
Texas Tech Health Check
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center experts in health care will share advice and reminders to help us stay healthy—mentally and physically.
Episodes
187 episodes
Knee Health Matters: Preservation Before Replacement
Our introduction reminds our listeners that they are getting evidence-based advice and here's an example of how our experts are doing just that. Texas Tech Physic...
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How Public Health Protects Us During Disasters
September is National Preparedness Month, but we should be prepared for disasters regardless of the time of year. In addition to being prepared, it's good to know also...
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Let's Get Real About Sexual Health
Our health and well-being can affect our sexual health. Illness and disease affect men and women when it comes to physical relationships. Oftentimes, those issues take a toll on our mental health. Don't suffer in silence. Talk to a medical prof...
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Childhood Cancer: A Family's Journey
In part two of this special series, we take our listeners on the journey of childhood cancer, from diagnosis to survivorship. This is the story of Emmie Rangel, a four-year-old who was diagnosed with cancer. Because she and her family liv...
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Hope in Every Step: Raising Awareness for Childhood Cancer
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Cancer is one of the leading causes of disease-related deaths in children. Thanks to advanc...
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Your Student Health Clinic: A Hidden Gem on Campus
By now, college students have had time to settle into their new routines. That's why now is the time for them to get to know their student health center. Our guest for this episode is
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Your Pelvic Floor, Your Health: What Every Woman Should Know
A few weeks ago we covered pelvic floor dysfunction in men. So for this episode, we’re focusing on pelvic floor dysfunction in women. Our expert is physical therapist
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Your Summer Safety Checklist for Kids
Children need constant supervision, but what can parents or caregivers do when trouble finds the kiddos? Spencer Pruitt, M.D., Texas Tech Physicians pediatr...
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Guys, Let's Talk About Your Pelvic Floor
If you’re in a certain age range, your feeds or timelines might include ads about pelvic floor dysfunction. Some people might think it's a problem just for women, but our guests for this episode did a wonderful job of educating us about how pel...
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Clinical Trials Explained: Bridging Discovery and Treatment Through Research
Clinical trials are the future of medicine, to borrow a phrase. Every medication on the market right now was at one point in time subject to a clinical trial. Our guest for this episode, Jennifer Kesey, Ph.D., associate managing director for th...
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From Pregnancy to Postpartum: Medication Guidance That Matters, Support From the Infant Risk Center
Moms and moms-to-be need all the support they can get. One of those sources of support is housed in the TTUHSC School of Medicine Department of Pediatrics in Amarillo. The Infant Risk Center is a call center...
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The Hidden Half: Unmasking Male Infertility
June is Men’s Health Month, and we want to bring attention to male infertility. Why this is an important health topic is one of the questions we ask our expert for this episode,
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You Are Not Your Bank Balance: Reclaiming Mental Well-being
Financial insecurity can negatively affect our sleep and nutrition and cause social isolation. All of these take a toll on our mental health.
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Feeling Drained? How to Restore Your Emotional Energy
You don't need garlic or sunlight to protect yourself against vampires -- energy vampires -- that seem to leave some people exhausted and overwhelmed. David Pfaff, Ph.D., clinical mental health therapist with the School of Health Professions Cl...
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Clearing the Air: The Truth About Vaping and Lung Health
Vaping, initially intended as a smoking cessation tool, has evolved into a harmful trend, especially among young people. Tushi Singh, M.D., and
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Male Breast Cancer: Raising Awareness and Understanding
Breast cancer in males is a rare cut clinically significant disease. Males have many of the same risk factors as females, but delay in seeking health care puts ...
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From Heavy Lids to Clear Vision: Understanding Eyelid Surgery
Loose or sagging skin creating folds on the upper eyelid, excess skin and wrinkles around the lower eyelid, drooping lower eyelids -- all these and others can at some point impair your vision. Or perhaps you feel that the skin around your eyes ...
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Hope and Healing: Preventing Child Abuse in Our Community
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Lynn Jennings, Ph.D., has ben treating child sexual abuse, physical abuse and neglect for over 20 years. ...
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Understanding Food Sensitivities to Dyes
Natural and artificial food dyes are ubiquitous, but some people try to avoid consuming food or beverages of a certain color for different reasons. James Tarbox, M.D., Texas Tech...
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Decoding the Delight: Why We Feel Good After Cleaning
If you want a quick boost to your mood, just clearing or cleaning a small space will make you feel better. Logan Winkelman, Ph.D., is our guest expert and explains why tidy...
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When Breathing Gets Hard: Understanding COPD
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, referred to as COPD, is a progressive disease which can, over time, limit your ability to do basic activities such as walking, cooking or taking care of ...
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Protecting Your Kidneys: Vital Tips from a Nephrologist
March is National Kidney Month. Kidneys are two bean-shaped organs that filter...
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Keeping Kids Safe: A Guide to Burn Prevention
Parental vigilance is the best way to keep children safe from burns, a common injury for kids. Possible burns are not limited to injuries from fireplaces, camp fires or fireworks. Risks include chemicals, electric cords, hot foods and hot water...
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