Southern Remedy is Mississippi Public Broadcasting’s flagship wellness program dedicated to keeping Mississippians healthy. It consists of a weekday call-in radio show.

Email the show at kids@mpbonline.orgHost: Dr. Morgan McLeod, Asst. Professor of Pediatrics and Internal Medicine at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB: https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast In Legal Terms: Special Education 2025 podcastMyIR: Get Immunization Records and Forms Online from MS Department of Health County Health Departments Announce Clinics for School Immunizations MSDH Offers Back-to-School Records and Immunizations During One-Stop Event Get Back-to-School Ready: Purchase Your Child's Birth Certificate Online Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host(s): Dr. Susan Buttross, Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, and Abram NanneyTopic: If you're living on this earth you're getting older. Aging is often described in stages with gradual decline in almost every area but the way we think about aging can actually affect the way we age. Age truly is a state of mind. Today we'll be talking about ways that we can be old and truly stay vital, useful and happy, and do what we call "aging fiercely."You can join the conversation by sending an email to: family@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host: Jasmine T. Kency, M.D., Associate Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.Topic: Fatty Liver Disease and Metabolic SyndromeEmail the show: remedy@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Email the show at kids@mpbonline.orgHost: Dr. Morgan McLeod, Asst. Professor of Pediatrics and Internal Medicine at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB: https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcastToday's guest was Dr. Derrick Burgess Specialist in Orthopedic, Cartilage Restoration, Sports Medicine, Arthroscopy and Minimally Invasive SurgeryThe Friday Night Injury Clinic is available only during the regular high school football season.Located at UMMC Colony Park South in Ridgeland. Open Fridays, 9:30-11:30 p.m., or until the last student is seen.Walk-ins are welcome, but if possible, call ahead at (601) 815-4721. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Original Southern Remedy is hosted by Dr. Jimmy Stewart, professor of internal medicine and pediatrics at UMMC. If you have a question for Dr Jimmy, email it to remedy@mpbonline.org. In this episode, Dr. Jimmy answers a variety of health questions ranging from proper hydration tips, pain management and more.If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host(s): Dr. Susan Buttross, Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, and Abram NanneyTopic: The dog days of summer are here and though there is a lot of fun surrounding summer vacations, outings and breaks from school and other responsibilities, the heat that we experience in the south can do more damage than you think. Our general health and mental health can be seriously impacted including our mood, motivation and relationships. Today we'll be talking about how to better enjoy the summer and avoid some of the heat pitfalls.You can join the conversation by sending an email to: family@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Email the show at kids@mpbonline.orgHost: Dr. Morgan McLeod, Asst. Professor of Pediatrics and Internal Medicine at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB: https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Original Southern Remedy is hosted by Dr. Jimmy Stewart, professor of internal medicine and pediatrics at UMMC. If you have a question for Dr Jimmy, email it to remedy@mpbonline.org. In this episode, Dr. Jimmy talks about being safe during the 4th of July holiday, summer heat safety, and posture problems that arise in older people. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host(s): Dr. Susan Buttross, Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, and Abram NanneyTopic: The art of being a great conversationalist is something that most would love to master but entering a room where everyone seems to be engaged in a comfortable conversation or trying to engage with a conversational narcissist or having a difficult conversation with someone can all be anxiety provoking. Today we'll be talking about how you can develop the superpower of feeling confident to engage in any conversation. You don't have to be an extrovert. You just need to understand the techniquesYou can join the conversation by sending an email to: family@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit is hosted by Josie Bidwell, Professor of Preventive Medicine and Nurse Practitioner at UMMC. If you have a question for Josie, you can email fit@mpbonline.org. It this episode, Josie has some tips for staying healthy in retirement. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Email the show at kids@mpbonline.orgHost: Dr. Morgan McLeod, Asst. Professor of Pediatrics and Internal Medicine at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB: https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast Ingestions - Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222Breaks, abrasions, burnsCar seats Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Original Southern Remedy is hosted by Dr. Jimmy Stewart, professor of internal medicine and pediatrics at UMMC. If you have a question for Dr, Jimmy, email it to remedy@mpbonline.org. In this episode, Dr. Jimmy talks about important health screenings and answers questions about eye pain, cholestrol levels and short term memory loss. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host(s): Dr. Susan Buttross, Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, and Abram NanneyGuest(s): Janne SwearengenTopic: Almost all of us will face a medical crisis at some point in our lives, either as the person in the treatment room or hospital bed or the person standing right next to it. Our natural instinct is to rush in and help. But sometimes, despite our best intentions, the things we say and do can unintentionally add pressure to an already overwhelming situation. Today, we have a guest who has weathered a medical storm. She will share with us what worked for her and what didn't. So we can better understand what it really means to show up for someone in crisisYou can join the conversation by sending an email to: family@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit is hosted by Josie Bidwell, Professor of Preventive Medicine and Nurse Practitioner at UMMC. If you have a question for Josie, you can email fit@mpbonline.org. It this episode, Josie talks with Dr. Justin Turner, Community Health Officer at UMMC, about men's health. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host: Jasmine T. Kency, M.D., Associate Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.Guest: Dr. Justin TurnerTopic: Men's Health MonthEmail the show: remedy@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Email the show at kids@mpbonline.orgHost: Dr. Morgan McLeod, Asst. Professor of Pediatrics and Internal Medicine at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB: https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast American Heart AssociationSun Burn remedies: cool bath/shower, aloe, moisturizer, calamine lotion, hydration, pain killer, DON'T pop blisters or peel skin, NO petroleum jelly or numbing cream.CPRChokingAlleriges Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Original Southern Remedy is hosted by Dr. Jimmy Stewart, professor of internal medicine and pediatrics at UMMC. If you have a question for Dr, Jimmy, email it to remedy@mpbonline.org. In this episode, Dr. Jimmy talks about common symptoms that cause people to visit their health care provider including fever, head injuries and unexplained weight loss. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host(s): Dr. Susan Buttross, Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, and Abram NanneyTopic: Think about the last time you saw a man you assume to be a father teaching a child to ride a bike or walking a child into school, or sitting at a tiny table, sipping imaginary tea from a plastic cup. What went through your head? Probably, how sweet that is that there is an involved father. These moments may look simple, but science tells us they are foundational. Today, we'll be talking about the importance of fathers in our lives and why active fatherhood is not just a nice bonus for a child, but a critical driver of development.You can join the conversation by sending an email to: family@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit is hosted by Josie Bidwell, Professor of Preventive Medicine and Nurse Practitioner at UMMC. If you have a question for Josie, you can email fit@mpbonline.org. It this episode, Josie talks about the ingredients found in a healthy diet. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host: Jasmine T. Kency, M.D., Associate Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.Topic: Heat Illnesses & Hydration Email the show: remedy@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Email the show at kids@mpbonline.orgHost: Dr. Morgan McLeod, Asst. Professor of Pediatrics and Internal Medicine at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB: https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcastSummer time safety: Drowning, swimming lessons, ear infections, and tick warnings Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Original Southern Remedy is hosted by Dr. Jimmy Stewart, professor of internal medicine and pediatrics at UMMC. If you have a question for Dr, Jimmy, email it to remedy@mpbonline.org. In this episode, Dr. Jimmy talks about chest pain, GI tract issues and staying healthy during the hot summer months.If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host(s): Dr. Susan Buttross, Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, and Abram NanneyTopic: "My OCD is kicking in," is something many of us say when we really mean that we can't stop the compulsion to straighten a picture or double check whether you locked the front door. Those things are not OCD. So what does it mean to actually live with obsessive compulsive disorder every day? It is no joke and can be a debilitating disorder that interferes with relationships, jobs and life in general. Today we'll be talking about what OCD is, how it presents and the treatments available. You don't have to just live with it!Link to the International OCD FoundationYou can join the conversation by sending an email to: family@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit is hosted by Josie Bidwell, Professor of Preventive Medicine and Nurse Practitioner at UMMC. If you have a question for Josie, you can email fit@mpbonline.org. It this episode, Josie talks about brain health; what it is and how we can keep our minds sharp as we age. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Email the show at kids@mpbonline.orgHost: Dr. Morgan McLeod, Asst. Professor of Pediatrics and Internal Medicine at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB: https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast Summer time bug bites: mosquitos and ticks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Original Southern Remedy is hosted by Dr. Jimmy Stewart, professor of internal medicine and pediatrics at UMMC. If you have a question for Dr, Jimmy, email it to remedy@mpbonline.org. In this episode, topics discussed include allergies, memory loss and vaccines. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host(s): Dr. Susan Buttross, Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, and Abram NanneyTopic: Our birth rate in the United States is declining as it is in the rest of the world. Children are now about 21% of our population but they are 100% of our future. So, why do we spend so much in the aged population and so little in our young children? Today we'll be talking about the case for investing in our children, what evidence there is and what we can do to assure that all children grow up to be productive adults so that the future is bright for all of us.Resources for the Early Childhood Development Coalition: mffk.org/ecdc ; MSECDC@mffk.org ; 1-800-241-KIDS ext 2You can join the conversation by sending an email to: family@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit is hosted by Josie Bidwell, Professor of Preventive Medicine and Nurse Practitioner at UMMC. If you have a question for Josie, you can email fit@mpbonline.org. It this episode, Josie talks with Dr. Carl Mangum, Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at UMMC and Caley Stogner, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner at UMMC about the role of nurse practitioners in the health care system. They also talk about diagnosing and treating mental health conditions. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Email the show at kids@mpbonline.orgHost: Dr. Morgan McLeod, Asst. Professor of Pediatrics and Internal Medicine at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB: https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host(s): Dr. Susan Buttross, Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, and Abram NanneyTopic: Cognitive bias serves as an essential, adaptive mental shortcut that allows fast, efficient, and, in some cases, protective thinking and can be beneficial because it aides us in making decisions quickly. But cognitive bias can also take the form of harmful preconceptions that serve to hurt individuals or relationships. Join us to better understand what cognitive bias is and how this great mental shortcut that we all use can damage relationships if we're not careful.You can join the conversation by sending an email to: family@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host: Jasmine T. Kency, M.D., Associate Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.Guest(s): Dr. Danny Riche, Clinical Pharmacist at the University of Mississippi Medical CenterTopic: Cholesterol and New Guidelines Follow-UpEmail the show: remedy@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Email the show at kids@mpbonline.orgHost: Dr. Morgan McLeod, Asst. Professor of Pediatrics and Internal Medicine at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB: https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Original Southern Remedy is hosted by Dr. Jimmy Stewart, professor of internal medicine and pediatrics at UMMC. If you have a question for Dr, Jimmy, email it to remedy@mpbonline.org. In this episode, Dr. Jimmy talks about bunions, muscle strains, sun exposure, fever and rashes. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host(s): Dr. Susan Buttross, Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, and Abram NanneyTopic: Emotions: Feeling total joy or extreme happiness are emotions that make life wonderful but those of anxiety, sadness, anger and fear are feelings that can make life difficult. What if we could control those negative reactions? What if we could take charge of the emotions that may be damaging our health. It's possible to control at least the length and intensity of those negative emotions. Today we'll work to better understand why all emotions have a purpose and what we can do to help control the negative ones.You can join the conversation by sending an email to: family@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit is hosted by Josie Bidwell, Professor of Preventive Medicine and Nurse Practitioner at UMMC. If you have a question for Josie, you can email fit@mpbonline.org. It this episode, Josie shares tips for staying healthy this summer. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Email the show at kids@mpbonline.orgHost: Dr. Morgan McLeod, Asst. Professor of Pediatrics and Internal Medicine at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB: https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Original Southern Remedy is hosted by Dr. Jimmy Stewart, professor of internal medicine and pediatrics at UMMC. If you have a question for Dr, Jimmy, email it to remedy@mpbonline.org. In this episode, Dr. Jimmy talks about Life's Essential Eight; areas of your life where you can work to make your life longer and more healthy.If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host(s): Dr. Susan Buttross, Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, and Abram NanneyGuest(s): Dr. Courtney Walker, and UMMC Fellow, Bailey WhitmoreTopic: Child Sexual AbuseYou can join the conversation by sending an email to: family@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Southern Remedy Healthy and Fit is hosted by Josie Bidwell, Professor of Preventive Medicine and Nurse Practitioner at UMMC. If you have a question for Josie, you can email fit@mpbonline.org. It this episode, Josie talks about clinical research and studies with Dr. Matthew Kutcher, a trauma and acute care surgeon at UMMC and Chris Moore, Director of Clinical Research at UMMC. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host: Jasmine T. Kency, M.D., Associate Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.Topic: Maternal Mental Health Guest: Britney Washington, Certified DoulaEmail the show any time remedy@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Email the show at kids@mpbonline.orgHost: Dr. Morgan McLeod, Asst. Professor of Pediatrics and Internal Medicine at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB: https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Original Southern Remedy is hosted by Dr. Jimmy Stewart, professor of internal medicine and pediatrics at UMMC. If you have a question for Dr, Jimmy, email it to remedy@mpbonline.org. In this episode, Dr. Jimmy talks about the thymus gland, the shingles vaccine and vitamins. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.