Clover's Healthy Aging Podcast
Listen in as Clover Health’s Chief Scientific Officer and geriatric cardiologist Dr. Kumar Dharmarajan explores your most pressing senior health questions, with practical tips on everything from the best diet for heart health to when to get your flu shot and how to clean out that pesky ear wax. As a Medicare Advantage company serving older adults across the country, Clover is committed to providing real-life advice to help seniors get healthier and happier today with the Healthy Aging podcast. Whether you’re an older adult, a family member of an older adult, or a caregiver, this is the show for you.
Episodes
16 episodes
All About Antibiotics
Antibiotics are often the first line of defense for illnesses from strep throat to UTIs, but do they work? As patients take antibiotics more and more regularly, we’re also seeing a surge of “superbugs” that are resistant to these drugs. In this...
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15:24
Everything You Need to Know About Breast Cancer in Seniors
The average age of breast cancer diagnosis is 62, and getting older increases your chances of getting the disease. Listen in to learn more about the stages of breast cancer, risk factors, and how often to get a mammogram.
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18:14
De-Mystifying Dementia + Alzheimer’s Disease
This week, Kumar answers your most common questions about Alzheimer’s and dementia. Have you ever wondered the difference between the two? How it feels to suffer from dementia? Early signs and symptoms? When it’s time to seek help for yourself ...
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23:42
Diving Into Diabetes
Diabetes is an extremely common illness in the Medicare population, with about 1 in 4 Americans over 60 suffering from the disease. This week, Kumar dives into the diabetes epidemic, including the different types of diabetes, the risk factors, ...
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21:00
What Do Aging Parents Hide From Their Kids?
Parents will always try to protect their children from hard and uncomfortable truths. However, continuing to hide financial, medical and mental issues can be dangerous for aging parents, who may need their kids to step in -- and be informed -- ...
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12:51
All Things Food & Fitness
It's New Year's resolution time, so Kumar is answering all your burning questions about food and fitness, including how exercise benefits older adults and why walking is a great way to stay active. Kumar also touches on the value of the ‘Medite...
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21:16
Mind Your Medications
On this episode, Kumar answers all your most pressing medication-related questions, such as the difference between generic and name-brand prescriptions and when to talk to your doctor about medication side effects. He’ll also explain why it’s b...
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12:58
Tech for Doctors: How Physicians Stay Up-To-Date
In an industry where records are still sent by fax, healthcare and technology don’t always seem to go hand-in-hand -- particularly at your local doctor’s office. This week, Kumar explains how Clover is working to change that, by building techno...
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19:48
Understanding the ABCs (and Ds) of Medicare and Medicare Advantage
This week, listen in as Kumar answers your more pressing questions about Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans. From breaking down the difference between Part A and Part D, to explaining the financial and clinical benefits of different plan typ...
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12:32
How to Decide When It’s Time to See a Specialist
Primary care physicians and specialists each play an important role in keeping older adults healthy as they age, but choosing which doctor to visit first can be confusing. On this episode, learn more about the ways generalists and specialists d...
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16:40
Navigating the Doctor’s Office
If you’ve ever felt intimidated visiting the doctor’s office, you’re not alone. Listen in to learn the difference between a medical assistant and a nurse, tips on building a great relationship with the receptionist, and practical ways to advoca...
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13:49
Tips for Aging in Place
Today, learn from Kumar what “aging in place” actually means, the pros and cons of aging in the home, and how to determine when it’s time to get a caregiver or move into an assisted living facility.
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20:34
Hearing Loss and What to Do About It
This episode, Kumar explains why hearing often worsens with age, when to see an audiologist, what the “whisper test” is, and whether or not to keep using Q-Tips. He’ll also discuss the challenges of ear wax and how to clean your ears safely, an...
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20:01
Keeping Your Heart Healthy: Part II
On this episode, Kumar shares his tips for a healthy diet, including how to add good fats into your diet (it’s not just avocados!), the importance of whole foods like fruits and nuts, and whether or not you should eat that egg yolk. He’ll also ...
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Episode 3
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22:18
Keeping Your Heart Healthy: Part I
On this episode, learn why Kumar decided to become a geriatric cardiologist, the four things you should ask your doctor about your heart health, and why you might not need to take that daily baby aspirin. Plus, learn exactly how much exercise y...
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Episode 2
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18:56
The Truth About Vaccines for Older Adults
What vaccines do seniors really need? How can I get vaccinated if I’m homebound? Will the flu shot make me sick? On this episode, Kumar discusses these questions and more, including common myths and misunderstandings about vaccines, and why cer...
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Episode 1
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