Every one of us wants to stay mentally sharp as we age—but what really works to protect brain health?

On this episode of Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy, pharmacist Brad White sits down with Dr. Steven Grossi, Family Physician with Aultman Malvern Health Center, to discuss Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and practical steps you can take today to reduce your risk. Together, they separate fact from fiction and explain what normal aging looks like compared with the warning signs that deserve medical attention.

• What brain health really means

• Normal aging vs. Alzheimer's disease

• Early warning signs you shouldn't ignore

• The 14 modifiable dementia risk factors

• The impact of exercise, sleep, nutrition, and social engagement

• Why hearing, vision, blood pressure, diabetes, and cholesterol matter

• New blood tests and treatment advances for Alzheimer's disease

• What current research says about vaccines and dementia risk

• Resources available for patients, families, and caregivers

While there is currently no cure for Alzheimer's disease, growing research shows that many lifestyle choices can significantly reduce risk and help preserve cognitive function throughout life.

Whether you're concerned about your own memory, caring for a loved one, or simply looking to age healthier, this episode is packed with practical, evidence-based information you can put into practice today.

Guest: Dr. Steven Grossi, Family Physician, Aultman Malvern Health Center

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What should you know about direct-to-consumer lab testing?

In this episode of Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy, Paul White and Brad White welcome Allison Blake, Julie Girtton, and Rachel Irvin from Aultman Health System to discuss how direct-to-consumer laboratory services are helping patients take a more proactive role in their health.

Learn about: • Affordable wellness testing options • A1C, cholesterol, thyroid, PSA & vitamin D testing • How patients can access testing without a physician order • The importance of knowing your numbers • How pharmacists and providers work together to support preventative care

Read the full blog post here: Medicine Center Pharmacy Blog – Direct-to-Consumer Laboratory Services

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May is Stroke Awareness Month, and on this episode of Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy, pharmacists Paul White and Brad White are joined by Angie Eaton, Beth Layman, and Morgan Odeck from Aultman Inpatient Rehabilitation to discuss stroke prevention, warning signs, emergency treatment, rehabilitation, and recovery.

Our guests explain: • The different types of stroke • Why "BE FAST" recognition is critical • How rapid treatment improves outcomes • What happens during stroke rehabilitation • The importance of neuroplasticity and brain recovery • Common physical, speech, balance, and cognitive challenges after stroke • How inpatient rehabilitation helps patients regain independence

If you or a loved one has experienced a stroke, this conversation provides valuable education, encouragement, and insight into the recovery process.

⚠️ Remember: Stroke is a medical emergency. If you notice symptoms such as facial drooping, arm weakness, speech difficulty, dizziness, or sudden vision changes, call 911 immediately.

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Training tomorrow's doctors takes years of intense education, residency training, and lifelong learning. In this episode of Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy, Dr. Michael Linz explains how medical residency programs work, why physician shortages are growing, and how advances like AI and robotics are changing healthcare.

https://www.medshoprx.com/blog/training-tomorrows-doctors-understanding-medical-residency-programs-with-dr-michael-linz

On this week's Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy, we welcomed Allen Bresson, Physical Therapist, and Jeff Teeple, Physical Therapist Assistant from Aultman North Therapy Services to discuss how to prevent, recognize, and treat back injuries effectively.

https://www.medshoprx.com/blog/back-pain-amp-injury-prevention-what-you-need-to-know-this-spring

Kidney disease is often called a "silent condition" because many people don't recognize the signs until it has progressed. On this week's Health Matters Radio Show and Podcast, pharmacists from Medicine Center Pharmacy welcomed Jennifer Roth, RN, Nurse Executive-Board Certified and Assistant Manager of Dialysis at Aultman Health System, to break down the essentials of kidney health in a way every patient can understand.

https://www.medshoprx.com/blog/kidney-disease-101-what-every-patient-needs-to-know

Tune in to Health Matters for a National Nutrition Month talk with AultCare dietitian Joy Benjamin, RND, LD MCLC, CPT. She'll discuss the latest national dietary guidelines and simple ways to improve your diet for better health.

https://www.medshoprx.com/blog/new-dietary-guidelines-20262030-what-you-need-to-know-for-better-health

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a national effort focused on increasing screening rates and educating patients about prevention and early detection.

On this episode of the Health Matters Radio Show and Podcast, pharmacists Paul White and Brad White of Medicine Center Pharmacy spoke with Dr. Marta Lavery of Aultman General Surgery about colorectal cancer risk, screening options, and why early detection is so important.

https://www.medshoprx.com/blog/colorectal-cancer-screening-why-early-detection-can-save-your-life

On this week's Health Matters, pharmacists Paul White and Brad White welcomed Dr. Haider Al Taii of Aultman Deuble Heart & Vascular Hospital Cardiovascular Consultants to discuss disorders of the heart's electrical system .

Heart disease is often thought of as a "plumbing problem" — blocked arteries and reduced blood flow.

But many serious heart conditions are actually electrical problems.

Understanding the difference can help you recognize symptoms early and protect your long-term health.

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States—but the good news is that many forms of heart disease are preventable with early detection, medical management, and lifestyle changes.

On this week's Health Matters Radio Show, we sat down with Mihail T. Paxos, MD, cardiologist at Aultman Deuble Heart and Vascular Hospital, to discuss coronary artery disease (CAD) and what patients can do to protect their heart health.

https://www.medshoprx.com/blog/coronary-artery-disease-amp-building-a-heart-healthy-lifestyle

Breast health is a vital part of overall wellness, yet many people are unsure where to turn for trusted screening, diagnosis, and ongoing care. On a recent episode of Health Matters Radio Show & Podcast, we sat down with experts from the Breast Care Center at Aultman Hospital to discuss best practices in breast care and the exceptional resources available right here in Canton, Ohio

https://www.medshoprx.com/blog/breast-care-close-to-home-trusted-resources-at-the-breast-center-at-aultman-hospital