Together We Rise Wellness Podcast

Together We Rise Wellness Podcast

The care teams at International Community Health Services (ICHS) are committed to helping you meet long-term wellness goals. Listen as our health experts and community leaders share useful knowledge for a healthier body and mind.

Episodes

January 2, 2025
dental-care-for-seniors

Geriatric dentistry or gerodontics is simply dental care for older adults. It is geared towards diagnosis, prevention, management, and treatment of problems associated with age-related dental conditions and diseases. Dr. Annie Kwan, a dentist at International Community ...

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what-s-wrong-with-relying-on-weight-loss-medications

Join the conversation as Aliya Haq examines the potential downsides of relying solely on weight loss medications like Ozempic. Discover holistic and sustainable approaches to weight management that prioritize your overall well-being and heal...

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integrative-medicine-more-than-just-alternative-treatments

No longer considered alternative treatment, integrative medicine plays a comprehensive role in achieving the appropriate care for each person with a focus on health promotion. Dr. Hannah Gordon, a naturopathic physician at the ICHS Int...

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empowering-conversations-about-sexual-health
Delve into the often overlooked but essential topic of sexual health with John Marrin from ICHS. In this episode, we explore the importance of open dialogues about sexual wellness, ways to find a supportive healthcare provider,...
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hepatitis-b-knowledge-and-prevention

According to the Hepatitis B Foundation, up to 2.4 million people in the United States are living with chronic hepatitis B infection. More than 50% of people living with chronic hepatitis B are of Asian, Pacific Islander or African descent. Only 25% of infe...

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the-ichs-mobile-medical-clinic

Mobile medical clinics provide essential services to underserved communities and play a vital role in improving access to quality healthcare. In April 2024, ICHS launched its own such clinic with the goal of reaching patients where they are. It currently serves c...

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introducing-ichs-after-hours-clinic

After-hours medical clinics play an important role in the healthcare system by providing access to affordable medical services to people who otherwise might have no other choice but to go to an emergency room. ICHS opened its own after hours clinic at their ...

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August 15, 2024
pace-explained

ICHS PACE (Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly) provides individualized services to keep you or your nursing-home eligible family member living independently at home or in the community for as long as possible. Dr. Mandeep Walia, PACE medical director at International ...

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how-to-be-heart-healthy

According the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, accounting for one in four of all deaths. There are risk factors we can’t change, including age, gender, and genetic factors. Dr. Alan Chun, a fam...

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are-baby-teeth-important-since-they-re-just-going-to-fall-out

If you think your baby’s toothless smile is cute, just wait until their first teeth start to come in! Dr. Chi Nguyen, a dentist at the ICHS Holly Park Dental Clinic, is here to inform parents what they need to know about their child...

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how-to-teach-kids-about-good-oral-hygiene

According the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, tooth decay is the most common childhood disease. Children who have poor oral health often miss more school and receive lower grades than children who don’t. Dr. Chi Nguyen, a dentist at the ICH...

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boost-your-career-in-dentistry

The Dental Assistant Internship Program at International Community Health Services is a unique pipeline for anyone looking to make a career change. The internship is a full-time, paid position offering six months of all-expenses-paid training followed by a year-a...

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November 29, 2022
living-in-a-covid-worldLet’s face it, everyone is tired of COVID. Many people have stopped wearing masks and are going about like normal. Yet, the U.S. is experiencing another coronavirus surge brought on by omicron subvariants. How can we protect ourselves and prepare for a third winter with...
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covid-vaccines-and-kids-what-parents-need-to-knowAccording to a survey by the Kaiser Family Foundation, 43 percent of parents with children under 5 say they will “definitely not” get them vaccinated against COVID-19. Only 7 percent of parents say they have had their young children vaccinated,...
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what-every-parent-should-know-about-pediatric-dental-healthAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 40 percent of children in the US have tooth decay by the time they reach kindergarten. Dr. Harvey Wu, assistant dental director of the Holly Park Dental Clin...
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fighting-the-stigma-mental-health-among-asian-americans-and-pacific-islandersAsian Americans and Pacific Islanders are the fastest growing minority group in the US, with 22.9 million people in 2019. Of those, nearly 15 percent reported having a mental illness in the past year. That is more th...
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managing-chronic-illnesses-during-covid-19-and-beyondAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 3 in 5 Americans live with at least one chronic disease, like heart disease, stroke, cancer, or diabetes. Dr. Beth Weitensteiner, medical director at International Community...
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a-just-society-special-episode-bloom-2022The vision of International Community Health Services (ICHS) is "Healthier People. Thriving Families. Empowered Communities. A Just Society." In this episode we explore what “a just society” means and looks like for ICHS in the context of advocacy. ICH...
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meeting-the-challenge-of-vaccine-equityPublic health experts say vaccine equity is a must to end the coronavirus pandemic. What is vaccine equity and how do we achieve it? Dr. Beth Weitensteiner is here to talk about the barriers that communities of color face in accessing the COVID-19 vaccin...
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cultural-sensitivity-in-diabetes-care-and-educationDiabetes affects people of all cultures, races, and ethnicities. However, it impacts Hispanics, Blacks, Asian Americans, and American Indians/Alaskan Natives at higher rates. The good news is that diabetes can be prevented, treated, and manag...
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