These past years have brought to light many questions about our health, our countries health, and the health of our world. From the pandemic, to the insurrection, to our climate emergency—many of us have deep questions about what this unique time is teaching us, and how we can survive as a species Join Nurse Rona … Continued
Most people agree that the US health care system is broken, but there is also a less talked about problem to address—“Physician Culture.” Dr. Robert Pearl says, “Doctors are not heroes or villains. They produce remarkable successes and abysmal failures.” Rona Renner will interview him about what doctors do well, and how some miss the … Continued
Nurse Rona will interview Dr. Daniel Gibbs, the author of the recently released book, “A Tattoo on My Brain.“ Alzheimer’s, which is a neurological disorder, affects 6.2 million Americans. There is no cure for Alzheimer’s, but there is extensive clinical research being done. Dr. Gibbs, has been devoting his time to raising awareness about early-stage Alzheimer’s, … Continued
Nurse Rona Renner will interview James Keim, LCSW, to discuss the research in psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy. This is being explored as a promising treatment for people with depression, OCD, anxiety, addiction and other mental health challenges. It is believed by some that taking psilocybin in a therapeutic setting can result in neuroplastic changes that can lead … Continued
Epigenetics is the study of how our lifestyle, behaviors, and the environment we live in can cause changes that affect the way our genes work. Our gene expression is a powerful part of our overall health, and the more you understand this complex topic the more empowered you will be to influence your health and … Continued
When doctors and other health care professionals are blind to their racist beliefs and attitudes it can lead to less effective treatments, more pain, humiliation, and even death. It’s time that they take anti-racist study seriously and get support to see bias in themselves and in others. Join Nurse Rona and her guests, Dr. Jeff … Continued
Many people dealing with estrangement in their family don’t talk about it because of shame and fear of judgement. Dealing with estrangement takes an enormous emotional toll on the people involved. You are not alone! There are things that can sometimes help family members reunite. Nurse Rona will be joined by Dr. Joshua Coleman, author … Continued
50 million people are living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias worldwide. Here in the U.S. African Americans are twice as likely to develop Alzheimer’s and other dementias, but only half as likely to get a proper diagnosis, treatment or access to support and resources. Join Nurse Rona and her guest Karla Fields, a Community Outreach … Continued
The national death toll is more than 300,000 people, and tens of thousands of new cases are reported daily nationwide. California alone has had over 23,000 deaths. There is hope with the rollout of vaccines, but it will be some time before we can be confident of our health and safety. Join Nurse Rona and … Continued
People are under a great deal of stress these days, which can easily lead to frustration and angry outbursts. Anger is a normal emotion that can help us understand what’s wrong, but problems occur when we don’t know how to handle the anger we feel. Join Nurse Rona and her guest Michael A. Tompkins, PhD.
