health matters

For those battling shortness of breath, understanding what's happening in your lungs can be a game-changer. Let's break it down together.

Imagine forgetting the way to your favorite café—sounds small, but it can signal something much bigger. Let's talk about dementia and how it creeps in.

As screens become a staple in classrooms, the challenge of managing kids' screen time grows. Hear what a pediatrician has to say about this balancing act.

With the cold months approaching, a familiar foe is back: respiratory illnesses. What are the symptoms to look out for this winter?

As the school bells get ready to ring, so do the nerves for many students. Let’s talk about what’s behind that back-to-school anxiety.

Ever wonder why you crave those salty snacks? Well, there's a science behind it that might surprise you.

Imagine a headache so intense, it stops you in your tracks. That’s the reality for many dealing with migraines, and it’s not just a bad headache.

March is colon cancer awareness month. To learn more about colon cancer I was joined by Dr. Daniel Kraft from CentraCare on WJON's Health Matters program. Dr. Kraft is a Gastroenterologist who's been with CentraCare for 18 years.

Measles has made a resurgence in some locations in the United States. Dr. David Smith from Sartell Pediatrics joined me on WJON. He is concerned that measles could impact unvaccinated Central Minnesota residents in the near future.

Becoming a new parent is an exciting and stressful time. I was joined by Pediatrician Dr. David Smith from Sartell Pediatrics on WJON's Health Matters program to talk about common infant health issues.