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Tamara Walker, RN, aka MomRN, and her expert guests share practical advice, information and support for raising a happy, healthy family. It’s during this time of year that many of us are concerned about growing waistlines, but what about our gum lines?  What impact do the rich foods, cheeses, extra sweets, alcoholic beverages and other indulgences that we partake in at holiday parties and gatherings have on our mouths and teeth? Celebrity dentist, Dr. Lee Gause, joins us to discuss what steps we can take to help ensure our mouths remain healthy and fresh despite all of the decadent food and drinks we tend to consume during the holiday season.  Many Americans take pills every day to manage disease and improve their health. For the heart rhythm disorder atrial fibrillation or a-fib, blood thinners that help prevent stroke-causing blood clots can make minor injuries life threatening. So for patients like today’s guest who are avid travelers, the risk of being hours from medical attention can be dangerous. Joining us is Academy Award nominated documentary film maker, Jim Burroughs, and his cardiologist Dr. Shephal Doshi of Providence Saint John’s Health Center to talk about how medical advancements are providing ways to help afib patients stay active. Recent data from the annual San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium is shedding new light on a survivor’s most nagging fear – will my cancer come back? Dr. Tara Sanft from the Yale Cancer Center Survivorship Clinic is here to share study findings that redefine the five-year survival milestone. Time is running out when it comes to getting your holiday shopping done! Whether you’ve waited until the last minute or don’t know what to get the gamer who has everything, Tech Expert Andrea Smith is here with THE last-minute holiday gift guide. She has tips to scoring the hottest gaming gadgets and a few cool points for mom and dad!

Tamara Walker, RN, aka MomRN, and her expert guests share practical advice, information and support for raising a happy, healthy family. From setting the table to entertaining guests, Lifestyle Expert Elizabeth Mayhew will share how to deck your halls in luxury but on a paper budget. She’ll share simple, yet unique paper and packaging ideas that will elevate your next gathering without breaking the bank.  Experts at the forefront of cancer research are exploring ways to work directly with patients’ immune systems to fight cancers such as Hodgkin Lymphoma, which affects 190,000 people in the U.S. Joining us fresh off the heels of the 58th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Hematology (ASH), the world's premier event in hematology, is Oncologist and Hematologist Dr. Jonathon Cohen, to talk about immuno-oncology and other breakthrough research for people with Hodgkin Lymphoma. The holidays are fun but with all the family celebrations, parties and travel, it can be stressful. Especially if you have a chronic condition like Crohn’s disease or Colitis. Here to offer some ideas on how to handle the holidays, and how technology can play a role managing this disease, is gastroenterologist Dr. Kara de Felice, from Louisiana State University Health. The Holiday season is in full swing. But, have you ever wondered what this time of year means for your pets? The hustle and the bustle could lead to a lot of anxiety. Noted pet radio host Steve Dale joins us with ideas on how we can minimize stress for our pets and maximize their safety. 

Tamara Walker, RN, aka MomRN, and her expert guests share practical advice, information and support for raising a happy, healthy family. This week we are discussing ways to stay healthy this holiday season, gift ideas for everyone on your list, and important information about two serious health conditions. The holidays can take their toll on even the healthiest person. From busy schedules to bad weather, there’s a lot that can bring us down this season. But with a few steps, it is easy to stay ahead of the challenges to come. Terra Wellington, Editor-in-Chief of SimpleMomsGuide.com, returns to the Ask MomRN Show to share some simple steps to prevent the holiday humbugs.  Gift giving creates a unique bond between people when done right. But, let's face it, it’s getting harder and harder to find amazing gifts for the people on your list. Our next guest, Dana Holmes, has the secret that some people are calling the “Netflix of gifting”. And it just might bring some magic back to gift-giving so you can have more time to enjoy the magic of the holidays yourself. Lung cancer is the number 1 cancer killer in the world but did you know that it’s not just a smoker’s disease? In fact, environmental factors like air pollution and exposure to carcinogens can also cause this disease. Early detection is key! Here to talk about a new development that is helping doctors use less invasive methods for detecting the disease is lung cancer survivor Bonnie Addario, Founder of the Bonnie Addario Lung Cancer Foundation. Gaucher Disease is an inherited, rare, serious and oftentimes difficult-to-diagnose disorder that impacts approximately 10,000 people worldwide. Dr. Can Ficicioglu, MD, PhD, Director of the Newborn Metabolic Screening and Lysosomal Storage Disease Programs at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia joins us to discuss this rare disease.

Germs are everywhere and many are easily spread. That’s why it’s important to mind your manners, especially when you are under the weather. According to a recent survey, many working Americans show up for work even when they’re sick, proving that we have some work to do when it comes to sick etiquette, which helps keep ourselves and others healthier. Etiquette expert Diane Gottsman joins us to share a little sick etiquette advice. During the holiday season, many of us will indulge in rich foods with our families and friends. But for the estimated one in five Americans who experience chronic heartburn, this can also mean a nagging cough, loss of voice and even difficulty sleeping. If this sounds like you, you’ll want to hear from our guest before reaching for that over-the-counter medicine to go back for seconds on your holiday dinner. Joining us today is leading gastroenterologist, Dr. Anthony Starpoli, with tips to help ease your heartburn this holiday season and how to know when that heartburn could be a sign of something more serious. Compassion, honesty and generosity – How soon should parents start helping their kids develop these traits? In a recent survey, parents overwhelming agreed that good character traits were important. Yet, nearly half said preschool is too young for children to start learning critical social-emotional skills, like getting along with others and compassion. Why? Dr. Laura Jana is a board-certified pediatrician and proud mother of three. She’s also an award-winning parenting and children’s books author. She joins us to debunk some misconceptions about what our kids can learn and when. Tamara Walker, RN, aka MomRN, and her expert guests share practical advice, information and support for raising a happy, healthy family.

Actor Greg Grunberg and TV Host Leeza Gibbons join us on this week's show! Greg Grunberg, who appeared in Star Wars: The Force Awakens and Heroes Reborn in late 2015, and Star Trek Beyond in 2016, is best known for his role as Matt Parkman, the mind-reading police officer on the television series Heroes. In real life, Grunberg is a hero and advocate of a different kind — serving as an advocate for people with epilepsy all over the country, including his oldest son, Jake, who was diagnosed at seven years old. Greg will share his experience as a dad and caregiver for his son and how they manage his epilepsy, and tell us about a new awareness campaign called #MyEpilepsyHero for Epilepsy Awareness Month. Caring for a loved one can be an extremely rewarding experience, but it can also be difficult and overwhelming. Many caregivers deal with guilt and worry about the amount of time they spend with a parent or family member. TV Host Leeza Gibbons is a longtime advocate for caregivers and joins us for National Caregivers Month. She will discuss improvements in senior care, share caregiving tips and offer her personal experience caring for her father. Women make approximately 80 percent of the health care decisions in their families and take the lead role in choosing health plans. So much of the burden rests on women to make health care decisions for themselves and their families this open enrollment, which is why we are talking to our next guest. She is one of the top wealth experts in the country and host of the popular radio show Renegade Millionaire, Winnie Sun. She has the results of an informative new study about working moms’ healthcare choices. Tamara Walker, RN, aka MomRN, and her expert guests share practical advice, information and support for raising a happy, healthy family.

Fall is here, the holidays are right around the corner and so is the start of flu season, that time of body aches, chills, fever, cough, runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, fatigue and headaches. But the flu is also a highly contagious infection causing mild to severe illness, serious complications and in some cases, even death. So how can we protect ourselves and our family for the upcoming flu season?  Kim Tran, MS PharmD: APhA trained immunizer and published researcher, is with us today to share how you can make plans now to prepare yourself and your family for the flu season. Digestive issues are something many of us can relate to, at least some of the time. But what if that stomachache isn’t just a stomachache, but an underlying, yet treatable condition known as EPI? Joining us today is Dr. Phil Hart, to talk about why it’s important for people to speak candidly with their healthcare professional about their gastrointestinal issues (GI) and why digestive health should be a priority for everyone.   For people with chronic sinusitis, cold and allergy season seem to last an eternity. Dr. Murray Ramanathan, Jr., shares treatment options for suffers of chronic sinusitis. Thanksgiving is approaching fast. If you are one of those people that spends turkey day in the kitchen for hours prepping and cooking, our next guest says he has a solution that gives you more time with your family and the best turkey you have ever had. John McLemore has authored 3 cookbooks.  He joins us to tell us how to make the most of our kitchen time this Thanksgiving! We also have important information to share about lung cancer and caregivers for those fighting lung cancer. Join Tamara Walker and her expert guests for practical advice for raising a happy, healthy family.    

Are you a chocolate lover like me? Have a bunch of leftover chocolate Halloween candy? Registered Nutritionist and Registered Dietitian, Keri Glassman is helping us separate food fact from fiction, sharing the truth about chocolate and its health benefits. According to a new study by OfferUp, Americans’ homes are overflowing with things they don’t need,  yet there is a widespread struggle to meet household expenses on time every month. Nick Huzar, CEO and founder of OfferUp shares how decluttering your unwanted items can help you decrease finanical stress, especially right before the holidays. Could your computer, smartphone and tablets be harmful to your eyes? A new survey suggests that the use of modern technology (i.e., everyday use of mobile, tablet and computer screens) may be contributing to a rise in dry eye disease and increasing prevalence among younger adults. Dr. Marguerite McDonald, a board-certified ophthalmologist shares important information about dry eye disease, its symptoms and the findings of this new survey. You know how fragile babies’ lungs are, but do you know how to help protect their little lungs from one of this season’s biggest threats? Nearly 100% of infants contract respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) by age two, yet many parents aren’t aware of the dangers the disease can present. As parents prepare to keep their babies safe and warm this season, it’s important to know the facts about RSV and help protect their little lungs! Dr Gregory Sysyn, MD, NICU Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta-Scottish Rite, NICU Northside Hospital of Atlanta and Kari Judson (parent advocate) will provide important information about RSV and prevention tips to help protect baby’s little lungs. Join us each week as Tamara Walker, RN, aka MomRN, and her expert guests share practical advice, information and support for raising a happy, healthy family.

Halloween is one of the most anticipated holidays of the year for kids and although it’s spooky, it doesn’t need to be scary for your little ones’ teeth. President of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Jade Miller joins us now with tips on how to scare away the “mouth monsters" (also known as tooth decay) – and advise parents on how to keep their kids’ mouths healthy all year long! Dr. Neal Baer joins us to share tips on how you and your kids can have a happy and healthy Halloween this year. Dr. Baer is a pediatrician and television writer who combines his passion for medicine and storytelling to challenge audiences' views on a spectrum of social and political topics.  Prior to his work as Executive Producer and Showrunner for Under the Dome, Dr. Baer was Executive Producer and Showrunner of Law and Order: Special Victims Unit, which received six Emmys and a Golden Globe for acting, and Executive Producer of the NBC hit series ER, where he received five Emmy nominations as a producer and two for writing. Depression is an illness that knows no boundaries. It affects people from all walks of life year-round, but perhaps especially at this time of year. Many experts say shorter days and long cold nights can trigger seasonal affective disorder, a type of depression that occurs with changes in season.  October is Depression Education and Awareness Month. We have Audrey Gruss, the Founder of Hope For Depression Research Foundation, joining us to debunk myths about depression and discuss hopeful findings on the horizon. Tamara Walker, RN, aka MomRN, and her expert guests share practical advice, information and support for raising a happy, healthy family.

This week on the Ask MomRN Show we are discussing how to protect our kids and teenagers online from digital dangers and cyberbullying. Scott Walker, co-founder of TeenSafe, shares his personal story combatting cyberbullying as a dad, and warning signs that parents should look out for in their own children. An estimated 160K children stay home from school because they are afraid of being bullied. In this digital era, many parents don’t realize their kids are victims of cyberbullying until long after the damage is done. TeenSafe, a leading smartphone monitoring app, gives parents an opportunity to have an open conversation with their children about cyber bullying – and enables parents to monitor their children’s phone in case of suspicious activity. In support of National Bullying Prevention Month, TeenSafe has posted a number of resources on its blog, including infographics on ways to prevent bullying and combat it. In the past few weeks, numerous stories have been released about creepy clown sightings, which have been popping up across the country without explanation. Today, social media is aiding the circulation of this dangerous "Killer Clown epidemic", causing the threats and sightings to go viral and police involvement. So what can parents do to ensure their kids aren’t exposed to these and other frightening images and threats (that could lead to serious danger) on their Instagram, Twitter and Facebook accounts? Clayton Ostler - Chief Product Officer of Net Nanny is here to provide tips on how parents can keep their kids safe while online. Net Nanny is the #1-rated Parental Controls Software that delivers proprietary technology to manage unwanted Internet and smartphone app content. Join Ask MomRN Show each week as Tamara Walker, RN, aka MomRN, and her expert guests share practical advice, information and support for raising a happy, healthy family.

Tamara Walker, RN, aka MomRN, and her expert guests share practical advice, information and support for raising a happy, healthy family. With Fall in full-swing, families are now in the midst of the busy school year. Even with busy schedules, and often because of it, it’s important to keep health and wellness top of mind Luckily, today Wellness and Lifestyle Contributor AND Editor-in-Chief of SimpleMomsGuide.com, Terra Wellington is going to give us some ideas and tips for a fall wellness checkup.  Leading world expert on the psychology of smell and professor from Brown University and Boston College, Rachel Herz, Ph.D., understands the powerful impact our sense of smell has on our emotional state. Dr. Herz discusses how scent can impact your emotions and inspire you to explore a more mysterious, intriguing side of yourself as we transition into the autumn season – a time many have associated with transformation and new beginnings. Herz will also explain how seasonal fragrances can help evoke feelings of temptation and creativity in your home, inspiring you to make little changes that can impact your everyday. Sugar is a hot topic these days, but not all sugar is alike. Some sugar is naturally occurring in foods like fruits and milk. But then there’s sugar that is added to foods and beverages for taste – which is what you want to look out for. When grocery shopping, how do you know what to look for to spot added sugars? Joining us to discuss this and much more is nutrition expert and author of The Small Change Diet and sought-after nutrition expert, Keri Gans.