Dr. Moe Goes to the Doctor

It sounds ridiculous, but despite the face value of the dictum "physician, heal thyself" doctors need primary care too! In this episode, Health In Harlem's Reid Vero sits with Dr. Moe Selb to talk about his visit to his primary care physician and how to optimize your visit to your primary care provider. Learn why primary care is not only lifesaving, but also a vital part of longevity and living a healthy life.</p> Weill Cornell- Optimizing Your Care- <a href="https://weillcornell.org/news/optimizing-your-care">https://weillcornell.org/news/optimizing-your-care</a></p>  </p> 5 Steps to Optimize Your Doctor's Visit by Dr. Zoe McMillen of LifeScape Premier- <a href="https://www.lifescapepremier.com/blogs/5-steps-to-optimize-your-doctors-visit">https://www.lifescapepremier.com/blogs/5-steps-to-optimize-your-doctors-visit</a></p>  </p> The Importance of Primary Care- The Economist- <a href="https://www.economist.com/special-report/2018/04/26/the-importance-of-primary-care?utm_medium=cpc.adword.pd&utm_source=google&ppccampaignID=17210591673&ppcadID=&utm_campaign=a.22brand_pmax&utm_content=conversion.direct-response.anonymous&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA75itBhA6EiwAkho9e1haXhtjagI5eif3qTyswNvlsOt8dKm8X6RpogrFWaM2nD1aX6uUehoC5OUQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds">https://www.economist.com/special-report/2018/04/26/the-importance-of-primary-care?utm_medium=cpc.adword.pd&utm_source=google&ppccampaignID=17210591673&ppcadID=&utm_campaign=a.22brand_pmax&utm_content=conversion.direct-response.anonymous&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA75itBhA6EiwAkho9e1haXhtjagI5eif3qTyswNvlsOt8dKm8X6RpogrFWaM2nD1aX6uUehoC5OUQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds</a></p>  </p>  </p>

00:59:26

We ❤️ LiveOnNY

Amidst the miracles of modern medicine that we see in semaglutide, endovascular therapies for stroke, and pandemic ending vaccines, there is one that has been largely overlooked in our day-to-day discourse on what is hot and what is not on the health news scene. LiveOnNY is a non-for-profit organization whose mission is to provide the logistics and infrastructure needed to coordinate successful organ and tissue donation in New york State. In this episode, we sat down with Mr. Leonard Achan, CEO of LiveOnNY to learn about this amazing organization and how we can all save and improve lives through organ and tissue donation. </p>

01:00:29

The Semaglutide Show

We are in the midst of a weight loss revolution, and it's not thanks to your local quack-doctor or health guru. Semaglutide, a glucagon like peptide-1 receptor (GLP-1) agonist, is approved by the FDA for weight loss and has been all over the mainstream and social media as a miracle drug that millions are turning to to shed excess weight. But where did this medicine come from and what is the science, and even the risks behind it? That is the topic for this episode of Health In Harlem. As always, we welcome your questions and comments and we hope that you learn from our program and the only thing we ask is that you share what you learn with anyone that will listen. Harlem (aka people of the World), take care of yourself.</p> Frontiers in Endocrinology: The Discovery and Development of Liraglutide and Semaglutide</p> <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6474072/">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6474072/</a></p> Associated Press: New Guidance: Use Drugs, Surgery Early for Obesity in Kids</p> <a href="https://apnews.com/article/obesity-kids-drugs-surgery-new-guidance-c48d5896114beea7eda31d7b8b25461d">https://apnews.com/article/obesity-kids-drugs-surgery-new-guidance-c48d5896114beea7eda31d7b8b25461d</a></p> New England Journal of Medicine- Weight and Health</p> <a href="https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMp2214423?query=recirc_curatedRelated_article">https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMp2214423?query=recirc_curatedRelated_article</a></p> New England Journal of Medicine- When Weight Impacts Health</p> <a href="https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMp2215794?query=recirc_curatedRelated_article">https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMp2215794?query=recirc_curatedRelated_article</a></p> Pediatrics: Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Evaluation and Treatment of Children and Adolescents with Obesity</p> <a href="https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/151/2/e2022060640/190443/Clinical-Practice-Guideline-for-the-Evaluation-and?autologincheck=redirected">https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/151/2/e2022060640/190443/Clinical-Practice-Guideline-for-the-Evaluation-and?autologincheck=redirected</a></p> The New York Times: Ozempic Can Cause Major Weight Loss. What Happens When You Stop Taking It?</p> <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/03/well/live/ozempic-wegovy-weight-loss.html">https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/03/well/live/ozempic-wegovy-weight-loss.html</a></p>  </p>

00:58:15

Milk Madness Part 2

Alt milk? as strange as this term sounds, it's largely true as many plant-based milks are not simply substitutes to dairy milk (especially when comparing the nutritional profiles of dairy and plant-based milks). In this episode we give you the low down on the history, production, pros and cons of plant-based milks and how you might use them in pursuit of your health goals. Also, check out the resources below for more background information regarding this program. As always, the only thing we ask s that you share what you learn with anyone that will listen. Harlem, take care of yourself.</p>  </p> U.S. News and World Report: Which Kind of Milk is Healthiest?</p> <a href="https://health.usnews.com/wellness/food/articles/which-type-of-milk-is-healthiest">https://health.usnews.com/wellness/food/articles/which-type-of-milk-is-healthiest</a></p>  </p> Cleveland Clinic: What You Need to Know When Choosing Milk and Milk Alternatives</p> https://health.clevelandclinic.org/what-you-need-to-know-when-choosing-milk-and-milk-alternatives/</p>  </p> New York Times: Are Plant Milks Good for You?</p> https://www.nytimes.com/2021/05/10/style/plant-milk.html</p> New York Times: I’m Lactose Intolerant, What’s the Best Nondairy Milk Alternative?</p> <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/01/well/eat/lactose-intolerant-non-dairy-milk.html">https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/01/well/eat/lactose-intolerant-non-dairy-milk.html</a></p> Which Alternative Milk is Best for the Environment</p> <a href="https://thebeet.com/youve-ditched-dairy-but-which-plant-based-milk-is-best-for-the-environment/">https://thebeet.com/youve-ditched-dairy-but-which-plant-based-milk-is-best-for-the-environment/</a></p> Meta-Analysis; Soy Intake and Breast Cancer Risk</p> <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3930722/">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3930722/</a></p> Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public health Blog Site: The Nutrition Source- Milk</p> <a href="https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/milk/">https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/milk/</a></p> Prevalence of Cow’s Milk Allergy (CMA)</p> <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9046619/">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9046619/</a></p> Food Manufacturing: Exploring the Growth of Plant-based Milk</p> <a href="https://www.foodmanufacturing.com/consumer-trends/article/21723117/exploring-the-growth-of-plantbased-milk#:~:text=Contrary%20to%20public%20perception%2C%20the,East%20in%20the%2013th%20century">https://www.foodmanufacturing.com/consumer-trends/article/21723117/exploring-the-growth-of-plantbased-milk#:~:text=Contrary%20to%20public%20perception%2C%20the,East%20in%20the%2013th%20century</a>.</p>

01:00:33

Milk Madness Part 1

Got (soy, almond, rice, cashew, oat, etc.) milk? Considering the varieties and the various pros and cons associated with each, choosing which milk (or milk-like beverage) to drink can be harder than making a decision which car insurance to purchase. Well, Health In Harlem is here to help you sort through the madness and decide which milk or milk-alternative is the best for you. This two-part series will start with the ins and outs of dairy milk and next week we will discuss the various plant-based alternatives out there and compare and contrast them to their dairy counterparts. Please check out the links below to learn more and be sure to hit us up with any questions, comments, or concerns. As always, Harlem, take care of yourself.</p> U.S. News and World Report: Which Kind of Milk is Healthiest?</p> <a href="https://health.usnews.com/wellness/food/articles/which-type-of-milk-is-healthiest">https://health.usnews.com/wellness/food/articles/which-type-of-milk-is-healthiest</a></p>  </p> Cleveland Clinic: What You Need to Know When Choosing Milk and Milk Alternatives</p> https://health.clevelandclinic.org/what-you-need-to-know-when-choosing-milk-and-milk-alternatives/</p>  </p> New York Times: Are Plant Milks Good for You?</p> https://www.nytimes.com/2021/05/10/style/plant-milk.html</p>  </p> New York Times: I’m Lactose Intolerant, What’s the Best Nondairy Milk Alternative?</p> <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/01/well/eat/lactose-intolerant-non-dairy-milk.html">https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/01/well/eat/lactose-intolerant-non-dairy-milk.html</a></p>  </p> Which Alternative Milk is Best for the Environment</p> <a href="https://thebeet.com/youve-ditched-dairy-but-which-plant-based-milk-is-best-for-the-environment/">https://thebeet.com/youve-ditched-dairy-but-which-plant-based-milk-is-best-for-the-environment/</a></p>

01:00:02

New Years’ Show 2023

It's 2023 and while the year is still new, there are many of us who have already reneged on one or more of our resolutions. But no need for sorrow or disappointment as the Health In Harlem team is here to get you back on your path to success! In this episode, Dr. Maurice Selby, Reid Vero, and Anastasia Deda share their resolutions from last year and discuss their ups and downs and their reasons for success and/or failure in pursuit of their goals. Then we flip the script and apply lessons from last year to optimize success and flourish in 2023! Please see the links below for more information and to kick this year off the right way. </p>  </p> Psychology Today: The Practice and Habit of Happiness by Jeffrey Davis</p> <a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/tracking-wonder/201912/the-practice-and-habit-happiness">https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/tracking-wonder/201912/the-practice-and-habit-happiness</a></p> NPR: Time is Fleeting. Here's how to stay on track with New Years' goals</p> <a href="https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2023/01/02/1144894026/time-is-fleeting-heres-how-to-stay-on-track-with-new-years-goals">https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2023/01/02/1144894026/time-is-fleeting-heres-how-to-stay-on-track-with-new-years-goals</a></p> The Atlantic: New Years' Resolutions That Will Actually Lead to Happiness</p> <a href="https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2020/12/new-years-resolutions-will-make-you-happier/617439/">https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2020/12/new-years-resolutions-will-make-you-happier/617439/</a></p> Red Cross: CPR Certification Class</p> <a href="https://www.redcross.org/take-a-class?scode=PSG00000E017&ds_rl=1289062cid=generator&med=cpc&source=google&gclid=CjwKCAiAwomeBhBWEiwAM43YIEsEy2_HXiHhtLcyV7GgXrMOb2Gt951OpJtUebg0tKWdzR61h5u_7hoC1FMQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds">https://www.redcross.org/take-a-class?scode=PSG00000E017&ds_rl=1289062cid=generator&med=cpc&source=google&gclid=CjwKCAiAwomeBhBWEiwAM43YIEsEy2_HXiHhtLcyV7GgXrMOb2Gt951OpJtUebg0tKWdzR61h5u_7hoC1FMQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds</a></p>  </p>  </p>  </p>  </p>

00:58:20

The Pandemic Might Be Over (But COVID Is Not): The Omicron Booster Show

On Sunday September 18, 2022, in an interview on 60 Minutes President Joseph R. Biden declared "the pandemic is over." While some experts (mainly epidemiologists and infectious disease specialists) would disagree with the President's assessment, it's kind of hard to say he is flat out wrong. We are in a very different place as the rates of COVID had been falling for weeks before recently plateauing along with hospitalizations and deaths from the illness. Things have certainly gotten better. But the fact remains that SARS-CoV-2 is still out there, and if the pattern for the last two years holds up, we'll be seeing surges of cases this Fall and Winter season. Thus, on Health In Harlem this week, we have a cozy chat about the bivalent vaccines/boosters that will be paramount in preventing severe illness and death as well as decreasing the economic and social burden of the disease. While you listen in, check out the resources below to learn more about recent COVID guidelines, vaccine information, and a vaccine eligibility tool! Enjoy and as always, Harlem, take care of yourself."    </p> Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: CDC Streamlines COVID-19 Guidance to help the public better protect themselves and understand their risk</p> <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2022/p0811-covid-guidance.html">https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2022/p0811-covid-guidance.html</a></p> Centers for Disease Control and prevention: The Update on “Up to Date”</p> <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/covid-data/covidview/index.html">https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/covid-data/covidview/index.html</a></p> Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: COVID Vaccine Eligibility Tool</p> <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/stay-up-to-date.html#when-you-can-get-booster">https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/stay-up-to-date.html#when-you-can-get-booster</a></p>  </p>  </p>

01:00:17

Probiotics and Your Health

It is no surprise that a the distribution and consumption of probiotics has grown multi-billion dollar industry. Spurred by breakthroughs in understanding of the way the human microbiome impacts our health and wellness, it seems like a sure bet that the consumption of beneficial microorganism will contribute to improved health and wellness. However, there are many indications that the science is unsettled. In this episode of <em>Health In Harlem</em> we are joined by Dr. Pieter Cohen, Associate Professor of Medicine at the Harvard Medical School and Director of the Supplement Research Program and Dr. Daniel Merenstein, Professor of Family Medicine at the Georgetown University and an expert in probiotics that has recruited more than 2000 patients for clinical trials involving probiotics. So, are probiotics for you and are they the key to you living the healthiest life possible, listen in to find out. </p>  </p> National Institutes of Health: Probiotics Fact Sheet</p> <a href="https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Probiotics-Consumer/">https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Probiotics-Consumer/</a></p>  </p> The New York Times: What are the Benefits of Probiotics?</p> <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2019/11/27/style/self-care/probiotics-benefits.html">https://www.nytimes.com/2019/11/27/style/self-care/probiotics-benefits.html</a></p>  </p> The New york Times: The Problem with Probiotics</p> <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2018/10/22/upshot/the-problem-with-probiotics.html">https://www.nytimes.com/2018/10/22/upshot/the-problem-with-probiotics.html</a></p>  </p> Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Regulatory Oversight and Safety of Probiotic Use</p> <a href="https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/16/11/10-0574_article">https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/16/11/10-0574_article</a></p>  </p>  </p>  </p>  </p>  </p>  </p>  </p>  </p>  </p>  </p>

00:51:02

UV Safety Month

We on Health In Harlem are fans of enjoying the sun and getting those vitamin D levels up, but we are also very aware that scorched skin is no fun. July is UV Safety Month and that is because as ubiquitous as the sun is, the damage it causes is just as widespread. In this episode we discuss the danger of UV radiation and deliver the information you need to stay safe while enjoying the best that Summer has to offer. As always, if you have any questions, comments or concerns about the program, please hit us up on our message board or via our social media pages. </p> UV Safety Sources</p> Journal of the American Medical Association Dermatology: Ten-year Follow-Up of Persons with Sun-damaged Skin Associated with Subsequent Development of Squamous Cell Carcinoma</p> <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7992022/">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7992022/</a></p> Summit Medical Group Blog: UV Safety Month  2022</p> <a href="https://www.summitmedical.com/blog/2022uv">https://www.summitmedical.com/blog/2022uv</a></p> <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7992022/"> </a></p> Wirecutter (The New York Times): Lots of People Apply Sunscreen Wrong: Here’s How to Do It Right</p> <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/blog/how-to-apply-sunscreen/">https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/blog/how-to-apply-sunscreen/</a></p>  </p>  </p>

01:03:42

The BBL Show!

With more than 40,000 procedures performed in 2020 and a 90% increase in the number of procedures performed between 2015 and 2019, the Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL)- aka buttocks augmentation or gluteal augmentation- is among the most popular cosmetic surgeries. But buyer beware, as it is also the most deadly. In this episode, the Health In Harlem team is joined by Doris Hansen, a Surgical Physician Assistant working in plastic and cosmetic surgery sits with us to discuss the ins and out of this procedure and how to select the right surgeon to get the job done. Please be sure to leave your questions and comments and we will be sure to answer them as best we can. As always, Harlem, take care of yourself.</p>  </p> *The price range for BBLs mentioned in the show varies according to the location, surgical practice, practitioner and can even vary state-to-state. The price in the United States can range from $3000 to $30,000 and does not always include the costs of aftercare and other supplies, garments, medications, etc. that will be necessary to ensure success of the procedure. Please read the resources below to learn more.</p>  </p> American Society of Plastic Surgery: How Do I Choose a Surgeon for Buttock Enhancement? </p> <a href="https://www.plasticsurgery.org/cosmetic-procedures/buttock-enhancement/surgeon">https://www.plasticsurgery.org/cosmetic-procedures/buttock-enhancement/surgeon</a></p> American Board of Cosmetic Surgery: Are Brazilian Butt Lifts Safe?</p> <a href="https://www.americanboardcosmeticsurgery.org/cosmetic-medicine/are-brazilian-butt-lifts-safe/">https://www.americanboardcosmeticsurgery.org/cosmetic-medicine/are-brazilian-butt-lifts-safe/</a></p>  </p> Harper's Bazaar: Just How Dangerous is a Brazilian Butt Lift?<a href="https://www.harpersbazaar.com/beauty/skin-care/a28170595/what-is-brazilian-butt-lift/#:~:text=How%20Much%20Does%20a%20BBL,anywhere%20from%20%243%2C000%20to%20%2430%2C000">https://www.harpersbazaar.com/beauty/skin-care/a28170595/what-is-brazilian-butt-lift/#:~:text=How%20Much%20Does%20a%20BBL,anywhere%20from%20%243%2C000%20to%20%2430%2C000</a>.</p>  </p> The New York Times: Brazilian Butt lifts Surge, Despite Risks</p> <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2021/08/19/style/brazillian-butt-lift-bbl-how-much-risks.html">https://www.nytimes.com/2021/08/19/style/brazillian-butt-lift-bbl-how-much-risks.html</a></p>  </p> Vox: The $5000 Quest for the Perfect Butt</p> <a href="https://www.vox.com/the-goods/22598377/bbl-brazilian-butt-lift-miami-cost-tiktok">https://www.vox.com/the-goods/22598377/bbl-brazilian-butt-lift-miami-cost-tiktok</a></p> American Board of Cosmetic Surgery: Cosmetic Vs. Plastic Surgery</p> <a href="https://www.americanboardcosmeticsurgery.org/patient-resources/cosmetic-surgery-vs-plastic-surgery/">https://www.americanboardcosmeticsurgery.org/patient-resources/cosmetic-surgery-vs-plastic-surgery/</a></p>

00:58:47