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In a health crisis, we often refer to our journey as a "battle." We may see ourselves as "warriors." This is true for those impacted by Alzheimer's and dementia. The diagnosis brings uncertainty, disruption, and fear. But what happens when you're dealing with dementia in the middle of a war zone? When airstrikes are the norm, and screeching sirens interrupt each day, warning you to seek safety and shelter in a minute or less? When ordinary life ceases and the top of mind issue is simply staying alive? Avoiding disaster? Breathing? On October 7th, Miriam Green, an AlzAuthor living in Israel, found her life as a caregiver turned upside down when terrorists invaded her country. In this podcast, she shares with us the horror and brutality of what occurred, how her country, her family, friends and community have been affected by this conflict, and how they are dealing with it. She is a mother, daughter, grandmother, and wife, and like most women juggles her responsibilities as best as she can on a good day. Now, she struggles to find peace in the chaos, searching for meaningful, uplifting moments, even hope, while carefully balancing her family's needs. We are grateful to her for speaking with us. We take no sides in this conflict and pray for a peaceful resolution soon. In this episode, you will: Learn how Miriam finds brief moments of solace and peace in the midst of warSee how her mother's care community maintains a routine and stability for their patients even in the most challenging of circumstances, giving them a sense of familiarity and security.Discover the unique challenges faced by caregivers who are helping to raise grandchildren while caring for aging parents in war timeGain insights into the power of hope and resilience in the face of adversity, and learn how to nurture these qualities within yourself and your care recipients About Miriam Green Miriam Greenis the author of The Lost Kitchen: Reflections and Recipes from an Alzheimer's Caregiver. Her poetry has been published in several journals, including Poet Lore, The Prose Poem Project, Ilanot Review, The Barefoot Review, and Poetica Magazine. Her poem, “Mercy of a Full Womb,” won the 2014 Jewish Literary Journal’s 1st anniversary competition. Her poem, “Questions My Mother Asked, Answers My Father Gave Her,” won the 2013 Reuben Rose Poetry prize. She holds an MA in Creative Writing from Bar Ilan University, and a BA from Oberlin College. Miriam is a 24-year resident of Israel. After the Podcast Find Miriam on Facebook and on Twitter . Read Miriam's AlzAuthors blog post. Purchase The Lost Kitchen: Reflections and Recipes from an Alzheimer's Caregiver Purchase Life on Planet Alz by Jack Cohen, Miriam's father Note: We are an Amazon Associate and may receive a small commission on book sales which will cost you nothing. About the Podcast AlzAuthors is the global community of authors writing about Alzheimer’s and dementia from personal experience to light the way for others. Our podcast introduces you to our authors who share their stories and insights to provide knowledge, comfort, and support. Please subscribe so you don’t miss a word. If our authors’ stories move you, please leave a review. And don’t forget to share our podcast with family and friends on their own dementia journeys. We are a 501(c)(3) charitable organization totally reliant on donations to do what we do. Your generosity will help cover our many operating costs, which include website hosting and maintenance fees, service charges to keep things running smoothly, and marketing expenses to promote our authors, expand our content, improve our reach, and more. Our ongoing work supports our mission to lift the silence and stigma of Alzheimer’s and other dementias. To sustain our efforts please donate here. Thank you for listening. We are a WCN Featured Podcast. Proud to be on The Health Podcast Network. Want to be on the podcast? Here’s what you need to know. Shop our Store

Privacy regulations must catch up with digital tools to avoid hindering innovation in healthcare. In this episode, host Steve Lieber interviews health system leaders at the Becker's Health IT Conference, exploring transformative technologies modernizing healthcare. -Gurmeet Sranen envisions smart hospitals leveraging technology to enhance patient care. -Bryan Sisk discusses the challenge of balancing innovation with practical value for nurses and patients.  -Reed Smith focuses on the potential of AI in addressing workforce challenges. -Nick Patel emphasizes the need for AI to drive insights and automation in healthcare, particularly in managing chronic conditions. -Bill Feaster calls for intelligent use of AI tools like generative AI to enhance predictive analytics.  -Arz Raheem proposes ambient technology as a solution to physician burnout. Tune in and discover the transformative possibilities shaping the era of smart hospitals!

Ensuring frontline workers are equipped with the essential tools to elevate and enrich the overall patient experience is paramount. In this episode, Ed Finn, Business Development Manager of Fiber at Crown Castle, dives into the vital role infrastructure plays in advancing healthcare technologies. Crown Castle, a health facilities-based carrier, offers services such as dark fiber, and Wi-Fi managed fiber and owns 40% of the nation's towers, enabling customized Wi-Fi solutions. Ed explains why he collaborates with regional partners to promote healthcare solutions that align with their key performance indicators. He also highlights the use of ambient intelligence, emphasizing the importance of supporting those workers with the right tools and technologies to enhance the overall patient experience. Stay tuned to discover how Crown Castle is reshaping the future of healthcare infrastructure. Resources: Connect with and follow Ed Finn on LinkedIn and email him here. Email Karen Fetters and Jon Rosen. Follow Crown Castle on LinkedIn. Explore Crown Castle’s Website.

Editor’s Summary by Christopher W. Seymour, MD, MSc, Associate Editor of JAMA, the Journal of the American Medical Association, for the November 21, 2023, issue. Related Content: Audio Highlights

Empowering lives in crisis, Crisis Textline offers 24/7 text-based mental health support, turning alarming statistics into stories of hope and resilience. In this episode, Shairi Turner, Chief Health Officer at Crisis Text Line, delves into the importance of spreading awareness and normalizing conversations around mental health. Shairi highlights the alarming statistics that suicide is the second leading cause of death among teens and young adults. She emphasizes the disproportionate impact on youth of color, girls, and LGBTQ+ individuals. Shairi talks about the vital work they do in providing free, 24/7 text-based mental health support in English and Spanish. She shares how Crisis Textline is spreading awareness and reaching those in need, as well as how listeners can get involved and make a difference as volunteers.  Join us as we delve into this crucial conversation on mental health and learn how we can all contribute to making a positive impact. Resources: Connect with and follow Shairi Turner on LinkedIn. Follow Crisis Text Line on LinkedIn. Explore Crisis Text Line’s Website. 

In this episode, I’ll be talking about how the pandemic has affected healthcare workers, and why retention should be a priority right now, versus recruitment. I share insights on what the impact of healthcare providers leaving the profession could look like, and how we can work to prevent this from happening. Listen in to learn: What the biggest challenges in healthcare are during this time  Risks of healthcare staff leaving the profession and why retention is so important What we should be focusing on to retain healthcare providers   How we can bring wellness to providers even during a pandemic  Grab your drink of choice and join the conversation! Resources Washington Post Article: https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2021/04/22/health-workers-covid-quit/ Connect with Jennifer George: @bestobsessed_with_jenn | Instagram Jennifer George | Website @jenngeorge08) | Twitter Jennifer George | Facebook Click here to check out my award-winning book about connecting and communicating with patients to create empowering experiences!  -| This episode originally aired on September 5, 2023 on Healthcare Provider Happy Hour. Listen, follow and subscribe here. -| The Healthcare Leader Podcast Channel is produced with support from Provider Solutions & Development, expert recruitment advisors helping physicians navigate their next career move. Learn more about their work by visiting healthpodcastnetwork.com/psd

Sonny Goyal, Senior Vice President of Diversified Business Group and Chief Strategy Officer of Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC), joins Eric to share some of Blue Cross NC’s successful initiatives to help members live their best lives.    Sonny discussed Blue Cross NC’s approach to mitigating social determinants of health, explaining the insurer is utilizing test-and-learn models to build quantifiable evidence, scale up successful models and, eventually, expand those ideas through its benefit offerings across the state.   Sonny and Eric touch on several topics, including Blue Cross NC’s recent food insecurity pilot program, value-based care, provider relationships and community health initiatives.    After listening, you’ll have many bright spots to consider implementing in your organization!   Links to articles mentioned during the discussion: https://www.bluecrossnc.com/blog/expert-takes/transforming-health-care/food-is-medicine https://catalyst.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/CAT.22.0351 https://mediacenter.bcbsnc.com/news/blue-cross-nc-donates-500-000-to-the-forward-fund-established-to-support-transition-efforts-following-mill-closure   About Sonny Sonny leads the diversified business group at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC) while also serving as their chief strategy officer, He is responsible for thoughtfully guiding the company as it seeks to achieve sustainable long-term growth by enhancing its existing business and identifying opportunities to expand beyond via inorganic growth. Among other responsibilities, Sonny is accountable for managing and maturing the company’s best-in-class business partnerships and assets, shaping Blue Cross NC’s short-term goals and long-term strategy, portfolio planning and prioritization, corporate development and utilizing strategic intelligence to improve the experience of key stakeholders across the state. Before joining Blue Cross NC, Sonny served in leadership roles at several other leading companies in the healthcare, venture capital and finance sectors. Most recently, he was Executive Director for Corporate Strategy and Development for the Advisory Board Company in Washington, DC. Before that, Sonny led Mergers and Acquisitions for Highmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield; brokered acquisitions, divestitures and capital raises ranging from $250 million to $12 billion at Wells Fargo; and assisted in assessing venture capital investments for Garage Technology Ventures in Silicon Valley.  Connect with us on social media:  Facebook: facebook.com/brightspotshc Instagram: instagram.com/brightspotshc LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/shared-purpose-connect Twitter: twitter.com/BrightSpotsinHC TikTok: tiktok.com/@brightspotshc

Brought to you by: Mayo Clinic Talks Podcast RISE cofounders Anjali Bhagra, M.D., M.B.A., and Barbara L. Jordan, M.A., discuss the crucial role of equity in healthcare, and how Mayo Clinic is building an ecosystem of equity to create a more inclusive environment for staff and patients. In reflecting on season 1 of the RISE for Equity podcast, Dr. Bhagra shared, “I think in this space, it is incredibly important for us to learn from and disseminate stories. I'm very, very proud of the fact that we got to learn from amazing colleagues, collaborators, and innovators through this platform.”  “We're in this together. We're in very troubled times across the globe and now more than ever is the right time for us to come united with our differences and use this platform, if it works for you, to understand the nuances of different identities and also to understand the power of community in problem-solving.” – Dr. Anjali Bhagra “All of us have to put on that equity lens and ensure that we are not harming others who may not be at the table. That we are not, without intention, creating systemic issues that are impacting the care of our patients, that are impacting the longevity, the retention of employees. We see it one step at a time, one policy at a time, one practice at a time, with the goal in the end to provide equitable care.” – Barbara Jordan Learn more at https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/rise-for-equity/

Thanksgiving is upon us. It’s an absolutely wonderful holiday –unless you’re a turkey. It can be a busy day in the ER, too with Thanksgiving-themed ailments like food poisoning and burns. But the big takeaway is that showing gratitude is good for your mental and physical health.🎙️⚕️ABOUT CARETALKCareTalk is a weekly podcast that provides an incisive, no B.S. view of the US healthcare industry. Join co-hosts John Driscoll (President U.S. Healthcare and EVP, Walgreens Boots Alliance) and David Williams (President, Health Business Group) as they debate the latest in US healthcare news, business and policy. GET IN TOUCHBecome a CareTalk sponsorGuest appearance requestsVisit us on the webSubscribe to the CareTalk NewsletterShop official CareTalk merchFOLLOW CARETALKSpotifyApple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsFollow us on LinkedIn#healthcare #healthcarepolicy #healthcarebusiness #healthcaretechnology #mentalhealth #thanksgivingSupport the showCareTalk: Healthcare. Unfiltered. is produced by Grippi Media Digital Marketing

POSTPRANDIAL SOMNOLENCE STRIKES AGAIN! In this Thanksgiving-themed episode, Jeremy unpacks the science behind why we feel so sleepy after a big meal. What's the reason? Is it the tryptophan? Is it the sugar? Is it the time of day? Listen and find out :) We are so thankful for you, our dear listeners! Enjoy restful time with your loved ones! For more episodes, limited edition merch, or to become a Friend of Your Doctor Friends (and more), follow this link! This includes the famous "Advice from the last generation of doctors that inhaled lead" shirt :) Also, CHECK OUT AMAZING HEALTH PODCASTS on The Health Podcast Network   Find us at: Website: yourdoctorfriendspodcast.com  Email: [email protected]  Connect with us: @your_doctor_friends (IG) Send/DM us a voice memo/question and we might play it on the show! @yourdoctorfriendspodcast1013 (YouTube) @JeremyAllandMD (IG, FB, Twitter) @JuliaBrueneMD (IG) @HealthPodNet (IG)

In this episode, Dr. Geeta Nayyar, a Wall Street Journal best-selling author of "Dead Wrong," returns to the show to discuss her book and the critical issue of mis and disinformation in healthcare, particularly in the age of AI and digital technology. The conversation explores the importance of rebuilding trust in healthcare, acknowledging past mistakes, and bridging the gap between medical professionals and the public. Dr. Nayyar also emphasizes the need for a science-focused PR campaign and leveraging social media and AI to combat the spread of misinformation, ultimately aiming to empower individuals with accurate information in the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare.

Join Heather Finlay-Morreale, a pediatrician. We'll delve into the uncomfortable reality of doctors' attitudes towards disabled patients, drawing from her personal experiences and the broader efforts to create positive change in medical education and practice. Discover how collaboration among top institutions and the development of competencies are reshaping health care for the better. Heather Finlay-Morreale is a pediatrician and can be reached on Twitter @FinlayMorreale. She discusses the KevinMD article, "Empathetic patient care: Addressing disability in education." Careers by KevinMD is your gateway to health care success. We connect you with real-time, exclusive resources like job boards, news updates, and salary insights, all tailored for health care professionals. With expertise in uniting top talent and leading employers across the nation's largest health care hiring network, we're your partner in shaping health care's future. Fulfill your health care journey at KevinMD.com/careers. VISIT SPONSOR → https://kevinmd.com/careers Discovering disability insurance? Pattern understands your concerns. Over 20,000 doctors trust us for straightforward, affordable coverage. We handle everything from quotes to paperwork. Say goodbye to insurance stress – visit Pattern today at KevinMD.com/pattern. VISIT SPONSOR → https://kevinmd.com/pattern SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended GET CME FOR THIS EPISODE → https://earnc.me/FSthUq Powered by CMEfy.