Aging Gracefully Mini-Series – Episode 034– 02/06/22
Segment 1 (3:28): We start 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!
Segment 2 (16:16): We wrap up the show with our Community Outreach Director Phil Pohlman. First hear how this Aging Gracefully show was started. Next find out how Phil and Linda know each other. Next we discuss the categories that make up Aging Gracefully and what people want to know more about: self care, self help, and preventative help. Then we discuss how important it is to take care of yourself, what it can do for you, and how you should do the things you want to because why not?? Tune in to hear many suggestions on how to make yourself feel better!