Vitality Med Practice & Wellness Solutions of Community Health Nursing

Welcome to Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy. I’m your pharmacist, Paul White. We’re glad you joined us. Before we begin, I’d like to thank our sponsors, Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and Liquidations.

Today Brad and I are broadcasting from our administrative offices and our guest is Marna Revlock, Certified Nurse Practitioner at Vitality Med and Professor of Community Health Nursing at Kent State Stark Campus.

Do you remember a time when you had abundant energy and felt vibrant?  When you slept well, you didn’t need caffeine, you were able to consume foods that didn’t result in weight gain.  If you did gain weight you could make some easy adjustments and lose it fast.  As we age, things change.

Perhaps you are struggling to recall words easily or you are wishing you were experiencing that passionate spark with your spouse or loved one.  Are you wondering what happened?

The Mayo Clinic has published studies that show changes in hormone levels and metabolism as we age. When you were younger, hormones like thyroid, estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA, and pregnenolone were produced in abundance and in balance, but aging and stress can deplete many of the hormones that kept your body young, healthy, and strong.  The good news is that they can be replaced with Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT).  Bioidentical hormones are not magic, they do not cure all diseases, but they can restore your body to a healthier place, similar to when you were younger. This morning we will talk with Marna about BHRT and the services offered at Vitality Med. 

We’d like to remind our listeners that today’s program is also available on our podcast. Look for Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy in your favorite podcast asp and please subscribe.

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Tune in to Learn More About the BHRT and the Services Offered at Vitality Med:

• Why is hormone replacement therapy controversial?

• What did we learn as result of the Women’s Health Initiative study that was halted in 2002?

• What is the difference between the bioidentical hormones as opposed to the commercially made hormones?

• What does the research currently say about hormone replacement?

• What type of symptoms do people experience throughout their life that might indicate a hormone imbalance?

• Why is it important to maintain hormone balance as you age?

• What are the benefits of bioidentical hormones during menopause?

• Do men go through menopause?

• When should be hormones is tested?

• Is hormone testing just for women, or does hormone imbalance also affect men?

• What type of patient would benefit from hormone replacement?

• How do you arrive at choosing a therapy and a dosage level for a patient?

• What methods do you use to monitor patient progress and customize the therapy to meet the individual needs of each patient?

• Do you only focus on drug therapy, or do you incorporate other tools in your wellness approach?

• How is Vitality Med different than a traditional doctors office?

Thank you to our guest Marna Revlock Certified Nurse Practitioner at Vitality Med and Professor of Community Health Nursing at Kent State Stark Campus. We would like to remind our listeners, if you suspect you have a medical issue, please contact your healthcare provider. Thanks to our sponsors Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and LIquidations. As always, we thank our listeners for joining us on Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy.

Have a healthy week and we’ll see you again next Friday right here on News Talk 1480 WHBC.

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The Services Offered at Yanke Bionics

Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy. I’m your pharmacist, Paul White. We’re glad you joined us. Before we begin, I’d like to thank our sponsors, Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and Liquidations.

Today Brad and I are broadcasting from our administrative offices and our guest is Roger Marzano, Vice President of Clinic Services and Certified in Prosthetists, and Orthotists, and managing comprehensive Pedorthic Patient Care.

At Yanke Bionics, their philosophy is that life should be lived to its fullest extent.  It’s about a spirit, a winning life, and accept no limitations.  Their mission is to help patients attain their personal goal.  Whether a prosthetic or orthotic device is needed, Yanke Bionics can help create a customized bionic device that enables patients to enjoy their favorite activities whether it’s walking, running, dancing, playing golf, or climbing mountains ….. even after the patient has lost a limb. Today we will talk with Roger about the services offered at Yanke Bionics and how they can help you achieve your personal goals.

We’d like to remind our listeners that today’s program is also available on our podcast which can be downloaded from the app store on your mobile phone. Look for Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy and you can listen to any of our programs, anytime.

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Tune in to Learn More About the Services Offered at Yanke Bionics:

• How Yanke Bionics improved lives?

• How has technology changed in the field in the 40 years you have been doing this?

• How has the insurance / reimbursement for these types of services been impacted by Medicare and 3rd party insurers?

• What do you see changing or improving for those with physical challenges in the future?

• What do you see as the next big health crisis that we may be faced with in the years to come?

• I know that Yanke Bionics has a fabrication facility that features CAD/CAM manufacturing in Akron.  Can you tell our listeners about that facility and how it improves the services you are able to provide?

• Where and how can the listeners of this program that need the services of Yanke bionics arrange to be seen?

• How many locations does Yanke bionics operate in Ohio and what are the normal hours of operation?

Thank you to our guest, Roger Marzano Vice President of Clinic Services and Certified in Prosthetists, Orthotists, and managing comprehensive Pedorthic Patient Care. We would like to remind our listeners, if you suspect you have a medical issue, please contact your healthcare provider. Thanks to our sponsors Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and LIquidations. As always, we thank our listeners for joining us on Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy.

Have a healthy week and we’ll see you again next Friday right here on News Talk 1480 WHBC.

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Robotic Colorectal Surgery is better than Traditional Surgery!

Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy. I’m your pharmacist, Paul White. We’re glad you joined us. Before we begin, I’d like to thank our sponsors, Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and Liquidations.

Today Brad and I are broadcasting from our administrative offices and our guest is Dr. Chase Beach, General Surgeon at Aultman General Surgery.

Aultman general surgery specializes in general surgery with a wide scope of procedures, including the latest in robotic assisted surgeries for the highest level of comprehensive surgical care.  State of the art treatments include robotic assisted minimally invasive procedures, colon and rectal cancer surgeries, comprehensive breast care, abdominal and gallbladder procedures, and hernia surgeries.  This morning we will talk with Dr. Beach about robotic surgery and other procedures provided by Aultman General Surgery.

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Colorectal Cancer Symptoms:

• Constipation

• Bleeding from the Rectum

• Blood in the Stool

• Diarrhea

• Changes in Stool Color

• Changes in Stool Shape, such as Constricted Stool

• Too much Gas

• Abdominal Cramps

• Abdominal Pain

Benefits of Robotic Colorectal Surgery

• Reducing Pain and Trauma

• Less Bleeding

• Less Postoperative Suffering

• Fewer Scars

• Shorter Clinical Stay

• Faster Improvement and Return to Work

Tune in to Learn More About the Colorectal Cancer & Benefits of Robotic Surgery and Procedures:

• What types of procedures do you perform at Aultman?

• Does colorectal cancer affect a lot of people?

• What are the common risk factors of colorectal cancer?

• Does diet impact colorectal health?

• Does obesity or other health conditions play a role in colorectal health?

• Is it true that colorectal cancer is the only preventable type of cancer if it is detected early enough?

• How can colorectal cancer be detected?

• Should everyone have a colonoscopy?

• Is robotic-assisted surgery conducive to this type of condition?

• When it comes to robotic-assisted surgery in general, are there risks, or complications associated with robotic surgery vs. traditional surgery?

• Do robotics seem to be expanding, and is it the way of the future in surgery?

• During surgery, where are you positioned in relation to the robot?

• What other types of surgery can be done robotically?

• What are some of the differences between robotic and laparoscopic procedures?

Thank you to our guest, Dr. Chase Beach, General Surgeon at Aultman General Surgery. We would like to remind our listeners, if you suspect you have a medical issue, please contact your healthcare provider. Thanks to our sponsors Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, Jenior Appraisals, and Liquidations. As always, we thank our listeners for joining us on Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy.

Have a healthy week and we’ll see you again next Friday right here on News Talk 1480 WHBC.

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How We Keep Our Heart Healthy?

Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy. I’m your pharmacist, Paul White. We’re glad you joined us. Before we begin, I’d like to thank our sponsors, Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and Liquidations.

Today Brad White and I are broadcasting from our administrative offices and our guest is Dr. Ataul Qureshi, Cardiologist at Aultman Deuble Heart & Vascular Hospital, and Cardiovascular Consultants.

February is American Heart Month.  Why do we observe American Heart Month every February? Well, every year more than 600,000 Americans die from heart disease. The number one cause of death for most groups, heart disease affects all ages, genders, and ethnicities. Risk factors include high cholesterol, high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, and excessive alcohol use. This year’s Heart Month theme is Take up a Heart Healthy Habit. You can pick a new heart-healthy habit like jogging or substituting sodas with water and try to stick to it for a whole month.

We would like to challenge you to a very important heart health habit:  Understand your medication and take it as prescribed.  Did you know that nationally only 30% of patients take their blood pressure medications correctly? 

If you struggle with taking your medication correctly, let us help you manage your medication refills and pack them in individual dose packs to help you follow one of the most important health habits – taking your medication correctly! 

We’d like to remind our listeners that today’s program is also available on our podcast which can be downloaded from the app store on your mobile phone. Look for Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy and you can listen to any of our programs, anytime.

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How to maintain a healthy heart habits?

• Eat Healthy Foods

• Maintain a Healthy Weight

• Completely Quit Smoking

• Stay Away from Secondhand Smoke

• Control Cholesterol and Blood Pressure

• Drink Alcohol in Moderation

• Manage Stress

• Get Physically Active

• Taking Medicine to Lower the Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke

Tune in to Learn More About the Heart Healthy Habit:

• What is congestive heart failure?

• What are some common conditions that lead to heart failure?

• Who is typically at risk for heart failure?

• Are there measures people can take to prevent heart failure and cardiac disease in general?

• What are the common signs of heart failure and are they the same for men and women?

• Is it more common for women to overlook symptoms than men?

• What happens if a pregnant woman has hypertension?

• How does smoking lead to heart failure?

• Does vaping have the same effects as cigarettes?

• What about those affected by secondhand smoke?  Do these people commonly have issues?

• What are some of the latest developments in heart failure diagnosis and treatment?

• Which developments have had the most impact on the patients?

Thank you to our guest, Dr. Ataul Qureshi, Cardiologist at Aultman Deuble Heart & Vascular Hospital, and Cardiovascular Consultants. We would like to remind our listeners if you suspect you have a medical issue, please contact your healthcare provider. Thanks to our sponsors Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and LIquidations. As always, we thank our listeners for joining us on Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy.

Have a healthy week and we’ll see you again next Friday right here on News Talk 1480 WHBC.

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Healthy Living & Healthy Lifestyle Tips

Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy. I’m your pharmacist, Paul White. We’re glad you joined us. Before we begin, I’d like to thank our sponsors, Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and Liquidations. Today Brad and I are broadcasting from our administrative offices.  Today our show is all about you. We have an exciting new program to share with our listeners today, as well as responses to questions our friends and neighbors posted on our Facebook pages.

It’s hard to consider a “Top 10” list and not think of David Letterman. Did you know his first “Top 10 list” was on his show on September 18, 1985, that very first top 10 list was “The top ten words that almost rhyme with peas.” There is of course a top ten list of David Letterman’s best top 10 lists which include favorites like “the Top 10 ways the country would be different if Britney Spears was president.”

Today we are going to talk about our Top 10 tips to help each of you stay healthy, live your best life, and accomplish all those things that bring you joy. I’m not sure our list would have ever made it to the David Letterman show, but we know we can help you save money and be healthy.

We’d like to remind our listeners that today’s program is also available on our podcast in your favorite podcast app. Look for Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy and please subscribe!

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Tune in to learn more about healthy living & maintaining a healthy lifestyle:

• Why need to know your pharmacist and use a local pharmacy?

• What is “PA” or Prior Authorization in Medications?

• What are some tips for good sleep hygiene?

• If a prescription had expired, how anyone gets a refill without a new prescription?

• How can we help if the patient gets frustrated because they want to go on vacation but it isn’t time to pick up their refills?

• What are the recommended supplements for healthy living and lifestyle?

• If you have diabetes, why diabetes screenings are so important, and how to get one?

• Why do you need to Stay Current on Immunizations?

• Why do you need to understand your medication, what it is for, how to use it, and if there are any special directions?

The top 10 tips for healthy living and maintaining a healthy lifestyle:

• Tip #1 – Know your pharmacist and use a local pharmacy.

• Tip #2 – Ask your pharmacist for the lowest price on your prescriptions.

• Tip #3 – If you have diabetes – test regularly!  Over 11% of the population has diabetes and it can be expensive to treat and manage.

• Tip #4 – Pay attention to your sleep and aim for the recommended 7 hours of sleep per night.

• Tip #5 – Stay current on your immunizations.

• Tip #6 – Support your immune system. 

• Tip #7 – Follow your doctor’s directions especially as they relate to taking your medication.

• Tip #8 – Manage your chronic conditions. 

• Tip #9 Education! Make sure you understand your medication.

• Tip #10 – Enjoy life!

Thank you for listening today! We hope you will check out our new Medicine Center Pharmacy Drug Savings Program and let us help you save money. We would like to remind our listeners if you suspect you have a medical issue, please contact your healthcare provider. Thanks to our sponsors Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and LIquidations. As always, we thank our listeners for joining us on Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy.

Have a healthy week and we’ll see you again next Friday right here on News Talk 1480 WHBC.

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SERVICES OF THE MEDICINE CENTER PHARMACY

• REFILLS

• COVID TESTING

• EASY DOSE PACKS

• EASY MAX BLOOD GLUCOSE MONITOR

• GET STARTEDLAB TESTS AND IMMUNIZATIONS

• LONG TERM CARE

• PRESCRIBERS SCHEDULE APPOINTMENT

Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy. I’m your pharmacist, Paul White. We’re glad you joined us. Before we begin, I’d like to thank our sponsors, Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and Liquidations. Today, pharmacist Brad White and I are broadcasting from our administrative offices. Today our show is all about you. We have an exciting new program to share with our listeners today, as well as responses to questions our friends and neighbors
posted on our Facebook pages.

After all, who doesn’t want to save money on prescriptions? If you have used SingleCare or Good Rx to help save money on prescriptions, you know it isn’t always easy. You have to go to their website, print a coupon or save it on your phone to show your pharmacist. Or maybe you can join their program and “save even more.”

Wouldn’t it be nice to simply trust your pharmacist to offer you the lowest price available? Today we would like to introduce a simple, easy way to save money at your local Medicine Center Pharmacy. You don’t have to spend time visiting a website, waste time and money printing coupons, and hope the pharmacy you use will accept them. You simply talk to one of our friendly staff members and ask if there is a better price…… it’s that easy! The Health Matters Drug Savings Program.

Today, 66% of the US population takes one or more prescription medications and among that group of the population, on average they take four prescriptions a day. It is a sad statistic to share, but 30% of Americans have skipped a medication or refill because it is too expensive. If a patient has a co-pay for their medication, especially a generic, oftentimes we find they are paying 100% of the expense of the medication and their insurance isn’t paying anything at all. Those are the medications where patients may have the best chance of paying less if they ask for our cash price.

You might be surprised to learn that most insurance companies are encouraging their members to look for the lowest price.  Some even allow members to turn in their receipts for reimbursement.  We encourage patients to check with their insurance company and see if they will reimburse for cash prescriptions and apply them to any deductible if allowed.

Example of some of the potential savings at Medicine Center Pharmacy:

If we have diabetes, we may be on Metformin 1000 mg. A common co-pay for a 30-day supply is $5.75. We are offering a 90-day supply for $10.00. So, instead of paying $5.75 for 3 months, a total of $17.25 – you can simply pay $10.00 for a 90-day supply and save $7.25 in addition to saving two trips to the pharmacy.

Atorvastatin is another common medication. An average co-pay for a 30-day supply is $9.00. We are offering a 90-day supply of Atorvastatin for $10.00. So, instead of paying a total of $27.00 for a 3-month supply, you can simply pay $10.00, save $17.00, and two trips to the pharmacy. Customers need to talk to a staff member at Medicine Center Pharmacy and ask for a price quote; it’s that easy!

Over 150 of the most common generic medications prescribed are included in this list.  There are medications in all major disease state categories including allergies, diabetes, gastrointestinal, men’s and women’s health, etc.

We hope that every customer will take a moment to talk with one of our pharmacists and feel comfortable asking for the best price on any medication they are prescribed. We may not be able to provide a lower price on every medication, but we are happy to help.

Not only do not have to pay a monthly fee at Medicine Center Pharmacy but also don’t have to pay an annual Prime Fee to even be eligible to get the lowest prices!  But I am happy to remind our listeners that like Amazon Prime, we do deliver for free within a radius of each of our stores!

The high deductible plans were created with the intent of making consumers more cost-conscious about health care because they are paying more out of pocket than in traditional health plans. In our marketplace, the average deductible is approaching $3,000.00. In addition to low-priced prescriptions, we offer low-cost health screenings including A1C, Vitamin D, Thyroid TSH, Lipid profiles, and covid tests. We even offer free blood pressure checks to every customer who asks. Please check out the full list of services we offer on our website: medshoprx.com

The patient has the right to choose. Any patient that is concerned about their medication expenses are invited to participate in this program and simply has to ask the pharmacy for the cash price.

In some cases, if a Medicare patient has a deductible and they pay cash for a prescription, it may not apply towards meeting their deductible. However, consider that most drugs on this list are only $10 for a 90-day supply and due to the low dollar amount, the patient may not be concerned that it did not apply toward their deductible.

That is a really good point. It is important for patients to have all of their medications at one pharmacy for many reasons. First, so there is a complete record of all their medications to check for interactions, but the second and equally important reason is to have a personal relationship with their pharmacist - a trusted healthcare professional.

It is also why we work hard to offer a complete and comprehensive review of all of your medications to help you maximize your savings while simplifying your life.

We are happy to share that our compound lab in New Philadelphia recently passed a rigorous re-credentialing process to remain an accredited compounding lab.

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Tune in to Learn About the Potential Savings, Medication Discount Program and Compounding Questions Answered:

• Example of some of the potential savings?

• Do customers need to present a coupon or a savings card to get these prices?

• Are there a lot of medications on our Drug Savings Program?

• What if someone looks at our list and their medication is not on the list?

• What about our friends on Medicare?  Can Medicare patients participate in our Drug Savings Program?

• What about diabetes testing supplies?

• What compounding is and provide some examples?

• How is a compounding pharmacy monitored and how can our patients be confident in the products that Medicine Center Pharmacy is compounding and dispensing?

• How does compounding benefit a patient?

• What exactly does the term “Bioidentical Hormone” means?

• Is hormone replacement therapy only for women?

• How can a patient know if their doctor or prescriber is aware of compounding?

• How can anyone reach out to Medicine Center Pharmacy Drug Savings Program or Compounding Service?

Thanks to our sponsors Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and LIquidations. As always, we thank our listeners for joining us on Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy.

Have a healthy week and we’ll see you again next Friday right here on News Talk 1480 WHBC.

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Positive Impact Donating Blood Has On People’s Lives

Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy. I’m pharmacist, Paul White. We’re glad you joined us. Before we begin, I’d like to thank our sponsors, Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and Liquidations. Today Brad White and I are broadcasting from our administrative offices and our guests are Allyson Blake from Aultman Laboratory Services at the Canton Campus and Lori Leonard, Injury Prevention and Outreach Coordinator for Aultman Trauma Services. 

Many people believe that most blood is needed after major disasters. However, daily personal emergencies and the ongoing medical needs of thousands of patients require a constant and ready blood supply. It’s the blood already on hospital shelves that saves lives.  Today there is a critical need for blood donations and we would like to dedicate our show to sharing information about blood donations.

When you donate blood, you’re part of something bigger than yourself. It is a simple act and the ultimate pay-it-forward moment.  Please enjoy our show today as we talk with Allyson and Lori about the process of donating blood, the safety precautions in place and the positive impact donating blood has on people’s lives. We understand there is a critical need for blood across the nation. What does that mean and how many people need some type of blood product in the United States?

Every day in the U.S., patients in hospitals, surgical centers, and emergency treatment facilities need approximately:

• 36,000 units of red blood cells

• 7,000 units of platelets

• 10,000 units of plasma

We’d like to remind our listeners that today’s program is also available on our podcast which can be downloaded from the app store on your mobile phone. Look for Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy in your favorite podcast app and please subscribe.

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Tune in to Learn About the Blood Donations, Processes & Safety Precautions

• How many products do people receive or have transfused each year?

• What blood type do hospitals most request and why?

• How many people in our population actually have O-negative and O-positive blood types?

• Why is blood donation critical to saving lives?

• Is donated blood used whole for everyone? What are the components of blood?

• What red blood cells are and what do they do in our bodies?

• How are donated red blood cells used for patients who need them?

• How platelets are important for recipients?

• What types of patients receive platelets?

• What is plasma and how is it used to treat patients?

• What is cryoprecipitate and how is it used for treatment?

• What do white blood cells do in our bodies?

• What are granulocytes?

• Who benefits from receiving blood transfusions or infusions of the components of blood?

• Why is there a shortage of blood?

• How have hospitals responded to the blood shortages?

• Where can our listeners donate blood?

• How do we find a local blood drive?

• Can you explain the donation process and how much time someone should allow donating?

• How often can a person donate blood?

• What happens to the blood after donation?

• How do you know that blood is safe for a recipient?

• How long can donated blood be stored for future use?

Thank you to our guests, Allyson Blake from Aultman Laboratory Services at the Canton Campus and Lori Leonard, Injury Prevention and Outreach Coordinator for Aultman Trauma Services. We would like to remind our listeners if you suspect you have a medical issue, please contact your healthcare provider.

Thanks to our sponsors Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and LIquidations. As always, we thank our listeners for joining us on Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy.

Have a healthy week and we’ll see you again next Friday right here on News Talk 1480 WHBC.

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In this weekly podcast episode, We will talk with Dr. Drake and learn about the Causes, Risk factors for Alzheimer’s, along with Diagnosis and Treatment. 

Risk Factors for Memory Loss Alzheimer's Disease, Diagnosis & Treatment

Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy. I’m Pharmacist, Paul White. We’re glad you joined us. Before we begin, I’d like to thank our sponsors, Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and Liquidations. Today Brad White and Paul White are broadcasting from our administrative offices and our guest is, Dr. Ryan Drake, Neurologist at Neurocare Center and Principal Investigator at Neuroscience Research Center. Dr. Drake is board certified in neurology, neuromuscular medicine, and electrodiagnostic medicine.

Early intervention is critical so it is important that we learn how to recognize signs and symptoms that we should bring to our doctor’s attention.

Dementia is a general term for memory loss and other cognitive abilities serious enough to interfere with daily life. Alzheimer's disease accounts for 60-80% of dementia cases and today more than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease.

Alzheimer’s kills more than breast cancer and prostate cancer combined, with deaths from Alzheimer’s increasing 145% since the year 2000. While Alzheimer’s is a familiar term, more than 80% of Americans know little about or are not familiar with mild cognitive impairment, which can be an early stage of Alzheimer’s.

We’d like to remind our listeners that today’s program is also available on our podcast which can be downloaded from the app store on your mobile phone. Look for Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy and you can listen to any of our programs, anytime.

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Tune in to Learn About The Risk Factors, Diagnosis & Treatment of Memory Loss & Alzheimer's Diseases

• What is Alzheimer’s disease and how is it different from dementia?

• What causes Alzheimer’s disease?

• Are there stages of Alzheimer’s disease?

• How to do diagnose Alzheimer’s or other memory disorders?

• How many people have Alzheimer’s in our community?

• How does that compare to other diseases?

• What are the risk factors for Alzheimer’s?

• Is there anything we can do to prevent Alzheimer’s?

• What types of patients are enrolling in Alzheimer’s clinical trials?

• How long are clinical trials for Alzheimer’s?

• Are there any specific requirements for an Alzheimer’s trial?

• What does the future hold for Alzheimer’s research?

Thank you to our guest, Dr. Ryan Drake, Neurologist at Neurocare Center and Principal Investigator at Neuroscience Research Center. We’d like to remind our listeners if you suspect you have a medical issue, please contact your healthcare provider. Thanks to our sponsors Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and LIquidations. As always, we thank our listeners for joining us on Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy.

Have a healthy week and we’ll see you again next Friday right here on News Talk 1480 WHBC.

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How General People are Staying Healthy?

Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy. I’m your pharmacist, Paul White. We’re glad you joined us. Before we begin, I’d like to thank our sponsors, Aultman Health System, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and Liquidations. Today Brad and I are broadcasting from our administrative offices and our guest is James M. Adams, The Health Commissioner for Canton City Public Health.

If you have been watching or listening to the news lately, concerns of a “tripledemic” have been frequent headlines. There’s no scientific definition for this term; it simply refers to a collision of RSV, influenza, and COVID-19 to the extent that it might overwhelm hospital emergency departments. Listening to customers visiting our pharmacies there clearly is a high level of illness of all varieties in our communities. Today we will talk with Jim Adams about current illness levels in our communities, vaccines, preventative measures, and in general, staying healthy!

We’d like to remind our listeners that today’s program is also available on our podcast which can be downloaded from the app store on your mobile phone. Look for Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy and you can listen to any of our programs, anytime.

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Tune in to Learn More About How General People are Staying Healthy?

• How the community is currently faring and is anything new with respect to COVID?

• What symptoms might lead you to consider COVID?

• Where can our listeners get free COVID tests to have if needed?

• What are the recommendations for listeners who recently had COVID and are considering a booster?

• What symptoms are different between Influenza and COVID?

• If someone takes a COVID test and it is negative, should they assume influenza, and what should their next step be?

• Which might be fueling the higher rate of infection this flu season?

• What are the current recommendations for staying home to stop the spread?

• What is RSV and is it circulating in our community?

• What symptoms might present for RSV and when should parents or grandparents seek help from their pediatrician?

• What recommendations do you have to keep our children healthy?

• Why are we seeing a resurgence of some diseases like measles and polio that most of us considered a disease of the past?

• What message would like to share with our listeners regarding the safety and necessity of staying current with immunizations?

Thank you to our guest, Jim Adams, Health Commissioner for Canton City Public Health.  We’d like to remind our listeners, if you suspect you have a medical issue, please contact your health care provider. Thanks to our sponsors Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and LIquidations. As always, we thank our listeners for joining us on Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy.

Have a healthy week and we’ll see you again next Friday right here on News Talk 1480 WHBC.

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Discuss a Compassionate Journey and Share Insight

Welcome to Health Matters Weekly Podcast Episode with the Medicine Center Pharmacy. I’m your pharmacist, Paul White. We’re glad you joined us. Before we begin, I’d like to thank our sponsors, Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and Liquidations.

Today in the studio with me is Brad White, a compounding pharmacist and Executive Vice President of our Pharmacies.  Our guest is Chaplain Terry Livengood with Aultman Health Systems.

Chaplain Terry has completed his Clinical Pastor Education at St Vincent Charity Hospital in Cleveland. His Master of Theology is at Walsh University and he is a Certified Thanatologist. In this episode, Chaplain Terry is with us to discuss a compassionate journey and share his insight for those of us who are either faced with the journey ourselves or are journeying with a friend or loved one.

People who are suffering or nearing the end of life often have spiritual needs as compelling as their physical concerns.  That person might find peace by resolving unsettled issues with friends or family.  They might appreciate and find comfort in visits from social workers or counselors.  Many people find solace in their faith.  In addition, the friends and family members of the person who is suffering often find themselves wondering what to do, and how to help while also coping with their own feelings. 

We’d like to remind our listeners that today’s program is also available on our podcast which can be downloaded from the app store on your mobile phone. Look for Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy and you can listen to any of our programs, anytime.

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Benefits of Hospice Chaplaincy Services

Welcome to Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy. We’re glad you joined us. Before we begin, we would like to thank our sponsors, Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass,  and Jenior Appraisals and Liquidations. Today pharmacist Brad White & Paul White are broadcasting from our administrative offices and our guest is, Darrell Maze, Hospital Chaplain with Aultman Health Systems.

Hospice care is designed to help terminally ill people live out their final days in as much comfort as possible. The practical application of palliative care, in most cases, focuses on alleviating physical pain. But there are other elements involved. Emotional, Psychological, and Spiritual comfort all take on vital importance at the end of life. Faith may take precedence over everything else in these moments.

No matter what a hospice patient believes, the interconnected concepts of mind, body, and soul are deeply ingrained across most cultures. When faced with their own mortality, people often feel an urgent need to get their spiritual affairs in order. At its best, hospice care can allow patients to incorporate faith into their life during their final days as much or as little as they desire.

Today, Darrell will talk with us about his role as a Hospice Chaplain at Aultman Hospital. We’d like to remind our listeners that today’s program is also available on our podcast which can be downloaded from the app store on your mobile phone. Look for Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy and you can listen to any of our programs, anytime.

Tune in to Learn More About the Benefits of Hospice Chaplaincy Services:

• How did you get involved in becoming a hospice chaplain?

• What are some ways hospice chaplaincy may differ from hospital chaplaincy?

• What does a hospice chaplain do?

• Who might benefit from hospice chaplaincy services?

• What are some misconceptions about hospice chaplain services?

• How do you define spirituality and how it might differ from religion?

• What is a common question you encounter from patients?

• What is one of the main concerns patients in hospice have?

• How do you continue to stay open and engaged in this kind of work while dealing with so many deaths?

• What are some challenges you encounter in hospice as a spiritual care provider?

• How do you navigate the spiritual needs of the patients if they differ from that of their families?

• What are some indications that a person is experiencing spiritual distress?

• When are people more prone to have spiritual distress?

• How are spirituality and loss connected?

• What would you name as some of the biggest challenges in dealing with loss?

• How do you help a person who is questioning their spiritual beliefs?

• What are some tips you would give listeners on how to help people dealing with loss?

• What does preventative maintenance look like in handling loss during the holidays?

• What characteristics have you observed in individuals who cope well spiritually?

Thank you to our guest, Darrell Maze, Hospital Chaplain with Aultman Health Systems. We’d like to remind our listeners if you suspect you have a medical issue, please contact your healthcare provider. Thanks to our sponsors Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and LIquidations. As always, we thank our listeners for joining us on Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy.

Have a healthy week and we’ll see you again next Friday right here on News Talk 1480 WHBC.

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The Emergency Room And Urgent Care

Welcome to Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy. I’m your pharmacist, Brad White. We’re glad you joined us. Before we begin, I’d like to thank our sponsors, Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and Liquidations.

Today we are broadcasting from our administrative offices and our guest is, Dr. Jon Elias, Medical Director of Aultman Now Urgent Care. learn about the difference between the Emergency Room and Urgent Care, while also discussing common health concerns during this cold and flu season.

When these situations occur, we’re often faced with uncertainty about where to go for care, especially if the symptoms seem severe and our regular doctor’s office is closed. While the answer is not always simple, knowing the difference between a walk-in clinic, an urgent care center, and a hospital emergency room can make a huge difference, especially if you have a medical emergency.

We’d like to remind our listeners that today’s program is also available on our podcast. Look for Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy in your favorite podcast app and please subscribe.

Tune in to Learn More About the Difference Between The Emergency Room And Urgent Care in this Program:

• Urgent Care vs the Emergency Department.  How does a person know which place to go?

• When should a person visit their primary care provider instead of an urgent care?

• Should people have a primary care provider?

• What are the differences between the flu, Covid and the common cold?

• What are the treatments for cold, flu and covid?

• When are antibiotics appropriate to use in respiratory infections?

• Is there a risk to using antibiotics?

• How about respiratory conditions – how do you know when you should seek treatment?

• What are the pulmonary effects of colds, flu and covid?

• Is pulmonary rehab required for any of these conditions?

• During winter months you probably see other weather-related health conditions like falls and issues related to shoveling snow and being outdoors for long periods of time. What can our listeners do to avoid falls?

• Do you see people of all ages at risk for falling?

• How about health risks related to shoveling snow?

• What would you tell people who have health conditions about shoveling?

• Is there a risk to children and others of staying outside too long during cold weather?

• Is frostbite a major concern?

• Where are the Aultman Urgent care facilities located?

• How can people find out more information about hours, etc?

Thank you to our guest, Dr. Jon Elias, Medical Director of Aultman Now Urgent Care.  We’d like to remind our listeners if you suspect you have a medical issue, please contact your healthcare provider. Thanks to our sponsors Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and LIquidations. As always, we thank our listeners for joining us on Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy.

Have a healthy week and we’ll see you again next Friday right here on News Talk 1480 WHBC.

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Important Information About Fall Prevention

Welcome to Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy. I’m your pharmacist, Paul White. We’re glad you joined us. Before we begin, I’d like to thank our sponsors, Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and Liquidations.

Today Brad and I are broadcasting from our administrative offices and our guests are, Melissa Overly, RPh, Manager of the Medicine Center Pharmacy in Minerva, Ohio, and Michelle McCann, Physical Therapist with Aultman Therapy Services.  It’s a family show today as Michelle and Melissa are sisters working together to share important information about fall risks today. 

Fall prevention may not seem like a lively topic, but it’s important. Each year, millions of adults aged 65 and older fall.  Falls can cause moderate to severe injuries, but the most important message is that falls can be prevented.  Falls are often considered to be part of a syndrome. 

In other words, more than one thing may be causing the condition.  As a result, there is often a benefit from a team approach where various disciplines can contribute to the assessment and treatment of the condition.  Today, our discussion includes both a physical therapist and a pharmacist to get their perspectives on fall prevention. 

We’d like to remind our listeners that today’s program is also available on our podcast.  Look for Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy in your favorite podcast app and please subscribe.

Tune in to Learn More About the Perspectives on Fall Prevention in this Program:

• When we discuss fall prevention therapy, who should we be considering?

• How serious and costly are falling?

• What does fall prevention involve and what are the goals of a multidisciplinary approach to treating falls?

• What does a Physical Therapy Evaluation for falls look like?

• What a comprehensive medication review by a Pharmacist is?

• How can a comprehensive medication review by a pharmacist help prevent falls?

• What “deprescribing” is?

• What are the three main categories of medications that can directly impact falls, and can you share some examples in each category?

• What do you recommend if a patient is taking these medications and want to reduce their fall risk?

• For every potentially risky medication, what are some questions I should ask my family doctor or pharmacist?

• What should our listeners do or consider if they want to make their homes safer?

• How can we be best prepared in the event of a fall?

• How do you address the stigma that accompanies the use of assistive devices?

• What can happen after a fall?

• How do schedule a time to see a physical therapist?

• How can patients reach schedule a time for a consultation or comprehensive medication review?

Thank you to our guests, Melissa Overly, RPh, Manager of the Medicine Center Pharmacy in Minerva, Ohio, and Michelle McCann, Physical Therapist with Aultman Therapy Services We’d like to remind our listeners if you suspect you have a medical issue, please contact your healthcare provider. Thanks to our sponsors Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and LIquidations. As always, we thank our listeners for joining us on Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy

Have a healthy week and we’ll see you again next Friday right here on News Talk 1480 WHBC.

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Sinus and Allergy Treatments

Welcome to Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy. I’m your pharmacist, Paul White. We’re glad you joined us. Before we begin, I’d like to thank our sponsors, Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and Liquidations.

Today Brad and I are broadcasting from our administrative offices and our guest is, Dr. Aaron Brescia, Board certified Head and Neck surgeon from Ohio Head and Neck.

Allergic Rhinitis, also called hay fever, is an allergic reaction that causes sneezing, congestion, an itchy nose, and a sore throat. Pollen, pet dander, mold, and insects can lead to hay fever symptoms. Hay fever can make you feel awful, but you can find relief with lifestyle changes, allergy medications, and immunotherapy allergy shots.  This morning we will talk with Dr. Bresica about allergies, sinusitis, and Ohio Head and Neck Surgeon’s Ascent Surgery Center.

The Ascent Surgery Center means you and your family have a choice!  Your family’s ear, nose, and throat outpatient surgery can now be performed closer to home at the Ascent Family Surgery Center by the caring doctors at Ohio Head and Neck Surgeons. If you or a loved one suffer from allergies or sinusitis, you won’t want to miss today’s show as we discuss sinus and allergy treatments with Dr. Brescia.

We’d like to remind our listeners that today’s program is also available on our podcast. Look for Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy in your favorite podcast app and please subscribe.

Tune in to Learn More About the Pros & Cons of OTC Hearing Aids in this Program:

• What are the most common allergies?

• How do diagnose a patient with allergies?

• What are the best medications to treat allergies?

• What is allergy immunotherapy?

• How long do you need to be on allergy shots?

• Do allergies change over time?

• Are there conservative measures that can be used to treat allergies such as air filters, mattress covers, etc?

• Are sinus problems related to allergies?

• How are sinus problems diagnosed?

• What testing can be done to diagnose sinus issues?

• What medications do you recommend when treating sinusitis?

• What are the signs and symptoms of a sinus infection?

• How do I know if I have a cold or a sinus infection?

• Why are surgery centers better for most patients versus surgery in a hospital?

• Are there surgeries that don’t qualify for surgery centers?

• Can patients expect the same quality care in a surgery center as a compared to a hospital?

• Do patients have a choice where their surgery is performed?

• Will Ascent be a good place for children to have ENT surgery?

Thank you to our guest, Dr. Aaron Brescia, Board certified Head and Neck surgeon from Ohio Head and Neck Surgeons. We’d like to remind our listeners if you suspect you have a medical issue, please contact your healthcare provider. Thanks to our sponsors Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and LIquidations. As always, we thank our listeners for joining us on Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy.

Have a healthy week and we’ll see you again next Friday right here on News Talk 1480 WHBC.

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Pros & Cons of OTC Hearing Aids

Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy. I’m your pharmacist, Paul White. We’re glad you joined us. Before we begin, I’d like to thank our sponsors, Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and Liquidations.

Today Brad and Paul are broadcasting from our administrative offices and our guest is, Dr. Denise Testa, Audiologist with Hear The Possibilities.

Recently the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) permitted the sale of over-the-counter, or Over-the-Counter (OTC) Hearing Aids. OTC hearing aids are designed to treat mild to moderate hearing loss in adults 18 years and older.  This ruling is intended to help those who aren’t seeking help from a professional audiologist due to a variety of factors that could include embarrassment or cost.  This morning we will talk with Dr. Testa about OTC hearing aids, their pros and cons, and other valuable information.

We’d like to remind our listeners that today’s program is also available on our podcast.  Look for Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy in your favorite podcast app and please subscribe.

Tune in to Learn More About the Pros & Cons of OTC Hearing Aids in this Program:

• How does a potential customer know if the OTC hearing aids will actually help them hear?

• Why should consider OTC hearing aids?

• Why shouldn’t consider OTC hearing aids?

• What should be looking for when anyone goes to purchase OTC hearing aids?

• What are the pros and cons of OTC hearing aids?

• How much do OTC hearing aids cost?

• What is the adjustment period generally like for hearing aids and what should someone new to hearing aids expect?

• What are some of the most common problems people run into with hearing aids?

• How long can we expect hearing aids to last?

• Are there alternative devices other than hearing aids available to people?

• Do you see a rise in hearing loss due to headphones, etc. in young people?

• What are some things parents could do to help prevent hearing loss due to noise in their children?

• When does a person – child or adult – need to have their ears cleaned professionally?

• What can a person expect when they come into the office for a hearing exam or evaluation?

• How can ear wax affect hearing?  Are there long-term issues with wax buildup?

• How about hearing loss in adults?

• How can family and/or friends help those close to them who have hearing loss?

Thank you to our guest, Dr. Denise Testa, Audiologist with Hear The Possibilities.  We’d like to remind our listeners if you suspect you have a medical issue, please contact your healthcare provider. Thanks to our sponsors Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and LIquidations. As always, we thank our listeners for joining us on Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy.

Have a healthy week and we’ll see you again next Friday right here on News Talk 1480 WHBC.

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Dr. Sunitha Vemulapalli, with Aultman Hematology and Oncology

We Make to Help Live a Cancer-free Life

Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy. I’m your pharmacist, Paul White. We’re glad you joined us. Before we begin, I’d like to thank our sponsors, Aultman Health System, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and liquidations.

Today, Brad and I Paul are broadcasting from our administrative offices and our guest is Dr. Sunitha Vemulapalli from Aultman Hematology and oncology.

Hematology-oncology refers to the combined medical practice of hematology, the study of the blood’s physiology, and oncology the study of cancer. This type of medical diagnoses and treats cancerous blood disorders and manages symptoms of these diseases. Some diseases or disorders our listeners might be familiar with include leukemia, sickle cell disease, and clotting disorders. Now we are fortunate to talk with Dr. Vemulapalli to learn more about hematology, oncology, and the Timken Family Cancer Center.

We’d like to remind our listeners that today’s program is also available on our podcast. Just search for Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy in your favorite podcast app and please subscribe.

Tune in to Learn More About Hematology, Oncology & The Timken Family Cancer Center in this program:

• Difference between a hematologist and an oncologist?

• What is the hematologist/oncologist’s role in patient care? And do patients still see their primary care doctor?

• How to treat patients who may have a blood disorder but not cancer?

• What are the types of conditions and diagnoses you treat for cancer?

• How can patients help prepare themselves, both mentally and physically before they begin treatment?

• How to treat breast cancer patients?

• What infusion treatment is?

• How does Timken Family Cancer Center have to change your practice?

• Has the Timken Family Cancer Center made it easy to both provide and receive care?

• What are the risk factors for cancer?

• How important are genetics and family history in pre-disposing a patient of cancer?

• Can cancer be prevented?

• What lifestyle choices can we make to help live a cancer-free life?

• What cancer screenings are important to have on a regular basis?

Thank you to our guest, Dr. Sunitha Vemulapalli, with Aultman Hematology and Oncology. We’d like to remind our listeners if you suspect you have a medical issue, please contact your healthcare provider. Thanks to our sponsors Aultman Health Systems, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and LIquidations. As always, we thank our listeners for joining us on Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy.

Have a healthy week and we’ll see you again next Friday right here on News Talk 1480 WHBC.

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Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy. I’m your pharmacist, Paul White. We’re glad you joined us. It’s the 10th Anniversary of our Health Matters Show and the 45th Anniversary of Medicine Center Pharmacy. Now we are featuring a program about Medicare’s annual open enrollment period which begins October 15. Before we begin, I’d like to thank our sponsors, Aultman Health System, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and Liquidations. Today Brad and I are broadcasting from our administrative offices and our guest is Mike Novelli, Sales and Client Retention Specialist with Aultcare.

Medicare Open Enrollment period from October 15 thru December 7. What you may not know is that nationally, roughly 70% of Medicare patients do not review their plan during the open enrollment period. That can be scary and leave an opportunity to discover unwelcome or unwanted changes in coverage when they visit a doctor, pharmacy, or other providers in the new plan year.

Another fun fact is that Medicare Advantage Plans have become the way that most Medicare Patients are receiving their Medicare benefits. In August of 2022, 48% of Medicare beneficiaries chose to enroll in a Medicare Advantage Plan. Advantage Plans became popular because most offer benefits that are not covered by traditional Medicare.

We are fortunate to talk with Mike Novelli, from our local five-star advantage plan, PrimeTime Health Plan.  PrimeTime is locally owned and when you call, you will be talking to a neighbor or friend to help you understand your Medicare benefits and options.

Tune in to learn more about these topics in this program:

• What is AEP when it comes to Medicare plans?

• What type of changes do beneficiaries make during AEP?

• What happens if someone would miss the timeframe to change during AEP?

• Why is it important to review plan options?

• What is the benefit of having an Advantage plan over Original Medicare A & B?

• Are there any disadvantages of having an Advantage plan over Original Medicare A & B?

• What happens if the doctor is not in the network of the Advantage plan?

• What happens if anyone is on an Advantage Plan and goes on vacation?

• What if you have to go into the hospital while out of network?  Is that covered?

• If I join an Advantage plan and don’t like it, am I stuck with it forever?

• Explain prescription coverage or Part D coverage.

• What does it mean to find medication on a formulary?

Thank you to our guest, Mike Novelli, Sales and Client Retention Specialist with Aultcare.  We’d like to remind our listeners if you suspect you have a medical issue, please contact your healthcare provider. Thanks to our sponsors, Aultman Health System, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and Liquidations. As always, we thank our listeners for joining us on Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy.

Have a healthy week and we’ll see you again next Friday right here on News Talk 1480 WHBC.

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Welcome to Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy. I’m your pharmacist, Paul White. Our guest today is Shannon Urena, Physician Assistant from Aultman Medical Group Plastic Surgery.

Have you ever wondered about the term “plastic” surgery?  The term plastic surgery comes from the Greek language, and literally means reshaping or remodeling from the original flesh. 

Plastic surgery is a surgical specialty involving the restoration, reconstruction, or alteration of the human body. It can be divided into two main categories: reconstructive surgery and cosmetic surgery.  Today we welcome Shannon Urena from Aultman Medical Group Plastic Surgery and we will be discussing different types of plastic surgery.    

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We’d like to remind our viewers that today’s program is also available on our podcast which can be downloaded from the app store on your mobile phone. Look for Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy and you can listen to any of our programs, anytime.

Tune in to learn more about these topics in this program:

• Why did you pick plastic surgery as a specialty as opposed to another specialty?

• What is the role of a PA-C in plastic surgery?

• What are the thoughts on non-plastic surgeons doing plastic surgery procedures like Botox and Fillers?

• Do men get cosmetic surgery?

• Is there such a thing as trending procedures among men and women?

Thank you to our guest, Shannon Urena, PA-C from Aultman Medical Group Plastic Surgery. We would like to remind our listeners if you suspect you have a medical issue, please contact your healthcare provider. Thanks to our sponsor, Studio Arts, and Glass, and of course our technical producer, JD D’Angelis. As always, we thank our listeners for joining us on Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy.

Have a healthy week and we’ll see you again next Friday right here on News Talk 1480 WHBC.

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Radiation Treatment for Cancer Patients

Health Matters is a weekly radio show sponsored by the Medicine Center Pharmacy on WHBC 1480 AM in Canton, Ohio. In this episode, Paul White, Brad White, Dr. Steven Olyejar ( Aultman Radiation Oncology ), and Tina Biasella ( Vice President, Cancer Services ), and thanks to our sponsors Aultman Health System, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and Liquidations. discusses radiation treatment for cancer patients.

More than 14 million new cases of cancer are diagnosed globally each year; radiation therapy (RT) has the potential to improve the rates of cure for 3.5 million people and provide palliative relief for an additional 3.5 million people. These conservative estimates are based on the fact that approximately 50 percent of all cancer patients can benefit from Radiation Therapy in the management of their disease. 

A Radiation Oncologist is a doctor who specializes in providing radiation treatment to cancer patients.  They work closely with team members to create a treatment plan. We will talk with Dr. Olyejar and Tina about radiation treatments for cancer as well as the exciting news they have to share about the opening of Aultman’s new cancer center.

Today’s program is also available on our podcast.  Look for Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy in your favorite podcast app, and please subscribe.

Tune in to learn more about these topics in this program:

• What made you decide to specialize in radiation oncology?

• What kind of training did you need to specialize in radiation oncology?

• What types of cancers do you treat with radiation?

• Do you have a specific cancer type that you have an interest in or treat more of?

• When someone needs to have radiation, what types of treatment are available?

• What are the differences in those treatment types?

• How often and for how long do patients need to receive radiation?

Thank you to our guests, Dr. Jessica Olyejar, with Aultman Radiation Oncology, and Tina Biasella, Vice President, Cancer Services.  We’d like to remind our listeners, if you suspect you have a medical issue, please contact your health care provider.

Thanks to our sponsors, Aultman Health System, Studio Arts & Glass, and Jenior Appraisals and Liquidations. As always, we thank our listeners for joining us on Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy.

Have a healthy week and we’ll see you again next Friday right here on News Talk 1480 WHBC.

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Better Public Health in a Healthy Community

Health Matters is a weekly radio show sponsored by the Medicine Center Pharmacy on WHBC 1480 AM in Canton, Ohio. In this episode pharmacists, Brad White and James M. Adams (RS, MPH) Health Commissioner of Canton City Public Health discusses healthy lifestyles, researching the disease, injury prevention, and detecting, preventing, and responding to infectious diseases.

Public health is the science of protecting and improving the health of people and their communities. This work is achieved by promoting “Prevent, Promote, Protect.” Overall, public health is concerned with protecting the health of entire populations. 

Tune in to learn more about these topics in this program:

James M. Adams (RS, MPH)
Health Commissioner of Canton City Public Health

• What monkeypox is and what the risk is to the general public?

• What are the symptoms of MonkeyPox and how easily transmittable is it?

• What is important to know so that we can help friends, neighbors, or relatives who may be in this situation?

• What should we do to keep our school-age population safe?

• Getting both a covid vaccine and a flu vaccine at the same time?

Public health professionals try to prevent problems from happening or recurring through implementing educational programs, recommending policies, administering services, and conducting research—in contrast to clinical professionals like doctors and nurses, who focus primarily on treating individuals after they become sick or injured. Public health also works to limit health disparities.

A large part of public health is promoting health care equity, quality, and accessibility. James M. Adams and the staff of Canton City Board of Health deserve our thanks and appreciation for all they do to keep us and our community healthy.

We’d like to remind our listeners that today’s program is also available on our podcast which can be downloaded from the app store on your mobile phone. Look for Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy and you can listen to any of our programs, anytime.

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Thanks for listening today! We’d like to remind our listeners if you suspect you have a medical issue, please contact your healthcare provider. Thanks to our sponsor Health Commissioner of Canton City Public Health As always, we thank our listeners for joining us on Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy. 

Have a healthy week and we’ll see you again next Friday right here on News Talk 1480 WHBC.