• Stop Hospital Infection Spread
    Feb 17 2023

    Update based on research hopes to improve and optimally stop the spread of infection in hospitals.  The number of hospital-acquired infections (HAI) previously called nosocomial infections is 1 in 31 patients in a healthcare setting! Doc's latest podcast shares insights. Listen Up!

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    8 mins
  • Direct Your Neurocognitive Health
    Dec 13 2022

    Dementia is an evergrowing diagnosis, in 2050 it is estimated that 152 million worldwide will be living with this neurocognitive impairment. Well, there are many causes including hereditary genes, you can do a lot to avoid such a diagnosis. Doc Handal's current podcast informs you what you can do to deter this condition. Your actions now no matter your age can make a difference.

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    7 mins
  • Alluring Caffeine
    Sep 15 2022

    Caffeine jump-starts your day and puts a bounce in your step. It can help you focus, improve your mood and maybe even help you live longer. It is a natural stimulant! Listen to Doc Handal's latest podcast and learn more about the caffeine breakdown metabolite  7MK is used in Denmark to improve nearsightedness in children, listen up!

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    8 mins
  • Hip Fractures & What You Eat
    Aug 18 2022

    Your diet whether vegetarian, pescatarian (vegetarian that eats seafood) or a meat lover, can influence whether or not you were at higher risk for hip fracture. A recent study revealed that women following a certain diet are at 33% higher risk. To learn more about this, by listening to Doc Handal's newest podcast.

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    7 mins
  • Bathe Everyday?
    Jul 19 2022

    Doc Handal's new podcast talks about our skin, the largest organ, and special considerations, if like 2/3 of all Americans, you bathe every day. Listen to this podcast to find out more about the ecosystem, the balance, the need for body odor removal, the presence of bacteria viruses, and fungus as well as the dangers of antibacterial soaps. She explains the need not to upset the process that our skin serves as a barrier and a defense

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    7 mins
  • Dial 988 For Mental Health Help
    Jun 21 2022
    Every 11 minutes someone dies from suicide in the US! The pandemic increased mental behavioral health challenges. New resources built on the 200 call centers now will allow just dialing 988 to reach the  'National Suicide Prevention Lifeline'. Replacing a 10-digit number. Listen to Doc's latest podcast on this new upcoming launch.
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    8 mins
  • Wound Closure Truths
    Mar 4 2022

    Doc Handal takes to the air with an insightful podcast conversation about repairing your torn skin. Sutures, stitches with needle and thread, staples, and adhesive glue are all possibilities but require considerations. These are a few ways to get  'split' skin back together, if too messy for mother nature. Today in this podcast you'll learn details about sutures, staples (you may be already had a few), and adhesive glue to repair skin trauma. 

     

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    9 mins
  • Pandemic Fatigue
    Jan 19 2022
    As a physician, I must speak out. This podcast is titled Pandemic Fatigue but it could easily have been titled Pandemic - My Opinion! I have blogged often on the topic of the SARS CoV2 virus. This podcast shares my frustration and disappointment with a medical issue so botched in a country that is supposed to be a world health leader. While not an all-out - I did exercise modest control. I have mentioned several issues laypersons must realize. My blogs throughout the pandemic have reflected the objective medical knowledge at the time of posting  Have a listen below or in your favorite podcast choice.

     

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    7 mins