Health Yeah! With Monica Robins
Health Yeah! with Monica Robins The health questions you're dying to ask but too embarrassed to say out loud? Monica asks them for you. From WKYC studios in Cleveland, veteran health correspondent Monica Robins breaks through the awkward silence surrounding your most pressing health concerns. No topic is off-limits. No question too uncomfortable. What you'll get: - Real talk with leading medical experts who aren't afraid to get specific - Answers to the health questions that keep you up at night googling symptoms - Honest conversations about the taboo topics other shows won't touch - Raw, unfiltered discussions that treat you like the informed adult you are Monica's been Cleveland's trusted health voice at 3News for three decades, and now she's bringing that same fearless curiosity to conversations that matter. Whether it's the symptoms you're too mortified to mention, the procedures you're terrified to research, or the wellness trends you're not sure you should trust—she's got you covered. Your health deserves straight answers. Monica delivers them. --- Monica Robins is not a medical doctor. All content is for informational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for medical information.
Episodes
November 20, 2025 • 15 mins
A Phase 1 clinical trial at Cleveland Clinic has shown that a single infusion of gene-editing therapy can significantly and permanently reduce cholesterol and triglyceride levels in patients whose conditions don't respond to standard medications.
The trial results, presented Saturday November 8, 2025 at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2025 and published simultaneously in the New England Journal of Medicine, sh...
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November 5, 2025 • 14 mins
Lung cancer remains one of the most prevalent cancers in the United States, affecting more people than breast, ovarian, and colon cancers combined. Yet misconceptions about who can develop the disease persist, according to Dr. Laurie Matt-Amaral, a medical oncologist at Cleveland Clinic Akron General.
"We see a lot of patients who get diagnosed with lung cancer and have never been a smoker," Dr. Matt-Amaral said during a recent in...
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October 24, 2025 • 18 mins
The biggest misconception about breast cancer continues to surprise Dr. Megan Miller almost daily in her practice at University Hospitals.
"I don't have a family history of breast cancer. Nobody in my family has ever even had a breast problem. Why do I have breast cancer?" Miller, a breast surgical oncologist, hears this question regularly from patients who are shocked by their diagnosis.
The reality, she explains, is that the va...
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October 1, 2025 • 17 mins
Medical research funding in Northeast Ohio continues to face significant challenges, with federal grant approval rates dropping to historic lows while private donations increasingly fill critical gaps in clinical trial support.
Dr. Theodoros Teknos, President and Scientific Director of University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center, reports that while NIH and NCI funding levels have remained stable, the competition for grants has inte...
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September 30, 2025 • 10 mins
When the Cleveland Browns take the field in London, fans may notice the familiar sights of an NFL game—the blue medical tent, sideline personnel monitoring every play, and medical staff ready to respond at a moment's notice. What they won't see is the months of complex preparation that goes into ensuring player safety remains identical whether a team is playing at home or thousands of miles away.
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September 25, 2025 • 12 mins
Men of color face unique health challenges, but help is available. Men of color in Cleveland face a dangerous myth that could be costing lives: the belief that they must "tough it out" until health problems become unbearable before seeking medical care.
Dr. Randy Vince, director of minority men's health at University Hospitals in Cleveland, says this mentality prevents early detection of serious conditions like hypertension, diab...
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September 10, 2025 • 14 mins
Researchers have conducted a rigorous clinical trial examining LSD as a treatment for generalized anxiety disorder, with results published in the Journal of the American Medical Association showing promising outcomes for patients who have struggled to find relief with existing medications.
Cleveland Clinic psychiatrist Dr. Brian Barnett, who participated in the multi-site study, says the findings address a critical gap in mental h...
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July 17, 2025 • 17 mins
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention identifies drowning as the second leading cause of unintentional injury deaths for children ages one to 14, with 4,000 deadly unintentional drownings occurring annually. However, these tragedies are preventable with proper precautions and awareness.
The National Weather Service emphasizes a simple but critical message for flooding situations: "Turn around, don't drown." Driving or walk...
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July 6, 2025 • 18 mins
# Summer Safety: Essential Health Tips for Hot Weather
Summer brings fun, but also serious health risks! Learn how to stay safe during heat waves and protect yourself from summer dangers.
🌡️ **Key Topics Covered:**
• Heat is the #1 weather killer in the U.S. (1,200+ deaths annually)
• How medications react to extreme heat
• Pregnancy risks during heat waves
• West Nile virus prevention
• Food safety tips for BBQs
• Heat exhausti...
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March 4, 2025 • 19 mins
THE SILENT THREAT: Understanding Brain Aneurysms Before It's Too Late
Every 18 minutes in America, someone's life changes forever when a brain aneurysm ruptures. This week on Health Yeah!, Monica Robins explores the terrifying reality of these "silent ticking time bombs" that affect 1 in 50 people—with women and those under 50 being particularly vulnerable.
Did you know nearly 7 million Americans are currently living with an unrupt...
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March 4, 2025 • 27 mins
FROM COUNTERCULTURE TO CLINIC: The Surprising Medical Renaissance of Psychedelics
They fueled the Summer of Love, inspired musical masterpieces of the 60s and 70s, and brought technicolor euphoria to the rave scenes of the 80s and 90s. But psychedelics have always had a darker side—with bad trips sometimes ending in tragedy.
So why are these controversial substances now being seriously investigated by the medical community?
In this...
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February 18, 2025 • 22 mins
Ever wonder if Grandma's wisdom was actually backed by science? On this episode of Health Yeah, we're diving deep into those age-old health remedies you've heard since childhood. Does chicken soup really have healing powers? Should you actually starve a cold and feed a fever? And what about that apple keeping the doctor away?
Join us as we separate fact from fiction and explore the fascinating science behind these popular health sa...
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January 8, 2025 • 25 mins
Some call vaccines the greatest medical advance of the last century, other question whether or not we really need them. It's a touchy subject made more complicated with a lot of misinformation. In this episode, we go straight to an expert, Amy Edwards, M.D., a pediatric infectious disease expert at Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital who gives us straight talk, explains some of the misconceptions and gives you information to b...
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November 25, 2024 • 19 mins
"K-Clarity: Exploring Ketamine's Therapeutic Frontiers"
Episode Teaser: From Party Drug to Promising Medical Treatment
In the wake of actor Matthew Perry's tragic death, ketamine has been thrust into the national spotlight, sparking a complex conversation about a drug with a multifaceted history.
What is Ketamine?
Developed in the 1960s, ketamine is a powerful anesthetic with a remarkable journey from surgical operating rooms to ni...
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October 14, 2024 • 22 mins
Many of us have put COVID-19 in the rear view mirror. But that's not possible for the millions impacted by the condition known as Long Covid. That's when a range of symptoms still persist long after the infection has resolved. This episode explores why that is and what's being done to help those still suffering. Plus how long covid symptoms differ between adults and children.
Monica Robins is not a medical doctor. All conte...
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October 9, 2024 • 17 mins
You bought the back to school supplies, the clothes and other essentials. Experts advise don't overlook those wellness appointments, and that begins with updated vaccinations. But more and more parents are deciding against vaccinating their kids, we discuss this topic. And what about when your child needs to take medication to school? Experts explain the best way to handle those issues as well as when is the right time to keep ...
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October 7, 2024 • 19 mins
Imagine right now in your body – the very thing that’s supposed to protect you against viruses and infection – is attacking the healthy organs in your body…
Literally fighting itself.
That’s what happens for millions of people with autoimmune diseases.
One of those diseases is lupus.
We’ll show you hope is on the horizon and introduce you to a woman undergoing this life changing therapy.
Monica Robins is not a medical doctor...
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September 30, 2024 • 18 mins
Vasectomy…just hearing the word makes most men cringe.
It's a decision many men, including younger ones have opted for to limit their odds of fatherhood.
This week – we'll explore the reasons behind the spike in men getting snipped…
Plus-- what couples need to know about their sex lives after a vasectomy…
And is it true that March is a popular time for vasectomies due to March Madness? Or is that just an old urban legend? O...
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September 23, 2024 • 21 mins
Let's talk about sex. Really. It’s all about sex today and we’re going deeper into the subject.
We’re talking about a condition most men don’t want to talk about -- erectile dysfunction or E-D.
We explore what it is, what causes it and how to prevent it.
But it’s also more than just sex sometimes problems in the bedroom can signal something more serious.
We’ve all seen the commercials promising to reverse E-D.
We’ll see w...
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September 2, 2024 • 19 mins
As kids head back to school, it's time to talk about kids and sports.
There are so many benefits to being an athlete -- but it can also come with its challenges…
This week we take a closer look at what student athletes and parents need to know to make it a successful school year..
From how much is too much when it comes to sports and extracurricular activities….
To what are the limits for parents and how do you know when and ...
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