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Talking healthcare for LGBTQ older adults with U of M

LGBTQ older adults face a myriad of unique challenges in our health ecosystem. Dr. Rajean Moone discusses what these challenges are and how patients, providers and loved ones can ensure that they are receiving high quality care.

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Talking tax season tips with the U of M

Tammy Naples shares insights to make tax season more manageable.

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Talking long COVID with U of M

Three years since the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic, many are still dealing with ongoing effects from COVID-19 infections. Dr. Farha Ikramuddin discusses long COVID and the research she and others are doing at the University surrounding it.

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Talking potholes with U of M

While winter is almost over in Minnesota, it’s not just spring we’ll be ringing in — pothole season has arrived. Manik Barman with the Swenson College of Science and Engineering on the Duluth campus at the Center for Transportation studies discusses potholes causes, maintenance and driver safety on perilous roads.

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Talking National Ag Day with U of M

Classrooms and communities across the country will recognize National Agriculture Day (Ag Day) on Tuesday, March 21.

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Talking spring break safety with U of M

Dr. James Miner discusses how to stay safe while enjoying spring break trips.

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Talking long-term care in rural Minnesota with U of M

Direct care workers are an essential part of supporting an aging population, particularly as more people favor aging in place over nursing homes and require in-home assistance with daily activities.

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Talking rare diseases with U of M

Dr. Troy Lund provides information on rare diseases and the work the University conducts on them for Rare Disease Day 2023.

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Talking pet dental health with U of M

During National Pet Dental Health Month, Kara Carmody, an associate professor in the College of Veterinary Medicine, discusses tips for taking care of your pet’s dental hygiene to improve their overall wellbeing.

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Talking winter skin health with U of M

Dr. David Pearson shares advice on keeping your skin happy and healthy in the cold weather.

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Talking glaucoma awareness with U of M

Dr. Huda Sheheitli with the U of M Medical School talks about symptoms, treatment and prognosis for those with glaucoma.

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Talking cervical cancer awareness with U of M

Cervical cancer was once a leading cause of cancer death for women in the United States. Today, screening and prevention have greatly reduced the impact of this form of cancer.

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Talking blood donation with U of M

University of Minnesota Medical School expert Claudia Cohn talks about blood donation for National Blood Donor Month.

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Talking healthy pet weight with U of M

Overeating can affect more than just humans — it can affect your pets too. Julie Churchill, DVM, Ph.D., DACVIM-Nutrition, shares her expert comment on how to prevent or treat unhealthy weight gain in pets during the winter season

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Talking how to avoid winter injuries with the U of M

Dr. Mahmood Gharib talks about staying safe in the winter weather.

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Talking holiday mental health with U of M

Mariann Johnson with the Bakken Center for Spirituality and Healing shares her tips for holiday mental health and wellbeing.

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Talking addiction during the holidays with U of M

Dr. Sheila Specker from the U of M Medical School talks about the impact that the holidays can have on people with addictions, and how to provide support for those who do.

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Talking family caregivers with U of M

November is National Family Caregivers Month and Joseph Gaugler, with the University of Minnesota School of Public Health, answers questions about who family caregivers are, what they do and common challenges they face.

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Talking lung cancer awareness with U of M

Dr. Abbie Begnaud is featured for Lung Cancer Awareness Month.

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Talking holiday eating with U of M

Joanne Slavin, Ph.D., RDN, a professor in the Department of Food Science and Nutrition in the University of Minnesota’s College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences, answers questions about how you can make the most of your holiday dining experience both at your own kitchen table and out in your community.