Aging Gracefully Mini-Series – Episode 032– 01/23/22
Segment 1 (3:39): We start the show with Dr. John Improta, a psychiatrist at the Regional Behavioral Health Center of Excellence at ECMC. Today we are talking about how to feel more joy during the holiday time of year. First he talks about the ways we lose sight of the true meanings of the holidays and how that puts immense pressure and stress upon us. He then gives some tips on how you can overcome these feelings. Finally, hear his great advice on “starting at the last.” To learn more, please visit HERE!
Segment 2 (18:34): We wrap up the show with Dr. Matteson, a Nephrologist with offices in Amherst and Orchard Park. First we discuss how you define chronic kidney disease. Next hear how it is a permanent condition and why it is so prevalent in diabetics. Then we talk about how if diagnosed and treated early, you can delay chronic kidney disease. Then Dr. Matteson explains why this happens in diabetics and how someone with diabetes can control this from happening. Finally, find out if you can feel if you have chronic kidney disease. To learn more about her offices, please visit HERE!