Welcome to "What the Health is Happening?" with your host, Dr. Valda Crowder, a board-certified emergency medicine physician dedicated to sharing life-saving health information. In today’s episode, Dr. Valda Crowder confronts the difficult but crucial topics of domestic violence, suicide, and the growing mental health crisis challenges that impact families, neighborhoods, and communities, and appear all too frequently in the emergency department.

Prompted by recent tragedies, including high-profile cases of murder-suicide and devastating losses in communities, Dr. Valda Crowder explores the intersection of intimate partner violence and suicide, why these crises are public health emergencies, and how we can recognize warning signs and provide meaningful support to loved ones in distress. Throughout this sensitive conversation, listeners will receive vital information on crisis response, available resources, and the steps both individuals and communities can take to save lives.

Please note that today’s episode addresses content that some may find distressing. Crisis resources and support information will be shared throughout the program.

Timestamps:

00:00 Discussing domestic violence and suicide

04:52 Discussing suicide and domestic violence connection

09:39 Handling mental health emergencies

12:09 Domestic violence police intervention steps

16:28 Using a suicide risk scale

18:40 Handling psychiatric emergencies

20:54 Partial placement programs for crisis care

24:59 Resources for crisis and support

Dr. Valda Crowder - https://www.askdrv.us/

Podcast Website - https://whatthehealthishappeningshow.com/

Podcast Producer - https://tophealth.care/

“Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”

In this episode of "What the Health is Happening with Dr. V," Dr. V dives deep into the world of GLP1, one of today's most talked-about topics in health and weight management. Whether you've been bombarded by headlines about Ozempic, Wegovy, and other injectables, or you're simply curious about the science behind these drugs, this episode separates fact from hype. Dr. V explores what GLP1 actually is (spoiler: your body already produces it), the crucial difference between natural production and external interventions, and why that distinction matters. The conversation also introduces natural alternatives like Calicurb, addresses concerns about compounded medications, and unpacks the real-life impact of these treatments, helping you make sense of what's trending and what's truly effective for your health journey.

Timestamps:

00:00 Understanding GLP1 and its effects

05:14 Understanding GLP1's role in digestion

07:17 Discussing injectable medication side effects

10:59 Risks of weight-loss injectables

15:46 Discussing alternative treatments

16:49 Weight loss during inactivity

19:56 Considering injectable treatments

23:40 Understanding GLP and body regulation

Dr. Valda Crowder - https://www.askdrv.us/

Podcast Website - https://whatthehealthishappeningshow.com/

Podcast Producer - https://tophealth.care/

“Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”

Welcome to the podcast, hosted by Dr. Valda Crowder , board-certified emergency medicine physician dedicated to empowering you with life-saving health information. In this episode, Dr. Valda Crowder tackles the urgent and often hidden issue of sex trafficking in plain sight. From high-profile media cases like Jeffrey Epstein and R. Kelly, to the tragic reality affecting millions, especially children and vulnerable communities, Dr. Valda Crowder breaks down what sex trafficking is, how victims are lured, and why it's a pressing public health crisis occurring all around us. You'll learn to spot the warning signs, hear real-life stories from the front lines, and get answers to your most important questions about protecting your loved ones and community. Tune in for crucial knowledge, practical tips, and resources to help stop this epidemic hidden right within our neighborhoods.

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to sex trafficking issues

04:25 Discussing trafficking victim identification

08:20 Raising awareness on sex trafficking

12:34 Child protection and warning signs

14:02 Identifying signs of trafficking

20:28 Online safety and family links

21:29 Signs of potential predatory behavior

Dr. Valda Crowder - https://www.askdrv.us/

Podcast Website - https://whatthehealthishappeningshow.com/

Podcast Producer - https://tophealth.care/

“Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”