#58 - What Do You Know About Heart Failure?

  LivingWell Podcast 6y  15

In this Episode CJ Anderson Chad Carr, MD During the conversation you’ll learn: What the term "heart failure" means. Types of heart failure and their causes. How heart failure is

#58 - No Pressure Blood Pressure Solutions With Dr. David Derose

  LivingWell Podcast 6y  24

  In this episode physician and research specialist Dr. David DeRose joins us for a conversation about blood pressure. Co author of the book, “30 Days to Natural Blood Pressure

#57 - What Do You Know About Afib?

  LivingWell Podcast 6y  16

Atrial Fibrillation (or AFib) is the most common form of abnormal heart rhythm (arrhythmia), affecting more than 2.7 million Americans. According to the American Heart Association,

#56 - The Anti Cancer Diet

  LivingWell Podcast 7y  20

Cancer is the leading cause, after heart disease, of death in the United States. We all know someone who has cancer. People impacted by cancer often feel helpless. Sometimes doctor

#55 - Talking To Your Kids About Marijuana

  LivingWell Podcast 7y  18

As more states legalize marijuana, it can send mixed messages to children, many of whom grew up learning that pot is an illegal drug that’s bad for you. It’s important for pare

#54 - Turning New Year’s Resolutions Into Successful Goals And Achievable Behaviors

  LivingWell Podcast 7y  20

Casey helps people create plans a systems for organizing their busy lives. She’s passionate about helping clients develop a plan for making positive change, and using small attai

#53 - A Winter Trip To The Farmer’s Market

  LivingWell Podcast 7y  18

We usually associate the farmers market with summertime, but did you know some of Portland’s markets are open in the winter? In this episode we’ll explore the fresh produce tha

#52 - Feast Fearlessly

  LivingWell Podcast 7y  22

Tis the season for family feasts and office potlucks. And amid all the culinary delights lurks the risk of foodborne illnesses. Today we’re talking best practices for preparing,

#51 - Smoke Free Oregon

  LivingWell Podcast 7y  22

Last year, 3,100 kids in Oregon started smoking. That’s more than graduated from all the public high schools in Medford, Bend and Pendleton. Three out of four high school student

#50 - Families Healing Families

  LivingWell Podcast 7y  16

Debra Johnson is a board certified family and pediatric nurse practitioner who loves helping patients and families optimize their health and lifestyle. One of Adventist Health’s

#49 - Going Plant Powered

  LivingWell Podcast 7y  29

Making changes to your diet is a very personal experience. But that doesn’t mean you’re all alone in the process. In this episode an Adventist Health physician talks about how

#48 - Let's Get Organized

  LivingWell Podcast 7y  26

Whether it’s eating right, exercising more, or spending less time at the office and more time with family, we all have goals. Do you ever wish you had a better plan of action for

#47 - Urgent Care Spotlight

  LivingWell Podcast 7y  16

You can’t always plan when you’ll get sick or hurt, and urgent care clinics provide extra care when you need it. Today we’re talking with a doctor from our newest urgent care

#46 - Back To School

  LivingWell Podcast 7y  15

In this special Back to School episode we’re hitting the road to visit a pair of local providers who can help us prepare our kids, and ourselves, for success this school year.  

#45 - Standing Safely

  LivingWell Podcast 7y  20

Staying in shape seems to be all about getting up and moving around. So what happens if you spend most of the day on your feet, but aren’t actively exercising during that time. T

#45 - Fitness For Desk Dwellers

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  18

For many of us sitting takes up a large part of our day. We know it’s not the healthiest practice, but it’s how we get work done. Today we’re talking with a local expert abou

#44 - Farmers Market Feasts

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  18

You may not have the time or resources to have your own farm, but you can still enjoy fresh and delicious local produce. In this episode we’ll talk about Portland’s robust netw

#43 - Play Ball

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  18

Minor league baseball has a new home in Southeast Portland. In this episode we’re learning about the Portland Pickles the big fun for the whole family this summer in Lents Park.

#42 - Don't Stress To Death

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  17

Heather is a fitness fanatic. So when she hit the water for the swimming leg of a triathlon last summer a cardiac event was the furthest thing from her mind. But minutes later, wh

#41 - Life Ready Kids

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  14

Parents spend a lot of time and energy trying to raise good kids, but have you ever thought about what it takes to raise good adults? Chuck Hagele, executive director of Project Pa

#40 - Mothers In Medicine

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  18

In this special Mothers’ Day episode a pair of Adventist Health physicians talk about adding “mother” to their list of specialties. We’ll explore the challenges and joys th

#39 - A Trip To The Coast

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  18

There’s nothing like a trip to the Oregon Coast. But amid the beautiful and inviting scenery are real dangers. In this episode we’re talking about some simple ways to stay safe

#38 - Is It An Emergency?

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  22

Our health rarely keeps office hours and sometimes you need care in a hurry. But how do you know if it’s time to go to the emergency room or an urgent care clinic? Today we’re

Stay Safe At Work And Home

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  18

Getting injured isn’t at the top of anyone’s to do list. Today we’re going to talk to a couple experts about how to avoid injuries in the workplace and at home.

Your "Phinancial Physical"

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  29

40% of Americans spend more time thinking about money than hygiene. But for all that worrying, it seems like we’re all struggling to live within our means. Join us for an honest

What Do You Know About Vitamin D?

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  18

In the alphabet of important nutrients for our bodies it’s easy for Vitamin D to get lost in the mix. After all, we get it from the sun so it’s taken care of, right? But what h

A Day In A Doctor’s Life

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  26

March 30 is National Doctors’ Day and on this special episode Adventist Medical Center’s chief medical officer shares stories from his childhood shadowing his physician father

Don’t Sit Out Your Colonoscopy

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  20

It’s the third most common cancer and second leading cause of cancer related death among men and women combined, but thanks to early detection we’re stopping more colorectal ca

Fun Fast Filling Foods

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  27

March is National Nutrition Month. We all know we should be eating more fruit and vegetables, but sometimes it’s hard to figure out how. And let’s face it; some vegetables are

Mental Health And Tobacco Use

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  22

The connection between mental illness and tobacco use is surprising to many. This is a large problem that is often not addressed by providers or family members. In this episode we

American Heart Association

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  31

Heart disease remains one of the biggest health challenges facing Americans. In this episode we learn about the American Heart Association’s mission to build healthier lives free

A Heart For Terri – Part 2

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  14

Terri is a team member at Adventist Medical Center with an amazing story. She has faced heart health challenges since her 20s, resulting in a heart transplant in 2012. Today she ta

A Heart For Terri – Part 1

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  16

Terri is a team member at Adventist Medical Center with an amazing story. She has faced heart health challenges since her 20s, resulting in a heart transplant in 2012. Today she ta

The Flu And You

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  27

Local hospitals are reporting a recent rise in flu cases. It seems to happen every year. A couple of local experts share some information about influenza viruses and how we can bet

Eating For Heart Health

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  27

The food we eat has major impacts on our health, for good or bad. A pair of local experts are here to talk about important considerations for a heart healthy diet, and practical st

Radon - Real Risks. Simple Solutions

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  12

It’s the number one cause of lung cancer among non smokers and is responsible for 20% of all lung cancer deaths. There’s almost certainly some radon in your home, but do you kn

Sustaining Lifestyle Change

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  14

Making health and wellness goals seems easy enough, but actually achieving them can be tough. Why is it so hard to make our resolutions stick and what should we do when we hit a bu

Sleep Better In 2016

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  19

Are you sleeping for fitness and wellness? A local sleep expert stops by to talk about how good sleep habits can help you lose weight, eat better and fight depression.

Doctors Giving Back – Dr. Ulmer

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  18

With more than 20 years of experiences with humanitarian work overseas, Dr. Todd Ulmer shares some of his favorite stories and lessons learned from helping others.

Merry Christmas From Adventist Health

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  13

Christmas message from Joyce Newmyer, president and CEO of Adventist Health Portland.

Adventist Health Prayerworks

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  25

Adventist Health PrayerWorks is a virtual prayer community for the greater Portland area. Post any request, concern or struggle to the site and instantly be surrounded by the larg

Thankfulness With Adventist Health Chaplains

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  20

This week we sit sit down with a few of the chaplains at Adventist Medical Center to hear stories of thankfulness.

Mountain Safety And Rescue

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  18

The Pacific Northwest provides ample opportunities to experience stunning natural beauty. It’s a perfect fit for Pearce Beissinger, physician assistant at Northwest Regional Hear

Veteran's Day Special

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  25

In this special Veteran’s Day episode, we hear from two of our own team members as they share their unique experiences in the Air Force. Each have different experiences, but bot

When Good Kids Make Bad Choices

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  15

Chuck Hagle sees good kids who are making poor choices that affect their future. This week we discuss ways you can talk to your kids about the challenges they face and when it may

E-Cigarettes And Vaping

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  20

Electronic alternatives to smoking are rising in popularity. Maybe you’ve heard it’s a safer option. Maybe your kids or their friends have been experimenting with vaping. Today

Surviving The Time Change

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  15

Every spring and fall we turn our physical clocks forward and back, then expect our body clocks to follow suit. But it turns out even an hour of change can have major impacts on th

Health Insurance 101

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  26

In this episode we’ll take a look at what health insurance is, the different types of insurance available and some tips for picking the kind that’s right for our needs.

Heartache And Hope

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  24

Having a baby is a life changing experience, and having a child die before it’s born can feel life shattering. With one in three pregnancies failing to reach full term, chances a

From The Gridiron To The Operating Room

  LivingWell Podcast 8y  16

A former Ivy League football player once drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles, Dr. Benjamin Balme is now a surgeon at Aspire Orthopedic Institute. Today we’re talking with him abou