In this episode of The One in Five host Adam Renshaw is joined by guests Melanie Frame, Chanda Richards, and Tammy Jo Douglass to discuss breast and cervical cancer screening and early detection. The guests share their experiences in public health and the Montana Cancer Control Program, highlighting the importance of regular screenings, early detec…

In this episode of The One In Five, host Adam Renshaw and guest Dr. Orin Hansen discuss common health issues related to aging, focusing on the brain, eyes, and ears. They delve into topics like brain health, dementia, strokes, eye issues like presbyopia (age-related farsightedness), and age-related hearing loss. The conversation also touches on the…

Ty LaFountain shares his story of addiction, recovery, and becoming a behavioral health peer support specialist. He opens up about his journey, struggles, and triumphs in overcoming substance use disorder and mental health challenges. Topics discussed: Tyler's childhood, growing up with a mother with multiple sclerosis and an absent father with sub…

In this episode of The One In Five host Adam Renshaw interviews James Brown, a diabetic educator, about managing diabetes and preventing it. They discuss the impact of diabetes, the role of diet and exercise, and the importance of education and support in diabetes management. Topics discussed: The impact of diabetes on the body, including energy le…

Join Dr. Orin Hansen and Adam in a captivating journey through the intricate world of aging, health, and wellness in this episode. At the heart of the discussion is the aging process and its profound impact on our bodies. Cardiovascular health: Dr. Hansen delves into the intricacies of blood flow, chronic wear and tear on vessels, and the effects o…

In this episode, PJ Hill, a licensed clinical social worker and behavioral health director, shares her inspiring journey from empathetic classmate to mental health professional. The episode provides practical coping strategies after loss, emphasizing the complexity of grief and the importance of honesty, patience, and ongoing support like reminisci…

The use of Telehealth has been on the rise since 2020. This episode offers us a sneak peek into the personal and professional journey of Sarah Compton, an expert in the field of Telehealth. Sarah discusses the critical role Telehealth has played during the pandemic and its potential future impact on primary care, giving us a glimpse of what healthc…

Megan grew up surrounded by drug and alcohol use and started using in her teenage years. This led to much heartache and pain. These kinds of stories are all too familiar these days and don't typically have a happy ending. Megan's story is both tragic and encouraging. This is for all those who don't believe they can do it. For all those who are at t…

There are many reasons why we talk ourselves out of seeing a Behavioral Health Provider or accessing therapy. In this episode we talk about 5 of those reasons: The "pull yourself up by your bootstraps" mentality The "can't speak about it cause it gives it power" mentality The "we take care of these issues within our own community" mentality "It's a…

What is metabolic syndrome and how does it affect the body? Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of symptoms that include: High blood pressure High cholesterol High blood sugar Excess body fat around the waist (apple and pear shaped bodies) Having just one of these conditions doesn't necessarily mean you have metabolic syndrome but it could create a gre…

Tiffany Klein is Community Health Worker who recognized there was a need in her community for access to fresh vegetables and started a community garden outside the One Health clinic she works at. Tiffany tells a great story about seeing a need and responding. With no background in gardening or nutrition she did some research and took action. Please…

There are many wonderful things about living in rural America, there are also many challenges. In this episode Adam talks to Mindy Jorgensen about the difficulty in providing behavioral health services in this context. From being spread out across a vast geography to limited cell phone and internet services to a stigma about the need for such care.…

Health care is becoming more and more complicated. What happens to all the small community health centers that are serving rural and pioneer communities as the landscape becomes more complex? Most are doing great work but it is hard to sustain with limited staff and limited resources. Listen in as Adam talks to two community health center CEO's abo…

Have you ever heard the adage: An ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure? Listen in as Adam and Dr. Hansen talk about the importance of primary care and preventive services. Here is some of what's covered: Establishing regular primary care with a trusted medical provider Cancer screenings Anxiety & depression screenings Immunizations He…

Goldstein struggled for years with substance use. The frustrating rotating cycle of using, then sobriety, and back to using again. But finally something clicked! From losing his children and unhealthy living to being restored to his family and losing 80 + pounds. Goldstein has found lasting recovery and is now running ultra marathons and using his …

Dr. Robin Hogan joins Adam to discuss vaping. What are e-cigarettes? What is in vaping cartridges? Is cigarette smoking on the decline and vaping on the rise? Is vaping better than smoking? Teens and vaping How does vaping affect the mouth? We answer these questions and more.由The One In Five

Do you know someone who has been diagnosed with prostate cancer? What is the prostate and how does it affect men? Dr. Orin Hansen explains Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) and the ins and outs of prostate cancer When you have BPH, your prostate is larger than usual, which squeezes the urethra. This can cause your pee stream to be weak, waking you…

What happens in the pharmacy from the time they get our prescriptions to the time the pills end up in our hands? The most common method for a pharmacist to receive a prescription from a doctor is electronically which significantly reduces the time it takes, why then does it feel like it can take so long before our prescriptions are ready? Pharmacis…

In today’s healthcare landscape there seem to be many different types of medical providers or those who provide medical care for patients. We have MD’s and DO’s and we have NP’s and PA’s. In this two part series we will look at the differences between doctors and what we call mid-level providers. In part two we talk about Nurse Practitioners and Ph…

In today’s healthcare landscape there seem to be many different types of medical providers or those who provide medical care for patients. We have MD’s and DO’s and we have NP’s and PA’s. In this two part series we will look at the differences between doctors and what we call mid-level providers. In part one we talk about Medical Doctors and Doctor…

Many changes take place to a woman's body while pregnant that can affect her oral health. In this episode Adam sits down with Dr. Robin Hogan, DDS and they answer questions like: Can routine dental care be done during pregnancy? Is there any specific knowledge a dentist needs to know before treating a pregnant woman? Are pregnant women at higher ri…

Ever wonder what drives a person to become a medical provider? Ever wonder what would lead that person to practice medicine in rural Montana? Dr. Orin Hansen tells us an encouraging story about how he became a medical provider. He describes his upbringing in frontier Montana to college and medical school and back with a mission to lead his patients…

How important is it to protect your skin from UV rays? What kind of damage can UV rays do to your skin? Cancer? Age spots? Most skin cancers are caused by too much exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light. UV rays are an invisible kind of radiation that comes from the sun, tanning beds, and sunlamps. UV rays can damage skin cells. Protection from UV rays…

Heart attacks/heart disease affects so many people. Do you know some of the risk factors? Cholesterol Blood pressure Waist circumference Family history Smoking While some of these are out of our control there are some that we can. Listen in as Adam, Dr. Mark and Kent talk about what affects the health of our heart and what we can do to make it more…

We have all felt stressed at one time or another. Whether it was in anticipation of a test in school or the news that we would become parents for the first time and would be entrusted with a beautiful, young life. Relationships, money, moving, marriage, can all be sources of stress in our lives. Though not all stress comes from negative circumstanc…

We have all felt stressed at one time or another. Whether it was in anticipation of a test in school that was a big portion of our grade or the news that we would become parents for the first time and would be entrusted with a beautiful, young life. Relationships, money, moving, marriage, can all be sources of stress in our lives. Though not all st…

Did you know just like any food or drink that goes into our mouth, substance use affects our oral health as well? "Oral health problems are among the most prevalent health problems associated with drug addiction. Drug use has both direct and indirect consequences for oral health and can exacerbate oral problems indirectly through its adverse effect…

Ginnie McDonald is a diabetic lifestyle coach who teaches Living Your Best Life with Diabetes classes. She gives us an overview of the seven week LYBL course and then digs down into the healthy eating and physical activity portions of the class. Listen in for some great tips on: How much carbs/sugars you should have a day Things to eat that don't a…

Overcoming addiction to alcohol and illicit drugs can seem impossible but there is hope! Have you heard of Peer Support? Simply put Peer Supporters are people who have been successful in the recovery process who help others experiencing similar situations. Listen in as Adam talks to Roanna Gets Down Often, Peer Support Specialist and Pam Ponich, LC…

Have you ever encountered someone really struggling with depression and suicidal thoughts and not known how to respond? Suicide is the tenth leading cause of death in the U.S. In 2019 alone 47,511 people died by suicide with an estimated 1.38 million attempts. In 2019 the suicide rate in Montana was twice the national average. Adam and Dr. Mark dis…

Do you know someone who begins to feel down at the end of summer? Do you know someone who struggles to get out bed during winter? Who maybe doesn't have as much energy as they did when the days were longer? Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) affects up to 5% of the U.S. population for an average of almost five months each year, which means it’s cons…

It has always been difficult for small independent Health Centers to serve their communities, especially in rural America. Provider shortages, minimal staffing, and lack of infrastructure are just a couple of factors that can make an already struggling Community Health Center feel like there is no forward momentum. Listen in as we find out what hap…

What drives a group of people in a rural community to want to start a CHC? What would cause a community to undertake such an enormous effort? Providing health care in rural America has a number of challenges that can at times seem overwhelming. Listen in as Dr. David Mark tells the story of how Bighorn Valley Health Center was birthed to meet the h…

What are Community Health Centers and what role do they play in healthcare delivery? How did the CHC movement begin? In this episode we trace the origins of the Federally Qualified Health Center with Kent Doughty and Dr. David Mark. Community Health Centers are uniquely equipped to address the individual and the community as a whole so take a liste…

How do you calculate your BMI? Is it important to know if I'm underweight, overweight, or obese? Are you active and fit yet still registering high? Are you 6'5 and 300 pounds but play offensive line? When thinking about body mass index it is important to think about just the number that pops out of that BMI calculator. Take a listen as Dr. Mark exp…

Are you having trouble with forgetfulness? Are you struggling with daily tasks you've done a thousand times? Have you been increasingly confused or disoriented? Is someone close to you experiencing these things? These could be signs of dementia. Did you know there are different types of dementia? Dr. Mark explains what to do if you see these signs …

Do you have high blood pressure? Do you know someone who does? Did you know there are certain lifestyle changes you can make to help lower blood pressure? Listen to Dr. Mark and Adam talk about the importance of keeping your blood pressure in a normal range.由The One In Five

Are you wondering if you need include more physical activity in your day? What's the difference between physical activity and vigorous exercise? A recent study found that sitting is the new smoking. To much sitting can have adverse effects on your overall health. Conversely, getting up and moving around throughout the day and getting a certain amou…

Should you have your cholesterol checked? Did you know cholesterol in certain amounts can be unhealthy and increase your risk of cardiovascular disease? Did you know there is such a thing as good cholesterol? Dr. Mark answers these questions and more in this episode of The One in Five! Every one can benefit from having their lipids checked so pleas…

Have you wondered how often you should see your primary care provider? Is it every year or every 3 years or even longer? Dr. Mark answers these questions as well as explaining some of the general components of the annual visit, what screenings are done, and who should get a checkup!由The One In Five

Is the COVID vaccine safe? How did it get it out so quick? Does it give lasting immunity? Does it cause infertility? We're sure you've heard these questions so we had Dr. David Mark in the studio to answer these questions and more.由The One In Five

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