No Copay Radio Podcast

We talke with Jayla Sanchez Warren from DRCOG about getting state and federal funding to help the many seniors in Coloradeo with their health needs and hoe the need is big.Then we talk with Dr. John Douglas fabout the health benefits of Dark chocoalte especially during the holidays.

We talk with Dr. John Douglas about the possible effects of OZEMBIC on Alzheimers disease. Then we talk with Dr. Nicole Ehrhart with CSU's Columbine Health Systems Center for Healthy Aging. She address that very topic..aging and what to do about it.

We talk with Gregg Moss from Intermountain Health and the good and bad about sugar intake esoecially around the holidays.  Could be a big cause for type 2 diabetes The we talk Dr. John Douglas formerly the director of Tri-County Health as he updates Bird flu amd what it is all about.

We talk with Dr. Chris Awtrey from Intermountain Health aboput handling you food opver the holiday especially when it means to [possible Diabetes issues. The we visit with Dr, John Douglas about Floride and what it could mean to your system.

We talk with Desiree Bolte from DROCG she helps people navigate the Medicare and Medicaid systems. No charge. She will help you understand your options during medicare open enrollment. The we talk with Dr. Stephanie Melzer who is an optmetrist. She explains about Cataracts abd how that works and about the effect of diabetes and your eyes.

We talk with Gregg Moss from Intemountain Health about how to handle your eating on Thanksgiving day. Then we talk with Cameron Malcom a clinical social worker about how to handle Thanksgiving day conversations

We talk with Dr. Chris Awtrey the Chief Medical Officer for Intermountain Health. He talks about the winter colds anf flu that are on the way and already here. What to do about it, also Covid is still around. The we Talk with Dr. John Douglas formerly the director of Tri-county health. He talks about hypertension and what it is all about and who it effects. What are the results of high blood pressure.

We talked with Hilary Simmons who is the Director of..A LITTLE HELP..shw explains how it works and how it stsarted to help the aging around their home. Sh explains how you can get involved. Then Dr. John Douglas is back to talk about Covid and this years flu season and what to do about it

This week we talk with Sydney Bye who is the public policy and strategic partnership at Next 50. she tells us about all the work that Next50 does supportinour world especially in Denver taking care of senior issues. How you can get involved The we tak with Dr, John Douglasformer director of Tri-county health and he worked with the CDC. He covers the E-Coli story with McDonalds and how that happened and the effect here in Colorado

We talk with Andres Guerro who is director of the Overdose Prevention Unit in the Prevebtion Services Division at the Colorado Department of Public Health and Envfiropment. He tells us thre news about fentanyl and why we should be concerned. How it is effecting seniors. He explains what Naloxone is. The  we talke with Rebbecca Mitchell who is a Community Engagement Coordinator at Jefferson Center for Mental Health, She talks about trends that are currently in the mental health needs of older adults. What resources are available tp help older adults and more.

We talk with Gregg Moss the Region Vice President for Marketing and communications for Intermountain Health He talks about diabetes over 60 and how to avoid it, and how to deal with it aftera diagnosis. What can people do to avoid type 2 diabetes. How to  handle weight control and some excercise to help with diabetes. Then we talk with Suzanne Crawford the Chiek Executive Officer of the Sister Carmen Community Center. She gives us a history of the center and how it started. She explains the people she helps fand what they do to help theses people.

We talk with Gregg moss the VP of Communications for INtermountain Health. Gregg addresses Breast Cancer Month here in October. He talkls about some breast cancer factors beibng out of a person's control. things like genetics, family history, race and ethnicity.  Also how toreduce your risk of brest cancer. Then we talk with Dan Domsic the AARP Colorado communications director. He updates what AARP is doing in Colorado  especially during election season. He talks about the 7A ballot measure here in Colorado and what it means

We talke with Dr. Chris Awtrey who is the Associate Chief Medical Office from Intermountain Health. September is Gynecologic Cancer awareness mont and he explains what that is all about. There are 7 cancers involved whith Gynecologic Cancer effecting women only. We then talk with Nancy Falk the executive director of Nourish Meals on Wheels. Their mission is to enrich the lives of older and homebound cittizens with nutrious meals and services that promote dignity and indepencence.

We tal;k with Shauna Sweeney the CEO of Tender, the world's firt AI-powered smart care system the empowers anyone to confidently care for their aging oved ones. She experience caregiving in her family and how she came up eith this idea for an app called TENDER, Then we talk with Gregg Moss the region VP for marketing and communication for Intermountain Health. He updates us on the flu shots and the Covid-19 booster that is now available

We talk with Bob Hagedorn from Fax Aurora as he explains what it is all about in the Northwest Aurora area. I next 50 helped get this non-profit off the ground. The we talk with Lynn Smith From the HD Sunflower program which is creating awareness, managing products and distribution. She tells ua all about the HD Sunflower program which elps people with many disabilities.

We talk wiht Gregg Moss from Intermountain Health. It is AFIB month and Gregg talks about what AFIB is and how do you know if you have it or not. If AFIB is not discovered over time Gree tells us what trouble that can lead to. The we talk with Dr, John Douglas as he updates us with the fact the West Nile Virus is still an issue this time of year as we head into Fall. We also remind you that the new Covid virus vaccine is available as is the new flu shot.

Dr. Chris Autrey from Intermountain health talks about the ne clinical building by the new hospital in Wheatridge that just open as part of Intermountain health. Then we talk with sara Schunamen who is the state director for colorado and the AARP. She talkes about what AArp is doing here in Colorado and for you

We talk with Dr. Jacci Bainbridge who is a professor at the University of Colorado in the Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. She talks about a neew drug called Psilocybin that is on trial now dealing depression and othe mental health conditions. Then we talk with Dan Miller the Executive Director of Live by Living. He has come up with a great idea in how to recover cancer survival and bein a caregiver.

We talk with Maureen Shul the founder of Wings Of Hope for Pancreative Cancer Research. She talks about one of the most dangerous cancers there is.  How hsrd it it to discover it by itsl symptoms. Whate we can do about this cancer. The we talk with Rachel Wise from Benefits in Action.  She telld ud what they do and how manr ways they help families and individuals in need.

We talked with Andrea Burch the new President of the new Lutheran Hospital that just opened in Wheatridge and all the details of such a nove from old to new anf the bebfits of the new hospital. The we talk with Markl Fetteroff who runs Elderwatch with the AARP that deals with scams and how they can help.

We hear from Jill Kelly she is an occupational Therapist and a certified Driver specialist with drive with confidence LLC. She completes driver assessments to help medical specialist and family members to determine if this family member is safe to drive. Then we talk with Dr. John Douglas as he updates the Covid situation as it is on the rise again

We talk with Dr. Huntington Potter a professor of Neurology, Director of the Alzheimer's and Cognition Center at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Center. He updates us with the latest when it comes to medecone for Alzheimer's and what symptons are for Alzheimer's. Then we talk with Kate Culligan who is a well known career coach with her organization called "Encore." She helps Boomers and Xers prepare for what is next in their careers.

We talk with Dr. Chris Awtrey the Associate Chief Medical Officer for intermountain health. He talks about the topic of obesity and what it means as far as your health. Then we talk with Director Lily Griego the Regional Director of the Department of Health and Human Services. She updates what is going on with the inflation reduction act. She talks about what is happening with Women's Health research.

We start by talking with Gress Moss the region VP of communications for Intermountain Health. He address the many issues dealing with extreme Colorado heat. He talks about the extreme health with sun screen and use of  water and more. Then we talk with Dr. John Douglas and the direct health issues dealin with the hot weather.

We talk with author Jane barton about the challenges of aging anf embracing them. The Dr. John Douglas talks about the Surgeon General wanting to put warning labels on social media platforms.

We talked with Daniel Findlay about his KinCapsule and how it will help you learn the history and background of your family. The Dr. John Douglas talks about Covid in the Summer and what to watch out for

We talk with Dr. Chris Awtre from  Intermountain Health..he brings up the issue of skin cancer which is the most common form of cancer and what a problem it is in Colorado. Then we taslk with Steve Erickson from DRCOG and Bike to Work Day coming up in June and what it is all about.

We talk with Peter Kaldes the president and CEO of Next 50. He explains what Next 50 is all about and dealing with the aging population in Colorado and around the country. Then we talk with Dr, John Douglas and he gives us an update on the Bird Flu

We talked with Mark Fetterhoff the Program Manager with AARP Elderwatch. He deals with fraud, scam, and financial exploitation. He talks about the current scams in Colorado. How to handle questionable emails and more. The we talk with Dr. John Douglas as he address the current changes  in handling menopause with hormone therapy

We talk with Janine Vanderburg the CEO of Envore Roadmap deals with businesses nd brands on how they can become more age-inclusive, leverage the skills of older workers. Then Dr. John Douglas brings us up to date about the new offical age of when women can get mammograms...it's 40

We talk with Gregg Moss the VP of Communications for Intermountain Health. May is National Stroke Awareness Month and Gregg address the issue and what to do about the warning signs and how to prevent a stroke. Then Dr. John Douglas joins us to talk about the values of taking stairs everyday.

This week we talk with Alison Joucovsky the Executive Director of Sunshine Home Share Colorado. What they do is work with home sharing for seniors to make life a little easier than living alone as we get older. The we talk with Dr. John Douglas as he discusses the health problems that we can develop is we sit too long each day.

We talk with Jaylas Sanchez Warren for DRCOG as she runs the Area Agency on Aging. She talks about how to get help from them when it comes to finding the right nursing home for a loved one. The we talk with Brian Dunbar who helps to create lifelong communities & homes for people who are aging.

We talk with Greggf Moss woth Intermountain health. He address the biggest health issues for those over 50. The leading killers for those over 50 Cancer, Heart disease and unintentional injuries. He shares advice on how to avoid these health challenges. Then we talk with Dr. John Douglas as he shars 3 big factors for dementia and what they mean.

We talk with Dr. John Douglas about health misinformation you cold be readin in various areas and what to do about it. Then we talk with with Steve Thompson the co-founder of the Justice and Mercy Legal Aid Center. He explains about the free legal services they offer to our older population that need legal help

We talk with Dr. John Douglas about ultra-processed foods and how bad they are health ways. Then we talk with Dr. Toni Green Cheatwood who talks about the latest health craze...Chair Yoga

We talk with Dr. Anyonio Barbera and his organization called...NeuroPong TM Program and how it works to help those with Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's and Mild Cognitive Impairment. Then we talk with Kim Ann Wardlow the head of After Sight.  She explains what the program does for those with sight issues and the information they get through their services

It's Colorectal awareness month and we talk with Dr. Chris Awtrey the Chief medical officer with Intermountain health about this deadly disease, Collrctal cancer.  Then we bring back an old friend Jayla Sanchez Warren the head of the Area Agency on Aging with DRCOG. She updates the finacial problems with the Area Agency on Aging and they are doing to help the ederly.

We talk with Dr. Doug Smith a dentis as we talk about dental care as you grow older. In particular Occlusion. The  we  talk with Barbara Branned who has written the bok....The Gift of Play.  She talks about the impotanceof play as well as work at any age but in particular as we grow older.

We talk with Dr. John Douglas about new covid guidelines coming.  Covid levels in Colorado. Then we talk with Heidi Gassman a lawyer who talks about the value of getting a will or a trust for the family.

Dr. John Douglas joins this week to talk about the alcohol problem in Colorado. Then Jill Kelly joins us. She is a certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialist.  She talks about Colorados laws about ederly driving.

We talk with Peter Kaldes the President and Chief Executive Officer of Next50. He tells us about Next50 and all their goals with the aging. Then  Gregg Moss the Regional Vice President of communication for Intermountain health. His guest is Dr. Chris Awtrey as we talk about heart health

Dr. John Douglas talks about the advantage of hearing aids if needed and extended your life. Nancy Gedeon from the statge Demography Office talks about the changing population in Colorado.

We talk with Jayla Sanchez Warren the one in charge of the Area Agency on Aging as part of DRCOG. She talks about the financial issues now facing them and the seniors in Colorado. Then we  talk with Dr. Joh Douglas about the lingering effects of the current flu issues.

We talk with Dr. John Douglas about the flu in Colorado and what is Dry January. Then Dr. John Torres from NBC News visits with us about ARPA-H...what is it.

We talk with Dr. John Douglas about three simple lifestyle changes that can add years to your life. Then we talk with Lily Greigo the Regional Director of the Department of Health and Human Services.  She tell us about the Inglation Reduction Act and what it means to you.

We talk with Kristine Burrows who is the Senior Specialist on Aging for the State of Colorado under the Colorado Department of Human Services. She talks about the growth of aging persons in Colrado and the needs they. She talks about what the state is trying to so to help. Then we talk with Dr. John Douglas  about the spread of flu and covid in Colorado and how to handle the upciming holidays

We talk with Dr. John Douglas about the rise of Tuberculosis in Colorado. Then we talk with Maureen Shul founder of Wings Of Hope For Pancreatic Cancer Research as she talks about the seriousness of this cancer.

We talk with Dr. John Douglas about how they are discovering that Covid medicine Paxlovid may help people with ling covid. Then we talk with Bob Fifer the Deputy Director of Operations and leads as assortment of functions with CDOT.

We talk with Dr. John Douglas about what is happening with Covid in Colorado and the new vaccine called Novavax. Then we talk with Mark Fetterhoff who is the program manager with AARP Elderwatch which deals with scams, fraud and financial exploitation in Colorado