What the Health is Happening? with Dr. V

Épisodes

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  Recognizing and Responding to Narcissism: Red Flags, Boundaries, and Real-Life Strategies 01.10.2026 26min

  Welcome back to "What The Health Is Happening? With Dr. V." In this episode, host Dr. Valda Crowder, a board-certified emergency medicine physician, dives into part two of our series on narcissism. Building on last week’s foundation, Dr. V breaks down the practical side of dealing with narcissists, from spotting the red flags and understanding common manipulation tactics like love bombing and triangulation, to learning how to set boundaries, navigate tricky family dynamics, and survive narcis...
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  When Does Self-Confidence Become Narcissism 24.09.2026 26min

  Welcome to "What The Health Is Happening? With Dr. V." In today's episode, Dr. Valda Crowder dives into a topic that's everywhere these days: narcissism. The term gets thrown around in pop culture and everyday life, but what does it really mean from a clinical perspective? Dr. V breaks down the difference between narcissistic traits and the actual diagnosis of narcissistic personality disorder, explores its characteristics, and discusses how these behaviors present in relationships, families,...
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  What Really Happens During an Asthma Attack 15.09.2026 26min

  Welcome back to "What The Health Is Happening? With Dr. V." In today’s episode, Dr. Valda Crowder dives into the world of asthma, an often misunderstood but potentially deadly chronic disease that affects millions of Americans. Despite its prevalence, asthma still sends hundreds of thousands to the ER every year and claims lives, with many patients struggling to manage it correctly. This episode covers what actually happens inside the lungs during an asthma attack, the difference between a m...
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  Why Your Brain Keeps Saying One More Bet 03.09.2026 27min

  Welcome to "What The Health Is Happening? With Dr. V." In this episode, board-certified emergency medicine physician Dr. Valda Crowder dives into a crisis that's often hidden in plain sight: gambling addiction. With alarming stories in the news about insider trading, betting on confidential information, and the rise of sports betting and online gambling, Dr. V reframes what many see as a criminal justice issue as a serious public health concern. She explains the science behind gambling disord...
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  How Chronic Stress Quietly Damages Health and Ways to Cope 27.08.2026 28min

  The conversation focused on the hidden epidemic of chronic stress and its profound effects on health, both physically and mentally. A key theme that emerged was the distinction between normal, short-lived stress and chronic stress that lingers for months or even years, often becoming an unnoticed "new normal" in people’s lives. The discussion explored the biological impacts of persistent elevated cortisol, including increased risk for anxiety, depression, metabolic disorders, heart disease, a...
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  Recognizing the Early Signs of Cognitive Decline 20.08.2026 25min

  Welcome to "What The Health Is Happening? With Dr. V," where your host, Dr. Valda Crowder, a board-certified emergency medicine physician and passionate health advocate, dives deep into the vital issues impacting your well-being. In this episode, Dr. Valda Crowder explores a topic that touches every family: brain and cognitive health. From the everyday memory lapses we all experience to the serious early warning signs of cognitive decline and dementia, you’ll learn what’s normal, what’s not, ...
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  Beat the Heat Before It Becomes an Emergency 10.08.2026 26min

  The conversation focused on the dangers of heat and how many people underestimate its impact, especially as temperatures rise in the summer. A key theme that emerged was that heat kills more people each year than any other weather event, often without dramatic warning signs. The discussion explored how heat affects the body on a cellular level, why certain groups like infants, the elderly, athletes, and outdoor workers are at greater risk, and how to recognize the critical difference between ...
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  How Adverse Childhood Experiences Shape Your Brain, Body, and Future 06.08.2026 26min

  Welcome to another episode of What The Health Is Happening? With Dr. V, where board-certified emergency room physician Dr. Valda Crowder is dedicated to empowering you with life-saving health information. Today, we delve into a deeply important and sensitive topic: How Adverse Childhood Experiences Shape Your Brain, Body, and Future. From childhood trauma and neglect to the ripple effects that last well into adulthood, this episode explores how experiences during your earliest years profoundl...
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  When Half Your Face Stops Working: Bell's Palsy Early Treatment and Recovery 30.07.2026 26min

  Welcome to another episode of What The Health Is Happening?, hosted by board-certified emergency physician Dr. Valda Crowder aka Dr. V. Today’s episode shines a spotlight on Bell’s palsy, a sudden, frightening condition where part of your face stops cooperating, often leaving people worried they’re experiencing a stroke. Recently thrust into the headlines after NBA All-Star Joel Embiid’s diagnosis, Bell’s palsy sends thousands each year to emergency rooms in search of answers. In this episode...
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  Essential Advice on Heat Stroke and Summer Safety 16.07.2026 26min

  Welcome back to What The Health Is Happening? With Dr. V. Today's conversation focused on the dangers of extreme summer heat, highlighting the record-breaking temperatures and widespread heat advisories affecting millions across the United States. One concept discussed was heat-related illness as a spectrum, from mild heat rash and cramps to the life-threatening emergency of heat stroke. A key theme that emerged was the seriousness of heat as the deadliest weather-related hazard in the U.S., ...
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  Memory, Aging, and Dementia: Separating Myths, Facts, and Steps You Can Take 08.07.2026 21min

  Are you worried about memory loss as you age, or are you caring for someone who's starting to show signs of cognitive decline? This episode of "What The Health Is Happening?" dives deep into what really happens to our brains as we grow older, from normal forgetfulness to more serious concerns like mild cognitive impairment and dementia. Dr. Valda Crowder breaks down the different types of memory, the signs that set normal aging apart from concerning symptoms, and the crucial early steps you c...
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  Michael Jackson: Fame, Fatigue and Fatal Suggestion 16.06.2026 23min

  Have you ever woken up after a medical procedure, feeling groggy and with no memory of what happened, wondering, "What exactly did they give me?" In this episode of "What the Health is Happening?" emergency physician Dr. Valda Crowder pull back the curtain on propofol, a sedative used every day in emergency rooms, operating rooms, and intensive care units across America. You might recognize its name from headlines surrounding the death of Michael Jackson, but behind the sensational stories li...
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  The Hidden Crisis of Gambling Addiction and Its Impact on Brain Health and Society 02.06.2026 27min

  Welcome to "What The Health Is Happening? With Dr. V," hosted by board-certified emergency medicine physician Dr. Valda Crowder. In this powerful episode, she tackles the hidden but urgent crisis of gambling addiction. From startling national headlines involving insider trading and military operations to the devastating personal consequences faced by millions of Americans, gambling disorder is revealed not as a moral failing but as a serious brain disease. Dr. V breaks down the science behind...
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  Understanding Panic Attacks and Anxiety Disorders: How Your Body Sounds the Alarm 29.05.2026 26min

  Welcome to another episode of "What The Health Is Happening? With Dr. V," hosted by Dr. Valda Crowder, a board-certified emergency medicine physician passionate about empowering your health and wellness. In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, today's episode dives deep into a topic that touches millions: panic attacks and anxiety disorders. Whether you're struggling in silence, supporting a loved one, or curious about the signs and solutions, Dr. V breaks down the science and miscon...
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  Understanding Memory Loss and Cognitive Decline: Signs, Risk Factors, and Prevention 18.05.2026 25min

  Welcome to What The Health Is Happening With Dr. V podcast, where your host - board-certified emergency medicine physician Dr. Valda Crowder - empowers listeners with life-saving information for you and your family. In today’s episode, Dr. V dives deep into brain health, exploring the crucial topics of memory, cognition, and the difference between normal aging and early signs of dementia. With personal stories, the latest facts about Alzheimer's and dementia, risk factors, and clear advice on...
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  The Lasting Impact of Childhood Trauma and How to Heal from ACEs 11.05.2026 26min

  Welcome to Ehat The Health Is Happening with Dr. V, hosted by board-certified emergency room physician Dr. Valda Crowder, also known as Dr. V. In this powerful episode, we confront a topic that impacts millions but is often hidden in plain sight: childhood wounds that last a lifetime. Today, we’re diving into Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), traumatic events ranging from abuse and neglect to household dysfunction and community-level stressors like poverty and racism. Dr. V explores ...
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  When Home Isn’t Safe: Addressing Domestic Violence, Suicide, and the Mental Health Crisis 07.05.2026 26min

  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-p...
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  GLP1s Explained: Separating Hype from Reality in Weight Loss and Health 06.05.2026 24min

  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 a...
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  Sex Trafficking Hidden in Plain Sight: Understanding the Crisis in Our Communities 29.04.2026 24min

  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...
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  Separating Fact from Fiction: Marijuana, CBD, and Their Impact on Health 24.04.2026 25min

  Marijuana and CBD are everywhere these days, from dispensaries on every corner to gummies, drinks, and oils marketed for everything from sleep to stress relief. But as these products become increasingly normalized, what’s really happening behind the scenes in healthcare? In this episode of "What The Health Is Happening" with Dr. V, we’re joined by Dr. Valda Crowder, an emergency room physician, to break down the crucial differences between marijuana and CBD, the impact of different formats an...