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Bryan Health Podcasts
Would you like to know more about a health topic, or tips to stay well? Our local doctors and health experts offer practical, useful advice for a lifetime of good health - available to you at work, home or on-the-go. Listen to or download a free 10-minute podcast today!
Episodes
Bryan Health PodcastsIt's Easy to Enjoy a Heart Healthy Diet!
With heart disease being the number-one killer of both men and women in the U.S., it might seem to be an inevitable fate for you or your loved ones. Not so! In…
Bryan Health PodcastsWisdom Teeth: Removal and Recovery
Wisdom teeth, also called third molars ( 3rds ), are the four back teeth that generally erupt between the ages of 17 and 21. Having your wisdom teeth removed…
Bryan Health PodcastsI have my ‘Bundle of Joy’ so why am I so sad?
For new moms, having a baby can be the most exciting time of their lives, yet this can also be a very challenging time. If you are suffering from postpartum…
Bryan Health PodcastsHow to Deal with Feeling Lonely
Everyone can feel lonely from time to time, as it is a normal response to life's challenges. However, if your feelings of loneliness happen often and for weeks…
Bryan Health PodcastsHow to Manage Your Severe Asthma
Doctors at Bryan Medical Center are the first in Nebraska to perform an innovative new procedure for severe asthma patients called bronchial thermoplasty (BT)…
Bryan Health PodcastsHow to Treat Your Knee and Shoulder Pain
The orthopedic specialists at Bryan Medical Center are committed to improving your quality of life. We offer a full spectrum of services in both inpatient and…
Bryan Health PodcastsListen to Your Body: It Might be Heart Disease
There comes a time when you realize, it’s time. This is my life, my heart, my health and it’s important. It’s time for a life-long, smart approach to heart…
Bryan Health PodcastsVertigo: Causes, Prevention and Treatment
Balance allows you to maintain a stable and upright position when sitting, standing, reaching, walking and leaning. If you have a balance problem, you may…
Bryan Health PodcastsReduce Stress to Keep Your Heart Healthy
Stress can affect you in many different ways. Some stress might affect you in a positive way. However, if you have negative stress, it can contribute to heart…
Bryan Health PodcastsWomen: Know Your Symptoms of Heart Disease
We’ve all heard the experts tell us about the symptoms of heart attack, where a man gasps, clutches his chest and falls to the ground. In reality, a women's…
Bryan Health PodcastsHeart Disease: Are You at Risk?
According to the NIH, in the United States, 1 in 4 women dies from heart disease. In fact, coronary heart disease (CHD)—the most common type of heart…
Bryan Health PodcastsHow to Prevent Falls and the Injuries They Cause
At Bryan outpatient rehabilitation, we have the skilled physical therapists and advanced technology to help improve your balance in order to prevent future…
Bryan Health PodcastsHow to Prevent and Treat Your Babies Flat Head or Twisted Neck
Flat head syndrome can happen when a baby sleeps in the same position for long periods of time. There are some simple things a parent can do like changing your…
Bryan Health PodcastsConcussions: Prevention, Symptoms, When to Return to the Game
Because of the Nebraska Concussion Awareness Act and other new laws, we hear more about concussions; but many still are uninformed regarding recognition…
Bryan Health PodcastsRecognizing and Preventing Frostbite
According to the CDC, frostbite is an injury to the body that is caused by freezing. Frostbite can cause a loss of feeling and color in affected areas, and it…
Bryan Health PodcastsWhat Vitamins Should You Be Taking?
According to the The National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements, the majority of adults in the United States take one or more dietary…
Bryan Health PodcastsUse Your Antibiotics Responsibly
According to the CDC, antibiotic use is the leading cause of antibiotic resistance. Up to one-third to one-half of antibiotic use in humans is either…
Bryan Health PodcastsHow to Lose That Holiday Weight
Healthy weight is about balancing food intake with physical activity, and small changes can make a big difference. One of the biggest nutrition challenges for…
Bryan Health PodcastsHow to Include Healthy Fats into Your Diet
If you are trying to integrate healthier foods into your diet, you may think eliminating all foods that contain fat is the way to go. Our brain is made up of…
Bryan Health PodcastsAre You at Risk for Shingles?
According to The CDC, almost one out of every three people in the United States will develop shingles, also known as zoster or herpes zoster in their lifetime…
Bryan Health PodcastsBlood Pressure Medications 101
If your doctor has told you that you have high blood pressure, they may recommend blood pressure medication to help control that hypertension. The array of…
Bryan Health PodcastsHow to Make Healthy Eating Choices During the Holidays
Holiday parties and family gatherings can present a special challenge when it comes to eating healthy. We all could use a few tips to help stay healthy and…
Bryan Health PodcastsLifeTracks: A Healthy, Smart Approach to Weight Loss
Do you need to lose 40 pounds or more? You might want to consider LifeTracks – Bryan LifePointe's medically supervised weight loss program for people who need…
Bryan Health PodcastsBest Tips for Proper Running Technique
Running and walking are important skills to be learned yet for most of us we have never been taught proper form. Using proper form when running can help to…
Bryan Health PodcastsSepsis is a Medical Emergency!
Mortality rates from sepsis are higher than heart attack, stroke or trauma. It is the body’s negative response to an infection and can lead to tissue damage…
Bryan Health PodcastsHow to Start Running
You've decided to start running, but aren't sure where to begin. If you just get up and go you're leaving yourself open to injury. Choosing the proper…
Bryan Health PodcastsThe Kim Foundation: Who We Are & What We Do
Connecting people to resources is central to The Kim Foundation’s mission of improving lives through mental health and suicide prevention. Through its work…
Bryan Health PodcastsExercise Footwear: Make Sure You Get the Right Fit
One of the most important pieces of exercise equipment you can invest in are your shoes. How do you know what to look for in a quality exercise-running shoe?…
Bryan Health PodcastsYou Can Be Mentally Strong
Coping with depression, anxiety or complex mental illness is difficult, but you don’t have to handle it on your own. Millions of Americans are affected by…
Bryan Health PodcastsRunning: The Sport for Everyone!
Running is a sport for anyone and everyone. People in every country of all ages love running. It is a sport where everyone is welcome and can excel if they are…
Bryan Health PodcastsHow to Prevent Common Running Injuries
Running can be a sport for everyone and not just the elite runner. Proper warm-up and nutrition is a key to a healthy run. An injury can not only be…
Bryan Health PodcastsEat to Compete: Nutrition for the Training Athlete
Bryan Health hosts a community run every October to further their commitment to wellness and mental health. This special podcast series is brought to you by…
Bryan Health PodcastsIrritable Bowel Syndrome: Symptoms, Triggers and Treatment
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a condition that prevents food from moving through your intestines normally. The food may move through too slowly or too…
Bryan Health PodcastsThe Importance of Exercise for Your Mental Health
Everyone can feel low, anxious or unable to cope from time to time. These are all normal responses to life's challenges. However, exercise can have a profound…
Bryan Health PodcastsSinus Infections: 5 Things You Need to Know
Do you suffer from a sinus infection? It can be painful, uncomfortable and affect your quality of life. When should you see a doctor? There are so many myths…
Bryan Health PodcastsHip Replacement Surgery: Exploring Your Options
Hip replacement surgery is beneficial when joint pain prevents you from participating in your normal daily activities, such as walking, working and sleeping…
Bryan Health PodcastsCould You Have a Problem With Your Heart Valve?
Your heart and vascular health is important to us. That’s why we offer many free and low-cost screenings to you and our communities. If you have a parent…
Bryan Health PodcastsYour Blood Pressure: The Numbers and How You Can Control Them
You play an important role in your heart health. One of the most important things you can do is manage risk factors that can lead to heart disease. Risk…
Bryan Health PodcastsKnee Replacement Surgery: When is the Right Time
How does someone know that they need to have their knee replaced? Joint replacement surgery is beneficial when joint pain prevents you from participating in…
Bryan Health PodcastsYour Summer Sunscreen Guide: Who, What, Where, When and How Much
With the arrival of warmer weather children and adults are ready to enjoy the outdoors. But with summer fun, it is also important to keep your skin safe…
Bryan Health PodcastsMultiple Medications? Get the Help you Need
A new health diagnosis often means a new prescription from your doctor. In many cases, people who have one or more health conditions may need to take several…
Bryan Health PodcastsRegain Your Active Lifestyle: Tenex Treatment for Plantar Fasciitis, Achilles and Elbow Pain
A healthy tendon makes movement and motion easy and pain free. When tendons are damaged, movement can be very painful. The Tenex TX treatment removes the…
Bryan Health PodcastsUnderstanding Your Child’s Foot or Ankle Injury
Children are meant to run, jump and play. However, as they grow, the base of all that running is their feet and their ankles. A broken ankle, also called an…
Bryan Health PodcastsThe ABC's of Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding doesn't have to be a challenge. We're here today to educate and encourage moms about breastfeeding. Alyssa C. Rutan, MD, is here to explain that…
Bryan Health PodcastsA Successful Recovery Outcome Begins Before Surgery
When planning to undergo surgery, patients can speed up post-surgery recovery by preparing both physically and mentally. Prehab can quicken the healing process…
Bryan Health PodcastsDepression Hurts: Don’t Be Afraid to Ask For Help
Everyone feels sad sometimes, but it usually doesn't last long. How do you know if your sad feelings are something more? Depression is common and it's…
Bryan Health PodcastsAre You SAD? Seasonal Affective Disorder is Treatable
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that's related to changes in seasons. Symptoms start in the fall and continue into the winter months…
Bryan Health PodcastsSleep Apnea: Don't Ignore The Symptoms
Sleep apnea is when a person cannot sleep and breathe properly at the same time. Left untreated, sleep apnea can lead to high blood pressure, heart failure…
Bryan Health PodcastsA Healthy Plate and Happy Heart
Let’s get right to it…why is a balanced diet so important with respect to heart health? There are dietary and nutrition recommendations to reduce controllable…
Bryan Health PodcastsMove It For A Healthy Heart
Heart disease is a term for any type of disorder that affects the heart. Who needs to worry about heart disease? How does someone know if they are at risk for…