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Healthcasts
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Joseph Serio, PharmD, Pharmacy
How Do I Properly Dispose of My Unwanted Medications?
Do you have unused or expired medications? Joseph Serio, PharmD, Pharmacy, gives advice on how to dispose of these medications properly.
Dr. Laurie Bridger, Internal Medicine
What Can I Do to Manage My Allergy Symptoms?
Dr. Laurie Bridger, Internal Medicine, offers some tips about how to reduce your exposure to allergens as well as medications available to help you deal with your symptoms.
Michael Goulet, PT, MHP, CRA, Manager, Diagnostic Imaging
What is the Difference Between a Radiologist and a Technologist?
Michael Goulet, PT, MHP, CRA, Manager, Diagnostic Imaging, explains the difference between a radiologist and technologist including who will give you the results of your images.
Dr. Christopher Bunick, Dermatology
How Can I Prevent and Treat Dry Skin?
Dr. Christopher Bunick, Dermatology, discusses a three-step approach to preventing dry skin as well as tips to treat dry skin.
Lisa Kimmel, RD, Being Well at Yale
How Can I be Successful Managing My Weight?
Lisa Kimmel, RD, Being Well at Yale, discusses strategies for successful weight management through sustainable lifestyle changes.
Dr. David Smith, Internal Medicine
What is White Coat Hypertension?
Dr. David Smith, Internal Medicine, discusses the phenomenon known as "white coat hypertension" as well as ways to be sure you are getting accurate blood pressure readings.
Michelle Brei, APRN, Pediatrics
Childhood Obesity
Michelle Brei, APRN, Pediatrics, discusses the growing problem of childhood obesity in America. She shares some of the lifestyle factors that can lead to childhood obesity as well as some tips to help prevent it.
Helen Dzujna, PA-C, Internal Medicine
How Can I Clear Sinus Congestion?
Helen Dzujna, PA-C, Internal Medicine, shares at-home remedies for clearing sinus congestion including nasal sprays, neti pots and decongestants.
Fran Batesole, RN, Assistant Nurse Manager, Preventive Health
What Immunizations Should I Have as an Adult?
Fran Batesole, RN, Preventive Health, discusses which immunizations the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend for various adult age groups.
Tom Brady, PA-C, Specialty Services
How Can I Treat a Sprained Ankle?
Learn some simple techniques to treat a sprained ankle at home as well as how long ankle sprains last. Tom Brady, PA-C, also discusses treatment options if you have had multiple ankle sprains.
Hannah Deck, APRN, Pediatrics
How Can I Keep My Kids Dafe During the Summer?
Hannah Deck, APRN, offers some summer safety tips to help make sure you and your children have a fun and safe summer.
Peter Steere, RPh, MBA, Assistant Director, Pharmacy
What Are Generic Medications?
Peter Steere, RPh, MBA, discusses how medications become generic as well as how the Yale Health Pharmacy moves the medication along with its brand name to the appropriate tiers when a generic becomes available.
Christiane Nockels-Fabbri, PA-C, PhD, Internal Medicine
How Can I Prevent Tick Bites and Lyme Disease?
Christiane Nockels-Fabbri, PA-C, shares some tips for preventing tick bites and explains what to do if you find a tick on you.
James Laspino, RPh, Pharmacy
How to Read Your Prescription Label?
James Laspino, RPh, describes the information on your prescription label including the prescription number, medical record number and any warnings or directions for taking the medication.
Dr. Madeline Wilson, Chief of Internal Medicine
Patient-Centered Medical Home
Dr. Madeline Wilson discusses what it means for Yale Health to be recognized as a patient-centered medical home by the National Committee for Quality Assurance and how a patient-centered medical home operates.
Dr. Michael Rigsby, Medical Director
What is Yale Health?
Dr. Michael Rigsby gives an overview of Yale Health, not-for-profit, physician-led health plan that operates a medical center on the Yale campus
Cheryl Doebrick, PhD, Manager of Behavioral Health
Quitting Drinking Safely and Effectively
Cheryl Doebrick, PhD, shares advice on how to quit drinking, the withdrawal symptoms that may come along with quitting and the resources available to the Yale community.
Dr. Slawomir Mejnartowicz, Internal Medicine
How to Prevent Falls Among the Elderly?
Learn some simple tips that can help you prevent falls as you or your family members age. Dr. Slawomir Mejnartowicz offers several inexpensive measures that you can take to remain safe.
Michelle Brei, APRN, Pediatrics
How Can I Keep My Kids Fit in the Winter?
Michelle Brei, APRN, talks about how to keep your children active during the cold winter months. She also talks about expert recommendations regarding television, computer and video game usage.
Dr. Madeline Wilson, Chief of Internal Medicine
How Does Acute Care Work?
Dr. Madeline Wilson describes Yale Health's Acute Care Department including the services offered and how patients should utilize its services.
Dr. James Perlotto, Chief of Student Health
Sexually Transmitted Infections - Herpes
Dr. James Perlotto discusses one of the most common STIs including different types of herpes and how they are contracted.
Dr. Paul Genecin, Director
What is a Complete Physical Exam?
Dr. Paul Genecin describes a typical physical exam, guidelines for when you should get an exam as well as follow up exams or tests that may be needed.
Dr. James Perlotto, Chief of Student Health
Sexually Transmitted Infections - HPV
Dr. James Perlotto describes the symptoms of human papillomavirus (HPV), what tests are available as well as when someone should seek care from their primary care clinician.
Dr. Douglas Idelson, Chief of Pediatrics
When to Call Your Pediatrician
Dr. Douglas Idelson gives advice about when you should call your child's pediatrician based on parental instinct, your child's age and issues that require more prompt response.
Dr. James Perlotto, Chief of Student Health
Sexually Transmitted Infections - HIV
Dr. James Perlotto provides information on who is at risk, treatment options and describes the difference between being HIV-infected and being diagnosed with AIDS.
Dr. David Roth, Chief of Obstetrics & Gynecology
Your First Gynecological Exam
Dr. David Roth discusses when women should schedule their first gynecological exam, why the exams are important and what women should expect during the exam.
Dr. James Perlotto, Chief of Student Health
Sexually Transmitted Infections - Syphilis
Dr. James Perlotto gives a brief history of syphilis, the stages of the disease and how it is transmitted.
Dr. Ann Ross, Obestetrics & Gynecology
Understanding Perimenopause
Dr. Ann Ross discusses the signs and symptoms of perimenopause.
Dr. James Perlotto, Chief of Student Health
Sexually Transmitted Infections - Overview
Dr. James Perlotto gives an overview of sexually transmitted infections including prevention tips and treatment options.
Dr. David Roth, Chief of Obstetrics & Gynecology
What is a Pap Smear?
Dr. David Roth describes how a pap smear is done, who should get a pap smear and possible outcomes of a pap smear test.
Dr. James Perlotto, Chief of Student Health
Sexually Transmitted Infections - Gonorrhea and Chlamydia
Dr. James Perlotto talks about two of the most common sexually transmitted infections included the symptoms if left untreated as well as testing and treatment options.
Dr. Paul Genecin, Director
How to Prepare for a Complete Physical Exam
Dr. Paul Genecin discusses what you should do prior to your appointment for a physical exam.
