Health News

Seniors: Combatting Loneliness

 
 
Andrea Driggers, Regional Business Development Director and career licensed vocational nurse, specializing in geriatric care, at StoneGate Senior Living, an award-winning network of senior living and care facilities joins eHealth Radio and the Geriatric & Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Andrea Driggers discuss the following:

How big of a problem is loneliness for seniors in America today?
It’s no fun being lonely, but are there tangible impacts for seniors experiencing loneliness?
Why are so many seniors experiencing loneliness?
What can seniors do to tackle this problem?
What can neighbors, relatives, friends do to help?

 
Andrea Driggers is the Reginal Business Development Director for StoneGate Senior Living, an award-winning network of senior living and care facilities.  She oversees the South Dallas Fort Worth market area. She has served as a licensed vocational nurse for 20 years, focusing on geriatric care and treatment.
About StoneGate Senior Living: Award-winning StoneGate Senior Living, LLC provides support services to senior living and care properties that offer skilled health care, assisted living, memory support and independent living locations in Colorado, Oklahoma, and Texas. Founded and led by a team of senior living industry veterans.
 
 
Website: www.stonegatesl.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StoneGateSL Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stonegate-senior-living

Protect Your Loved Ones From Illness with Sickweather

 
 
Graham Dodge, Co-Founder and CEO of Sickweather, a leader in digital disease surveillance joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Technology Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Graham Dodge discuss the following:
Tell us why you started Sickweather and it forecasts illnesses globally?
How does the technology behind Sickweather work and how accurate is it?
How can people use Sickweather as we enter into flu season?
We understand you have a partnership with Clorox to help prevent the flu. What does that partnership entail?
What other types of illnesses, besides the flu, does Sickweather predict?
 
Graham Dodge, Co-Founder and CEO of Sickweather, is a leader in digital disease surveillance and has served on boards and technical workgroups for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National VOAD (Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster), and the Kennedy Krieger Institute, as well as providing mentorship to students at Johns Hopkins University's MedHacks program. He has been named a "Social Innovation Rockstar" by Yoxi/BOLD, and featured among Broadband for America's "Faces of Innovation", among other honors. An alumni of Techstars and 500 Startups, Graham is a frequent guest/speaker for domestic and international conferences and news programs.
 
 
Website: www.Sickweather.com
Social Media Links: Twitter: @sickweather Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sickweather

In the Pursuit of Optimum Health

 
Peggy Weekes, Author of the book “A Mix of Two Worlds – Nature’s Best from the East and the West for Optimum Health joins eHealth Radio and the Health News Channel.
 
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Peggy Weekes discuss the following:
Can you tell us what “A Mix of Two Worlds" is all about?
Can you please explain what you mean by Illness-Based Care and Wellness-Based Care?
Why do you think that it is important for people to look at Natural Alternatives?
What are some of the benefits of using Natural Alternatives?
In what way can people be more proactive with their health?
Is there something you would like to leave with our listeners?
 
Peggy Weekes has always had a passion for writing, and has been doing so successfully in the corporate world for many years. She is interested in helping others as well as herself on the journey of achieving optimum health through a variety of natural means. She is the author of A Mix of Two Worlds: Nature's Best from the East and the West for Optimum Health.
 
 
Website: www.peggyweekes.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mixoftwoworlds Twitter: https://twitter.com/peggy_weekes LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peggy-weekes-129b8276

EFFY Healthcare Drives Operational and Clinical Efficiency, Optimizes RCM

 
 
Jonathan Farr, Senior Vice President, North America, EFFY, an efficiency platform that overlays existing systems to help healthcare organizations compare massive amounts of data across their total enterprise, detect exceptions and problems and guide interventions to improve efficiency that optimizes financial, clinical and operational performance joins eHealth Radio and the Healthcare Channel.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Jonathan Farr discuss the following:
How exactly does EFFY work?

How can Hospitals benefit from integrating EFFY RAID actionable analytics into their existing transactional data systems? 

Does EFFY carry a big price tag? 

What are the advantages of EFFY over other RCM solutions?

Can you give us an example of how RAID alarms alerted a department, such as radiology, to a potential problem and guided the fix to prevent a claim denial?
About Jonathan Farr:
Jon has prior experience managing general acute hospitals, surgical hospitals, emergency centric hospitals, behavior health hospitals, and a large physician practice, both for-profit and not for profit, urban and rural, domestic and international. He is highly respected for his ability to work with physicians, boards, committees, regulatory agencies, third party payers, vendors, patients and all levels of personnel.Jon earned a Master’s Degree in Hospital Administration from the Medical College of Virginia and is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives.
About EFFY:
EFFY empowers hospitals, hospital systems and Integrated Delivery Networks to retrieve, review and compare massive amounts of operational, clinical and financial data across their total enterprise -- no matter the size, data incompatibility or platform complexity. Functioning as a permanent, protective 24/7 auditing and exception reporting “umbrella,” EFFY makes data comparable, enabling users to correct issues that compromise financial viability, and clinical and operational performance. 
 
 
Website: www.effyhealthcare.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/effyhealthcare Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/25049870

A unique treatment approach for drug-resistant epilepsy

 
 
Jason Richey, President of LivaNova North America and General Manager of the company’s Neuromodulation business joins eHealth Radio and the Health News Channel.
He’ll be discussing VNS Therapy – the first and only FDA-approved device for drug-resistant epilepsy that is clinically proven safe and effective for adults and children as young as four years of age. VNS Therapy is designed to prevent seizures before they start and stop them if they do.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Jason Richey discuss the following:
What exactly is VNS Therapy? How does it work?
VNS Therapy is FDA-approved to treat refractory or drug-resistant epilepsy. How common is it for people to have seizures which can’t be controlled by drugs alone?
Who is a good candidate for VNS Therapy?
Children as young as four years old can now receive VNS Therapy. What are the benefits of starting this treatment at a younger age?
Tell me about the newly released SenTiva generator and next-generation VNS Therapy Programming System. How does the latest system improve upon past versions?
More than 100,000 people have used VNS Therapy, many of whom have achieved long-term seizure control. What are some of the most common comments they share about their experience?
What are the potential side effects of VNS Therapy, and how do they compare to other epilepsy treatments?
What does LivaNova have in store for the future of VNS Therapy?
 
About Jason Richey: As LivaNova's President of North America and General Manager of the Neuromodulation business, Jason Richey has over 20 years of experience in the medical technology industry. With 15 years of tenure at Cyberonics (LivaNova’s predecessor) starting in 2001, Mr. Richey has a bachelor’s degree in Biology from Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana. About VNS Therapy: VNS Therapy is the first and only FDA-approved device for drug-resistant epilepsy that is clinically proven safe and effective for adults and children as young as four years of age. VNS Therapy is designed to prevent seizures before they occur and stop them if they do. It is a unique treatment approach developed specifically for people with drug-resistant epilepsy — a condition that affects one in three people with epilepsy.
 
 
Websites: www.VNSTherapy.com | www.SeizureControl.com
Facebook: https://Facebook.com/VNSTherapyforEpilepsy

Choosing Wisely Campaign and how can it help chiropractic patients achieve the best care possible

 
 
Dr. Christine Goertz, the Senior Scientific Advisor for the American Chiropractic Association, the leading professional association representing chiropractors in the United States joins eHealth Radio and the Chiropractor & Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Christine Goertz discuss the following:
What is the Choosing Wisely campaign and how can it help chiropractic patients achieve the best care possible?
Two of ACA’s recommendations are related to reducing X-ray exposure. Can you tell me more about that? What do patients need to know?
The third recommendation says to avoid using therapies like heat, cold, electrical stimulation and ultrasound alone. Why is that? Many people find that those are quick and easy ways to find pain relief.
The fourth recommendation deals with chronic pain and mental health. Tell us more about that recommendation...and about the connection between chronic pain and conditions such as depression and anxiety.
The last recommendation cautions against long-term use of very common items -- lumbar supports or lumbar braces – for the treatment or prevention of low-back pain. How are these items helpful for acute pain but maybe less so for long-term conditions?
Where can patients go to find a good chiropractor?
 
Dr. Christine Goertz, DC, PhD, currently chairs the American Chiropractic Association’s Committee on Quality Assurance and Accountability. Goertz is also the Vice Chancellor for Research and Health Policy at Palmer College of Chiropractic and Chief Executive Officer of the Spine Institute for Quality (Spine IQ.)
Her scientific interests include clinical and health services research evaluating patient-centered outcomes and interprofessional collaboration related to complementary and integrative health care delivery, with a focus on spine-related pain and disability. Goertz has been the recipient of several awards for her work in the chiropractic field, including ACA's 2012 Chiropractor of the Year, the 2013 Lincoln Research Prize, and the 2011 Palmer College Chiropractic Honorary Alumna.
In March 2017, Goertz accepted the prestigious Scott Haldeman Award for Outstanding Research by the World Federation of Chiropractic on behalf of the Palmer College Research Team for conducting a large-scale, multi-site clinical trial which studied the effectiveness of chiropractic care for active-duty military personnel with low-back pain. For over 25 years, Goertz has addressed multidisciplinary science and health policy issues at the state and federal levels, and has served as a member of the American Medical Association’s Measurement Advisory Committee and a program officer of the NIH National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), where she managed a portfolio focused on musculoskeletal disease, pain, and health services research.  She is a member of the NIH/NCCIH National Advisory Council as well as a Fellow of the International College of Chiropractors. She received her doctor of chiropractic from Northwestern Health Sciences University and a PhD in Health Services Research Policy and Administration from the University of Minnesota.
 
 
Website: www.acatoday.org
Social Media Links: Facebook: www.facebook.com/acatoday.org Twitter: www.twitter.com/acatoday

Quantros: Leading the Journey to Value in Value-based Healthcare

 
 
Andy Weissberg, Senior Vice President, Marketing Communications, Quantros, the healthcare industry’s leading provider of performance measurement and management solutions joins eHealth Radio and the Healthcare Channel.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Andy Weissberg discuss the following:
Please tell us a bit about Quantros.
It’s my understanding that Quantros recently released its CareChex® 2018 Hospital and Health System Quality and Patient Safety Rankings and Ratings. How do these updated ratings help consumers, employers and other stakeholders in value-based care?
How does Quantros differ from market competitors?
Can we talk a bit the Quantros® Enterprise Solutions Suite - how many hospitals and large health systems are using it, and what kind of impact does it have on their clinical and financial performance?
How does the uncertainty and complexity associated with the repeal or replacement of the Affordable Care Act influence Quantros, if at all?
Andy Weissberg is Quantros’ brand ambassador and communications leader, and brings more than 20 years of healthcare, publishing and information services experience. Prior to joining Quantros he co-founded DotHealth, LLC which was credentialed by ICANN to operate the health top level domain name registry.
Andy previously served as Vice President of Identifier Services at R.R. Bowker where he spearheaded the innovation and operations of the U.S. ISBN Agency and several ISO Standards registration agencies serving the book and journal publishing industries.
Additionally, Andy was GM Digital Media, Healthcare and Life Sciences at Advanstar Communications, Inc. where he developed and commercialized ModernMedicine.com as a leading online clinical decision support and practice management information resource for physicians and healthcare professionals. For over a decade, Andy served in similar roles in the pharmaceutical/healthcare advertising agency arena.
Andy has a BA, Communications from the University of South Florida, Tampa, FL.
 
Website: www.quantros.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Quantros Twitter: @Quantros

How combination devices will change treatment techniques and overall health outcomes

Reginald Swift, Founder & CEO at Rubix LS that is a research and development engineering firm developing combination device therapies for rare and orphan diseases joins eHealth Radio and the Health News & Therapy Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Reginald Swift discuss the following questions:
What do you believe combination devices will do for us in the future?
You mention cross-pollinate in areas of your website, how does your combination device development relate to technology in other industry sectors?
Tell us about Project Hercules?
As an emerging startup firm, where do you see the firm in the next 5 years of combination product development?
Are your products out on the market now? If not, is it being used in any other technologies or companies?
Reginald Swift is an engineering professional with his background in Mechanical Engineering from FIU and later on to advance the science into Molecular Mechanical Engineering where he will be receive an honorary PhD for his work in combination device application in Multiple Sclerosis.  
Reginald Swift is the Chief Visionary Engineer and founder of Rubix LS, a research and development engineering firm that is articulating specialty engineering development and cross-pollinating methodologies in a variety of industry sectors; while the core remains in biotechnology and life-sciences as a whole.Reginald has worked in a variety of roles within the life-science sector and has developed and contributed to the involvement of a few patents and special development that has bolstered product performance for patients worldwide.Reginald's professional affiliations stem from National Society of Black Engineers, Society of Advanced Bio-materials, American Heart Association, American Diabetes Association, Society of Physician Entrepreneurs, Rare Disease Day & Society of Nanoengineering.
Website: www.rubixls.com

Building Muscle: How HercuLean Meal Prep is Making American Healthy Again

 
 
Ben Canary, Co-Founder of HercuLean Meal Prep located in Indianapolis with a mission to help people live healthier lives through what they eat, namely through the right composition of macro nutrients joins eHealth Radio and the Fitness and Nutrition Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Ben Canary discuss the following:
HercuLean Meal Prep health-focused family story that includes a bodybuilder and Ben's background in food science and food regulation.
Why HercuLean Meal Prep has a high emphasis on Macro-Nutrientts and the reason the business has such a high focus on this concept.
How HercuLean fits into the trend of more people cooking at home and how they are clearly breaking the mold as well.
How the storefront in Indianapolis came all together and how the store is doing.
The plan for the future of meal prepping, health and the macro-nutritent concept.
 
HercuLean Meal Prep was founded in 2017 by two Indiana-born brothers, Nathan and Ben Canary, a bodybuilder, and a food scientist / self-taught chef. The “Macros Curated” mantra is embodied through the 23 meal options available on a subscription basis, for as little as $7. The HercuLean Meal Prep store opened in September 2017, and isolated at 3832 82nd Street in Indianapolis, Indiana.
 
 
Website: HercuLeanMealPrep.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/macros.curated instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/macros.curated

The Care and Feeding of Sensitive Skin

Laurie Neronha an award-winning herbalist, certified Acne Specialist, licensed esthetician since 1997 and an educator for Oncology Spa Solutions joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Skin Care Channels to discuss the care and feeding of sensitive skin.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Laurie Neronha discuss the following:
Statistics show that 44.6% of people report having sensitive skin. What does sensitive skin actually look like?
Could you tell us some of the triggers for sensitive skin?
What do you mean by “aggressive products”?
What is the best way to care for this kind of skin?
Are there products or ingredients that are helpful to use?
Summary: Limit exfoliation to no more than 1x per week, move the product, not your face, and check your diet! Anti-inflammatory diet will help. See a professional!
Since 1997 Laurie Neronha has been working full time as a licensed esthetician in Providence, RI. A longtime student of medical herbalism, aromatherapy and wellness, she has integrated her diverse knowledge into her daily work with clients.
In 2011 she became a certified Acne Specialist, and has cleared hundreds of clients of all ages with moderate to severe acne. Laurie has been quoted in multiple online and print publications, including SheKnows.com, Myhealthdaily.com, Slashedbeauty.com, Providence Journal, Rhode Island Monthly, East Side Monthly, and many others. Her television interviews have won several Pegasus Awards for content.
Currently she is a small business owner, and new recipient of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Scholarship program. As a regional educator for Oncology Spa Solutions she travels the East Coast training other spa professionals how to safely care for clients before, during and after anti-cancer therapies.
 
 
Websites: OncologySpaSolutions.com | www.viriditas.skincaretherapy.net
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/providenceskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wickedgoodskin Twitter: @ViriditasB