Listen and learn in then second installment of our two part series on the growing Opioids addiction problem, when we learn about recognizing addiction in yourself or a loved one, what treatments are available and how to get help.
Some of the areas we explore on this show include;
Prescription drug Opioids addiction is a national problem. There has been approximately an 80% rise in Senior Citizens who suffer Opioids addiction problems and Overdoses in the past decade.
Every day more than 115 Americans die from Opioids overdose. That is the equivalent of a Jumbo Airliner going down and crashing in the U.S. every week! The estimated “economic burden” alone is approximately $78.5 Billion... Read More
Is your Mom or Dad not so steady on their feet anymore? Are they having to use a walker or are they getting around the house using the walls or furniture to steady themselves? Have they fallen recently… or are you losing sleep at night because you are afraid they will?
Well you are not alone and you have good reason to be concerned! Each year, more than 1.6 million older U.S. adults go to the emergency room for fall-related injuries. Among older adults, falls are the number one cause of fractures, hospital admissions for trauma, loss of independence, and injury deaths. Falls don't "just happen," and people don't fall just because they get older. Often, more than one underlying cause... Read More
“You have cancer” are the most chilling words anyone can hear from their Doctor. Wouldn’t it be great if there was a way to make the journey that starts with those three words less scary? Is someone you know fighting Cancer? Want help from someone who truly understands what you are going through?
In this podcast, join us with Cancare, a great organization that brings together Cancer Survivor volunteers with those undergoing cancer treatment, matching volunteer cancer survivors with people who have the same type of cancer and treatment so the patient has someone to talk to that has literally walked in their shoes. Listen as we learn about this wonderful organization.
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Frequent heartburn and acid reflux not only is a painful state to be in for a person, but chronic GERD can lead to esophageal cancer! Learn how heartburn may be much more serious than you believe with Dr. Chaudhry, surgeon with Previty Clinic for Surgical Care and Medical director of Bariatric surgery at Bay Area Regional Medical Center on The Senior Answer
Dr Chaudhry says that “Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, or GERD, can be a debilitating condition for those suffering from it. A condition known as Barrett’s esophagus can develop over time in 10-15% of people with GERD as the lining of the esophagus is damaged from long-standing GERD. It has been shown that 1 in 200 people... Read More
Podiatry isn’t just about ingrown toenails and bunions and can make a real difference in both the health and quality of life for seniors! Our guest expert is Dr Liz Kroboth with South Shore Podiatry.
For the past twenty four years, Dr. Kroboth has practiced Podiatric Medicine and Surgery in the Greater Houston Area. You can learn more at www.southshorepodiatry.com
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Incontinence ruining your quality of life? Ready to take control of your life again and get your control and independence back? Listen as The Senior Answer’s special guest Dr Marcus Aquino, Colo-Rectal Surgeon, sheds light on new therapy that can bring bowel and urinary incontinence under control so you can get rid of those embarrassing diapers and pads! This life changing therapy is approved and paid for by Medicare and many Advantage plans!
Among the topics discussed on this show are;
• What is Incontinence?
• What causes Incontinence?
• Traditional treatments and coping mechanisms
• New Treatment Options
• Over the counter electrical stimulators?
• Medtronic... Read More