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Corye Dunn, director of public policy for Disability Rights North Carolina, discusses ways to make spaces in North Carolina more accessible and what it means to be an advocate.

Thriving in menopause...is it possible?Dr. Rachel DiSanto, family medicine physician at Statesville Family Practice and medical director for Iredell Physician Network, discusses symptoms, causes, and treatments to help you live your best...

Catherine Kirkendall, Executive Director of Hagar USA, defines human trafficking and discusses strategies for prevention and advocacy.Hagar is an international non-governmental organization on a mission to restore life and dignity for su...

Do you suffer from chronic pain?Are you afraid to seek help because of a fear of addition to opioids?There are alternatives. Find out more on this episode with Dr. Rob Theiss, pain specialist.

Allison (Bubba) Simmons, director of pastoral care at Iredell Health System, shares the who/what/when/where/why of advance directives.Don't know what an advance directive is? It's legal permissions for others to make decisions on your b...

On this episode, we sat down with John Green, President & CEO of Iredell Health, and discussed the importance of keeping healthcare local and what it means to be nonprofit and independent.Be sure to like, share and subscribe.

Do you find yourself stuck in the cycle of avoidance, aka the anxiety trap?Derick Buggs, MSW, social worker at Iredell Davis Behavioral Health, explains how to get "unstuck."Be sure to like, share, and subscribe.

Are you or someone you know struggling? This episode is for you. Learn warning signs, how and when to seek help, and other resources.Special thank you to Susan Tolle with AFSP for joining us for this important conversation.Call 98...

This week, we welcomed Dr. Mahdi Ajjan, Founder & CEO of OptiMed Hospitalists.Hospitalists are there for you every step of the way during your hospital stay. Learn more on this episode of Inspire Iredell.

Breastfeeding is deeply personal and no two journeys are the same. Hear from Rhea Lamb, RN, IBCLC, Lactation Consultant at Iredell Health System, as we celebrate National Breastfeeding Month.Iredell Health offers FREE lactation consultat...

Why don't I get an antibiotic when I have the flu?What happens when I don't finish my antibiotic course that my doctor prescribed?What do antibiotics actually do?Ever asked yourself these questions? This episode ...

Do you wake up feeling more exhausted than you did when you went to bed? Is excessive snoring an issue for you? Do you wake up gasping for air? Dr. Jeffrey Brink, ENT,  discusses risk, causes, and treatments for sleep apnea.#be...

Worldwide, 55 million people are living with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. Caring for someone with this heartbreaking disease can feel like uncharted territory.We sat down with Ben Yeager, Program Manager for the Alzheimer's As...

Do you or a man in your life have a history of neglecting their health?"I'm not sick, so I don't need a doctor.""I don't want to talk about my health.""I'm just going to man up."If these sound familiar, this episode ...

We sat down with Dr. Harlan Hicks of Iredell Internal Medicine to discuss hypertension, aka high blood pressure, aka the silent killer. Learn about lifestyle changes, what your blood pressure numbers actually mean, and why having a primary care...

Do you find yourself feeling stressed or overwhelmed? This podcast is for you.Sara Neal, RN, MPH, RYT500, walks us through practical tips to incorporate mindfulness and breathwork into the day to avoid the burnout and release tension.

Join Dr. Rachel Rader, Podiatrist, Wound Care Specialist, and Diabetic Limb Salvage Specialist at Iredell Wound Care & Hyperbaric Center. Learn about basic first aid, types of wounds, and when you should consider going to a wound care speci...

Does parenting make you want to pull your hair out?  Did you know there was FREE help right at your fingertips?We sat down with Tonya Fowler, Executive Director of Pharos Parenting, to discuss the incredible programs they have to of...

Do you need spine surgery, but you're afraid of the recovery?Peter Miller, MD, PhD, can help ease those woes! Learn about minimally invasive spine surgery, techniques for reducing back pain, and more on this episode of Inspire Iredell.

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Reduce your risk of cancer with regular screenings.Join Dr. Venu Gangireddy, gastroenterologist at Piedmont HealthCare, as he discusses.

Do you worry about common nutrition barriers like cost, time, or willpower?Michele Privott, Registered Dietitian at Iredell Health System, discusses how to overcome these challenges on this episode of Inspire Iredell.

February is Heart Month!Did you know that cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S.?Dr. Bradley Martin, Iredell Health System cardiologist, shares some insight into what the heck cardiovascular disease is, ...

It's that time of year again! Sickness is in the air. Join Rhonda Ruppe, RN, Iredell Memorial Hospital Emergency Department Director, as she discusses reasons to go to an urgent care vs taking a trip to the ER!

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month! Join Dr. Jennifer Parker, OBGYN, as she discusses prevention and education!