Cleveland Clinic Health Talk Podcast

Treatment options for hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism

healthinfo@ccf.org (Cleveland Clinic Patient Education) — Wed, 4 Aug 2010 12:08:07 -0400

The thyroid gland acts like a car’s accelerator. Having too much thyroid hormone is called hyperthyroidism, while having too little is called hypothyroidism. Find out about treatments.

Osteoporosis, fatigue and kidney stones - what are my parathyroids doing?

healthinfo@ccf.org (Cleveland Clinic Patient Education) — Wed, 4 Aug 2010 12:07:45 -0400

Parathyroid glands regulate levels of calcium in the blood. Abnormal calcium levels often result from benign tumors of one or more of the parathyroid glands. Surgery is a very successful treatment.

Is it really your thyroid?

healthinfo@ccf.org (Cleveland Clinic Patient Education) — Wed, 4 Aug 2010 12:07:33 -0400

Your symptoms suggest hypothyroidism, but the lab tests say no. Other culprits could be sleep apnea, depression, and pituitary problems.

Joint pain evaluation and innovative treatments

healthinfo@ccf.org (Cleveland Clinic Patient Education) — Wed, 4 Aug 2010 12:07:19 -0400

Joint pain is disabling. Innovations include partial joint transplants, meniscus transplants, and needle releases. Find out about new treatments for knees, ankles, hands, and for scoliosis.

Functional strengthening following hip and knee surgery

healthinfo@ccf.org (Cleveland Clinic Patient Education) — Wed, 4 Aug 2010 12:07:06 -0400

Clinically-based physical therapy (PT) after surgery is more effective than only exercising at home. Find out how PT can take you back to complete functioning.

Telemedicine: What is it and what are the benefits?

healthinfo@ccf.org (Cleveland Clinic Patient Education) — Wed, 4 Aug 2010 12:06:49 -0400

Imagine being on a cruise ship and needing an exam from your doctor in Cleveland. Sophisticated equipment allows for just these types of virtual consultations.

Become a nonsmoker

healthinfo@ccf.org (Cleveland Clinic Patient Education) — Wed, 4 Aug 2010 12:06:33 -0400

Tobacco treatment is more than quitting smoking - it also means not chewing or dipping tobacco. Find out about physical, behavioral, and counseling aides.

Are you at risk?

healthinfo@ccf.org (Cleveland Clinic Patient Education) — Wed, 4 Aug 2010 12:06:01 -0400

In the U.S., some 40,000 people per year get oral, head, and neck cancer. Risk factors include tobacco use, alcohol use, and infection with HPV.

Ten Ways To Lower Cardiac Risk In Type 2 Diabetes

healthinfo@ccf.org (Cleveland Clinic Patient Education) — Wed, 9 Jun 2010 10:00:00 -0500

Diabetic care involves lowering cardiovascular event risk, especially by controlling blood pressure and cholesterol. Do exercise, eat healthy, and don't smoke.

What's New in Diabetes Medications?

healthinfo@ccf.org (Cleveland Clinic Patient Education) — Wed, 9 Jun 2010 10:00:00 -0500

Several injectable and oral medications are used to treat diabetes. Different drugs work in different places in the body. The DPP-4 inhibitors are newer products.

Beyond the Carbs: Heart Healthy Eating With Diabetes

healthinfo@ccf.org (Cleveland Clinic Patient Education) — Wed, 9 Jun 2010 10:00:00 -0500

Heart healthy eating requires budgeting calorie intake, along with fat and sodium intake. Find tips on the TLC eating plan and the Mediterranean diet.

Interventional Spine Procedures for Back Pain

healthinfo@ccf.org (Cleveland Clinic Patient Education) — Wed, 9 Jun 2010 11:00:00 -0500

Back pain from discs, joints, and muscles can be brought on by activities of daily living. Treatment might include spinal or joint injections.

The Benefits of Acupuncture For Back Pain

healthinfo@ccf.org (Cleveland Clinic Patient Education) — Wed, 9 Jun 2010 11:00:00 -0500

Acupuncture, part of traditional Chinese medicine, is a very old and safe therapy. Acupuncture is often combined successfully with traditional treatments for pain.

Back Pain: When Is Surgery Appropriate

healthinfo@ccf.org (Cleveland Clinic Patient Education) — Wed, 9 Jun 2010 11:00:00 -0500

You need a good rapport with your surgeon before back surgery. Surgery is always the last-line therapy and mostly permanent, so be clear on risks and benefits.

Insomnia and Obstructive Sleep Apnea:

healthinfo@ccf.org (Cleveland Clinic Patient Education) — Mon, 17 May 2010 10:00:00 -0500

If you don't get 7 to 8 hours of sleep each night, you might have problems during the day. A sleep study can diagnose problems like insomnia or obstructive sleep apnea.

What's Causing My Headaches?

healthinfo@ccf.org (Cleveland Clinic Patient Education) — Mon, 17 May 2010 10:00:00 -0500

Some headaches are just headaches, while some are symptoms of other problems. Find out about tension headaches, migraines, cluster headaches, and what to do if you have new symptoms.

The Obesity Epidemic: Fuel For Colon Polyps and Cancer

healthinfo@ccf.org (Cleveland Clinic Patient Education) — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 08:00:00 -0500

Colon cancer and obesity are epidemic in the U.S, and obesity is a modifiable risk factor for colon cancer. Get screened and maintain a normal body mass index.

Weight Loss For Life: What Works and What Doesn't?

healthinfo@ccf.org (Cleveland Clinic Patient Education) — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 08:00:00 -0500

Obesity increases health risks and costs. Treatment options always involve eating less and moving more, but may include drugs or surgery.

Probiotics and Digestive Health: Worth Their Weight in Gold or Cost You A Goldmine for Nothing?

healthinfo@ccf.org (Cleveland Clinic Patient Education) — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 08:00:00 -0500

There are ongoing trials involving the use of microbial therapies in digestive disease. These interesting therapies include probiotics, prebiotics, and certain parasites.

Knowing Your Family History of Colon Cancer Can Save Your Life

healthinfo@ccf.org (Cleveland Clinic Patient Education) — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 08:00:00 -0500

It is important to know your family history of colon cancer and certain types of polyps. Knowing ages and types of disease can improve screening and prevention.