Your Family's Health

Your Family's Health

Professor Jeanine Cook-Garard from the Nassau Community College Nursing Department discusses health issues concerning all of us.

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September 29, 2026 • 28 mins
Have you ever lost a battle with a snorer in your life? Or are YOU the snorer? Is it just an annoying habit, or could it be a sign of something more serious?  Dr. Jeanine Cook-Garard and Pandora Groth talk with Dr. Chelsie Rohrscheib, a neuroscientist and sleep expert, who is the Head Sleep Researcher at Wesper, the first longitudinal and wireless clinical-grade sleep testing and management platform, designed to help the world...
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They say you are what you eat... which is a little concerning if your lunch today came from a vending machine. But whether you're living on salads, sneaking cookies after dinner, or wondering why you crash every afternoon, the foods we eat can have a major impact on our blood sugar—even if you don't have diabetes. Today, we're talking about the surprising foods that can send blood sugar soaring, the ones that help keep it ste...
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Northwell Health recently cut the ribbon on the new Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery and Urology, opening a new hub for pediatric care for our area. Located at 1111 Marcus Avenue in New Hyde Park, the new location spans 17,000 square feet and features 26 exam rooms. To tell us more, Dr. Jeanine Cook-Garard and Pandora Groth talk with Dr. Jose Prince, the Senior Vice President of Chil...
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September 8, 2026 • 27 mins
As more Americans are using rapid weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, doctors are seeing a growing rise in hair thinning and accelerated hair loss — even among younger adults. How serious is this and what is the solution?  Dr. Jeanine Cook-Garard talks with Dr. Keith Kantor of Regen Therapeutics, who says that hair health is often directly connected to what is happening metabolically and hormonally throughout the body, and h...
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September 1, 2026 • 27 mins
Have you given any thought to who makes your medical decisions in an emergency? Today, we're talking about healthcare proxies, advance directives, and why these important conversations shouldn't wait until a crisis. Dr. Jeanine Cook-Garard talks with nurse practitioner, educator, and author Dr. Fern Baudo, whose book, If I Only Knew, helps families navigate some of life's toughest healthcare decisions.
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May 26, 2026 • 28 mins
Dr. Jeanine Cook-Garard learns about Colorectal Cancer, because a new study by the American Cancer Society shows that -- while overall cancer deaths in people younger than 50 in the United States has decreased since their last study -- only colorectal cancer mortality has increased, advancing it from the fifth most common cause of cancer death in the early 1990s to the first in 2023, seven years earlier than predicted. She speaks w...
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May 19, 2026 • 27 mins
Dr. Jeanine Cook-Garard talks with Julie Stevens, who at 43 years old, was given a stage 4 colon cancer diagnosis—and only a 14% chance of survival.  She hosts the podcast MOJO Rising... How to Make Cancer Suck Less - and is the author of MOJO Healing... How to Build a Holistic Healing Strategy and Maximize Joy. Julie is also the founder of Vedalife, a health tech startup developing "Ginger," an AI-powered nutrition plat...
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May 12, 2026 • 27 mins
One overlooked element of long-term success is proactive health planning, including fertility. Many people set goals for career, finances, and fitness, but rarely set goals for reproductive health until it becomes urgent. So why is fertility planning a success strategy, and what steps can you take RIGHT NOW to protect your fertility?  Dr. Jeanine Cook-Garard and Pandora Groth talk with Dr. Oluyemisi Famuyiwa, a National I...
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May 5, 2026 • 26 mins
Dr. Jeanine Cook-Garard and Pandora Groth learn about bigorexia, also known as muscle dysmorphia. While many people think of eating disorders as wanting to be smaller, this condition flips that idea, with individuals believing they’re never muscular enough, no matter how strong they become. So how do you recognize it — and when does healthy fitness cross the line?  They speak once again with Kara Becker, a certifie...
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April 28, 2026 • 27 mins
Dr. Jeanine Cook-Garard and Pandora Groth learn about eating disorders, including anorexia and bulimia. From warning signs you might miss, to the physical and emotional toll they take, we’re opening up an honest conversation - whether it’s for yourself or. someone you care about.  They speak with Kara Becker, a certified eating disorder therapist and the National Director of Eating Disorder Prog...
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April 21, 2026 • 27 mins
Dr. Jeanine Cook-Garard learns about Irritable Male Syndrome, where mood swings, low energy, and even a short fuse can be linked to hormonal changes like declining testosterone. We will find out exactly what it is, why it happens, and what you can do about it!  My guest today is Dr Justin Houman, Assistant Professor in the Department of Urology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California.
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April 14, 2026 • 28 mins
Dr. Jeanine Cook-Garard and Pandora Groth learn about menopause and midlife health — that magical stage of life where one minute, you’re fine, the next minute, you’re opening every window in the house because of a hot flash in January.  They speak with Dr. Vanessa Soviero, the Director of the Center for Menopause & Midlife Medicine of the Katz Institute of Women’s Health, Eastern Market. She is also...
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April 7, 2026 • 28 mins
Dr. Jeanine Cook-Garard and Pandora Groth talk with Owen Marcus, the founder and CEO of MELD - Men's Emotional Leadership Development. That’s an organization dedicated to improving men's emotional health and leadership through peer support and training.  He developed the MELD Method to help men cultivate emotional intelligence, enhance relationships, and reduce reactive leadership. He is also the author of Grow Up: A Man...
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March 31, 2026 • 28 mins
Millions of people are suffering from some kind of muscular pain daily.  Many have tried medications or shots that only cover the pain. Some do Physical Therapy but, they try to strengthen that muscle, however, it is already short and tight. So, what can be done to eliminate muscular pain?  Dr. Jeanine Cook-Garard and Pandora Groth talk with Diane Cherico, a Licensed Massage Therapist, a Medical Massage Practitioner&...
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Today we’re talking about what to expect when you’re expecting… at the hospital!! From check-in to check-out, contractions to cuddles, we’re walking you through what maternity patients should expect to experience.  Dr. Jeanine Cook-Garard and Pandora Groth talk with Petrinea McAlpine, a registered nurse who works in the maternity department at Katz Women's Hospital at LIJ Medical Center at Northwell He...
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March 10, 2026 • 28 mins
Back pain is the number one cause of global disability – and the total cost of treatment of lower back pain in the United States is over $100 billion annually.  Dr. Jeanine Cook-Garard and Pandora Groth talk with Esther Gokhale, creator of the Gokhale Method, a unique, systematic approach to help people find their bodies’ way back to pain-free living. She is the author of 8 Steps to a Pain-Free ...
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March 3, 2026 • 28 mins
If you’ve been feeling foggy or forgetful—you might be low on Vitamin B-12. Dr. Jeanine Cook-Garard and Pandora Groth talk with Dr. Majid Fotuhi, a neurologist, and adjunct professor at the Mind Brain Institute at Johns Hopkins and at the department of Psychology and Brain Sciences at George Washington University. He is also the author of The Invincible Brain.
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February 24, 2026 • 28 mins
Sobriety is hard—and recovery is a full-time job. Parenting is hard—and more than a full-time job. To talk about both topics, Dr. Jeanine Cook-Garard and Pandora Groth talk with Sarah Allen Benton, an Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor and Licensed Mental Health Counselor. She is Chief Clinical Officer and co-owner of Waterview Behavioral Health, and the co-owner of Benton Behavioral Health Consulting.  Sarah has ...
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February 17, 2026 • 28 mins
Dr. Jeanine Cook-Garard and Pandora Groth talk about fertility — rates are dropping, so we’re asking the expert: why is making babies getting harder than ever?  They speak with Dr. Marina Straszak-Suri, an experienced OBGYN and educator with over 30 years of experience in women’s health and fertility.  She’s the author of a new book called Optimize Your Fertility Naturally, which guides us through ...
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February 10, 2026 • 27 mins
Dr. Jeanine Cook-Garard talks to Sophia Aidiniou, a health education professor at Nassau Community College who collaborates with local health organizations to bring real-world experiences into their classroom. For over 15 years, she has been dedicated to raising awareness about organ donation, and she received the “Making a Difference in the Community” award for their efforts in saving hundreds of lives throughout her c...
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