Fallon Frank

Arkansas health providers say early detection saves lives, but many women delay mammograms. A nurse practitioner and a UAMS OB-GYN explain when to start screening and why self-advocacy matters.

On today's show, we learn that healthcare providers say preventative care for women can lead to early treatment of breast cancer. Plus, we hear that this weekend’s Juneteenth celebration in Fayetteville is the 30th consecutive year for the northwest Arkansas observation of the holiday. Plus, we offer a conversation about public libraries and public television in Arkansas.

A UAMS OB-GYN and a patient explain why women put off preventative care, from fear and time to confusion about what screenings they actually need.

On today's show, we learn that the answer as to whether data centers can be built in Pulaski County is still up in the air. Plus, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is ready to open its expansion, and we take a look at what's new. Drew Hutson Rogers also talks being on tour.

The Arkansas Center for Health Improvement launches a podcast series on maternal and infant health, covering pre-pregnancy through early childhood with doctors, lawmakers and community leaders.

On today's show, we learn that volunteers across the state are gathering at festivals and farmers’ markets to collect signatures for their ballot measures. Plus, we hear that navigating a reduction in hospital services in Fort Smith will be the topic of a town hall tomorrow night. Plus, former Fayetteville resident Uchenna Awoke discusses his new novel, out now.

UAMS is offering scholarships to train Arkansas health care providers in perinatal mental health, the number one complication of pregnancy in the state. Reporter Fallon Frank speaks with UAMS senior director Hannah McHardy about the program and what it could mean for Arkansas mothers.

Cold plunges and breathwork are trending, but experts say nervous system regulation culture can overlook the deeper roots of women's anger, including suppression, emotional labor and social pressure.

On today's show, we explore how regulating your nervous system became an online trend, and its impact on the larger issue of women and anger. We also look ahead to the Arkansas Legislature’s fiscal session. Plus, we hear about a new KUAF Live Session featuring Monsoon.

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith is getting $15 million in federal funding to build simulation labs that train nursing students in maternal and infant care across the River Valley.