BayCare Presents
The Heat is on: Strategies for Dealing with Heat Injuries
Surviving the Florida heat isn’t easy, but it’s possible with the right knowledge. Listen to Dr. Fred Brennan discuss a practical session on staying safe outdoors—how to hydrate, recognize heat exhaustion, prevent cramps, and avoid heat stroke. Don't let the heat slow you down this summer!
Heart Failure Demystified: What You Need to Know for a Healthier Future
Join us for an insightful talk on heart failure, where Dr. Nirav Raval demystifies the condition and breaks down the key facts you need to know. From understanding risk factors to exploring the latest treatments, this session will equip you with practical knowledge for a healthier future. Empower yourself with the tools to prevent, manage, and thrive in the face of heart failure.
Connecting the Dots: Genetic Counseling for Gynecological Cancer Awareness and Prevention
Join us to explore the essential role of genetic counselors in supporting individuals and families with personal or family histories of gynecological cancers, such as ovarian and uterine cancer. We’ll discuss how genetic counselors assess hereditary cancer risk, interpret genetic test results, and provide guidance on prevention strategies and early detection options. Understand how genetic counseling can empower families to make informed decisions about cancer prevention and surveillance.
The Importance of Sleep
Dive into the vital role sleep plays in overall health and well-being. Dr. Desai discusses the importance of quality sleep and shares advice on diagnosing and treating common sleep disorders. Whether you’re struggling with sleep apnea, insomnia, or just looking for tips to improve your rest, this episode will include practical advice and information to help you get the sleep you need.
Better Back Health
The back is the crossroads of the body, connecting the upper and lower body as we move through our daily activities and sports. It is important to care for our back to prevent any aches and pains. If those aches and pains start creeping in, it's important to know our best paths for healing. Let's take care of ourselves and prioritize our well-being.
BayCare Presents: The Weight is Over - New Treatment Options for Weight Loss
Discover the latest advancements in weight loss treatments, including an in-depth analysis of surgical and non-surgical options. Uncover the most effective surgical procedures for shedding pounds and explore the new frontier of medically supervised weight loss through innovative injectable medications.
Special Edition: Finding the Calm After the Storm
In the aftermath of two significant hurricanes, many people are experiencing very strong emotional reactions as they process the damage to homes and entire communities. If you are experiencing hurricane-related distress, you are not alone. This is a perfectly normal reaction to abnormal situations. Review traumatic stress and offer practical coping skills to help find your joy in the aftermath of tragedy.
BayCare Presents: The Significance of Regular Well-Child Examinations: A Guide for Parents
The practice of scheduling regular well-child examinations is a cornerstone of pediatric healthcare. These visits are fundamental in forging a robust and trusting bond between the pediatrician, the child, and the parents. The primary objective of routine well-child visits is to monitor and promote the overall well-being of the child, encompassing their physical, psychological, and emotional growth. Learn the importance of these appointments. Additionally, these sessions provide an excellent opportunity for parents to engage in meaningful dialogue with the pediatrician on topics such as nutrition, home safety, and academic concerns, ensuring a holistic approach to the child's health.
BayCare Presents: Heart Disease: Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment
Heart disease remains the leading cause of mortality worldwide, but with early detection and state-of-the-art surgical interventions, we can significantly improve patient outcomes. Will briefly discuss have hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol. Accurate diagnosis is critical and involves advanced imaging techniques. Join us in our mission to combat heart disease through excellence in surgical care and a commitment to patient health and well-being. Your heart's health is our priority!
Common Hand and Wrist Injuries
Does your wrist hurt when you work? Ever wonder why your hand goes numb while you sleep? Ever jammed your finger and it won't go straight anymore? Do you sometimes wake up and your finger is stuck in your palm? Does the base of your thumb hurt like the dickens? Ever wonder what that large bump is on your wrist or friend's wrist? If so, join us for a discussion on common hand and wrist ailments.
Medicare 101: Learn About Medicare and All Your Options
Medicare can be confusing. If you or a spouse is nearing 65 or planning to retire, you may have questions about what's right for you. Join a BayCarePlus Licensed Health Care Advisor to learn about the basics of Medicare and all the coverage options available to you, whether you're still working or planning to retire.
Breast Cancer Does Not Discriminate: Knowledge is Power
Breast cancer does not discriminate. We know that any woman of any race or ethnic background can get it and sometimes, even men. Many changes occur in your breasts during your lifetime. It is important to understand which changes are normal and which are not.
Knowledge is power, and understanding the common signs of breast cancer can make all the difference in early detection. Regular breast cancer screenings, including mammograms and clinical breast exams, play a crucial role in detecting the condition at its early stages. Join us to learn about breast cancer risk factors, warning signs, and other breast conditions.
Knowledge is power, and understanding the common signs of breast cancer can make all the difference in early detection. Regular breast cancer screenings, including mammograms and clinical breast exams, play a crucial role in detecting the condition at its early stages. Join us to learn about breast cancer risk factors, warning signs, and other breast conditions.
A Healthier Metabolism & Happier You
Metabolic syndrome is a group of conditions including increased blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist, and abnormal cholesterol levels. All which increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other serious morbidities. Join us to explore how we can optimize our metabolic health & keep our endocrine system happy.
Psychology of Wellness
Wellness goes beyond diet and exercise. A holistic and sustainable wellness plan focuses on practicing healthy habits for our physical and mental health, so we are not just surviving, we're thriving. The first step on a personal wellness journey is setting goals you want to achieve. While your goals are specific and personal to your needs, we can't help but wondering why others have better or faster results than us. Why do some people achieve their goals while others struggle? In this session we'll examine the different aspects of wellness and how self-determination can be a powerful tool to make and sustain positive wellness changes.
Love Your Heart
Let's get to the heart of the matter. Aneurisms, murmurs, Hypertension (high blood pressure) and high cholesterol are conditions that can lead to serious complications if untreated. These complications can include stroke, heart failure, heart attack, and kidney damage. Join us to understand your risk for heart disease and some simple ways we can decrease our risk. Roses are red, violets are blue, let's exercise daily and eat healthy, too!
Lung Cancer: Beyond the Basics
Lung cancer is one of the world’s most frequently diagnosed types of cancer and the number one cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide; more people die from lung cancer than from breast, colon, and prostate cancer combined. It has a reputation as being a smoker’s disease, and yes, smoking is a major risk factor. But the truth is that 10 to 20 percent of individuals with lung cancer have never smoked. So, regardless of your smoking history or current smoking status, it’s important to stay aware of lung cancer.
Impact of Mental Health on Physical Health
Going to get an annual physical exam is a common part of our health and wellbeing, but how does our mental health influence our physical health? Do disruptions within our emotional well-being influence how our bodies react and restore? Our mental health plays a big role in our overall wellbeing and disease risk. Let’s take some time to explore the science between the mind, body, and spirit connection.
Can Your Joints Predict the Weather?
Arthritis affects at least 1 in 4 Americans. Join us as we discuss the variations, prevalence, and risks of the disease. Explore strategies for prevention and treatment to help increase your quality of life.
Pediatric Cardiology to Adult Congenital Heart Disease: A Lifelong Journey of Care
Medical progress in pediatric cardiology has significantly improved patient outcomes, increased survival rates, and enhanced the quality of life for adults with congenital heart disease. One of the crucial factors in achieving these outcomes is a seamless care transition from pediatric cardiology to adult congenital heart disease. Let's work together to ensure that patients with congenital heart disease receive the best care possible at every stage of their lives.
Robotic Hernia Repair
An abdominal wall hernia is an opening or area of weakness in the abdominal wall through which abdominal contents can protrude. Many hernias are asymptomatic, but some may be causing pain and require immediate surgery. Explore the benefits of robotic repair.
Understanding Psychiatry and Treatment Modalities
Join Dr. DeLiberato as he takes us on an exploration of mental health vs. mental illness. Demystify psychology and find ways to make the path to mental wellbeing a relevant conversation in our overall wellbeing.
Sun Safety and the Skin
We learned the importance of sun safety to include photoaging, as well as proper clothing, hats, and sunglasses. We also talked about sunscreen options, what the various labels means, and how to decide which is best for you and your family.
Oh, My Aching Back!
Do you have lower back pain? You are not alone. Anyone can experience lower back pain at any time, even if you don’t have a prior injury or any of the risk factors. It is not always serious and can often get better on its own. But in some cases, pain is your body’s way of telling you that something isn’t right. Join us in a tour of the spine and paths for treatment.
Back on Your Feet: Foot and Ankle Solutions
The foot is the first thing that hits the ground! With its 26 bones, it is an amazing architectural structure keeps us moving and impacts everything above it. Join us in this exciting discussion on the first thing that hits the floor each day!
Hereditary Colon Cancer: Get Your Rear in Gear
Understand how a family history of colon cancer can impact an individuals’ risk for developing colon cancer. Review how genetic testing and results can affect cancer risks and screening, as well as guidelines for individuals affected by hereditary colorectal cancer symptoms.
Blue Zones: Lessons on Longevity
Join us as we travel the globe, seeking insight and inspiration to live longer, healthier, and happier lives. Understand why people in these regions consistently live to be over 100 years old. Discover the tips and tricks for incorporating some of the blue zone nine into your day-to-day life.
Viral Trifecta: COVID-19, Influenza, and RSV
Understand the impact of viruses and health issues on employment and health care. Understand the symptoms and patterns within our community and learn techniques to protect yourself, family, and coworkers.
Elevating Healthcare: Physicians are People Too!
Reframe the current climate within all aspects of the workplace, including your relationship with your healthcare provider. Take a look at behaviors that everyone can implement to have healthier lifestyles, and a better work life balance.
De-stressing for the Holidays
Let’s put the joy back in the holiday season. The holidays can be stressful, what are some simple steps you can take to combat the stress of the holidays.
Gut Health
70 million Americans have digestive problems that impacts their overall health. The “gut microbiome” is the foundation of the human health function. Review how lifestyle habits can help you improve your overall gut health.
Effects of poor sleep on your health
Sleep affects every molecule of the body. Understand the psychological and physiological purpose, and function of sleep. Discuss factors that contribute to sleep quality and understand some common sleep disorders and the connection to chronic diseases.
Breast Awareness 101
Breast cancer is the most diagnosed cancer in women and the second leading cause of death among women. How can you be proactive to screen for early detection? Understand the different forms of treatment and the use of genetic testing to work towards better outcomes.
Mental Health Stigmas in the Workplace
Mental health can affect a person’s thinking, emotion, and behavior. One in five Americans have a mental health issue. Eight out of ten do not seek help or support due to the stigma. Let’s shift the perspective and help people receive the help they need.
Nutrition Myths
In a multimillion-dollar industry vying for your money and attention, explore what’s true and what’s not. Uncover the overabundance of contradicting information and use evidence-based research to weed through the common nutrition myths.
Testosterone and Men’s Health
Explore the importance of men’s health. Understand how testosterone, regular exercise, well-balanced diet, and sleep are all related and contribute to a healthy body.
Movement for Function and Aging
Everyone has the desire to move better especially as we age. I understand the relationship between movement and quality of life. See how speaking with a physical therapist can help improve your movement system and begin to weave movement into every part of our lives.
Stroke Awareness
Understanding stroke can help save a life. Learn the difference between different forms of a stroke while better understanding some key differences in the plan of care.
It’s That Time of The Year… Let’s Talk About Allergies and Sinus Infection!
Do you suffer from allergies or sinus infections? Find out how these concerns are related and when it is time to go see a specialist for these problems. Stop suffering and understand your treatment options.