Health Break Podcast
Take a break for your health.
“Health Break” is a podcast for UPMC Health Plan members. Each episode explores noteworthy health and wellness topics, plus tips for making the most of your health insurance plan.
Listen to learn about topics like:
- How to get better sleep.
- Tips for managing stress in any situation.
- How cutting screen time can improve your health.
- Caring for the mental health of children and teens.
- How to know when you need an antibiotic.
"Health Break" is available wherever you enjoy podcasts.
Episodes
Diabetes Toolkit: How to find the right resources for you
Dr. Ellen Beckjord takes a "Health Break" to shed light on the importance of managing diabetes and the tools and resources offered by UPMC Health Plan to help members through their personal health journey.
How cutting screen time can improve your health
If you’ve been spending too much time on screens, try setting small goals to unplug. Whether it’s a daily screen-free hour, taking breaks throughout the day, or replacing screen time with other healthy activities, even small changes can make a big difference in your mental and physical well-being.
Get to know your health care team
Your care team includes more than just your doctor! Nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs) are highly trained professionals who can diagnose, treat, and care for patients just like doctors do. Even better? Seeing an NP or PA can often mean getting an appointment sooner. In this episode, we break down what it can look like to re...
Weight loss medications: Why lifestyle still matters
Weight loss medications can help people lose significant weight, but long-term success comes from more than just medication. In this episode, we break down why nutrition, exercise, and hydration are key to feeling your best while on weight loss medication—and how to maintain weight loss over time. Plus, learn how UPMC Health Plan health coaches ...
Empowering the Community: UPMC Health Plan Neighborhood Center and Literacy Pittsburgh
Education opens doors to better opportunities and a healthier future. In this episode of “Health Break,” we’re exploring the partnership between the UPMC Health Plan Neighborhood Center and Literacy Pittsburgh, two organizations working together to bring education, job training, and essential support services to the community.
About the host
Dr. Camille Clarke-Smith
Camille Clarke-Smith, EdD, LSW, is a program director in the Quality Improvement, Medicare Stars Department at UPMC Health Plan, where she leads the Medicare Faith and Wellness Program, an 8-week health and wellness challenge designed to improve outcomes and advance health equity. She is the founder and executive director of Transforming the Health of African American Women (THAW), Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to improving the health and quality of life of African American women and the communities in which they live.
Dr. Clarke-Smith is a licensed social worker, certified life coach, and an adjunct professor at Carlow University. She earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology and sociology, a master’s degree in exercise science, and a doctorate in health and physical activity education from the University of Pittsburgh, along with a master’s degree in social work from Carlow University.