Ridgecrest Regional Hospital Podcast

Learn how and when to measure, grasp the why, and discover effective treatment approaches. Empower yourself with essential insights for a healthier cardiovascular journey.

November is National Diabetes Month and at RRH we offer a variety of resources and programs for those with type 2 diabetes.Hear from Elena Ennis, Diabetes Facilitator, and Annie Jorgensen, a recent participant in the programs, on how we are empowering others to take charge over their health.

Join us for an exciting episode as we unveil our new Tai Chi class designed to target Arthritis and Fall Prevention. Get ready to balance your way to better strength and health as we chat with Melissa Parkinson our instructor. She shares the captivating world of Tai Chi, its benefits, and how it can revolutionize your balance and vitality. Don't miss out on the opportunity to step into this rejuvenating practice – tune in to discover more and sign up for this life-enhancing experience!

Did you know Ridgecrest Regional Hospital has a Oncology/Cancer Coordinator? We would like to introduce our RRH Oncology/Cancer Coordinator Sandra Brown.

Dr. Jeffrey Loh-Doyle will be covering prostate enlargement issues. What, how, and where you can get help if you are a male dealing with prostate issues.

May is Melanoma Cancer Awareness Month. With over 5 million cases diagnosed in the United States each year, skin cancer is America’s most common cancer.

Colorectal Cancer is the second deadliest cancer in the United States. This month is set to highlight this disease and inspire more people to get checked starting at age 45. It's important to get screened to find the warning signs of colon and rectal cancer. If detected early, treatment is effective and you can beat colorectal cancer.

Usually with New Years, a lot of people's resolutions are to be heather, eat cleaner, lose weight, go to gym consistently. Tera Moorehead who is also a heath coach can give advice on how to start your healthier lifestyle.

We recommit to stopping avoidable traffic deaths and keeping America's roadways safe by driving sober, raising awareness, helping each other get home, and supporting fellow Americans who are struggling with substance use. Remind people to celebrate safety during the holiday season.

The month-long campaign is targeted mostly towards children's oral health but also works to remind adults that they need to take care of their teeth, too.