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<iframe class="embed-responsive-item" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/hhkBpeX2UbQ" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p class="article-body"> Doctor Farzad Masroor tells us about several types of thyroid cancers and how we can prevent them. </p>
<iframe class="embed-responsive-item" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/VINAAbVg3Q8" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p class="article-body"> Doctor David Vitberg informs us about how GBMC acquired the award for their resuscitation improvement lighthouse organization. </p>
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<iframe class="embed-responsive-item" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/JuTWAeCZbck" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p class="article-body"> Nurse practitioner Kelsey Terrones tell us why it is important for kids to get their vaccines before returning to school. </p>
<iframe class="embed-responsive-item" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/zEw6uOjecXY" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p class="article-body"> Doctor Kimberly Levinson gives us more information about the stages of endometrial cancer and when to know to see a doctor. </p>
<iframe class="embed-responsive-item" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/CMI-q4g2z-4" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p class="article-body"> Physical therapist, Joseph Palmer tells us how to safely exercise during the heat. </p>
<iframe class="embed-responsive-item" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Uf2Kz9fzNak" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p class="article-body"> Doctor Tanvi Shah tells us what cataracts are and what procedures are taken for them to be treated. </p>
<iframe class="embed-responsive-item" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/p8qjbJSi7oc" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p class="article-body"> Doctor Esther Kim gives us more information about tattoo and hair removal. </p>
<iframe class="embed-responsive-item" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/VL8gtpW_XCk" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p class="article-body"> Doctor Oluwatosin Thompson tells us what hypertension and strokes are and the difference between the two. </p>
<iframe class="embed-responsive-item" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/wYzw5dN9t3Y" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p class="article-body"> How often do you think about your voice? For many people, the answer is “rarely,” but the voice is a critical part of communication and daily functioning. World Voice Day, held every year on April 16, is an opportunity to raise awareness about vocal health and remind people about how critical the voice is to their everyday lives. To celebrate this year, Dan Sherwood, MS/CCC-SP, HSE, Clinical Vocologist at the Johns Hopkins Voice Center at GBMC, spoke with Mary Beth Marsden to educate viewers about how to care for their voice. <br> <br> “Our voice is almost like a second face – it’s part of our very identity,” he said, “and once we lose it, we can’t get another one.” Dan knows this on a personal level and uses that to connect with his patients. For 13 years, he worked on broadcast radio, and overused his voice to the point that scar tissue formed on his vocal cords. “I stumbled into this profession the hard way,” he expressed, “I found it because I was a patient.” <br> <br> Most of the patients Dan sees use their voice to make a living – singers, actors, teachers, lawyers, etc. – but anyone, regardless of profession, can develop vocal issues. “One of the most common problems people have is using their voice too much, too loudly, and for too long,” he explained. When this happens, the vocal cords swell and the surrounding muscles become strained, potentially causing permanent damage. <br> <br> Dan provided several tips for maintaining healthy vocal cords: </p> <ul> <li> Hydrate regularly </li> <li> Warm up the voice before heavy use </li> <li> Pace yourself </li> <li> Do not slouch </li> <li> Stay active </li> <li> Breathe properly </li> </ul> He emphasized that general self-awareness and understanding body signals is one of the best ways to prevent damage or to tell if something is wrong. “Listen to your body,” he said. “It will tell you when you need to rest.” <br> <br> If someone is experiencing issues like sudden changes in the voice, prolonged hoarseness, or pain in the throat, Dan suggested starting by talking with an ENT or primary care provider. If appropriate, they can then refer to a specialized practice like the Voice Center. <br> <br> GBMC takes a multidisciplinary approach to vocal health, with laryngologists, speech language pathologists, and clinical vocologists working together to develop a unique treatment plan for each patient. Diagnosis is done through specialized cameras that go down the throat and treatments can range from surgery to medication to therapy. Throughout the interactive conversation, Dan answered viewer questions and discussed topics such as how the voice changes with age, how allergies affect the voice, and ways to effectively speak through a mask.
<iframe class="embed-responsive-item" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/uayM-O--Psg" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p class="article-body"> The Sexual Assault Forensic Examination (SAFE) & Domestic Violence (DV) Program at GBMC provides survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, human trafficking, and child abuse with free, confidential services. These range from medical and forensic care to crisis and safety counseling. Patients are never turned away or charged for these services. <br> <br> Using a patient-centered approach, SAFE & DV nurses attend to victims’ medical needs while expertly documenting injuries and collecting evidence of crimes. Laura Clary, BSN, RN, FNE-A/P, SANE-A, Clinical Program Manager, talked with WMAR’s Erin MacPherson more specifically about the services offered and discussed the upcoming Walk a Mile in Their Shoes event. Some of the topics she covered include: </p> <ul> <li> Community partnerships that extend care beyond the walls of GBMC </li> <li> Dedicated spaces within the SAFE & DV suite specifically designed for children </li> <li> The effects that COVID-19 has had on victims </li> <li> How the team has adjusted workflows to provide a safe and comfortable environment during the pandemic </li> <li> Ways the community can support the SAFE & DV Program </li> </ul> This year’s Walk a Mile in Their Shoes is being held virtually on April 17. Everyone is welcome to register to support this amazing program and the survivors that it helps! If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse or assault, call the SAFE & DV private hotline at 443-849-3323 or visit <a href="/node/2551">www.gbmc.org/safe-dv</a>. You are not alone, we are here to help.
<iframe class="embed-responsive-item" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/JEJZVk0Q7jU" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p class="article-body"> Colon cancer is much more common than many people realize. It is the third most common cancer in both men and women, and it is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. For Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, Nina Ferraris, MD, colon and rectal surgeon at GBMC Health Partners, spoke with WMAR’s Christian Shaffer about screening recommendations and when patients should talk to their doctor about a colonoscopy. Some of the other topics she covered include: </p> <ul> <li> What happens before and during a colonoscopy </li> <li> How colonoscopies can prevent cancer before it starts </li> <li> Colon cancer in young people </li> <li> The symptoms of colon cancer </li> <li> How colon cancer is treated </li> </ul> Dr. Ferraris acknowledged that some people are embarrassed to talk about their symptoms, but she encouraged patients to communicate with their doctor if they have any concerns. The doctor’s goal is to make you feel better and you shouldn’t have to suffer alone. To make an appointment or to get more information, call 443-849-3130.
<iframe class="embed-responsive-item" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/oJn-KVWJ6cs" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p class="article-body"> Jana Bregman, MD, is an ophthalmologist at the Eye Center at GBMC who specializes in pediatric eye care. Vision problems can be difficult to diagnose, especially in young and non-verbal children. Ophthalmologists use advanced technology to ensure that children have optimal eye health and receive any treatments they need. In this interview with WMAR, Dr. Bregman discussed the following topics and more: </p> <ul> <li> Screenings provided by general pediatricians </li> <li> When to bring your child to an ophthalmologist </li> <li> The types of eye issues young children may encounter </li> <li> The tools used to diagnose young and non-verbal children </li> <li> The effects that screens have on children’s eye health </li> </ul> Dr. Bregman provides comprehensive eye care for pediatric and adolescent patients with specific interests in amblyopia, strabismus, lacrimal disorders, eyelid disorders, pediatric glaucoma, and pediatric cataracts. She offers eye care for adult patients with strabismus as well. To make an appointment at the Eye Center or to get more information, call 443-849-2106.
