Y Health
Stay informed with Y Health–your reliable source for relevant public health information brought to you by the BYU Public Health Department. Learn how global and local issues apply to you, while considering aspects of faith. Discover new perspectives with the help of host Dr. Cougar Hall and expert guests. Join us for a new topic each episode as we navigate the world of public health together.
Podcasting since 2022 • 21 episodes
Y Health
Latest Episodes
Looking Beyond the Surface with Gladys Lopez
Gladys Lopez, a recent graduate of BYU’s Master of Public Health program, is passionate about family health, women's health, and promoting public health within family systems. In this episode, she joins Cougar to share her experiences wor...
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Episode 21
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29:27
Healthy Sexuality with Dr. Chelom Leavitt
Bio: Chelom Leavitt teaches and researches healthy sexuality at BYU. She received her Ph.D. from Penn State. Her research specifically examines how being present, accepting, and non-judgmental is linked to improved sexual functioning and satisf...
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36:37
Celebrating One Year of Y Health!
In this special one-year anniversary episode of the Y Health Podcast, listeners are invited to get to know their esteemed host, Dr. Cougar Hall! He discusses mind-body health, offering valuable tips for maintaining balance in life. Join in t...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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35:18
Mapping a Path Through Public Health with Dr. Erik Nelson
If theres one thing you should know about Dr. Eik Nelson, it’s that he likes to get uncomfortable (all in the name of science). This has lead him to pursue research in areas that are a bit on the messier side. Listen as he and Dr. Cougar Hall d...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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40:05
Good Teachers Don’t Gatekeep Their Curriculum - with Byron Tanner
How far is too far when involving parents in the learning process? High school educator Byron Tanner takes the hot seat to share the best practices he implements in the classroom each year. Bio:With 20 years of experi...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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27:31