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COPD or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, is a serious lung condition that makes you feel like you just can’t catch your breath and yet feel too full of air. Val Chang founder and president of the Hawai’i COPD coalition is in the studio sharing her personal story and what you can do if you or someone you love has COPD.
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Parkinson’s disease affects approximately 8000 Hawaii residents and causes both movement symptoms along with other changes in mood, speech, and more. Glen Higa the President of the Hawaii Parkinsons Association along with Kevin Lockette, physical therapist and Vice President are in the studio along with speech therapist Terry Kennedy talking about novel ways to help patients with this condition delay progression and improve overall function…. And maybe learn to play the harmonica in the process!
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That funny looking mole on your arm? Could it be skin cancer? Dr. Dylan Lee is in the studio, sharing his expertise in dermatology and how to know if something is serious, or is it okay to just keep an eye on it? Listen in to find out! -
Obstructive sleep apnea can affect much more than just your sleep, this condition can also contribute to heart arrythmias, high blood pressure, diabetes, energy levels and much more.Treating this can include a machine like a CPAP, and there have been a lot of advances in the types of masks and machines that are available. Maya Alba Nordstrom, NP is in the studio along with ENT surgical specialist Dr. Mary Worthen to share their expertise with a new option called INSPIRE, and how treating sleep apnea is crucial for improving health. -
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Grief - it's not a one time event, it's a lifelong process. Given all that's going on in the world, what can help to process the feelings of overwhelming grief in reaction to the challenges of life? Dr. Theresa Wee, a pediatrician with almost 4 decades of experience in the medical profession, shares her story of loss and finding her way through the pain to a new perspective on life. Learn how art and creativity might just be the answer for those who are dealing with the devastation of loss. -
The practice of medicine - is it just science, or is it an art? Dr. Allen Sussman, author of a new book entitled "Saving the Art of Medicine" believes it's a bit of both. Sharing his journey from a believer in the science-based studies of medical school and residency to the wisdom of many decades of practice, he shares his advice on how to make the practice of medicine a lifelong endeavor. In this day and age of burn-out from the medical profession and unfulfilled care needs of the patients, what could make an impact on improving the lives of others? Listen in to hear more. -
Melaca Cannella is a Health and Wellness Board Certified Nurse Coach who focuses her efforts on educating people about their medical conditions and working with them on helping to achieve their goals. She established the Sjogren's and Lupus Foundation of Hawaii in 2015 and has passionately served her community to help raise awareness and provide education and support. You can find her at alwaysbhealthynhappy@gmail.com. -
Dr. William Loui is a medical oncologist at Castle Adventist Medical Center, helping to address common myths about breast cancer, and share the latest facts and research that has changed the treatment course for this condition in the past few years. Listen in to hear the latest! -
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Val Chang, president of the Hawaii COPD coalition, is on the show to talk about the latest regarding COPD.
