Health and Wellness | Sanford Health News

Jan 29 2025 31 ep. 20 mins 17
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Each episode of the Health and Wellness series features conversations with Sanford Health experts on a wide array of topics all designed to keep you well, physically and mentally. Listen today!

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Sober curiosity can inspire better relationship with alcohol

Jan 29 2025 28 mins  
The conversation today is about sober curiosity and the rise of a sober generation. Our guests are Mindy Broden and Ashley McMartin with Sanford Health Bemidji. Our host is Alan Helgeson with Sanford Health News Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

Reduce the risk of falling with strength and mobility

Dec 12 2024 28 mins  
This is the “Health and Wellness” podcast brought to you by Sanford Health. The conversation today is about understanding falls and fall prevention. Our guest is Natalie Fick, Sanford Health physical therapist. Our host is Alan Helgeson with Sanford Health News. Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.org Connect with us on social: Facebook Twitter Ins

STIs can affect your sexual and reproductive health

Dec 11 2024 26 mins  
The conversation today is about understanding sexually transmitted infections or STIs. Our guest is Dr. Charles Shaffer with Sanford Health Park Rapids Clinic. Our host is Alan Helgason with Sanford Health News. Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.org Connect with us on social: Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn

Vaccinations help older adults stay stronger for longer

Jul 16 2024 6 mins  
The conversation today is about the importance of vaccination for older adults. Our guests are Amanda Petrik, director of nursing, Good Samaritan Society - Canton, South Dakota, and Courtney Vroman, director of nursing, Good Samaritan Society - Battle Lake, Minnesota. Our host is Matt Holsen with Sanford Health News. Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth

How to begin the talk about assisted living

Jun 06 2024 32 mins  
Our topic is tips to avoid caregiver burnout and really recognizing when it might be time to consider assisted living. And joining us is Karis Gust, and Karis is with Good Samaritan Society Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.org Connect with us on social: Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn

Stadium announcer loses speech, recovers from stroke

May 13 2024 15 mins  
The conversation today is all about stroke awareness. Our guests are Dr. Abd Elazim, a neurologist with Sanford Brain and Spine Center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. And joining Dr. Elazim is Randy Preston, a Sanford Health patient here to share his story. Our host is Alan Helgeson with Sanford Health News. Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.org Connec

Doctors, nurses sound the alarm as vaccination rates drop

Apr 30 2024 27 mins  
The conversation today is about childhood immunizations and vaccines. Our host is Dr. Joseph Segeleon, vice president medical officer, Sanford Children's Hospital. Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.org Connect with us on social: Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn

Nighttime routine can help with sleep problems, pulmonologist says

Apr 01 2024 19 mins  
Dr. Haven Malish says to avoid blue light before bed, and go to bed & get up at the same time. Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.org Connect with us on social: Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn

How to make your colonoscopy prep experience better

Mar 27 2024 20 mins  
The conversation today is about colonoscopy prep. Our guest is Dr. Johnathon Aho. Our host is Alan Helgeson with Sanford Health News. Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.org Connect with us on social: Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn

Trust science, pros when dealing with orthopedic injuries

Mar 26 2024 22 mins  
Don’t fall for internet trends to work through pain, sports medicine experts say. Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.org Connect with us on social: Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn