Baptist HealthTalk
Expert advice, real stories, better health. The Baptist HealthTalk podcast connects you with top doctors and specialists from Baptist Health South Florida, delivering the latest medical insights and wellness tips straight to you. But we don’t stop at the facts—you’ll also hear heartfelt testimonials from patients who’ve experienced life-changing care. Get informed, be inspired, and take control of your health with Baptist HealthTalk!
Episodes
188 episodes
How Deep Brain Stimulation is Changing Parkinson’s Care
After more than a decade of living with the effects of Parkinson’s Disease, Ana found something that finally made a real difference. In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk, she shares with us how deep brain stimulation helped her regain movement...
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Colorectal Screening Saves Lives
This isn’t your father’s colonoscopy. Colorectal screening is entering a new era, with innovations that make the process easier, detection earlier and more accessible than ever. From a simple blood test that can detect signs of cancer to AI tec...
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Conciencia Rosa: Hablemos del Cáncer de Mama
Cada año, miles de mujeres enfrentan el cáncer de mama, pero la información y la prevención pueden marcar la diferencia. En este espacio, exploramos los signos de advertencia, los factores de riesgo y las mejores estrategias para la detección t...
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21:27
Exámenes de Detección: La Clave para Prevenir el Cáncer Colorrectal
El cáncer colorrectal está en aumento, especialmente entre los jóvenes. Pero la buena noticia es que detectarlo a tiempo puede marcar la diferencia. En este episodio, hablamos sobre la detección temprana del cáncer colorrectal, incluyendo la co...
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Breaking Down Nutrition: Labels, Trends & What Actually Matters
With so many food trends and nutrition claims flooding the market, it’s hard to know what’s fact and what’s just clever marketing. In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk, host Johanna Gomez sits down with registered dietitian Lucette Talamas to ...
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Heart Care Revolution: AI, Robotics & the Future of Medicine
Groundbreaking advancements in heart surgery are transforming lives faster than ever. In this exclusive conversation, Dr. Tom Nguyen explores how AI, robotics and cutting-edge techniques are revolutionizing patient care to get patients back on ...
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Heart Disease in Minority Communities: A Crisis We Can’t Ignore
Heart disease affects minority communities more than others, but why? In this episode, we explore the social factors that contribute to heart health disparities, including access to healthy food and healthcare. We’ll explain why Black adults ar...
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Corazón Fuerte, Mujer Fuerte
El corazón de la mujer late con fuerza, pero también enfrenta riesgos únicos. En este episodio, hablamos sobre las señales de alerta, la prevención y los hábitos clave para una salud cardiovascular óptima. Descubre cómo el estrés, la alimentaci...
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Pillow Talk: Uncovering the Sleep-Heart Link
Did you know that how well you sleep can actually affect your heart? In today's episode, we’ll dive into how both the quantity of sleep and quality of sleep can make a difference for your health. Skimping on sleep—less than seven hours a night—...
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Weighing the Options: Diet, Exercise, and Medication
Welcome to 2025 where the path to a healthier you is shaped by groundbreaking innovations and informed decisions. In today's episode, we hope to inspire how you think about long-term wellness. The journey to improved well-being may begin with G...
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Transforming Depression Treatment: The Promise Of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
A new cutting edge treatment has changed the face of how depression is treated. In today’s episode, we talk about TMS, or Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, who it’s for, how it works and why it may be a game changer for both the medical field ...
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Wait, Could I Have ADHD?
A new survey says a quarter of U.S. adults think they have undiagnosed ADHD, or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. But half of them haven’t told their doctors about this. Are you one of them? Today, we’ll be diving into a topic that soci...
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Men's Health Matters: Do It For Your Family
What's the key to good health? Today's panelists discuss what to look out for to maintain your health, habits to set and the role family plays in pushing you to a healthier more active life. Learn how three legends - a basketball star, football...
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Epilepsy Explained: What It Is And What To Do
Today's episode is a look into a condition that affects millions every day, epilepsy. While it's impact and triggers can be overwhelming, the latest advancements in medicine offer much hope for patients and their families alike. Ho...
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Championing Men's Health: A Conversation with Alonzo Mourning
Many men tend to avoid doctors until injury or illness forces them into urgent care or the ER. Men are half as likely as women to visit the doctor for routine exams and preventive care, leaving them vulnerable to serious conditions like heart d...
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What Men Need to Know About ED
This is a tough subject that will not likely be talked about at the dinner table -- but is crucial to a men’s health. It’s something millions of men deal with but few feel comfortable talking about -- it's erectile dysfunction. We’ll explore th...
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How to Cope with Election Stress and Fatigue
With political news constantly bombarding us from every direction, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, anxious or even burnt out. But how can we stay informed without losing our peace of mind? Host:Willard Shepard, Emmy Awa...
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Breast Cancer Survivorship: 10-Years Later
Two breast cancer survivors offer their unique insights about resilience and long-term health following their breast cancer diagnoses and treatments. They share their experience managing life’s challenges during and after a major health battle,...
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Young Women and Breast Cancer
Research shows that over the past 20 years, there has been an alarming increase of breast cancer in women younger than 50, which means now, more than ever, it’s so important to get screened – no matter your age! Host:
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Perimenopause and Menopause: What's Happening to Me?
The words “hormones” and “hot flashes” have been synonymous with menopause for decades. Now, more and more women have been speaking up and bringing this unique phase in a woman’s life to the spotlight. And the medical community is paying attent...
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Healthy Aging: A How-To
You’ve probably heard the phrase: “Health is wealth.” It’s very easy to forget about your health when you’re young. But the reality is that there are things you should be doing now to live not just a long life – but a healthy and happy one....
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Understanding Atrial Fibrillation: Why Awareness Could Save Your Life
Out of the blue, you’re sweating, you have clammy hands and your heart is racing. But you’re not even exercising. Are you experiencing warning signs of a serious heart condition? Host:Sandra Peebles, Emmy Award-...
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Teens and Social Media: Parenting in the Digital Age
Today’s teenagers do not know a world without smartphones and social media. And they are extremely skilled at navigating smartphones, tablets, and the Internet. As parents, you’ve probably seen the risks and challenges this online exposure brin...
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Blake Ferguson on Playing Professionally with Type 1 Diabetes
Type 1 diabetes is a lifelong condition that more than eight million people worldwide have -- and that number is expected to grow to between 13 to 17 million by 2040. That’s exactly why we need to talk about it because it’s important to know th...
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