Summit County Healthcast: Recent Episodes
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The Summit County Healthcast is a podcast to improve the health and wellness of Summit County, Utah residents. Join us as we interview local health experts in a variety of fields and discuss ways to improve the physical, mental and environmental health of Summit County. The Summit County Healthcast is your trusted source for the most up-to-date health and wellness happenings in Summit County, Utah. Learn more at summitcountyhealth.org.
After vaping for eight months, twenty-year-old Katie Bertram became heavily addicted. Soon, she began to experience chest pains and difficulty breathing. Katie joins us on the Healthcast to discuss her vaping journey: the reason she started, how her addiction grew out of control, the health scares that made her want to quit, and how she
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This episode is the second half of our conversation with Health Director Rich Bullough and Deputy Director Phil Bondurant. We look forward to the health department's 2020 initiatives and areas of focus for the year, including: Sustainability Electronic WIC card pilot program Integrating Behavioral Health services into Early Intervention Diabetes Prevention Program Expansion A "Health
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In this episode of the healthcast, Director Rich Bullough and Deputy Director Phil Bondurant outline the department’s major successes over the course of 2019 and how they impacted the community. Bullough and Bondurant cited support from County Council, the Board of Health, County Manager Tom Fisher, various community partners and innovative staff as the main
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Flu season is upon us once more and we sat down with Nursing Director Carolyn Rose to talk about everything you need to know to be prepared. In this episode, we answer common questions such as who needs a flu shot, who a flu shot protects (hint: it isn't just you), how flu vaccines are
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A ten-year veteran of the Summit County Health Department, Nate Brooks worked as an Environmental Health Scientist until his recent promotion to Environmental Health Director. Before interviewing and being selected as director, Nate's worked primarily focused around drinking water, septic systems, and water quality. He is also a lifelong resident of Summit County. In this
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We're joined in this episode by previous Environmental Health Director, Phil Bondurant. Phil talks about his new position as the Deputy Director of the Summit County Health Department, what his new responsibilities and roles are, what his vision is for the future of the health department, and more. We also discuss preliminary results from the
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In this episode of the Summit County Healthcast, we were joined by Kathryn McMullin, a Critical Infrastructure Specialist with the Department of Public Safety Division of Emergency Management. Kathryn discussed the likelihood of an extended loss of water due to an emergency in Utah and the immediate dangers associated with water loss. Additional topics covered
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In episode 51, we sit down with Nursing Director Carolyn Rose to discuss the recent Measles and Mumps outbreak occurring across the United States. At the time of this recording (May 2019), there were no recorded cases in Summit County. Several cases have occurred in Utah, however, and the health department encourages everyone to check
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Environmental Health Director Phil Bondurant returns to the healthcast to discuss the 2019 Summit County Community Health Assessment. This short survey will aid the health department in planning public health initiatives over the course of the next several years. All members of the public ages 12+ who live or work in Summit County are encouraged
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Public Health Nurse Lynn Little joins the healthcast prior to her retirement at the end of March 2019. We discuss the changes Lynn has seen in the health department and Summit County health community over the past 18 years, including three location changes, the growth of technology and more. Lynn also reflects on the most
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Summit County Environmental Health Director, Phil Bondurant, and Habitat for Humanity Summit and Wasatch Counties Director, Shellie Barrus, join the healthcast today to talk about Burn Smart. Burn Smart Summit County is a local collaboration between the Summit County Health Department, Habitat for Humanity Summit and Wasatch Counties, Utah Physicians for Healthy Environment and Purple
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In this episode of the Summit County Healthcast, we visit with Howard Sorenson, Vice President of the South Summit Trails Foundation. Howard discusses the background of the foundation, their purpose and some of the many projects they have completed. We also discuss the new Oakley Trail Park and the foundation's goals for the future. Learn
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In this episode of the healthcast, we chat with Jerre Holmes, who was nominated as Utah's Superintendent of the Year by his peers. We discuss the challenges youth in North Summit face today with mental health and technology, and the I SWEAR (Inspiring Students With Empowering Adult Relationships) program the district created to help reach
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As part of Climate Awareness Week, Summit County Sustainability hosted the Three Tenors of Climate Change — climatologist Dr. Ben Santer, Global Health Specialist and ER Physician Dr. Hernando Garzon, and award-winning documentarian Chip Duncan — at the Salt Palace Convention Center on the evening of October 4. In this episode, we chat with the
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Dr. Reedy began his studies at Brigham Young University where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with a B.S. in Family Science. Next, he attended Loma Linda University where he received an M.S. in Marriage and Family Therapy and then returned to B.Y.U. and completed his Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy. Brad's research and clinical
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Caroline Rodriguez, Summit County's Regional Transportation Planning Director, returned to the healthcast to talk about the second season of the Summit Bike Share program. The Summit Bike Share is the first fully electric bike share program in the nation and has nine stations located between Kimball's Junction and Park City. In its first year, the
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Summit County Health Department Environmental Health Director Phil Bondurant returns to the podcast to discuss Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) and their impact on Summit County lakes and reservoirs. Over the past year (2017-2018), harmful algal blooms have been detected in both Echo and Rockport Reservoirs. Although all of these blooms were small and isolated, there
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Between his responsibilities as County Manager in Summit County and Brigadier General in the Utah National Guard, Tom Fisher’s schedule stays full. In this episode of the healthcast, we sat down with our county manager to discuss how he maintains his physical and mental health despite his busy schedule. We also talked about how the
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This week we sit down with two of CONNECT Summit County's co-founders, Ed and Lynne Rutan. They give us some brief history about CONNECT as well as a recap of past Mental Health Month events and a preview of this year's lineup. Brough to you by CONNECT Summit County and the Summit County Mental Wellness
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This week we sit down with Park City Community Foundation's Ollie Wilder and Summit County Mental Health & Substance Abuse Director, Aaron Newman to talk about the first year of the Summit County Mental Wellness Alliance. Formed in 2017, the Alliance has implemented a number of programs, events, and resources to enhance the quality of
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In this episode of the healthcast, we discuss Summit County's Wastewater Program with Nathan Brooks and Rocky Pace, Environmental Health Scientists at the Summit County Health Department. Topics covered include changes in the community's perception of wastewater in the previous decade, why the wastewater program is needed, how landowners can work with the health department
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We're joined this week by Nathan Brooks, Summit County Environmental Health Scientist and Director of North Summit Recreation District. North Summit Recreation was formed in 2009 and is a special service district of Summit County. They are governed by a seven-member board and offer a variety of activities, including youth sports, adult leagues, classes, camps
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This week we chat with Health Educator Alyssa Mitchell about the warning signs and dangers of vaping. In this guide to vaping, parents will learn how to recognize vaping hardware, get a better understanding of the chemicals in e-juice and more. "I want parents to be able to recognize these mods — look up what they
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In this week's episode, we sit down with Environmental Health Director, Phil Bondurant to discuss all the work his staff does behind the scenes to prepare for the Sundance Film Festival and during the event to ensure public safety. During this short period, the small health inspection team works more than 120 hours to process
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We kick off 2018 on the healthcast with Brian Hanton, District Director of Basin Recreation. In this episode, Brian gives an overview of the variety of services Basin Recreation offers to the public, ranging from their Kimball's Junction Fieldhouse to numerous parks and trail systems through Snyderville Basin. Nearly half (150 miles) of western Summit
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We end 2017 on the healthcast with an update on the mental health and substance abuse efforts underway here in Summit County. The end of the year brought a flurry of activity that will results in some big developments through 2018 and beyond. One of the biggest steps was the adoption of the Mental Wellness Strategic
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In this episode of the Summit County Healthcast I'm joined by Shelley Worley (Health Promotion Director) and SaRene Brooks (Health Educator and Registered Dietitian). We discuss the importance of finding a balance during the holiday season, especially as it relates to your diet and exercise schedule. Key takeaways Use moderation, plan ahead and enjoy what
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In partnership with the Summit County Health Department and the Summit County Mental Wellness Alliance, Jessica Omer, North Summit graduation and licensed clinical social worker held a parent night at North Summit High. This presentation teaches parents and teens how to cope with stress, recognize anxiety, depression, and signs of substance abuse, find treatment options
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November is National Diabetes Month and in this episode, we bring on SaRene Brooks (Health Educator, Registered Dietitian, Lifestyle Coach) to discuss this epidemic. In addition to defining the two types of diabetes and how they can be managed, we also discussed prediabetes and why people should be tested for it. Quick Facts One in ten
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This week with sit down with Summit County Health Department Nursing Director Carolyn Rose to discuss the importance of mammograms and breast cancer screening. Although 72 percent of women 40 and older in Summit County received a mammogram in the last two years, our goal will always be 100 percent. Other areas covered in this
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Katie Portwood joined the health promotion team in March and works primarily with Summit County schools to increase physical activity and improve nutritional choices among students. She is also involved with the employee wellness program. Katie graduated from the University of Utah with a bachelor's degree in Nutrition and a Masters of Health Promotion and
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The Summit County Community Market is a traditional farmer's market featuring fresh produce from local growers in Summit County and Northern Utah. It is also the only farmer's market in Summit County that accepts SNAP/EBT cards. The event is held at the Summit County Health Department's Round Valley location in partnerships with the Summit County
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Mary Christa Smith is a 26-year resident of Summit County who spent time at the Oakley School and Summit Community Power Works. Now a resident of Kamas, Mary Christa has two children in the South Summit School District. In this episode we talk about the new position Mary Christa will be joining at the Health
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In this episode, Health Educator and Registered Dietician, SaRene Brooks, returns to the healthcast to talk about the importance of Back to School Nutrition. Topics covered include breakfast choices, encouraging your children to eat a balanced lunch and avoid the vending machine and the benefits of family mealtime. Check out our additional nutrition resources at
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The Summit County Fair is held annually during the first full week of August. It's a traditional small town county fair with cowboys and bucking broncos, a carnival midway, beauty queens, home canned goods, flowers, vegetables, and more. Events are held throughout Summit County and home base is quiet, scenic Coalville, Utah. This week with
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Alyssa Mitchell returns as our first repeating guest on the Healthcast to talk about Sun Safety and the dangers of leaving children and pets in hot cars. In this episode, we go over the fundamental but often overlooked steps you can take to protect yourself from the summer sun: long-sleeved clothing, hats that cover the
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In this episode we sit down with Summit County's Regional Transportation Planning Director, Caroline Rodriguez, to discuss current and upcoming public transit event and offerings across the county. In addition to a new electric share program in Park City and Kimball's Junction, we also talk about the brand new Kamas Commuter Line beginning the end
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Summit Mosquito Abatement is a special service district in Summit County that utilizes a variety of methods and practices to locate and control local mosquito populations within Summit County. Its goal is to reduce mosquitoes to acceptable levels while minimizing environmental impact. The district spends most of its time and resources in four main areas:
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Nonprofit CONNECT Summit County began in 2016 with a group of concerned parents and Summit County residents who saw a glaring need for mental health and substance abuse services in the county. Since then, the nonprofit has worked to bring mental health to the forefront of Summit County, hosted numerous events and spearheaded a number
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When former U.S. Army Captain and Bronze Star Recipient Stacy Bare retired from the military he began battling depression and substance abuse. For Stacy, the path to healing began when a friend to him rock climbing in Colorado. Stacy wondered "if it feels this good for me, what could it do for others?" Since then,
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Before joining Summit County as the Mental Health and Substance Abuse Coordinator in April 2017, Aaron Newman worked in a variety of collegiate roles, including Dean and Director of Student Services. Recently, Aaron spent time at Weber State University and the National Abilities Center in Park City. In this episode, Aaron discusses the state of
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When Aaron Burgin’s brother committed suicide seven years ago, Aaron wanted to understand what his brother was going through. When he searched suicide on the internet, however, he found only harmful topics and advice, nothing to help a suicidal person find help. As a result, Aaron formed Suicide sucks, a nonprofit that uses SEO and
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The audio feed from the Community Panel and open forum Q&A at the Summit County Mental Wellness Solutions event from April 21, 2017. To listen to Leon Evans' keynote speech from Mental Wellness Solutions, click here.
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Leon Evans, the keynote speaker for the 2017 Summit County Mental Wellness Solutions, discusses the work San Antonio has done to improve mental health and substance abuse services and treatment in their city. Listen to the second half of the Mental Wellness Solutions broadcast, the Community Panel and Open Forum, here For more from Leon,
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See Leon present live, in person at Summit County Mental Wellness Solutions Friday, April 12 @ 9 a.m. For the past forty years, Leon Evans has worked tirelessly to improve the lives of people with mental illness. As President and Chief Executive Officer at The Center for Health Care Services, Evans has developed an innovative
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Stephanie Hurt or "Nurse Hurt" as she is known in the Kamas Valley as spent 30 years with the Summit County Health Department. After switching from a music major (she played the pipe organ), Stephanie discovered nursing and never looked back. In this interview, Stephanie explains why her career is also her dream job and
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Suesanne Bond has spent 36 years working in Early Intervention. A Summit County native, Susie began her work with special education out of high school as an aid in a severely mental handicapped unit. She completed her undergraduate degree in Early Childhood Education with a minor in Special Education before earning a Master's Degree in
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After returning from Virginia Commonwealth University with her Bachelors and Master's degrees in Nursing, Melanie Heairld joined the Summit County Health Department in 2013. As a Nurse Practitioner, Melanie focuses a large portion of her time on women's health and sexually transmitted diseases. "Having providers and educators available to every woman in the county would
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Alyssa is the health department's Tobacco and Injury Prevention specialist and has worked in the health field in some capacity her entire professional career, starting as a CNA. After changing majors from nursing, she graduated in Health Promotion from the University of Utah. Here at Summit County, Alyssa works with the North Summit Peer Leaders at
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Jennifer Morrill, stopped by to talk about the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program that she is the director of. Jenn has worked at Summit County for 16 years and has seen a number of changes in the program during her time here. In addition to offering nutrition education, WIC also provides supplemental foods, breastfeeding
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Dr. Marielle Pariseau, a volunteer at the Park City People's Health Clinic, spoke with us about the importance of dental hygiene in children. Summit County has the most children in the state of Utah who are not receiving adequate dental health. Fortunately, Marielle has a solution: Oh'Pal, a waterless disposable toothbrush she invented to help
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Jean Paskett, a lifetime resident of Summit County and longtime Public Nurse at the health department stops by to talk about the importance of immunizations and vaccines for people of all ages. Jean talks about the experiences she's had over the last 39 years as a nurse and the growth and changes in the Coalville
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Chris Crowley, the Summit County Emergency manager joined us this week to talk about basics of Emergency Preparedness. Before joining Summit County, Chris worked as a large event planner in San Francisco and during the Salt Lake, Vancouver and Rio Olympics. Chris explains the fundamental functions of Emergency Management and how communities, families, and individuals
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Summit County Health Department Director, Rich Bullough, gave an overview of the Summit County Health Department, how he has seen Summit County grow and evolve, some of Summit County's most pressing health concerns and where he sees the department headed in the future. Topics included the new mental health initiative, water quality, diabetes awareness, community
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Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer in individuals who have never smoked and the second leading cause of lung cancer overall. Radon cannot be seen, smelt or tasted and can be found in any type or age of home. Nearly 1 out of every 15 homes in the United States is estimated to
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SaRene Brooks is a Health Educator at the Summit County Health Department with a passion for nutrition and Diabetes Awareness — two of hers sons have Type 1 Diabetes. She is a registered dietician and working on her Diabetes Educator certification. SaRene has worked at the Health Department for over a year and a half. One of
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We welcomed in the New Year with a new Health Promotions Director! Shelley Worley moved to Utah over 29 years ago and recently visited every National Park in the state with her family. She began working at the Health Department as an intern and then a Health Educator over a year ago and worked in personal
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In today's episode, Carolyn Rose, Summit County Health's Nursing Director, joined us to discuss the Nursing Program. Carolyn has worked at the Health Department for over 16 years, which includes experiences during the 2002 Olympic Winter Games. Carolyn grew up in Pennsylvania and worked in numerous nursing positions before moving to Utah. Carolyn also gave
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This week we kicked off interviews with Environmental Health Director Phil Bondurant. Phil enjoys spending time outdoors and with his young family. He graduated from UNLV and worked at the Las Vegas Health Department for ten years before moving to the Central Utah Health Department in 2012. In February 2014, Phil joined the Summit County Health
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