From Heart Health to Hearing Aids: The Latest Medical Breakthroughs with Dr. Ken Kronhaus

19/08/2025 36 min
From Heart Health to Hearing Aids: The Latest Medical Breakthroughs with Dr. Ken Kronhaus

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On this week’s Good Day Health, host Doug Stephan and Dr. Ken Kronhaus of Lake Cardiology (352-735-1400) break down the biggest headlines in medicine and what they mean for your health.They start with cardiology, highlighting a new non-invasive micro-valve repair procedure and research linking stalking stress to cardiovascular risks in women. The conversation expands to children’s screen time and its surprising connection to cardio-metabolic disease, plus a new gel treatment offering hope for diabetic wound care.Doug and Dr. Ken also unpack everyday lifestyle choices—why eating French fries three times a week could increase your risk of Type 2 Diabetes by 20%, how too much Vitamin D can strain your kidneys, and why moderation is key.Other topics include:Conch shell blowing as a potential therapy for sleep apneaHow GLP-1 medications may help overweight patients before surgeryThe critical link between hearing aids and dementia preventionThe push for healthier, freshly cooked school lunches under the Make America Healthy Again initiativeIt’s a wide-ranging conversation full of practical takeaways to help you live healthier, longer, and stronger.Website: GoodDayHealthrShow.com Social Media: @GoodDayNetworks