UAMS Health Talk
Experts from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) talk about a variety of health topics, providing tips and guidelines to help people lead healthier lives.
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- Aug 27, 2026
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The ABC's of Common Vaccinations (opens the original)
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Which vaccines does my child need for school? Routine childhood immunizations are the topic. Robert Hopkins, M.D., Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at UAMS, Medical Director of National Foundation for Infectious Diseases, explains newborn doses (hepatitis B, RSV), the two‑month combination series (DTaP, polio, rotavirus, pneumococcus, Hib), MMR and varicella, and state school booster requirements. Learn how combination shots reduce injections, age‑group differences, and practical st
Learn, Connect, Serve Conference: Cultivating Arkansas’ Next Generation of Behavioral Health Leaders (opens the original)
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Made possible by a UAMS Chancellor’s Circle Award, the Learn, Connect, Service Conference (LCS) introduces current college students to the rewarding and diverse world of behavioral health careers. Through expert-led sessions, real-world insights, and interactive discussions, attendees will learn about educational pathways, professional roles, and the impact behavioral health professionals have on individuals and communities. It will take place October 24, 2026 and it's free to attendees. For mor
What Makes the UAMS ENT Program Special? (opens the original)
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In this vodcast episode we explore what sets the UAMS ENT Head and Neck Program apart and why that matters for patients across Arkansas. Dr. Gresham Richter, MD, FACS, FAAP, chair of the UAMS Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, describes the program’s patient-centered approach and statewide outreach. Hear how multidisciplinary care, pediatric ENT collaboration with Arkansas Children’s Hospital, access to head and neck surgery specialists, and advanced treatments like robotic-assi
Why Hearing Health Matters — Signs, Risks, and What You Can Do (opens the original)
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This episode explains why hearing health deserves more attention, how untreated hearing loss affects memory and social life, and practical steps to protect your ears. Guest Madison Howe, Au.D., CCC-A, CH-AP, Assistant Professor and Director of Clinical Education at UAMS, walks through hearing loss signs, tinnitus, and the link between hearing and mental health. Learn about hearing tests, hearing protection, balance disorders, and why early intervention matters for adults and children. For appoin
Can a Haircut Save a Life? Community Conversations About Alcohol Use (opens the original)
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This episode explores how the UAMS Barbershop Talk program brings men's health conversations into neighborhood barbershops to increase access and reduce risky alcohol use. Dr. Tiffany Haynes, PhD, Associate Professor in the Department of Health Behavior and Health Education at UAMS, explains why barbershops are effective sites for community outreach and alcohol use screening. You'll hear about community health workers, rural health access, and strategies for connecting men to preventive care and
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