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Digital-exclusive health reports from WNYT NewsChannel 13 health reporter and anchor Dr. Benita Zahn.

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Digital-exclusive health reports from WNYT NewsChannel 13 health reporter and anchor Dr. Benita Zahn.

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Episodes

Girls on the Run

11/4/2021
Getting and keeping kids active is an ongoing challenge, but one that's being met by Girls on the Run. It's a national non-profit organization providing programming to strengthen third to eighth grade girls' social, emotional, physical, and behavioral skills with the ultimate goal of helping them to successfully navigate life. In short, it helps to empower them. Sarah Smith Syden in the executive director of Girls on the Run Capital Region and my Health Beat guest.

Duration:00:06:37

Eating for Immunity

11/2/2021
As we move into cold and flu season with COVID-19 concerns lingering, how would you like to pile high a plate of immunity? Yes, there are foods we can eat to boost our defenses against illness. Jill Edwards, director of education for the T. Coline Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies, is here with that healthy recipe.

Duration:00:06:38

Eating for Immunity

11/1/2021
As we move into cold and flu season with COVID-19 concerns lingering, how would you like to pile high a plate of immunity? Yes, there are foods we can eat to boost our defenses against illness. Jill Edwards, director of education for the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies, is here with that healthy recipe.

Duration:00:05:44

Eye Injuries

10/28/2021
More than 1 million people per year are affected by an eye injury and 90% of these injuries could have been prevented had the individuals been wearing protective eyewear. October is Eye Injury Prevention Month. So as we wrap up this month, I've invited optometrist Mike DiNapoli from DiNapoli Opticians to share some prevention pointers.

Duration:00:05:44

Low-Dose Aspirin

10/26/2021
A sweeping change to longstanding recommendation about the use of low-dose aspirin to prevent heart attack. Who does this impact and why the change? Cardiologist Dr. Lance Sullenberger is my guest to explain.

Duration:00:05:20

Feeding New York State

10/12/2021
Food insecurity was an issue before COVID. It's only been exacerbated since the pandemic hit. So how to get food to the hungry? That's at the heart of the mission of Feeding New York State and the partnerships it's formed to fill stomachs. Executive Director Dan Egan is here to talk about the work.

Duration:00:06:43

Medicare Annual Enrollment Period

10/12/2021
The changing color of the leaves is a reminder that it's time for our health insurance selections. The Medicare annual enrollment period has begun. If you’re eligible, what do you need to know? To help us sort things out is Dr. Joshua Ardise, medical director for Empire Blue Cross.

Duration:00:06:51

Sepsis

10/12/2021
When the body fights infection, we expect to get well. But sometimes there's an overactive response and in essence the body turns on itself. The result is sepsis. More than 1 million people develop sepsis in the country every year and 15 to 30% of them will die. That makes recognition of the problem a matter of life and death. Al Cardillo, president of the Healthcare Association of New York State, is here to help save lives.

Duration:00:07:48

Living with MS

10/12/2021
It's estimated 1 million Americans are living with multiple sclerosis. It's a disease that sees the body attack its own central nervous system. For some, the disease is unrelenting. Others experience periodic flares. So how does one live with this? Delaney Parker got the diagnosis 13 years ago and has now penned a book about a woman’s journey. It's called “Grace” and she's my Health Beat guest.

Duration:00:07:55

STRIDE

10/12/2021
The Olympians and Paralympians we cheered this summer are a reminder of what humans can achieve. We may never reach those heights, but with support and training we can all be our best -- including people with special needs. That's where STRIDE Adaptive Sports comes in. For decades, it's been living up to its mission that no one should be left behind because of a disability. Mary Ellen Whitney is the executive director and joins us with some big news to share about their facility in West Sand...

Duration:00:07:15

Back to School Mental Health

10/12/2021
We know this has been an emotionally difficult time -- especially for our children. That's why the Mental Health Association of New York State has a new program. Brandon Beachamp, the director of MHANYS School Mental Health Resources and Training Center, is here to fill us in.

Duration:00:08:27

Confusing COVID Information

10/12/2021
Sometimes it seems as if one medical journal contradicts another in a short span of time. How to know which is right? And are some just posting anything for a buck? Dr. Joe Bertino, the editor of the well-respected Journal of Clinical Pharmacology, helps us sort it out.

Duration:00:06:50

Triathlon

10/12/2021
It may seem crazy to some but the appeal of competing in a triathlon is growing. The event involves swimming, biking, and running. There is a variety of distances for these races but the fact remains the same, you have to cross the line after completing all those events. So who's toeing the line and why are more people doing it. Tommy Struzzieri the race director for Alpha Win, which organizes many of these races.

Duration:00:06:43

Medical Records

8/19/2021
Did you know you have the right to your medical records? But can you see all the records? And what about cost to obtain a copy? Dr. Joseph Sellers is the president of the Medical Society of the State of New York, and he's here with answers.

Duration:00:05:41

Getting People Vaccinated

8/12/2021
As the delta variant of the COVID virus continues sweeping across the country, the pressure mounts to get more people vaccinated. But how to get those opposed onboard? Dr. Joseph Sellers is the new president of the Medical Society of the State of New York -- and that's part of his mission. He's joins me now.

Duration:00:09:26

Ronald McDonald House

8/9/2021
When children battle life-threatening conditions, the strain on the family can be tremendous. For decades, the Ronald McDonald House in Albany has been a refuge for them -- providing housing and meals and supporting the families, so they can support their child. Now they have another place to spend time to recharge -- the Krantz Cottage in Lake George. Ronald McDonald House CEO Dr. David Jacobsen joins me to talk about it.

Duration:00:06:40

Chron’s Disease

8/2/2021
Crohn's Disease is an inflammatory disease that can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract. It can be mild to severe. Crohn's can occur at any age, but often is diagnosed between ages 15 to 35. As many as 780,000 people may be affected in the United States. One of the big questions they ask is what can I eat to control this? A new study sheds light on what may be the best diet. Dr. Robert Gianotti, a gastroenterologist at St. Peter's Health Partners is here with details.

Duration:00:06:36

Freihoffer’s Run for Women

7/29/2021
Races of all distances were converted to virtual events during the height of the pandemic. As much as runners love to run, part of the allure of racing is to be with others. Racing has returned and that means the Freihofer's Run for Women is back -- although now it's a late summer event. In addition, there's a training program. Race director Kristin Hislop joins me.

Duration:00:06:42

ADHD

7/26/2021
That school kids struggled during the pandemic has been well detailed. For children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, the challenges were even greater. What can we do to help them during the summer months prepare for the next school year? Dr. Theresa Cerulli is a neuropsychiatrist specializing in ADHD through her practice and position on the staff at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston. She's also mom to a daughter with ADHD.

Duration:00:06:31

Parkinson’s

7/26/2021
Aging can bring physical challenges. Now compound that with a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease. A number of programs have been developed to help keep this population moving, including dance and boxing. A new program done virtually has emerged called Coach Me Strong. Co-creator of the program Jeff Seckendorf.

Duration:00:05:52