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This is the “Health and Wellness” podcast brought to you by Sanford Health. In this episode, we're unpacking some of the most common myths and misconceptions around cancer from diagnosis to treatment. Whether you're a patient, a caregiver, or someone who just wants to be informed, this conversation is for you. Our guest is Dr. Daniel Almquist, a board-certified specialist in hematology and oncology at the Sanford Roger Maris Cancer Center in Fargo, North Dakota. Our host is Courtney Collen with Sanford Health News.Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

This is the "Health and Wellness" podcast brought to you by Sanford Health. The conversation today is around how Sanford Sports training yields results for a future Hawkeye. Our guests are Hudson Parliament, Justin Parliament, and coach Kurtiss Riggs, Sanford Sports Academy. Our host is Matt Holsen with Sanford Health News.Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

This is the Health and Wellness podcast brought to you by Sanford Health. The conversation is about TikTok nutrition trends, what is safe versus a scam and discussing viral nutrition claims about amino acids, raw milk, and GLP-1s. Our guest is Dr. Jennifer Schriever, family medicine physician specializing in obesity medicine, Sanford Weight Management Center, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. 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

This episode is all about colorectal cancer and what you need to know, especially as millennials. We'll break down the importance of education, prevention, risks or symptoms you shouldn't ignore, and why screening today isn't as scary or complicated as people might think. Our guest is Dr. Kent Peterson, a specialist in colorectal surgery at Sanford Broadway Clinic in Fargo, North Dakota. Our host is Courtney Collen with Sanford Health News.Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

Protein is everywhere — snacks, coffee, bars, shakes — but how much do you really need? In this episode, Sanford Health obesity‑medicine specialist Dr. Jennifer Schriever explains daily protein recommendations, essential amino acids, muscle health, and the right way to choose protein‑rich foods.She shares insights on:  • How much protein per meal (and why 30g matters)  • Whether protein bars and shakes are useful  • How aging affects protein needs  • Whole‑food vs. processed protein benefits  • Signs your protein choices may not be serving you#protein #nutrition #sanfordhealth Read the full story: https://news.sanfordhealth.org/podcast/the-great-protein-push-is-more-better/Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

In this episode, we are addressing some of the most common myths around the HPV vaccine.Dr. Ashley Sands is a specialist in pediatric infectious disease treating infants, children and young adults at Sanford Children’s Specialty Clinic. And Dr. Rebecca Cooper cares for people of all ages as a specialist in family medicine at the Sanford Health Family Medicine Clinic in west Sioux Falls. Dr. Sands, Dr. Cooper, welcome. Thanks so much for being a part of this conversLearn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

The conversation today is about navigating aging services and how to shop for senior care with tips from the inside. Our guest is Alena Goergen, director of nursing at Good Samaritan Society - Miller Pointe in Mandan, North Dakota. Our host is Matt Holsen with Sanford Health News. Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

The conversation today is all about functional fitness—what it is and why it's beneficial as we age. Our guest is Charlotte Stier, a physical therapist with Good Samaritan Society - Sioux Falls Village. 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

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The conversation today is about varicose veins, signs, symptoms, and treatment options. Our guest is Dr. Nayan Desai, interventional cardiologist with Sanford Heart, Bismarck, North Dakota. Our host is Amanda Potter with Sanford Health. Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

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The conversation today is a discussion about addiction and alcohol recovery. Our guests are Cat Sonneman and Sam O'Hern, a licensed addiction counselor at Sanford Health Park Rapids Behavioral Health in Park Rapids, Minnesota. 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

This is the “Health and Wellness” podcast brought to you by Sanford Health. The conversation today is about arthritis and joint pain. Our guest is Dr. Drew Glogoza with Sanford Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in Fargo, North Dakota. 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

This is the “Health and Wellness” podcast. I'm Alan Helgeson, and we're talking about the sandwich generation and their challenges of caring for older parents and young children.Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

The conversation today is about movement and the basics of how to get moving for your health. Our guest is Anthony Morando with Sanford Sports Performance. 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

Various studies suggest that nearly half of Americans say that they want to lose weight. If you simply scroll any social media feed, there's countless people toting different diets as the best way to shed a few pounds or simply achieve your best health. Diets like keto, plant-based, carnivore, Mediterranean, intermittent fasting – and You probably know someone who is on one of those diets right now. It can be hard to find a diet that fits you best and sets you up for success. So, to talk through all of the trendy diets you see online and weigh the pros and cons is Natasha Hansen. She's the senior sports dietitian at Sanford Sports. Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

The conversation today is about heart health and the question, what does a heart attack feel like? Our guest is Dr. Nayan Desai, interventional cardiologist with Sanford Heart Bismarck. 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

Mental health challenges are on the rise. Statistics show one in five U.S. adults experience mental illness each year, and one in six U.S. youths between six and 17 years old experience a mental health disorder each year. This according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness.If you or a loved one are experiencing these concerns, you may wonder when it's time to seek care or what kind of mental health provider best fits your needs. Here to offer guidance and support is Kayla Nalan-Sheffield and Kate Andal. Both are psychologists at Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

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

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.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

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.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

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.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

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.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

 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.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

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.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

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.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

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.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

Don’t fall for internet trends to work through pain, sports medicine experts say.Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

Our topic today is disordered eating versus eating disorders. Our guest is Dr. Dorian Dodd, a clinical psychologist with Sanford Eating Disorders and Weight Management Center in Fargo. Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

 Our conversation today is about weight management options, including discussion on recent medications for weight loss. Our guest today is Dr. Jennifer Schriever with the Sanford Weight Management Center. 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

Our conversation today is about the TikTok and internet nutrition and wellness trends. Are they facts or are they fiction? Our guest today is Dr. Jennifer Schriever with Sanford Weight Management Center. Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

Our conversation today is about mindfulness, how to practice, and the importance of self-care. Our guests today are Kayla Salathe and Amber Mutalipassi.Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

 Our conversation today is about joint pain. Helping answer questions that we may have all had at some point is Dr. Cody Sessions, who's an orthopedic surgeon with Sanford Orthopedics and Sports Medicine. Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

In this episode, we are talking all about concussions. Dr. Josefine Combs is a Sanford Health neuropsychologist and expert in concussion care. She specializes in the assessment, the management and treatment of concussions and people of all ages, and athletes at any level of sports participation. Dr. Combs also treats non-athletes who suffer a head injury from work, a home or vehicle accident. Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

In this episode, we're talking about the fertility journey for same-sex couples. And to do that, we have board certified reproductive endocrinologist, Dr. Keith Hansen at the Sanford Fertility and Reproductive Medicine Clinic in Sioux falls, South Dakota Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

Sanford Health interventional cardiologist, Dr. Tom Stys discusses COVID-19 and the long-term effects on the heart.Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

Colorectal screenings are an important measure in decreasing the risk of developing colon cancer and are now recommended at age 45.Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

Podcast on heart health and benefits of heart and vascular screenings with Sanford Health cardiologist, Dr. Ahmed AbuzaanonaLearn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

Regenerative medicine and orthobiologics uses our own bodies in treating orthopedic injury pain while promoting healingLearn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

 Dr. Tello-Skjerseth, a radiologist with Sanford Health,  discusses important information you need to know about your first mammogram.Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

In this episode, the topic is COVID and pregnancy. The expert to help answer our questions is Dr. Jessica Sedevie, a physician and obstetrician gynecologist at Sanford Health in Bismarck, North Dakota. Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

Amid another COVID-19 surge, Dr. Avish Nagpal urges vaccinationsLearn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

Today we are talking all about exercise, but not just any exercise. Depending on who you ask, it’s either the best, or the worst, form of exercise. Of course, we’re talking about running.We have a ton of topics to cover from the overall health benefits of running, getting started in your running and health wellness journey, to even training for some races and the involvement Sanford Health has.Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

This series begins new conversations and continues the important ones, all designed to keep you well, physically and mentally featuring our Sanford health experts on the podcast. Today is Ashlea McMartin, MS, LPCC, who is a clinical manager of community-based mental health services in Bemidji, Minnesota.Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

This series begins new conversations and continues the important ones, all designed to keep you well, physically and mentally featuring our Sanford Health experts. Joining me now is Stephen Wonderlich, MD. He is the vice president of research at Sanford Health in Fargo, North Dakota.Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts, Sanford providers say you're not alone.Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

This episode continues the conversation about the Integrated Health Therapist program at Sanford Health. After my last episode chatting with clinical psychologist, Dr. Jeff Leichter who leads the program, I learned there are nearly 50 therapists and bedded into more than 60 primary care clinics across the Sanford Health network. One of those therapists is Chelsea Christiansen, LICSW. She’s at the Sanford South Clinic in Bismarck, North Dakota.Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn

This series begins new conversations and continues the important ones, all designed to keep you well physically and mentally featuring our Sanford Health experts. Today, we are talking with Jeff Leichter, PhD, a clinical psychologist and the lead administrator for behavioral health integration for Sanford Health. Learn more about Sanford Health at: http://www.news.sanfordhealth.orgConnect with us on social:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn