Community Health Videos

April 24, 2012

Multiple Sclerosis

Presented by John Puente, MD and Mary Filipi, PA, APRN.

When loss enters your life, you are
faced with many choices. The questions
you ask and the choices you make will
determine whether you become among the
“living dead” or go on to live until you die. If
you are going to integrate grief into your life,
it helps to recognize what questions to ask
yourself on the journey. Dr. Alan Wolfelt,
director and founder of the Center for Loss,
will provide the answers that will help you
clarify your experiences and encourage you
to make choices that honor the
transformational nature of grief and loss.
Click here for a copy of the handout.

April 23, 2012

Getting Ready for Life's Inevitable Changes and Challenges

Presented by Judy Pigott and Dr. John Gibson

Personal Safety Nets are the web of people, papers, and plans that prepare us for life’s inevitable changes,challenges and opportunities. They can catch us in hard times and crises and help us quickly get back on our feet. Authors Judy Pigott and Dr. John W. Gibson’s book Personal Safety Nets, will educate, entertain, challenge and strengthen you.Click here for a copy of the handout.

March 6, 2012

Stand for the Silent: Anti-Bullying Movement

Presented by Kirk Smalley
 

Bullying is a generational epidemic that knows no boundaries. It is worldwide and the statistics are staggering. According to the American Justice Department, one out of every four children is a victim of bullying and at least two children are bullied every seven minutes. Ty Smalley was the typical kid. Shaggy hair, playful spirit, wide smile, and bully victim. In response to years of abuse, Ty took his own life at 11 years old. In the wake of this horrific tragedy Kirk and Laura Smalley began Stand for the Silent. The Stand For The Silent program addresses the issue of school bullying with an engaging, factual, and emotional methodology. The event is co-sponsored by the School Community Intervention & Prevention (SCIP) Program.

February 28, 2012

Eight Critical Questions for Mourners…And the Answers That Will Help You Heal

Presented by Alan Wolfelt, PhD.

When loss enters your life, you are
faced with many choices. The questions
you ask and the choices you make will
determine whether you become among the
“living dead” or go on to live until you die. If
you are going to integrate grief into your life,
it helps to recognize what questions to ask
yourself on the journey. Dr. Alan Wolfelt,
director and founder of the Center for Loss,
will provide the answers that will help you
clarify your experiences and encourage you
to make choices that honor the
transformational nature of grief and loss.

February 9, 2012

Atrial Fibrillation: An Overview

Presented by W. Michael Kutayli, MD.
BryanLGH Heart Institute

Atrial Fibrillation (AF or afib) is the most common irregular heart rhythm, affecting 2.2 million Americans. Afib is a condition that can cause a stroke and is very dangerous because there are so many potential triggers to consider - in some people it's simply drinking a cold beverage after exercise, for others it's coffee or alcohol, while others don't see any specific trigger points. Join Dr. Michael Kutayli, cardiologist from the BryanLGH Heart Institute, as he gives an overview of atrial fibrillation, diagnosis and treatment options available. Below are the links to the websites  of the first two videos Dr. Kutayli used during his presentation:
Video 1: Atrial Fibrillation
Video 2: Atrial Fibrillation Ablation

January 26, 2012

It's Not Just Food Affecting Your Weight

Presented by Katie Walz, RD
BryanLGH LifePointe

Many people think if they eat better they will lose weight. While proper nutrition is one component of losing or maintaining your weight there are many issues that can influence this. Age, genetics, nutrition, physical activity, amount of sleep, and stress level are a few of the numerous factors that can contribute to weight fluctuations. Katie Walz, registered dietician with BryanLGH LifePointe, will discuss why passing on that piece of cheesecake isn’t the only thing needed to drop the extra five pounds.  Click here for a copy of the handout.

January 10, 2012

Seasonal Affective Disorder

Presented by  Ruth Few, LCSW
BryanLGH Mental Health

Seasonal affective disorder (also called SAD) is a type of depression that occurs at the same time each year. Symptoms usually begin in late fall or early winter and go away by summer. Between 4% and 6% of people in the United States suffer from SAD. Another 10% to 20% may experience a mild form during the winter. Come listen as Patty Sandoval, therapist at BryanLGH, as she discusses the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of seasonal affective disorder. Click here for a copy of the handout.

August 11, 2011

Radon: What You Need to Know

Presented by Sara Morgan
Indoor Air Qualigy Program Manager
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services

Radon is a cancer-causing radioactive gas. You cannot see, smell or taste radon, but it may be a problem in your home. Join Sara Morgan, Indoor Air Quality Program Manager for Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, as she provides a basic overview of radon such as what it is, where it’s found, how a person tests for it, and how you fix the home. Interested participants will also be given information on how to obtain a low-cost do-it-yourself test kit. Click here for a copy of the handout.

Bed Bugs

Presented by Barb Ogg
Lancaster County Extension Agency  

Palliative Care Medicine - Returning the Focus of Care to You

Presented by Lisa Mansur, MD, FCCP
Medical Director of Palliative Care
BryanLGH Medical Center

In our high-tech world, palliative care is a return to the values of old-fashioned medicine. It focuses on improving overall quality of life for patients and families facing serious illness. Studies have shown the palliative care process not only improves the quality of life, it actually extends it. Join Lisa Mansur, MD, Palliative Care Service of Nebraska, as she discusses how palliative care guides families to step back, look at the big picture and elevate the end-of-life period for their loved ones. Click here for a copy of the handout.

June 23, 2011

Facebook Basics: You can do it!

Presented by Chrystal Houston
Digital Marketing Coordinator
BryanLGH Health System

Are your children and grandchildren encouraging you to connect with them on Facebook? Maybe you've created a profile, but don't know how to upload a profile image or find friends. Perhaps you have put off joining Facebook, thinking "not one more new computer thing to have to learn!" Chrystal Houston, BryanLGH Digital Marketing Coordinator, and Sue Roush, Director of Alumni and Communication at York College, go over the basics of Facebook to help get you started.  Topics discussed will be what is Facebook and why should I bother, how to create a profile, how to upload images, how to find "Friends", how to post updates, send messages, and write on others' walls and how to "Like" BryanLGH and other businesses you're interested in to keep in-the-know.

May 12, 2011

Dancing with the Wolf--New Techniques for the Treatment of Lupus

Presented by Dr. Robert Valente
Rheumatologist
Arthritis Center of Nebraska

Lupus, which is latin for wolf, is a chronic inflammatory disease that occurs when your body's immune system attacks your own tissues and organs. Inflammation caused by lupus can affect many different body systems, including your joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, heart and lungs. In this video, Dr. Valente discusses signs, symptoms, causes, and new treatments available for lupus. Click here for a copy of the handout 

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