Health Headlines Podcast Series

Health Headlines Podcast Series

Do you want to learn more about a health topic or tips to stay well? Join us for our Health Headlines Podcast Series, where you will hear from physicians, nurses and other health care experts at Capital Health

Episodes

June 17, 2025
understanding-sleep-disorders-diagnosis-and-treatment

Dr. Callum Dupre, a board certified neurologist and medical director of Capital Health’s Center for Sleep Medicine, shares insights on how sleep disorders are identified and diagnosed. He also discusses available treatment options and highl...

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understanding-advanced-surgical-lung-cancer-treatment

Dr. McPherson, director of Thoracic Surgery and co-director of the Lung Center of Excellence at Capital Health Cancer Center, discusses advanced surgical treatment options for lung cancer, including who qualifies for surgery and how early d...

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understanding-headaches-and-migraines-and-when-to-see-a-doctor

Dr. Dwayne Brown, director of the Comprehensive Headache Center at Capital Institute for Neurosciences, discusses the different types and causes of headaches, how they can be treated, and when you should see a doctor.

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the-path-to-wellness-all-about-capital-health-s-wellness-center

Maria Fierszt, manager of the Capital Health Wellness Center at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell, provides an overview of the classes and services offered at the Wellness Center and how you can participate.

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colon-cancer-and-colonoscopiesDr. Mark Saxena from Capital Health Gastroenterology Specialists discusses the current guidelines for scheduling a colonoscopy, while Dr. Ashlee Godshalk Ruggles, colorectal surgeon from Capital Health Surgical Group, talks about the latest treatment options for ...
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when-to-use-virtual-primary-care-as-an-option-instead-of-urgent-careDr. Michael Stabile discusses ailments that can be scheduled as a Virtual Primary Care visit instead of urgent care.
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the-changing-guidelines-of-high-blood-pressureWhen is your blood pressure considered high? Learn about the most recent guidelines from the American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology and other organizations.
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lifestyle-strategies-to-manage-pre-diabetes-and-diabetesPre-diabetes is a condition that can lead to type 2 diabetes and heart disease. In this episode, we discuss risk factors, normal glucose metabolism, and changes in the body that can lead to pre-diabetes and diabetes, the relationship bet...
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gender-differences-in-heart-attack-symptomsMany women think the signs of a heart attack are unmistakable, but the fact is that they can be subtler in women and sometimes harder to recognize. Dr. Thanawala will discuss the most common heart attack symptoms, why women will sometimes experience ...
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how-to-recognize-a-heart-attack-and-the-importance-of-calling-911Dr. Lara Samson and Pamela Swiernik, BSN, RN, CCRN from our Chest Pain Center will discuss the importance of recognizing and responding to signs and symptoms of heart attack, why calling 911 instead of driving to an ER can make ...
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identifying-a-concussion-how-to-support-recoveryDr. Emil Matarese discusses how to Identify a concussion & how to support recovery.
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endovascular-treatment-of-strokeEvery year about 800,000 people have a stroke. Join endovascular neurologist, Dr. Pratit Patel, to learn what you need to know about the latest treatments and why getting fast treatment is so critical.
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your-aching-back-what-could-be-causing-your-back-pain-and-when-is-surgery-really-the-answerBack pain is a significant source of frustration for many people. It’s a leading cause of disability and is one of the most common medical problems, affecting millions of Americans. What causes back pai...
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how-to-be-f-a-s-t-if-someone-is-having-a-strokeDr. Daniel Landau discusses what a stroke is, how to recognize one as soon as possible and the quickest way to get treated.
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April 3, 2020
covid-19-factsDr. Mark Whitman shares the important facts you need to know about COVID-19.
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an-in-home-program-for-independent-seniorsDavid Dafilou, CIN explains the Capital Health Living program, the type of care provided, and the different services offered for independent seniors.
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preventing-and-detecting-gynecologic-cancerToo often gynecologic cancers (cancers in the female reproductive system) go undetected. Being proactive in your health and learning about gynecologic cancers may reduce your risk and identify ways to prevent cancer and to diagnose cancers in an earl...
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the-latest-multidisciplinary-approaches-for-treating-brain-tumorsDr. Navid Redjal discusses signs and symptoms of brain tumors, and the latest approaches toward prevention and treatment.
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