Bedside Matters

The Impact of COVID on Cancer, Menopause Prep, Alzheimer’s Protection and the SAFE act for Seniors

In this episode of Bedside Matters, the correlation between cancer rates and the spike in COVID-19 infections; menopause preparation for women in their forties; a significant development in Alzheimer’s research; and practical advice for preventing falls in the elderly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Kipper’s Family Emergency, Social Media’s Impact on Adolescents, Salt Dangers, and Pool Safety Tips

In this episode, Dr. Kipper shares a deeply personal story about his wife's battle with a rare condition called Moyamoya, which started with a severe headache. We also delve into the impact of social media on the mental health of young people, uncover the hidden dangers of excessive salt intake and its connection to stomach cancer, and offer practical tips for staying safe around the pool. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ICYMI: Danny DeVito Shares a Stroke Survival Story, his Meditation Mishap, and his big break in “One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest.

In this encore episode: Danny Devito recalls how Dr. Kipper's fast action and a clot-busting drug, TPA, saved his father-in-law's life after a stroke and how his meditation routine led to a mishap which required 8 stitches in his head. He also shares some stories about his early career and how a random audition landed him a role in "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" and which led to a life-long friendship with Michael Douglas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sunburn Prevention, New Melanoma Vaccine, Lactose Intolerance, and Latest Cancer Treatments

In this episode of Bedside Matters: sunburn prevention and understanding UVA and UVB rays, and SPF ratings. Other Topics: Is there a new melanoma vaccine on the horizon? lactose intolerance and why many adults have developed it. Plus, exciting new treatment for colon cancer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Debunking Only Child Myths, the Benefits of Plant-Based Diets and Covid Vaccines vs Future Strains

In this episode, can Covid vaccines protect against future strains? Do only children suffer long term disadvantages, and why was it once considered disease? Then we’ll explore the benefits of a plant-based diet.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

”Trail of the Lost”: Park Ranger and Author Andrea Lankford Discusses Search and Rescue Challenges and Hiker Safety

In this episode of Bedside Matters, Dr. David Kipper introduces their special guest, Andrea Lankford, an accomplished park ranger and best-selling author. Andrea shares her journey from being a park ranger managing search and rescue operations at the Grand Canyon to investigating the disappearance of hikers on the Pacific Crest Trail. She discusses the challenges and dangers park rangers face, including wildlife encounters, and the vital role of preparation for hikers. Andrea's latest book, "Trail of the Lost," delves into the mysterious disappearances of hikers, highlighting the complexities of search efforts and the importance of both technology and human intuition in solving such cases.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 5 Second Rule, New Malaria Treatment, Bad Cholesterol and Marijuana News

In this episode the Nobel Prize winning answer to the 5 Second Rule, a bad Cholestral rears it's ugly head, more questions about marijuana use and a new malaria treatment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anger and Heart Attacks, RFK’s Brain Worm, Eye Transplant and UTI’s

In this episode: can angry outbursts damage the heart? How do you get a brain parasite, what are the symptoms and how do you clear them? The first ever eye transplant, and a question about UTI's and the shortage of antibiotics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedian/Actor/Painter: Martin Mull on DNA, Longevity, Pole Vaulting and The Cleveland Browns

In this episode of Bedside Matters, Martin Mull joins Dr. Kipper, Peter and Anna to talk about a wide variety of topics: longevity, painting, genetics, hypochondriacs, pole vaulting and kicking field goals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Hope for Tinnitus, The Meningitis Strain Putting Adults at Risk and Why You Should Postpone Knee Surgery.

In this episode of Bedside Matters: A groundbreaking treatment for tinnitus, that has some promising results; Knee replacements are common, but new research suggests you might want to hold off on the surgery; a dangerous strain of meningitis is spreading, primarily affecting adults. We’ll share the symptoms and the treatment. Then our caller wants to know: when do you tell an aging parent it’s time to hand over the car keys? It’s a difficult conversation but Dr. Kipper has some compassionate advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices