Kadlec On Call, September 21, 2022 Kadlec On Call, Hosted By Jim Hall And Presented By The Kadlec Foundation podcast

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Tips for summer travel, coping with wildfire air quality, and safety on the water are the focuses with experts from the Benton-Franklin Health District.

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Kadlec On Call, June 14, 2023 37:59

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An innovative emergency department has cared for more than 330,000 patients in 10 years of operation. Learn more on the latest episode of Kadlec On Call.

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Kadlec On Call, June 7, 2023 36:53

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On this week’s podcast, how “community” enhances health care services in the Tri-Cities area. Hear from grateful patient families and clinical leaders who are working to support patients in very meaningful ways.

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Kadlec On Call, May 24, 2023 37:21

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Thanks to generous foundation donors, Kadlec brings added robotic surgery technology to the community, plus holiday safety tips just in time for Memorial Day weekend.

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Kadlec On Call, May 3, 2023 38:47

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Learn how cancer care in the Tri-Cities is supported by generous donors and volunteers who are committed to helping patients and their families.

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Kadlec On Call, April 26, 2023 36:53

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It's called a safe haven for newborns. It could be a hospital emergency room, a nearby fire station. What you should know if you encounter someone who wishes to give up their newborn at birth.

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Kadlec On Call, April 12, 2023 37:52

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On this week's podcast, the difficult topic of sexual assault and how it's compassionately and expertly treated in the emergency room. We'll visit with a specially trained nurse known as a sexual assault nurse examiner, plus talk with the head of the emergency departments at Kadlec.

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Kadlec On Call, March 29, 2023 37:15

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Learn about a Kadlec program to help patients facing high prescription drug costs. Plus a first-hand perspective on the importance of organ donation.

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Kadlec On Call, March 22, 2023 38:32

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Kadlec On Call, March 15, 2023 38:47

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On this week's program, find out how cancer is being crushed in the Tri-Cities, and the important role our community plays in the cancer fight.

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Kadlec On Call, March 8, 2023 36:34

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It’s called the chain of survival. The links in the chain that must all work in treating patients suffering sudden cardiac arrest. Here a first hand account from a man whose life was saved by first responders and ER caregivers at Kadlec.

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Kadlec On Call, March 1, 2023 39:46

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If someone stopped breathing, would you know what to do? Need to get a refresher in CPR? Are you expectant parents? Learn about available class offerings at Kadlec.

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Kadlec On Call, February 15, 2023 39:47

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Homelessness, hunger and access to health care have emerged as significant barriers facing many residents of our community. Learn about the Kadlec Community Resource Desk, a free community service connecting people with available services.

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Kadlec On Call 39:47

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The road to recovery after a heart attack can be long. Meet members of a team at Kadlec dedicated to restoring the quality of life for patients who suffer serious heart or lung ailments.

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Kadlec On Call, January 18, 2023 37:22

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Volunteers play a key role in helping hospitals and health organizations like Kadlec serve the needs of patients in our community. On this episode of Kadlec On Call, find out how you can become a volunteer and join the incredibly rewarding effort enjoyed by volunteers at Kadlec and the Kadlec Auxiliary. Plus, hear about an impressive group of high school athletes uniting together to support women in need of mammograms without the means to pay for them.…

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Kadlec On Call, January 11, 2023 31:41

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Jim looks into making and keeping New Year’s resolutions to get fit and be healthy. Plus why we’re not past the worry of flu, Covid and other respiratory illness.

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Kadlec On Call December 21, 2022 38:17

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Our health care system continues to be heavily stressed by high incidence of virus, including the flu, RSV and COVID. Heard front line perspectives on the situation from 2 Kadlec emergency department nurses. Plus, public health perspective on how long we'll continue to face the threat of flu and respiratory virus.…

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Kadlec On Call, December 14, 2022 37:50

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A timely update on the discovery of bird flu in a commercial flock in the Tri-Cities area. Learn what we all need to know from a public health expert. Plus, how flu and respiratory virus continue to place a heavy strain on our local health care system. And, holiday safety tips for people of all ages.…

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Kadlec On Call, December 1, 2022 39:10

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Respiratory illness continues to keep our health care system on high alert. Find out what we all can do to protect ourselves and our families during this strain on our community. Plus, meet a highly skilled and compassionate radiation oncology specialist who's committed to the best cancer care available.…

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Kadlec On Call, November 17, 2022 38:09

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You’ve likely heard about the rising incidence of a virus named RSV, an illness that is taking a particular toll on children. We’ll get you the latest on what families need to know to protect their children, and themselves. Plus a visit with a hospital based pediatric specialist to learn how RSV is impacting local hospitals. What do you think our community’s most pressing health care needs are? We’ll tell you with leaders of a recently completed Community Health Needs Assessment.…

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Kadlec On Call, November 9, 2022 37:56

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Just in time for winter and the holidays, tips on safe travel when it's cold and snowy, plus important health reminders for eating safe and healthy. We also feature a free Kadlec program for seniors to help them navigate Medicare insurance.

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Kadlec On Call, November 2, 2022 38:12

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Not only was October 31st Halloween, it was also the end of the emergency declaration in Washington state that has been in place for twenty months, the outset of the COVID pandemic. We explore what that means a local public health expert. Plus, RSV, a virus that has been in the news recently with high numbers of cases among children. We visit with a hospital based pediatrician to learn about RSV, what causes it? Its symptoms, and what to do if you get it. And, the story of a valuable program at Kadlec designed to helping seniors navigate the complicated health system.…

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Kadlec On Call, October 26, 2022 39:31

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RSV is a virus similar to the flu and COVID that is making its way through the region and country, raising concerns especially for young children. Here the latest on that plus first-hand accounts of fighting breast cancer and ways in which our community is rallying in support of patients.

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Kadlec On Call, October 19, 2022 37:48

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This week, a focus on cancer survivorship and what patients and their caregivers need to know. Plus the Kadlec and Tri-Cities Cancer Center Foundations have many generous corporate supporters of key health programs and services at Kadlec. This week, learn why Bouten Construction feels compelled to partner with Kadlec in significant ways.…

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Kadlec On Call, October 12, 2022 38:12

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Cancer services in the Tri-Cities have earned some of the most prestigious accreditations in the country for service excellence. Find out what goes into achieving that excellence, plus important public health advice on the importance of flu vaccination and how to keep your kids safe as they prepare for Halloween.…

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Kadlec On Call, October 5, 2022 38:30

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Hear the inspirational story of a young Tri-Cities woman in the midst of a fight with breast cancer. Plus find out the promising progress being made when it comes to breast cancer mortality, and the amazing resources available in the community for cancer patients. All, plus the latest on COVID on this week's Kadlec On Call podcast.…

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Kadlec On Call, September 28, 2022 39:31

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The COVID pandemic has taken a heavy toll on health care workers and first responders everywhere. A bronze plaque has been unveiled at Kadlec Regional Medical Center in support of the tireless and courageous work of Kadlec caregivers over the past 2 1/2 years. Hear first hand accounts from people who saw the impacts of COVID directly, plus the latest on the severity of virus as we head into fall.…

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Kadlec On Call, September 21, 2022 41:43

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Jim and his guests speak on the latest in COVID in our region as well as advances in Alzheimer's and dementia care.

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Kadlec On Call, September 14, 2022 38:15

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With wildfires burning all around us, would you know what to do if you were told to evacuate? Do you have general emergency preparedness plans? Plus, how we can all take action to help reduce fentanyl-caused overdoses. And, a Tri-Cities business shows off its generosity to health care workers in a significant way.…

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Kadlec On Call, September 7, 2022 38:57

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Do you know the signs of suicide? Learn about a public information effort being launched in the Tri-Cities to help our community better understand suicide and what we can all do to prevent it. Plus, COVID is still with us, but a new booster is on the way to help us all better protect ourselves.

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Kadlec on Call 08/31/22 38:13

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Meet Major and Pete, the newest Kadlec K9 security team, learn about an upcoming 10K run through Richland benefiting cancer patients, plus the latest public health advice on COVID, including a new vaccine booster that will be available soon.

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Kadlec On Call, August 24, 2022 38:37

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School is about to start, with an improved COVID picture. Get the latest on COVID, Monkeypox and other helpful health tips from the lead infectious disease nurse at the Benton Franklin Health District. Plus, outgoing district health officer Dr. Amy Person reflects on leading our community through the pandemic.…

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Kadlec On Call, July 20, 2022 37:35

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Covid numbers are on the rise, and Monkeypox has arrived in the northwest. What we all need to know about both from a public health and infectious disease expert.

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Kadlec On Call, June 29, 2022 41:28

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Traveling over the summer? Find out what COVID precautions you can take to keep you and your loved ones safe. Plus, what are the most pressing health needs of the region? Learn how you can weigh in on the community health needs assessment.

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Kadlec On Call, June 22, 2022 37:03

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Get the latest on COVID and the nationwide baby formula shortage. Also, an innovative program at Kadlec called Experience Health Care, which gives high school students interested in health careers an inside look at the industry.

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Kadlec on Call, June 15, 2022 38:02

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Jim and his guests speak on the latest in COVID in our region, as well as stroke awareness.

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Kadlec On Call, June 1, 2022 38:41

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Covid case counts are inching up, and another mass shooting in our country. A public health expert weighs in on both, including advice for parents in talking to their children about gun violence. Plus, we celebrate the 20th anniversary of Grace Clinic. Our guests include Mark Brault and Avonte Jackson from Grace Clinic, and Heather Hill of the Benton Franklin Health District.…

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Kadlec On Call, May 18, 2022 38:27

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Do you know the warning signs of stroke? Jim visits with stroke treatment leaders from Kadlec and the Richland Fire Department, plus as the nation surpasses 1 million Covid deaths, the latest on how the Tri-Cities community is working to keep infections under control. Jim's guests include Capt. Andy Sabin of Richland Fire & Emergency Services; Kaylyn Wyatt, RN, Kadlec Stroke Coordinator; and Heather Hill, RN, of the Benton Franklin Health District.…

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Kadlec On Call, May 11, 2022 38:38

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Do you know the warning signs of stroke? Get important advice from emergency room and neurology experts at Kadlec. Plus, how to keep your kids safe this summer, and the latest on COVID-19. Jim's guests include Dr. John Matheson, Kadlec ER Medical Director; Dr. Hui Juan-Zhang, Kadlec Neurologist; Heather Hill, RN, Benton Franklin Health District; and Jozelle Prieto, Public Health Educator at the Benton Franklin Health District.…

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Kadlec On Call, May 4, 2022 38:09

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COVID cases are inching up. Find out the latest public health perspective. Plus, caring for our tiniest patients in the NICU. Our guests are Dr. Kashish Mehra, an NICU specialist, and Heather Hill from the Benton Franklin Health District.

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Kadlec on Call for 04/27/22 38:46

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Jim and his guests speak on the latest in COVID in our region.

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Kadlec On Call, April 20, 2022 38:48

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COVID rates are inching up, but hospitalizations remain low. Get the latest on the state of COVID in the region, plus the warning signs and treatments for peripheral vascular disease with a Kadlec vascular surgeon. Jim's guests are: Heather Hill, RN; Benton Franklin Health District Dale Wilson, MD; Kadlec Vascular Surgeon…

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Kadlec On Call, April 13, 2022 36:40

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Find out how the Kadlec Foundation and Ranch N Home are teaming up to keep the community safe. Plus, a Kadlec community health program educates of the warning signs of suicide. Plus, public health advice on the current state of Covid and a look at how to protect ourselves against other viruses that come with the warming weather.…

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Kadlec On Call, March 30, 2022 39:15

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Are you interested in pursuing a career as a nurse? There are many opportunities including financial support to help pay for nursing education. Plus, the latest on COVID 19 in our community, including how public health is tracking the incidence of virus through waste water.

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Kadlec On Call, March 22, 2022 37:25

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On the latest Kadlec On Call podcast, Jim shares a different kind of March Madness. It's Match Month for new doctors, learning where they will be doing their family medicine residencies. Meet 2 of Kadlec's newest residents, plus get the latest on COVID in the community with the lead public health nurse from Benton and Franklin Counties.…

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Kadlec On Call, March 16, 2022 38:12

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Almost 2 years ago to the day, the Tri-Cities saw its first case of COVID at Kadlec. Today, significant progress with the pandemic. Get the latest from leaders of Kadlec and the Benton Franklin Health District. Guests are Dr, Amy Person, Benton Franklin Health District; Heather Hill, RN, Benton Franklin Health District; Reza Kaleel, Kadlec Chief Executive and Kirk Harper, RN; Kadlec Chief Nursing Officer, Chief Operating Officer.…

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Kadlec On Call, March 2, 2022 37:43

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Indoor mask requirements are going away soon. Jim will have the latest from public health leaders. Plus, meet a Pasco teenager who has used her own experiences with anxiety and depression to shine the light on the importance of mental health. And, find out how you can become part of one of the Tri-Cities most dedicated group of volunteers.…

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Kadlec On Call, February 23, 2022 38:06

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More promising signs in the COVID fight, case rates and hospitalizations going down with mask requirements soon to be easing. Plus, what Kadlec infant care specialists are doing to reduce the number of babies impacted by substance use disorders.

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Kadlec On Call, February 16, 2022 38:12

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With COVID cases heading the right direction, and an easing on indoor masking restrictions coming, Jim visits with Dr. Umair Shah, the Secretary of the Washington State Department of Health. Plus Tri-Cities COVID perspective with Heather Hill, the lead infectious disease nurse with the Benton-Franklin Health District.…

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Kadlec On Call, February 9, 2022 37:53

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For 2 years, community and public health agencies have been in an emergency response mode due to COVID. On our latest podcast, hear first hand accounts from local, regional and state incident command response teams, and encouraging signs for turning back COVID once and for all.

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Kadlec on Call, Feb. 2, 2022 39:10

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Is Omicron really going away? The answer is no, in fact our part of the region actually has among the highest COVID rates in the U.S. Get the latest on our efforts to turn back the virus, plus a revealing interview with a popular TV weatherman who has been hit hard by a COVID infection.

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Kadlec On Call, January 26, 2022 37:40

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The COVID Omicron variant is taking its primary toll on health care staff, and still infecting people in record numbers. On this episode get the latest on the virus, plus what you can do to help ease the burden on health care workers. Plus, information on vital community services available for people of all ages.…

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Kadlec On Call, January 19, 2022 37:40

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Jim Hall has the very latest on COVID 19 and progress being made against the highly contagious Omicron variant. Plus, hear about an inspiring effort by the Richland High girls basketball team to raise awareness on breast cancer, plus generate funds to cover the costs of mammograms for patients who cannot afford them. Find out how you can help!…

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Kadlec On Call, January 12, 2022 39:32

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The Omicron variant is causing major challenges for area hospitals. Find out how Kadlec is handling the latest surge, plus the latest infectious disease guidance and public health strategies for turning back the virus.

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Kadlec On Call, January 5, 2022 38:47

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The new year begins with a focus on COVID and the impact of the Omicron variant. Get the latest from public health experts and clinical leaders from Kadlec Regional Medical Center.

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Kadlec On Call, December 22, 2021 37:39

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The impact of the Omicron variant on holiday plans and the potential for a January surge in COVID cases. Plus Kadlec adds a second K9 security team to its efforts to keep patients, caregivers and families safe, and important info for people looking at a career in health care.

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Kadlec on Call, Dec. 15, 2021 27:25

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We discuss how you can safely enjoy the holidays amid the pandemic, plus how Covid has impacted our tiniest citizens.

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Kadlec On Call December 8, 2021 37:56

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Boosters, Omicron, Delta, what do we make of the latest developments with the COVID pandemic? Public health and infectious disease experts share insight on safely navigating the holidays and keeping COVID at bay.

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Kadlec on Call, December 1, 2021 37:39

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Topics include the impact of the Covid Omicron variant plus the pandemic’s impact on our smallest children.

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Kadlec on Call November 17, 2021 37:38

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