5/18/20 Elderhood In The Time Of Covid-19
The CDC reports that 80% of coronavirus deaths are people 65 and older. Join Nurse Rona in conversation with Geriatrician, Dr. Louise Aronson, to discuss how elders are fairing during this deadly pandemic.
About Health
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A program designed to give listeners an opportunity to talk directly with experts who understand traditional and non-traditional medicine, health, and well-being. If you have suggestions for programs or questions about KPFA, please contact Rona Renner, RN, at [email protected] or Dr. David Feldman, PhD, at [email protected]
It’s hard to believe, but time has really flown since 2015 when same-sex marriage was legalized across the United States, breaking down an important barrier for millions of couples. But, this progress doesn’t mean that LGBT couples have stopped facing disapproval and discrimination. In fact, the continued legacy of homophobia and heterosexism can stress relationships. … Continued
5/4/20 Uncertainty, Anxiety, and Resilience
With the Covid-19 Pandemic, anxiety about our health, safety, and future is high! It’s hard to relax when there is so much uncertainty. Join Nurse Rona and Jennifer Shannon, LMFT, to discuss ways to manage anxiety and build resilience.
For many, the coronavirus pandemic has brought their first virtual meeting with a physician, psychotherapist, or other healthcare provider. Known as “telehealth,” remote meetings with healthcare professionals have quickly become the new normal. But, how much do you know about how these appointments go, how they change the way healthcare happens, and how to best … Continued
The Doctor is in! Join Nurse Rona and her guest, Dr. Harry McIlroy to discuss things to do (and to avoid) to build a strong immune system and stay healthy. Call with your questions to 1-800-958-9008.
In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, there’s a lot of grief to go around. In addition to COVID-related loses, people continue to die of more typical illnesses like cancer, heart disease, and numerous other age-related causes. Unfortunately, our normal ways of mourning have changed along with the rest of how we live our lives. … Continued
April 6, 2020: Facing The Climate Emergency
Can we face the truth about the Climate Emergency, during this time of the deadly Covid-19 global health crisis? Join Nurse Rona and her guest Margaret Klein Salamon, PhD, a clinical psychologist turned climate warrior whose work helps people face the deeply frightening, painful truths of the climate emergency, and transform their despair into effective action. … Continued
It’s hard to believe that it was only March 11 when the World Health Organization pronounced the novel coronavirus to be a global pandemic. As we “shelter in place,” it can sometimes seem like the end of the world. But, even the most cynical of the world’s scientific and medical minds are saying that the … Continued
About Health – March 23, 2020
A program designed to give listeners an opportunity to talk directly with experts in the fields of both traditional and non-traditional health, with Dr. Lenoir and Rona Renner, RN.
Most of us have been hurt by someone in our past—a family member, friend, colleague, or stranger. The legacy of conflicts and hurtful words can stick with us for a long time, let alone the pain of betrayal, trauma, and abuse. There’s a lot to forgive. But nobody should or even could ever be forced … Continued