Everyone deserves to die well. By reimagining End of Life Care and helping to plan in advance,Empowered Endings™ enables everyone to do so. This is what Dr. Bob and Late Night Health’s Mark Alyn discuss. This unique, San Diego-headquartered company evolved based on Bob’s 30 years of experience as a physician in emergency medicine, palliative care and hospice and Elizabeth’s expertise in spiritual counseling and medical social work in end of life and grief care. Dr. Bob and Elizabeth’s combined passion for assisting families at this stage of life has evolvedinto the Empowered Endings Collective, currently serving all of Southern California. With fourentities under its umbrella, Empowered Endings has all End of Life needs well covered.

End of Life Counseling

What if no one—gay or straight or bi, trans or cis or nonbinary—was “born that way”?           In GENDER WITHOUT, award-winning psychoanalysts Avgi Saketopoulou and Ann Pellegrini challenge the argument widely embraced by rights activists and members of the LGBTQ+ community that gender identity is innate and immutable.  “There is nothing wrong with being gay, queer, gender nonconforming, or trans, nor is any of these an undesirable or pathological outcome,” Pellegrini stresses. “Genderqueer and sexually diverse individuals can and do live full, pleasurable, exciting lives—which is not to say that they are spared the miseries that befall everyone as part of the human condition. Indeed, trans people and queer people should get to have all the feels, including negative or bad feelings.”  With a vision of expanding the narrowminded view and treatment of queer and trans people by analysts and society at large, Ann Pellegrini talks with Mark Alyn about gender identity.

Gender Labels

Lauri Quinn Loewenberg is a professional dream analyst and author of the book Dream on It, Unlock Your Dreams Change Your Life. She is best known as "Dream Expert to the stars" and has been featured on hundreds of radio stations across North America and the UK and on national television shows such as The Today Show, Dr. Oz, The View, Good Morning America, Daily Pop on E! and more. Thanks to a series of recurring dreams,  she is also a prominent Pin Up Artist and resides in Tampa, FL with her handsome hubby, musical son and her overlord Sigmund the rescue kitty. Lauri visits with Mark Alyn to talk about the meaning of dreams.

What Do Your Dreams Mean?

Rachel Zemach became Deaf at age ten, and has lived with one foot in both the Deaf and hearing worlds since then. After teaching Deaf students for ten years in a hearing, public school she became more solidified in her Deaf-with-a-capital-D identity. She loved thee job passionately but found it a shockingly, un-necessarily obstacle-laden environment for Deaf students and felt compelled to write a memoir describing it, with the goal of educating hearing people and enacting change. The Butterfly Cage came out April 26, 2023 and has gotten strong reviews. As a Deaf person, she doesn’t listen to radio, and had never heard of this show. But when talking with Mark Alyn of Late Night Health she was struck by two things: the passion HE has, when it comes to health issues, and the quick understanding of a person with little knowledge of the Deaf perspective, once they are exposed to it.

As an added bonus, Mark wears hearing aids. Reaching hard of hearing people, or “Inbetweeners,” as she calls them, is important to Zemach, because many are less connected to the Deaf community. They are struggling with similar issues to more fully Deaf people, but without access to the support, camaraderie or coping mechanisms Deaf people have and share with each other. Thus, they experience the problems of hearing “loss,” while missing out on its benefits.  This is the essence of her book, and of the conversation that transpired here; the beauty and gifts of Deaf culture, even for “hard of hearing” people. It also touched on language deprivation, the innocent but harmful mind-set that leads hearing people (including administrators) to assume that speaking, listening devices, and “fitting in” are good goals for Deaf children in public schools, and how that mind-set causes major and often irreparable, life-time problems.

The Butterfly Cage

When parents put a child on a school bus, the expectation is that the young person will arrive safe and ready to learn. Now, with significant funding available through the EPA’s Clean School Bus Program, there’s never been a better time to prioritize clean and more efficient modes of school transportation. The goal is to replace inefficient gas or diesel-powered buses with safer propane or electric alternatives. 
Tucker Perkins, President/CEO of PERC, the Propane Education &amp; Research Council, ishares cleaner options for the nation’s school bus fleets, and a study that shows how low-emission buses are linked to improved test scores. We’ll also provide information about school districts using propane buses in your market, and a the unique http://betterourbuses.com/ program. More than 1.3 million students will ride a propane school bus this year. 
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT SCHOOL BUS INNOVATIONS:
- Comparing the efficiency of propane vs. electric and other alternatives
- Environmental benefits of an affordable and plentiful clean resource
- Federal funds up to $5 billion through fiscal year 2026 to help school districts replace diesel &amp; gas buses with clean energy alternatives
- Buses that reduce nitrogen oxide emissions by 96%
- compared to diesel &amp; provide lower overall operating costs

SCHOOL BUS SAFETY - THE DRIVE FOR CLEANER  LOW EMMISSION ALTERNATIVES

Carolina Schneider, MS, RD, a registered dietitian known as “Carolina the Green RD” says the farm bill's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) - formally known as food stamps - provides vital assistance to millions of disadvantaged Americans to ensure that all people have access to nutritious food, however there are some crucial nutrition gaps that demand attention from Congress that voters can elevate to advocate for an updated farm bill to improve SNAP and enhance the program's quality and nutritional offerings for all Americans. Carolina visits with Mark Alyn on this episode of late Night Health.

Some points 
    • Why We Need the Farm Bill: The farm bill is a matter of concern when it comes to nutrition because it plays a crucial role in shaping food and agricultural policies in the United States. The bill influences various aspects of our food system, including agricultural production, food access, nutrition programs, and public health.
        • The farm bill includes provisions for nutrition assistance programs like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which helps millions of low-income individuals and families access nutritious food. Changes in funding, eligibility criteria, and program structure within the bill can have direct implications for the food security and well-being of vulnerable populations.
        • Many children and families are dependent on SNAP benefits so nutritional options should be a top priority.
        • The Farm Bill can promote or hinder the development of local and regional food systems. By supporting initiatives that increase access to fresh, locally sourced foods, the bill can contribute to healthier diets and stronger local economies.·       Add Vitamin D Supplementation: Recent data published since the pandemic clearly highlights the critical role of vitamin D in addressing numerous health concerns. However, to meet therapeutic vitamin D levels of 40-60 ng/ml, SNAP falls short in providing solutions. Something as simple as adding vitamin D3 supplements to SNAP offers recipients a solution to address a range of health challenges faced by families, including preterm births, depression, respiratory infections, asthma, cancer, and chronic diseases like cardiovascular issues, high blood pressure, and Type 2 diabetes. 
        • Sun exposure can be impractical. Especially when we are told to wear sunscreen.
        • People of color face elevated risk due to melanin blocking vitamin D absorption, making them more susceptible to chronic diseases and COVID-19 complications.
        • Some individuals may have dietary restrictions or preferences that limit their intake of foods naturally rich in vitamin D, such as fatty fish (salmon, mackerel), egg yolks, and fortified dairy products (i.e. vegans). This can make it challenging to obtain sufficient vitamin D solely through food sources.
        • You can easily ask your elected officials of Congress to add vitamin D3 to the farm bill at: http://www.all4vitamind.com/ 

    • Shop at Local Independent Grocers and Natural Product Stores: Independent grocery stores and natural product stores can serve as community gathering spaces, fostering a sense of belonging and connection. They may host events on nutrition, provide more personalized advice on nutrition choices, and provide a gathering place for neighbors to interact with one another. 
        • Independent grocers and natural product stores typically prioritize customer service and foster a more personalized shopping experience. They often develop relationships with customers, offering tailored recommendations, addressing specific dietary needs, and providing a more attentive and friendly atmosphere.
        • Independent grocers and natural product stores often prioritize sourcing products from local farmers, producers, and suppliers. By purchasing from independent grocers, you contribute to the support and sustainability of local food systems, reducing the reliance on long-distance transportation and supporting local agricultural businesses.
        • You can Google 'Natural Grocers Directory' or 'INFRA Store Directory' to find an independent grocer and natural product store near you.

Vital Assistance To Disadvantaged Americans

NY Times, Today Show Contributor, Clinical Psychologist &amp; Sleep SpecialistDr. Shelby Harris Teams Up with #1 Melatonin Brand to Share Tips to Help People Form Better Sleep Routines for FallEach year, people lose an average of 15.5 hours of sleep during the summer (about 10 minutes a night). It happens for a variety of reasons, including a leisurely pace of life, traveling more, spending more time outside, less structured routines and fewer obligations. The adjustment from summer’s slower pace to the more hectic fall and back-to-school season can be challenging.Sleep Specialist Dr. Shelby Harris is teaming up with Natrol – a leading sleep, mood and stress brand – to share some timely sleep strategies to get sleep patterns back to normal. Learn simple ways to inspire quality rest by supporting a healthy sleep routine, including melatonin basics. Dr. Harris will dig into the key tips consumers need to know about using melatonin supplements so they can be more informed. Learn valuable strategies to get sleep back on track and how to get ready for rest with education and insights to support a healthy sleep routine – including melatonin.
Dr. Harris visits with Mark Alyn on Late Night Health. DR. HARRIS’ HELPFUL HABITS FOR QUALITY REST:STEPPING STONES — .RESTFUL RETREAT — The importance of visual &amp; sensory harmonyTIMING IS KEY — How to get sleep back on track gradually and consistentlyNATURAL HELP — Drug-free sleep aid solutions for improving rest

Get A Good Nights Sleep - Naturally

Extreme weather phenomena such as destructive storms, heatwaves, or blizzards strain on the electric grid. For National Preparedness Month, we are reminding families to proactively prepare for potential disasters, some of which might lead to extended power outages.
Matt Blashaw, HGTV host and homebuilding expert, partners with the Propane Education &amp; Research Council (PERC), to share tips to safeguard your home and family before an extended power outage. Matt will share his own experience of living without power after a tornado caused a power outage in his community. This is an important reminder for your viewers during National Preparedness Month, and as the Fall and Winter seasons quickly approach.
 
PREPARE FOR A POWER OUTAGE—WHAT YOU WILL LEARN: 

- POWER OF PREP—Tips to ready your home for an upcoming power outage.
- RELIABILITY—How to keep critical systems in a home operating even when the electric grid is down

- BACKUP POWER—generators provide supplemental electricity in as little as 10 seconds after a power outage.
- ENVIRONMENTALLY CONSCIOUS—Propane is a low-carbon energy option that is made in the U.S., it is affordable, and reliable.
 
SPOKESPERSON BACKGROUND: Blashaw is a home improvement expert and former HGTV and DIY Network T.V. host. The Kansas City resident is building his construction business while raising a family. He has earned the distinct privilege of being named in the country’s top 1% of real estate agents, surpassing $100M in sales, and has a new show on HGTV called "Build it Forward."

Prepare for a Power Outage

Each October, National Cybersecurity Awareness Month provides a timely reminder that criminals are trying to steal information and money from small businesses and their customers. Cybercrime u on the rise, and 60% of small businesses that experience a cyberattack go out of business within 6 months. That’s why it’s important to take proactive measures to protect data (and your business) from criminals.
 
Cybersecurity expert Mike Caralis of Verizon Business jins Mark Alyn to offer essential tips for keeping small businesses safe from criminals. Learn how to implement cybersecurity practices, bolster cyber hygiene, and safeguard against threats. Plus, see the new technology, solutions and resources now available to help small businesses protect themselves.

LNH Mike Caralis Verizon Cybersecurity

Staying healthy and vibrant is the main theme behind Supplyside West (October 23 - 27 in Las Vegas). Sandy Almendarez, VP of Content for SupplySide, shares insider information about this upcoming industry event including sustainability and the latest science. From nutrition to supplements, the latest research about staying healthy and more, SupplySide is packed with information that helps people live better lives.