Beaumont HouseCall Podcast

What's the fastest growing sport in America? It's good for your mind, body and soul. If you guessed pickleball, you're right. And if you've never played the game, it's time to pick up a paddle and reap the benefits of this amazing sport. Today's guest is Jeff Kline, Director of Sports Medicine at Corewell Health's Beaumont Hospital, Taylor. He'll break down the specific health benefits and provide tips on avoiding injuries.

If you’re thinking about traveling this year, you’re not alone. Domestic leisure travel is predicted to return to pre-pandemic levels and international travel is also showing signs of recovery. On this episode of the HouseCall Podcast, our health experts provide tips on staying safe and healthy on your next journey, while sharing some personal stories about their recent travel experiences. Research suggests travel is beneficial to your physical, mental and emotional health, so tune in and get ready to hit the road!

Dr. Shajahan invites four mental health experts on the podcast to share their advice on the small steps you can take to improve your mental well-being and how to support others in their journey. Topics include: • Shifting your mindset toward mindfulness (1:05) • The importance of sleep (5:30) • How nutrition affects mental health (10:20) • How moving our bodies helps mental health (14:35)

In this episode, we delve into some of the latest weight loss trends and take a closer look at two drugs specifically, Wegovy and Ozempic. Our guest, Dr. Dana Kerges, a family medicine doctor board certified in obesity medicine, shares valuable insights on the latest weight loss tactics and tips on safely shedding unwanted pounds. With obesity affecting 70% of American adults, it's crucial to address this issue as it is linked to various health complications. Whether you're struggling with weight loss or aiming to optimize your health, this episode is a must-listen.

1 person dies every 34 seconds in the U.S. from cardiovascular disease. Dr. Willie Lawrence, Cardiologist and Medical Director of Health Equity, joins the podcast to discuss heart disease, health disparities that exist in heart care and how certain risk factors can be addressed. Lifestyle issues, access to health care and management of chronic diseases, like hypertension, are also examined.

You don't need special certification or formal training to perform Hands-Only CPR, but you do need education. If a cardiac arrest happens to someone near you, don't be afraid. Just be prepared. On this episode of the HouseCall Podcast, our experts talk about how you could save someone's life through CPR, the use of AEDs and the importance of heart checks for student athletes.

Sepsis is a life-threatening medical emergency that affects 1.7 million Americans. Unfortunately, fewer than 15% of U.S. adults can readily identify the symptoms. The best treatment is timely recognition and timely management. On this episode of the HouseCall Podcast, Dr. Gilpin invites Dr. Paul Bozyk, pulmonary and critical care expert, and Jennifer Pipta, a sepsis coordinator, to shed some light on sepsis – the signs, symptoms and, most importantly, early recognition and treatment.

COVID-19 remains the third leading cause of death according to the National Institutes of Health and getting boosters in arms this fall could prevent an estimated 12 to 15% of deaths a month. The updated bivalent COVID booster is here and can restore protection that has waned since the previous vaccine by offering broader protection. Dr. Russ Lampen, infectious disease specialist, joins the podcast to answer common questions about this new vaccine and shares an update on the latest COVID trends.

“Do not judge me by my success, judge me by how many times I fell down and got back up again.” What does it mean to be resilient? Can it be learned? Does adversity play a role in resiliency? Dr. Darren Jones, Beaumont Health's chief of behavioral health, joins the podcast to answer these questions and more.

With over 500 cases and dozens of additional suspected cases, it’s likely you’ve heard of the multi-country outbreak of monkeypox that's currently occurring. The emergence of this unusual viral illness in countries where it normally doesn't exist has certainly been caused for heightened concern. Infectious diseases experts, Drs. Gilpin and Sims discuss the unusual epidemiological characteristics of this outbreak and the latest on the current monkeypox outbreak.