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Talking cancer prevention with U of M

Professor Timothy Church answers questions on lifestyle changes people can make to reduce their risk of getting cancer.

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Talking critically-needed blood donations with the U of M

U of M Medical School Professor Claudia Cohn explains why donating blood today is needed now more than ever and how choosing to give could equip those donors with new information about their exposure to COVID-19.

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Talking cervical cancer awareness with U of M

Deanna Teoh answers questions on the symptoms, treatment and screening for cervical cancer.

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Talking healthy holiday food habits with U of M

Joanne Slavin answers questions about how to make wise food choices for good, overall health and to avoid gaining those extra holiday pounds.

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Talking COVID-19 vaccination attitudes with the U of M

Ana Núñez with the Medical School talks about why these attitudes exist and how they could limit access to certain communities, particularly people of color.

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Talking holiday loneliness and how to cope with U of M

Sabine Schmid with the U of M Medical School explains how people can recognize and prepare for social isolation and loneliness during the holidays due to the pandemic or other social factors.

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Talking local retail with U of M

The holiday shopping season is a critical time for American small businesses. According to the National Retail Federation, the holidays generate about 20% of some businesses’ annual sales.

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Talking holiday travel with U of M

U of M Medical School Professor Jill Foster explains how to stay safe when traveling for the holidays this year.

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Talking the holidays during a pandemic with U of M

Mary Jo Kreitzer talks about how people can cope, create new traditions and more for holidays during the COVID-19 pandemic.

U of M assistant professor Richelle Moen and a friends at dinner.

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Talking post-election conversations with family and friends with U of M

U of M Assistant Professor Richelle Moen talks how families and other social groups can navigate political conversations post-election.

Tiffany Wolf (left), Deer in woods (right)

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Talking Chronic Wasting Disease with U of M

Tiffany Wolf with the College of Veterinary Medicine answers common questions about CWD.

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Talking social-emotional learning for children with U of M

Prof. Clay Cook explains why social-emotional learning is a vital part of a child’s development and how caregivers can support their children.

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Talking family caregivers with U of M

Joseph Gaugler answers questions about what family caregivers are, what they do and common challenges they face.

Woman running in the snow across a bridge

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Talking winter wellness during the pandemic with U of M

Prof. Beth Lewis offers advice on how to keep moving, get outside in the cooler weather, and how to make the most of the space you have.

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Talking Halloween safety with U of M

Medical School Ass. Professor Beth Thielen talks how parents and community members can stay safe while celebrating Halloween during a pandemic.

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Talking breast cancer awareness with U of M

Dr. Douglas Yee answers questions on the symptoms, treatment and screening for breast cancer.

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Talking flu vaccine with U of M

Ann Philbrick with the College of Pharmacy talks about the flu vaccine and the health benefits of getting routine immunizations.

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Talking fall prevention in older adults through physical activity with U of M

School of Nursing Professor Siobhan McMahon talks explains how physical activity in older adults can help prevent falls and related injuries.

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Talking mental health with U of M

CEHD Associate Professor Tai Mendenhall explains how the pandemic can affect a person's mental health.

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Talking ovarian cancer awareness with U of M

Britt Erickson answers questions on the symptoms, treatment and screening for ovarian cancer.