Health Break
A podcast for UPMC Health Plan members, Health Break is your quick guide to caring for your mental and physical health, prioritizing wellness, and making the most of your health insurance plan. We’ve connected with experts across health care and health insurance to bring information you need—plus tips and ideas—to each episode. Find show notes and more information at upmchealthplan.com/podcast
Episodes
Knowing your network is key when it comes to using your health insurance. Listen in to learn why it’s good to stay in-network when you get care—and tools that can help you do it.
Visit upmchp.us/HealthBreakEP48 for show notes and additional information.
Keeping asthma in check can feel daunting if you or a loved one has it. Understanding asthma, its triggers, and how to treat and manage it can help you breathe easier.
Visit upmchp.us/HealthBreakEP47 for show notes and additional information.
Learn what you can check off your health insurance to-do list as you get ready for your parenting journey.
Visit upmchp.us/HealthBreakEP46 for show notes and additional information.
Many people think that statins are used only to lower cholesterol. This class of medications can do much more. Learn how statins work and who can benefit from them.
Visit upmchp.us/HealthBreakEP45 for show notes and additional information.
Brush up on everything you need to do to take care of your mouth and teeth as an adult. Learn about oral health basics and beyond.
Visit upmchp.us/HealthBreakEP44 for show notes and additional information.
Get a complete overview of osteoporosis so you can take action. Tune in to learn about this condition, from causes and risks to diagnosis and treatment.
Visit upmchp.us/HealthBreakEP43 for show notes and additional information.
Dr. Maria Guyette takes a Health Break to talk with us about preparing for flu season and why we need to be vaccinated against the flu each year.
Visit upmchp.us/HealthBreakEP42 for show notes and additional information.
Dr. Robert Rutkowski takes a Health Break to explain respite care, how it works, and what resources are available for caregivers in Pennsylvania.
Visit upmchp.us/HealthBreakEP41 for show notes and additional information.
Rebecca Ballentine takes a Health Break to review the next steps you should take after an ER visit.
Visit upmchp.us/HealthBreakEP40 for show notes and additional information.
Dr. Johanna Vidal-Phelan takes a Health Break to explain mental and behavioral health for kids and teens.
Visit upmchp.us/HealthBreakEP39 for show notes and additional information.
Laura Kelsch and Robin Bernens take a Health Break to explain ways to care for body and mind before and after giving birth.
Visit upmchp.us/HealthBreakEP38 for show notes and additional information.
Tish Rohan takes a Health Break to share details on the RxWell mobile app for UPMC Health Plan members.
Visit upmchp.us/HealthBreakEP37 for show notes and additional information.
Dr. Johanna Vidal-Phelan takes a Health Break to discuss why vaccines are important at every stage of childhood.
Visit upmchp.us/HealthBreakEP36 for show notes and additional information.
Dr. Margarita Zuley takes a Health Break to talk about breast health and share steps to take for breast cancer prevention.
Visit upmchp.us/HealthBreakEP35 for show notes and additional information.
In this episode, we’re taking a Health Break to discuss home health supports with Josh Rosman, certified registered nurse practitioner.
Visit upmchp.us/HealthBreakEP34 for show notes and additional information.
Dr. Anthony DeFail takes a Health Break to share why it’s important to have an action plan if you have a chronic condition.
Visit upmchp.us/HealthBreakEP33 for show notes and additional information.
Mandi Batykefer takes a Health Break to tell us about who the care managers are at UPMC Health Plan, and what they do to support members.
Visit upmchp.us/HealthBreakEP32 for show notes and additional information.
Dr. Robert Rutkowski takes a Health Break to provide an overview of some of the primary warning signs for type 2 diabetes or obesity in children and teens, and strategies for creating healthy lifestyle habits to avoid a diagnosis.
Visit upmchp.us/HealthBreakEP31 for show notes and additional information.
Ray Prushnok takes a Health Break to uncover the social determinants of health that may be affecting you, and the support available to help you.
Visit upmchp.us/HealthBreakEP30 for show notes and additional information.
Dr. Amanda Gabarda takes a Health Break to discuss some of the challenges working mothers face, and how to receive support from your health insurance.
Visit upmchp.us/HealthBreakEP29 for show notes and additional information.
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