WCCO Health Radio

Today’s show overall was tied to cardiology, heart health and being mindful about your cholesterol and heart health. Joining us for the full show is Michael Ellerman, MD anon-invasive cardiologist with HealthPartners discussing all things related to keeping your cardio in check, eating habits when it relates to heart health, pacemakers, atrial fibrillation and much more!

This week we sifted through some of the big stories of the week that was in health with our Weekly Dose. Then we pivot to talk about respiratory issues with Dr. Phoebe Smith with the University of Minnesota as this time of year is a common respiratory illness season - then we also chat with Edward Labin, MD of Hennepin Healthcare to discuss Parkinsons, Neurology and the cold weather having an effe...

We begin the show discussing some pieces of news from this past week from the week of health including news on dark chocolate, energy drinks and more when it comes to your health! Susie also shares an interview she did for her new program with Livea! Finally we chatted with Jeremy Schmoe, founder of the Functional Neurology Center, DC, DACNB, FACFN, he discussed the dangers of falling, neurologica...

Getting your little ones vaccinated for Hepatitis B, recent findings for an obesity study, warnings for breast cancer and much more to begin today’s Health Show with the Weekly Dose! Susie sits down with the wonderful folks at Livea and shares her beginning journey with the program! We then talk to Kerry Sheets, MD with Hennepin Healthcare about dementia, genetic ties to family history with dement...

We replay some of the big stories in health this week from a cheese you may have had at your Thanksgiving gathering, music helping patients in the operating room and much more with this week’s ‘Weekly Dose’! Then we chatted with Meagan Thomas-Betz, Lifespark Hospice Administrator who shared more on what hospice is, how to have the difficult conversations for your loved ones, if and how hospice is...

We begin this Sunday before Thanksgiving with some of the top stories in this past week in health with our Weekly Dose! Then we dive right into a conversation that may help you this week as we chatted with Keri Anderson, Fitness Coach at LIFETIME and she talked about some of the key tips to working out in the cold, even the importance of using weighted vests and some major eating and consumption t...

We begin the show with a few big stories from this week from recalls in a baby formula due to botulism and also a couple stories we discuss involving some scientific advancements in the health world! Then Susie chats with the CEO of EOSIS Recovery Dr. Lewis Ziedner about recovery, addiction and the ongoing battle with those struggling during this time of the year with Thanksgiving and soon after C...

We begin the show this morning discussing some of the key health news headlines from this past week, Susie replays an interview she did regarding menopause and we invite on Kailen Rosenberg, 'The Love Architect' who is a specialist on love and is a social media influencer helping many find love and understanding the importance of love when it comes to your health and well being!

With Daylight Saving Time ending, we look into the impact of sleep deprivation on health and the negative effects it can have on the rest of the body. We share tips on how to keep your routine and ways to help maintain a healthy sleep schedule. Dr. Andrew Stiehm is board-certified in pulmonary and sleep medicine and shares his knowledge.

Susie is back and we dive into some of the big health stories from this week as well as replay some of their key interviews conducted this week on WCCO and CBS with the top health topics currently! Then we switch gears and chat with Kellie Kvern with This Old Horse, a volunteer-based, non-profit that partners with breast cancer patients and survivors where they can experience connection, community...

We debut a new piece to the Sunday Health Show with the “Weekly Dose” sharing a few of the bigger stories of the week in health and then jump right into it with Dr. David Hilden with Hennepin Healthcare! It is flu season so we discuss more about when to get your vaccines whether it is influenza or even RSV - we also tackle some diabetes questions, constipation, having heart work done, phantom nerv...

Lung health and lung cancer is the main focal point of today’s show! We invited on Abby Begnaud, MD who specializes in pulmonary and lung health and Teri Cannon Executive Director for A Breath of Hope - they join Susie for a full hour to discuss lung health, lung cancer prevention, and answer many questions from listeners regarding lung health, breathing, and ways in which we can try to prevent lu...

This week we dive into an ongoing struggle against childhood obesity and pediatric health so we chat with the co-Director at the Center for Pediatric Obesity Medicine Aaron Kelly, Ph. D. on a variety of aspects of this problem with today’s youth. What does the science show, how did the trend in obesity happen, what can parents do to delicately improve their child’s health and much more!

This week we are navigating a new format for the health show as we replay an interview from this past week with Adam and Jordana with Ellie Wilson of the Autism Society of Minnesota. Then we pivot to discussing back pain and some of the remedies and ways to rehabilitate from back pain with Dr. Stefano Sinicropi with Allina Health.

This morning we invited three special guests to discuss the severe dangers of drunk driving and the consequences that come with getting behind the wheel after drinking. This week we had Trish in the studio to share her story, also Gina Longobardi with MADD - Mothers Against Drunk Driving and Minnesota State Trooper Gus Culbeaux to share and discuss the real life dangers, prevention and consequence...

We begin the show today with Dr. David Hilden graced us with his presence once again talking a little about the work that Hennepin Healthcare does day in and out! Today we answer questions about COVID vaccines, brain fog, alternatives to expensive medications and how to approach that, thrush, sodium intake and much, much more with Dr. Hilden this morning!

There are so many questions and uncertainties with COVID-19 and other vaccines and the ongoing changes in the health department in Washington D.C. so we wanted to invite Dr. David Hilden on to try and help clear up some of the uncertainty! Also with flu season and the cold weather approaching we discuss prevention and how to prepare for the weather and tackle other health related questions like ne...

It is International Overdose Awareness Day. Drug addiction has become a nationwide issue and many who struggle with drug and alcohol abuse run the risk of an overdose and death. Susie speaks with an addiction specialist from M Health Fairview as well as parents who have lost their children to an overdose and are now working to help others impacted by drug abuse.

Many people suffer from chronic headaches or migraines which can have a debilitating effect on a person's quality of life. Dr. Michael Sethna and Dr. Katie Ferguson are both neurologists and explain the differences between the two, what causes them, and treatment options. Susie Jones gets answers to your questions from the Minnesota State Fair.

More studies reveal the negative impact social media has on mental health, especially for young people. Dr. David Nathan is a psychologist with Allina Health and explains why this is becoming a troubling trend and what can be done to address addiction, as well as prepare for changes in the future. If you or someone you know needs help, call the Mental Health Hotline at 988.

This week we are talking sleep and breathing issues with Dr. Andrew Stiehm of Allina Health who specializes in sleep deprivation, restless leg syndrome, sleep apnea, pulmonary issues and much more! We discuss restless legs syndrome in correlation with sleep problems, narcolepsy, what kind of pulmonary issues , how does one get tested for sleep apnea, alternatives to sleep apnea CPAP masks, the eff...

Today we discuss the importance and awareness of lung cancer and preview an incredible event coming up. We begin chatting with Dr. Manish Patel, he is an oncologist with the University of Minnesota Masonic Cancer Center discussing the recent air quality, how often should you be tested, effects of secondhand smoke, radon and much more including the latest in lung cancer research and we also discuss...

This week we had Denny Long chat with Lydia Burr - Director of Clinical Services with Hazelden Betty Ford as they have a new model of care when it comes to addressing the mental illness and addiction problem as they have been the top care provider when it comes to therapies, resources and more with those who experience the struggle of mental health issues and overcoming the throughs of addiction!...

This morning we had a WCCO Radio Sunday reunion as our friend Dr. Hilden joined Denny Long in for Susie Jones and we take any and all questions from you the listeners from diabetes questions to neuropathy, otoconia or ear crystals, heart conditions. measles and RSV and much more with Doctor Hilden!

Many questions have been raised coming out of a recent study done on pediatric health when it comes to mental wellness, obesity and much more - however, we learned from Dr. Chase Shutak, Medical Director of Pediatrics with Children’s Minnesota who specializes in pediatric care said that there is also a lot of the information we already know but maybe need to reiterate to our youth - we discuss tha...