Learn about what's new in health care and get help navigating the
health care system by listening to Your Health, a new audio and
podcast series from Aurora Health Care
offering you a brief look at key health issues with a
focus on how you and your loved ones can stay healthy.
Your Health, Edition 24 (15:15)
Transcript
We’ll explore the vitamin D phenomenon, and what it means for
you. We’ll look at whether bottled water is any better for you than tap
water. And we’ll talk about what to do if you don’t have insurance, or
don’t have enough insurance.
Your Health, Edition 23 (15:52)
Transcript
We’ll look at the devastating problem of adolescent drug and alcohol
abuse. We’ll give you some tips to help you stick with that New Year’s
resolution to exercise more. And we’ll dig into some myths about
sneezing.
Your Health, Edition 22 (12:53)
Transcript
We’ll talk about the best ways to reduce holiday stress. We’ll answer
that age old question of when’s the best time to get pregnant. And
beware of food at the holidays.
Your Health, Edition 21 (13:08)
Transcript
We’ll go to the mailbag and answer some listener’s questions about
health care costs. We’ll find out if it’s true that being exposed to
this cold and wet weather can make you sick. And we’ll talk about colds,
and what you can do about them.
Your Health, Edition 20 (10:26)
Transcript
Learn more about computer assisted knee replacement surgery. We’ll
talk about whether it’s really true that you should never wake a
sleepwalker. We’ll also learn about fainting, and why it can be a sign
of something a lot more serious.
Your Health, Edition 19 (11:12)
Transcript
We’ll learn about a new treatment for prostate cancer patients. With
fall approaching, we’ll find out if there’s real science behind the
theory that changes in the weather can make your joints ache. And we’ll
look at cold sores and what you can do about them.
Your Health, Edition 18 (15:58)
Transcript
We’ll talk about plastic surgery and why you don’t need to be a
Hollywood starlet to seriously consider it. We’ll also explore whether
firstborn children are smarter than their siblings, and we’ll get gross
for a while and talk about how to handle diarrhea in your children.
Your Health, Edition 17 (14:32)
Transcript
Learn about allergies and what you can do about them. We’ll examine
the theory that depression and suicides go up during the holidays, and
you’ll find out what you need to know about dealing with every parent’s
nightmare – head lice.
Your Health, Edition 16 (10:07)
Transcript
Learn about the benefits of digital mammography, find out whether
hair dye can cause cancer, and get the lowdown on what to do if you get
an eye injury this summer.
Your Health, Edition 15 (11:33)
Transcript
Learn about a new minimally invasive approach for prostate surgery,
examine another interesting health myth – this one regarding microwaves
– and find out what to do about coughs.
Your Health, Edition 14 (10:50)
Transcript
We talk about the many advantages of computer assisted robotic knee
replacement surgery. We dig into the science to see if it’s really true
that eating carrots can help your eyesight. And we talk about what you
should know – and what you can do about – sunburn.
Your Health, Edition 13 (12:24)
Transcript
Learn about a new minimally invasive technique for hysterectomies,
find out if drinking soft drinks as a child increases your chance of
osteoporosis, and learn what to look out for when the bugs are biting.
Your Health, Edition 12 (9:52)
Transcript
We answer listener's questions on changing doctors, billing and more.
You'll learn whether cracking your knuckles can give you arthritis, and
get the details on how to handle fevers, especially in kids.
Your Health, Edition 11 (8:44)
Transcript
Learn about Aurora QuickCare, a new and faster way to get help for
common ailments. Also, how to better work with your pharmacist to make
it easier to get refills and renewals, and get the latest on preventive
health guidelines.
Your Health, Edition 10 (13:40)
Transcript
What's an Employee Assistance Program and how can it help you? How to
find a doctor that meets your needs, and what you should know about
quitting smoking.
Your Health, Edition 9 (9:42)
Transcript
Learn about unique health care for women, and why it's different. Get
tips on how you can report a service problem with Aurora, and learn
about osteoporosis and what you can do about it.
Your Health, Edition 8
(11:24)
Transcript
How can sports medicine help you? Also learn how to get help
understanding your health care bills, and what you can do to make sure
your medications are safe and do you the most good.
Your Health, Edition 7 (9:50)
Transcript
Learn about robotic surgery, how to prepare for and get the most out
of the appointment with your doctor, and what you should know about
diabetes.
Your Health, Edition 6
(12:43)
Transcript
Learn about using health supplements, find out other ways to get
health information and stay current, and what you should know about
colorectal cancer.
Your Health, Edition 5
(14:13)
Transcript
How to sort out all the nutrition and healthy eating advice, learn
what kind of health care facility to go to for what, and find out what
you should know about controlling cholesterol.
Your Health, Edition 4
(10:42)
Transcript
Get information on fertility services and how an infertility clinic
works. Also learn about the importance of 2nd opinions and what women
need to know about mammograms.
Your Health, Edition 3
(17:16)
Transcript
Find out about acupuncture and how can it help you, learn how and
where to learn more about your health or a specific health condition,
and get the latest on dealing with asthma.
Your Health, Edition 2 (12:54)
Transcript
Learn about eating disorders, how to obtain copies of medical
records, and the danger of using antibiotics when they aren't really
needed.
Your Health, Edition 1
(12:33)
Transcript
Updates on new orthopedic procedures, quality in health care, and why
you need an Advance Directive (who will decide on your care if you are
unable to decide for yourself).
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