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Southern Remedy
Southern Remedy is Mississippi Public Broadcasting’s flagship wellness radio program dedicated to keeping Mississippians healthy. The call-in radio program airs at 11 a.m. weekdays. Each day a different healthcare provider from the University of Mississippi Medical Center discusses various topics and takes questions from listeners.
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Monday - Family Nurse Practitioner Josie Bidwell, Southern Remedy Healthy & Fit
Tuesday -…
Episodes
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Kids and Teens: Screen Time
Have you noticed the kids in your life spending too much time with an electronic device? Is the lack of physical exercise concerning to you? Hosted on Acast…
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The Dr. Is In: Soothing Worried Minds
Today, Dr. Rick answers calls and emails and eases some worried minds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Relatively Speaking: The Second Try
Divorce or a second marriage isn’t something one expects or plans. Though working out the issues with exes, step-children and trying to blend families is not…
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Women's Show: Podiatry
Today is the foot show. Podiatrist, Stephanie Thomas is here to answer your questions about why your feet hurt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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The Dr. Is In: Rapid Fire Answers
Today, Dr. Rick takes as many questions as possible with some surprising answers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Relatively Speaking: Autistic Adults
This month is Autism Awareness Month and we've covered this issue referring to children. Today, we will focus on Adults with Autism. Hosted on Acast. See…
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The Dr. Is In: The Big "C"
This week, Dr. Rick welcomes Dr. John C. Ruckdeschel, Director of the University of Mississippi Medical Center Cancer Institute. They take wall-to-wall…
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Relatively Speaking: High Functioning Autism
Much has been said this month about Autism Spectrum Disorder but today we’ll talk about the area of high functioning Autism and some of the behavioral and…
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Healthy and Fit: Oral Health
Dr. Amy Sullivan, professor of dental hygiene at UMMC joins Dr. Josie Bidwell to talk about dental health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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Women's Show: Facial Plastic Surgery
Today Dr. Owens welcomes Facial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Randy Jordan and Leta Collins, medical aesthetician. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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Kids and Teens: Spring Allergy
Spring is in full swing, and unfortunately allergies come with it. Nearly every family has at least one person affected by seasonal allergies. Hosted on Acast…
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The Dr. Is In: From Myositis to Back Pain
Today Dr. Rick is took calls on a number of topics from myositis to back pain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Healthy and Fit: Exercising As We Get Older
Dr. Josie Bidwell, assistant professor of nursing and nurse practitioner at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, welcomes in Physical Trainer Katelyn…
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Women's Show: Alcohol Use Disorder
Today's topic is one that touches friends and family in large numbers. It's something that can take hold of you and literally ruin your life. We're talking…
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The Dr. Is In: Ophthalmology
Today Dr. Rick fields your questions on Ophthalmology with Dr. Will Watkins. Dr. Rick talks about alcohol addiction with Dr. Dan Williams and also for you…
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Relatively Speaking: Autism Awareness Month
April is Autism Awareness month. Buildings are turned blue at night trying to raise awareness of this disorder that affects up to 1 in 68 individuals. Today we…
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Healthy and Fit: Addiction
April is Alcohol Awareness Month. Do you have questions about alcohol and addiction? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Women's Show: Allergy Season
If pollen is getting up your nose and down your throat and in your eyes, we have your answers. Dr. Lindsey McCullan from UMMC is here with her expertise on how…
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The Dr. Is In: Bring On The Calls
Dr. Rick opens the line for any and all calls. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Relatively Speaking: Boys v. Girls
Most agree that boys and girls are raised differently. Why do you think that’s the case? Other than the physical differences, are there really intellectual and…
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Healthy and Fit: Blood Sugar
Do you have questions about Diabetes, blood sugar or prediabetes? Today is your day! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Healthy and Fit: Sports Nutrition
Today we want to answer your questions about nutrition's role in fitness and how to improve your athletic performance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…
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Women's Show: Windows to the Soul
Ophthalmologist, Dr. Kimberly Crowder joins us to answer questions about eyes and vision. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Kids and Teens: Child Safety
How to baby and kid proof your home along with other child safety tips this morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Relatively Speaking: Understanding Teens
We were all teens once, right. Do you ever wonder why you did some of those risky and potentially dangerous things that you did back then? You were smart…
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Women's Show: Hearing Loss
Today, audiologist Dr. Grace Sturdivant joins us to talk about hearing loss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Healthy and Fit: National Nutritian Month
Ellen Wallace joins to talk about good nutrition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Dr. Is In: Sports Medicine
Today Dr. Rick tackles injuries along with bone and tendon health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Women's Show: Sleep and Overall Health
Dr. Andrea Lewis, Otolaryngologist at UMMC tackles the stages of sleep. How much or little is ok? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Kids and Teens: Sleep Issues
Is your child having difficulty staying awake during the day? Are they having problems with school performance? It just might be lack of sleep. Today's topic…
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Relatively Speaking: ADHD
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. It's not just a disorder of childhood. Do you think that you or someone you care about might have it? Do you need to…
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The Dr. Is In: Dr. Bones
Dr. Rick welcomes in orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Ben Stronatch to the studio for this week’s show. Replacement surgeries, healing broken bones, Back issues and…
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Healthy and Fit: Diabetes
Today’s show finishes up American Heart Month with the topic of diabetes and your heart health. My guest was Dietrich Taylor, RN, CDE with the Mississippi…
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Women's Show: Talking To Your Kids
Today, Dr. Owens tackles talking to your kids about the tough stuff. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Kids and Teens: National Children’s Dental Health Month
This month is National Children’s Dental Health month. While that’s a mouthful to say, giving a child a beautiful smile can make a big different in many…
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The Dr. Is In: All Calls
Today Dr. Rick fields calls from one end of the state to the other. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Relatively Speaking: Children First?
Have you heard the term children first? What does that actually mean? Do you think that we as a society really believe in that? Why should we? Are we investing…
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Women's Show: A Clean Start
Out with the old. Find out how to make a clean start by cleaning up and why doing so is good for your health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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Kids and Teens: What Is Normal?
Some of the hardest things for a parent is discerning what is normal for what is abnormal. Is this fever something I should worry about? When is a cough a…
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Relatively Speaking: Keeping The Love Alive
In honor of Valentines Day we'll be talking about relationships and how to keep them special. Are you a good friend or partner? What can you do to be more than…
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Healthy and Fit: Eating For Your Heart
We continue our American Heart Month Series with Eating for a Healthy Heart. Today's guest is Olivia McCay, registered dietitian at Wellness Systems. Hosted on…
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Kids and Teens: Heart Disease
CVD continues to be one of the major causes of death in our country. Although we seldom think about preventing heart disease and stroke as a child, starting…
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Women's Show: Physical Intimacy
With Valentine's Day next Tuesday, our topic today is romance. Today is a very intimate show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Dr. Is In: Taking All Calls
This week, Dr. Rick takes call from Grand Bay AL to Collierville, TN, talking with callers about a number of topics including pneumonia, H1N1 flu, reactions to…
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Relatively Speaking: Retirement
Retirement. Sounds great, doesn’t it? No schedule, no one to tell you what to do. You can do whatever you want whenever you want. But sometimes it doesn’t…
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Healthy and Fit: Go Red For Women
Today we go red for women. The movement is to make women aware of heart disease. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Women's Show: Obstetrics and Gynecology
Today we will focus on Dr Owens' specialties...obstetrics and gynecology. She'll address the most frequently asked questions about things below the waist…
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The Dr. Is In: Heart Month
On the first day of Heart month, Dr. Rick welcome’s in cardiologist Dr. John Parks from UMMC. They take calls on atrial fibrillation, aspirin, blood pressure…
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Relatively Speaking: White Coat Syndrome
Have you delayed a visit to the doctor or cancelled a surgical procedure due to your fears? Do you believe that medical or dental personnel do a good job…
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Healthy and Fit: Wellness Screenings
This week, Healthy & Fit finishes up the “January Jumpstart to a healthier You” with wellness screenings. Today’s guest is Dr. Lisa Haynie, professor of…
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Women's Show: Making Goals and Sticking to Them
Today’s program is about making goals and sticking to them. How do we accomplish all of those aspirations we set out for, and what are the obstacles that get…
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Kids and Teens: Addressing Vaccination Concerns
Today we are addressing some of the most common concerns with vaccinations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Dr. Is In: Drugs
Dr. Rick takes your calls on this week’s Southern Remedy. Callers ask and discuss topics including drug costs, topical pain meds, Saw Palmetto, hemorrhoids…
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Relatively Speaking: Dream Catcher
Dreams. We all have them but after a traumatic event those dreams can become reoccurring nightmares. If you have experienced a traumatic event and now are…
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Healthy and Fit: Mental Health
Today we continue our January Jump-start to a healthier you with the topic of mental health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Kids and Teens: Fear
Fear is one of the most basic emotions, and while it is essential to life, sometimes it can be overwhelming. Dr. Stewart's guest today is Dr. Susan Buttross…
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Healthy and Fit: No Smoking
Dr. Josie Bidwell hosts Dr. Thomas Payne from the ACT Center for at UMMC. Today’s show is about tobacco use. How and why you should stop using tobacco is…
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The Dr. Is In: Incontinence, Libido and More
This week Dr. Rick deShazo welcomes urogynecologist, Dr. Paul Moore, from UMMC. Many topics are discussed including incontinence, libido and more. Hosted on…
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Relatively Speaking: Anxiety
Anxiety, we all have it at one time or another, some is ok and normal but when does it become destructive? Is continual worry or anxiety affecting your sleep…
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Women's Show: Cervical Cancer
Today's topic is cervical cancer. How common is it? What causes it? Symptoms, diagnosis and treatments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…