The Yale Healthcast collection is here to answer your every question on health, medicine and every day doctors visits.
Becky Purcell, registered dietician at Yale, explains what qualities are in superfoods and which foods are often labeled as “Superfoods”.
Borislav Meandzija, MD, chief of Behavioral Health at Yale Health discusses what our stress response is and ways deal with it, especially during the pandemic.
Dr. Gordon Streeter discusses what colds look like in children, when you should be concerned (and when not), as well as ways to treat the symptoms.
Dr. Gordon Streeter discusses what to expect when you bring your child to Pediatrics for a well-child visit.
Prescriptions your provider writes are sometimes not covered, learn why from pharmacist Patrick Roberts.
Michelle Brei, provider at Yale Health Pediatrics has been a Yale Health clinician since 2005. Hear her story in her own words.
A Yale Health patient discusses his diabetes success story.
Lisa Kimmel, Yale Health’s Director of Wellness and Health Education, discusses the importance of sleep, what happens if you don't get enough sleep, how much sleep you need and offers helpful tips on getting a better night's rest.
Dr. Smith has been a Yale Health clinician since 1993. Hear his story in his own words.
Roma Chowdhury, medical assistant at Yale Health discusses what medical assistants do before, during and after your visit.
Carolyn Marks describes her experience being a part of Yale Health’s Patient & Family Council, what she learned and what she gave back.
Learn about specific nutrients that can help to boost your immune system.
Discussion of lifestyle changes you can make to manage your prediabetes. Healthy-eating and exercise can cut your risk of developing diabetes by almost 60%.
What is high blood pressure, what do the numbers mean, and what you can do to control it?
There is no vaccine to prevent HIV, so behavioral and biomedical HIV prevention strategies are needed to reduce HIV acquisition. For HIV-uninfected patients, pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) using antiretroviral medications is an evidence-based way to prevent new infections among those at greatest risk.
Satiety is the feeling of feeling full or satisfied after eating which is a crucial component to maintain your weight or to lose weight.
What time is the right time to talk about your wishes for end-of-life care? There are a million reasons to avoid having the conversation with your loved ones, but it is critically important that you do.
Who should get a colonoscopy and how do you prepare for the procedure.
Joe Serioe RPh discusses over-the-counter cough and cold remedies.
Cris Donovan, RN, lead nurse at Yale Health's Department of Pediatrics duscusses car seat safety and the new CT state laws.
What are some common digestive issues and what can you do to avoid them?
Human papillomavirus - what is it, how can you prevent it and what are the risks challenges if you have it.
When patients call Internal Medicine there is a team of professionals who help you get the treatment that you need.
Margot Ebling, PA-C, Internal Medicine at Yale Health reviews the warning signs of stroke.
A description of the different types of tests, including X-rays, CT scans and MRI's. What you need to do to prepare for each one and what you can expect the day of the test.
Everything you need to know about sunscreen - the different types, when to put on, when to reapply, what age can you start.
Learn about recent changes to the Yale Health Pharmacy, as well as improvements and ways you can have a better experience there.
Approach your resolution from a different perspective by setting SMART goals.
Dr. Jin Xu discusses what cholesterol numbers mean.
Dr. JoAnne Burger discusses how to prepare a child for a new sibling.
Dr. JoAnne Burger discusses when to start a child on toilet-training?
best way to use Acute Care, when to call your primary care department, when to go to the ER
Explanation of the tiers within the Yale Health Drug List, how drugs are placed on the tiers and why they sometimes move .
What is CBT, cognitive behavioral therapy? Who might benefit from it? How does it work?
Do Women Need to Have an Annual Gynecological Exam?
MaryBeth Massaro from the Yale Health Referrals Department explains what members need to know about referrals.
Tom Brady, PA-C from Yale Health Specialty Services discusses physical therapy, when it is needed and most effective.
What is the difference between a prescription refill and a prescription renewal.
Home care and treatment for vomiting and diarrrhea. What to look out for, when to be concerned, when to call the pediatrician.
Pediatric immunizations, issues today, importance for public and individual health.
The importance of physical activity in your overall health, metabolic importance, heart health, Alzheimer's prevention and other benefits. How much activity you need to reap the benefits and how to fit it into your lifestyle.
What has Yale Health done to prepare for Ebola? Planning, training and instructions for those who have traveled to the affected areas or been in contact with someone who has traveled to the affected areas.
Who should shovel snow, who shouldn't? What are the risks, dangers and precautions you can take?
You want to eat a more nutritious diet, where do you start?
Aaron Clark, DPT, physical therapists discusses the purpose of stretching and gives a synopsis of when and for how long you should stretch.
Martha Asirisi, pharmacist discusses hints and helpful tips for remembering to take your medicine and what to do if you forget to take it or can't remember if you took it or not.
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