Martin Memorial Healthcast is a weekly podcast that provides valuable health information on a wide variety of topics. Healthcast will be updated each Monday with a new subject.

To listen to a Healthcast, click on its name below.

• 10-1-08    Martin Memorial Tobacco Free  
  Beginning Oct. 1, every Martin Memorial facility will be tobacco free inside and out. Here's what it means for patients, visitors and staff.
• 9-3-08    Overcoming Youth Obesity  
  Dr. Genon Wicina, a pediatrician at Martin Memorial, talks about the epidemic of youth obesity and what parents can do to battle it.
• 8-4-08    Cancer Clinical Trials  
  For cancer patients, the Robert and Carol Weissman Cancer Center at Martin Memorial offers several clinical trials that could help fight the disease. 
• 7-1-08    Learning About Baby  
  There can be a lot of questions for parents about to have a baby. Martin Memorial’s maternal-child department has several classes that can prepare them for the impending birth and beyond. 
• 6-2-08    Focused on Fitness  
  Martin Memorial’s health and fitness centers are more than just places to build muscle or lose weight. For people with specific fitness needs, the expert staff can create programs that will help reach those goals. 
• 5-19-08    Safety in the Sun  
  Living in the Sunshine State, it’s important to know how to be safe in the sun. Dr. Richard Krathen, a dermatologist on staff at Martin Memorial, talks about how to prevent skin cancer and the importance of early detection to successfully treat it.
• 5-5-08    Scan Helps in Cancer Fight  
  PET/CT scans are more than just amazing technology – they’re also an effective tool in the battle against cancer. Dr. Eric Pfeiffer talks about how PET/CT scans help physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of the disease.
• 4-21-08    Getting Some Sleep  
  Getting a good night's rest isn't easy for people who suffer from sleep disorders. Mark Pingolt, chief technologist at the Martin Memorial Sleep Disorders Center, talks about how people with problems sleeping can get a good night's rest.
• 4-7-08    Training For Fitness  
  Stuck in an exercise rut? Jane Reynolds of the Martin Memorial South Health and Fitness Center discusses how using a trainer can help you get past the next plateau.
• 3-31-08    Breast Cancer Basics  
  Dr. Denise Ortega Sanderson talks about the importance of screening for breast cancer, as well as treatment options for one of the most prevalent cancers found in women.
• 3-24-08    Understanding Colon Cancer  
  Dr. Howard Maunus, a gastroenterologist on staff at Martin Memorial, talks about the importance of colon cancer screening as well as understanding the disease's risk factors.
• 3-17-08    Protecting Your Prostate  
  Prostate cancer is often treatable if it's caught in time. Dr. Michael Lustgarten, a urologist on staff at Martin Memorial, discusses screenings and treatments available for the disease.
• 3-10-08    Helping Kids Get Fit  
  Childhood obesity is a growing problem in America. The Martin Memorial Center for Health and Healing can help provide children and parents with information that can help them get fit and stay healthy.  
• 3-3-08    Heart Attack Warning Signs  
  Knowing the warning signs of a heart attack, as well as what to do if one occurs, is critical to reduce the amount of damage done. Dr. Howard Helfman, a cardiologist on staff at Martin Memorial, discusses the signs, symptoms and need for immediate care if a heart attack strikes.  
• 2-25-08    Resources for Breast Cancer Patients  
  The breast health navigator program at Martin Memorial provides information, support and financial resources to help people who receive a breast cancer diagnosis.  
• 2-18-08    Rehabilitating From Cancer Treatment  
  Cancer treatment can be physically demanding. A new rehabilitation program at Martin Memorial can help patients who have undergone cancer treatment regain their strength and vitality.      
• 2-11-08    Reaching Fitness Goals 
  Haven't reached all the fitness goals you set in January? Don't worry. Here are some tips on how to keep working toward achieving the level of fitness you want.  
• 2-4-08    Dangers of Diabetes 
  More than 20 million Americans have diabetes and another 54 million are considered pre-diabetic. Listen to information here that can help you prevent this devastating disease. 
• 1-28-08    Heart of a Woman 
  Heart disease will kill nearly 500,000 women this year. However, some women are not aware of how prevalent the disease is. Dr. James Thornton, a cardiothoracic surgeon at the Frances Langford Heart Center, discusses the treatment and prevention of heart disease in women.
• 1-21-08    Total Cancer Care 
  Martin Memorial is partnering with Moffitt Cancer Center and M2Gen on a new research project that could change the way cancer care is delivered.
• 1-14-08    Run for Your Heart 
  Running is good for your heart, but participating in the Fleet Feet Run for Your Heart 5K will benefit others too – proceeds go to the Frances Langford Heart Center. Here are some tips to get ready for the run.
• 1-7-08    Navigating Lung Cancer 
  Lung cancer is the leading cancer-related cause of death for both men and women. Now, a new program at Martin Memorial is helping patients navigate their way through the disease.
• 12-31-07   Making Healthy Resolutions a Reality 
  Many of us will vow to lose weight, eat better or stop smoking in 2008. Here are some tips from the Martin Memorial Center for Health and Healing on how to accomplish those goals.
• 12-24-07   Benefits of Group Exercise  
  There is more to group exercise than just aerobics. Learn  about classes available at the Martin Memorial Health and Fitness Centers and how they can help you achieve your fitness goals.
• 12-17-07   Preventing Cold and Flu for Kids
  Dr. Michael Jampol, a pediatrician at Martin Memorial, discusses tips on how parents can help kids keep from getting sick.
• 12-10-07   Controlling Your Weight
  Eating well can help us lose weight, but more importantly, it can make us feel healthier. Here are some tips on how to make it happen.
• 12-03-07   Understanding the Dangers of Stroke 
  Stroke is the third-leading cause of death in the U.S. and a frequent reason for debilitation. Knowing the signs and symptoms of stroke is vital to help you or a loved one avoid becoming another statistic.