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How to Respond When Teens Self-Harm with Zeyd Khan, MD

Nearly 1 in 5 teens engage in some form of self-harm, whether it's cutting, scratching, burning or another kind of physical hurt. It's behavior that can be shocking and scary. Listen in as adolescent psychiatrist Zeyd Khan explains what may trigger self-harm and what you can do to help.

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April 10, 2024

Heart Health and Diet: How They’re Connected with Julia Zumpano, RD and Leslie Cho, MD

The next time you sit down for a meal, think about the food on your plate: What's there will go a long way toward determining how well your cardiovascular system functions. Let's take a closer look at the relationship between diet and heart health in this podcast with cardiologist Leslie Cho and registered dietitian Julia Zumpano.

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April 3, 2024

Facelifts: Can They Turn Back Time? with James Zins, MD

Aging makes its mark on everyone at some point. Consider facelifts an eraser. The popular cosmetic procedure can smooth out wrinkles and tighten sagging skin. Learn more about this surgery and what it can (and can't) do for you in this podcast with Dr. James Zins.

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March 27, 2024

Snack Time! Healthy Options for the Kiddos with Hanna Leikin, RD

Your kids just got home from school - and THEY ARE HUNGRY. Waiting for dinner is not an option. They need to eat NOW. So what can you drag out for a healthy snack that won't ruin their appetite for later? Pediatric nutritionist Hanna Leikin shares some ideas in this podcast.

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March 20, 2024

Why Do We Have Nightmares? with Alaina Tiani, PhD

One in 20 people experience a nightmare at least once a week - a statistic that is more than a bit terrifying. So why do bad dreams lurk in our subconscious? Listen in as Dr. Alaina Tiana scares up an explanation and offers tip to find a more peaceful dreamland.

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