Premier Health

There is empowerment, hope, and life after addiction, and Peer Recovery Supporters are living proof. They have emerged from addiction or struggles with mental health and now guide others to walk toward recovery. On this Premier Health Now On-Air podcast, hear one woman’s inspiring journey and learn where to find a guide for you or someone you love. You can also connect with a full range of local resources and learn more to help yourself, family and friends.

When Dayton and Montgomery County stepped up to stop rising drug overdose deaths, they harnessed the power of hundreds of people – one by one – on a focused response that reaches into virtually every aspect of community life. On this Premier Health Now On-Air podcast, hear the success strategies they are using to prevent deaths and move residents toward recovery. Leaders of the Community Overdose Action Team also share resources you can use to get involved and to help yourself, family and friends.

Millions of Americans have human papillomavirus and don’t know it. That’s risky because this virus can cause cancer. No screening exists to tell if you have the cancer-causing type. But now a safe and effective vaccine can prevent HPV-related cancers later in life. On-time vaccination offers the best protection. Join Dr. Sameep Kadakia and Dr. James Ouellette on this Premier Health Now On-Air podcast to learn about the risks of HPV and how you can guard a child or young adult against them for years to come.

It’s not too dramatic to say that early, correct diagnosis of ADHD—attention deficit hyperactivity disorder—can change the course of a child’s life. On this Premier Health Now On-Air podcast, Dr. Mark Casdorph shares how. Tune in to hear how doctors diagnose this increasingly common disorder, the latest advances in treatments, tactics to get around barriers to care, and practical tips for every day.

Knowing what to do and what NOT to do in an emergency can mean the difference between helping or making an injury worse. Brush up on the basics, challenge what you think you know, and learn what family health information should be in your First Aid kit. Join Family Nurse Practitioner Jeff Penny on this Premier Health Now On-Air podcast so you can step in confidently when the unexpected happens.

Kids today are fearless digital natives whose world has always been internet-ready. But they don’t have your life experience to make the best decisions online. You can help them explore safely by staying a step ahead of them with these strategies, resources and watch-outs. Join Dr. Michael Barrow on this Premier Health Now On-Air podcast for practical steps to guide kids at any age.

Tuning in to your kids’ unique interests at any age will help you find the sports that will reward them with a lifetime of healthy habits. Sports medicine specialist Dr. Jon Sulentic and athletic trainer Justin Perkins cover the mind-body-social benefits of starting sports early, how to choose, and why a sampler-platter approach works so well as kids grow. Get all of their insights on this Premier Health Now On-Air podcast to help your child enjoy the wide world of sports.

If you’re thinking about jumping into a quick-fix fad diet because you heard a friend of a friend lost a lot of weight on it, hold that thought. Set yourself up for success. Join Dr. Joe Northup and nutritionist Diana Weathers on this Premier Health Now On-Air podcast to learn how to spot which weight-loss plans can’t deliver – and which can.

How can something so totally normal and so universal become such a rollercoaster ride? Welcome to puberty, a hormone-induced journey of physical, mental and emotional changes that transform a girl to a woman. Can you prepare yourself and your daughter? You bet. Join Dr. Anessa Alappatt and certified nurse midwife Jalana Lazar on this Premier Health Now On-Air podcast for frank talk about what you’ll want to know.

The latest revolution in cancer treatment is an inside job – mobilizing your own immune system. Immunotherapy helps your body recognize cancer cells as the invaders they are and stop them – like the way your body protects you from invading viruses and bacteria. It’s proving successful in some lung cancers and is being adopted for many other cancers. Join Dr. Tarek Sabagh for a look inside this cancer treatment revolution on this Premier Health Now On-Air podcast.

Make the back-to-school transition easier with practical advice on vaccines, physicals, good sleep habits, concussion signs and more from Dr. Michael Barrow and licensed school nurse April Taylor.

Prevent or fix common summer skin problems with tips from Family Nurse Practitioners Sara Wilson and Sari Bright who offer do-it-yourself strategies and guidelines for when to get help.

Being sick or hurt is no vacation. So expect the best but plan for the worst with these tips to help your summer travel remain safe, healthy and fun from start to finish. Learn how to keep bugs at bay with picaridin, why a “boo-boo kit” may not be enough and what to know about your vaccines – even for US travel. Join Dr. Matthew Stone for real-life stories from the road on this Premier Health Now On-Air podcast.

At any age, men can do their older selves a huge favor by taking one smart step now: making time once a year for a checkup with their primary care provider. Dr. Aaron Block, family physician, and Dr. Douglas Gaker, urologist, review the health issues that can trip up men as they age – and how every man can start now to make an end run around them. Hear their tips for you on this Premier Health Now On-Air podcast.

Even with major advances in stroke treatment and research, good outcomes depend on getting fast help for a stroke victim. Neuroscience specialists Dr. Bryan Ludwig and Dr. John Terry share the life-changing progress in stroke treatment and how you can diagnose a stroke with more than 90 percent accuracy. Bonus — how celery may boost stroke treatment outcomes. It’s all on this Premier Health Now On-Air podcast.

Individuals touched by cancer talk about the small things that helped them in their journey.

Individuals touched by cancer offer advice to others dealing with their own cancer journey.

Summer’s all fun and games – until somebody gets hurt. But you can be prepared by brushing up on what’s serious and what’s not—and what to do next. Orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist Dr. Michael Griesser preps you for managing the cuts, breaks and concussions that can come with summer fun. Get ready now by joining Dr. Griesser on this Premier Health Now On-Air podcast.

When days turn sunny and warm, it’s tempting to jump in with everything you’ve got. But to enjoy ALL of the warm weather ahead, try these tips to ease in – including how bug spray for your clothes can keep pesky biters at bay. Join primary care physician Dr. Matthew Stone on this Premier Health Now On-Air podcast.

Premier Health physician Dr. Mark Williams offers strategies for making a smooth transition to Daylight Savings Time and for breathing easy during spring allergy season.