Medical Checkups & Screenings | Seriously Funny Wellbeing - Episode 13/14

11/19/24 • 57 min

In this episode, Dr. Ross Walker discusses the importance of medical checkups and screenings, emphasizing prevention as the best treatment for diseases like heart disease, cancer, and Alzheimer's. He highlights the connection between cognitive decline and anesthesia, advancements in cancer detection technology, and the challenges in diagnosing pancreatic cancer. The conversation also covers the benefits of coffee and vitamin D, and the necessity of regular health screenings starting at age 30. In this episode, Dr. Ross Walker and Homer Papantonio discuss various health screening methods, the importance of coronary calcium scores, prostate cancer screening, and advancements in medical technology.

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You can watch a video recording of this episode on the Seriously Funny Wellbeing Podcast YouTube channel or on our website www.seriouslyfunnywellbeing.com

Enjoy!

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You can watch a video recording of this episode on the Seriously Funny Wellbeing Podcast YouTube channel or on our website www.seriouslyfunnywellbeing.com

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In this episode of The Seriously Funny Wellbeing Podcast, hosts Homer Papantonio and Dr. Ross Walker dive into the importance of personal habits, motivation, and wellbeing. They explore how habits, like quitting harmful behaviors such as excessive drinking, can lead to profound life changes, as illustrated by a patient’s story of overcoming alcoholism and rediscovering purpose through Egyptology. Dr. Walker emphasizes the value of forming sustainable, long-term habits and the role of discipline and perseverance in achieving lasting success. The hosts also touch on practical health topics, such as overseas dental procedures, elderly care, sarcopenia, and the benefits of regular exercise, offering insights into maintaining physical and mental health as we age.

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You can watch a video recording of this episode on the Seriously Funny Wellbeing Podcast YouTube channel or on our website www.seriouslyfunnywellbeing.com

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You can watch a video recording of this episode on the Seriously Funny Wellbeing Podcast YouTube channel or on our website www.seriouslyfunnywellbeing.com