Weekly Dose of Wellness

Weekly Dose of Wellness


Latest Episodes

Vaginal Births After Caesarean (C-section) VBACs – Key Advice for Mothers
August 31, 2023

Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) refers to the vaginal delivery of a baby after a previous delivery by cesarean section. For many people, VBAC can be a safe and successful delivery option. The benefits of VBAC include a shorter stay in the hospital, fa

Nutrition During Cancer Treatment
August 30, 2023

Clinical Nutrition Supervisor, Crystal Vila RD, CNSC, CLT discusses the importance of nutrition during cancer treatment, what patients may experience, nutritional recommendations and resources available about specific cancer nutrition interventions.

The Effect that Too Much Screen Time Can Have on Children’s Physical and Mental Health
August 20, 2023

Excessive screentime can have a negative effect on a childs physical and mental health. Dr. Pal will discuss how too much screen time can result in depression, anxiety, mood and emotional dysregulation in children and the services offered at the Stramski

Menopause and Pelvic Pain – Is There a Connection?
August 02, 2023

Menopause is a natural part of the aging process. Perimenopause and menopause are triggered by hormones that fluctuate and decrease. A common symptom often associated with hormonal changes is pain. Dr. de Winter will address what causes pelvic pain during

Inflammatory Bowel Disease(IBD) and Kids – Recognizing the Symptoms
June 26, 2023

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is a chronic disease that describes conditions characterized by chronic inflammation of gastrointestinal tract of patients. IBD is usually diagnosed early, since many of the signs can be concerning to parents, such as abdo

How Does Cystic Fibrosis (Cystic Fibrosis) Affect Children?
February 27, 2023

Cystic fibrosis is an inherited disorder that causes severe damage to the lungs and digestive system. Cystic fibrosis requires daily care to manage, but improvements in screening and treatments have m

Why Choose the MemorialCare Heart & Vascular Institute
January 25, 2023

The MemorialCare Heart & Vascular Institute at Long Beach Medical Center offers the latest in advanced technologies, nationally recognized physicians, and innovative treatments to provide the complete

How to Slow Down Aging
January 18, 2023

As people age, the body begins to run less efficiently and problems start to become more frequent, both internally and externally. Aging is a part of life, but one can undergo different medical proced

How to Stay Safe from RSV
December 21, 2022

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) season started earlier this year, most likely due to isolation experienced during the pandemic. Learn tips on how to identify if your child has RSV, how to manage it

Nipple and Areola Preserving Mastectomies
December 12, 2022

Oncoplastic procedures have really taken off, specifically, nipple- and areola preserving mastectomies. Find out the benefits of nipple and areola preserving mastectomies and learn which candidates ar