Healthy Matters - with Dr. David Hilden

04/13/25

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S04_E13 - We Need to Talk (About Menopause)

If there was something that had profound effects on more than half the population for decades of their lives, well, that something would certainly be worth talking about!  Menopause is something that we've all heard about before, but very few women experiencing it say they were prepared for it.  So on Episode 13 of the show, we&ap...

03/30/25

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S04_E12 - Bipolar Disorder:  The Ups, Downs, and In-Betweens...

Bipolar disorder affects millions of people worldwide - and actually, a higher percentage of people in developed countries.  It can bring euphoric highs and depressive lows at any time, with no rhyme or reason, and understandably, can have a real impact on those living with the condition, as well as their loved ones...

03/16/25

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S04_E11 - Why Are Kids Always Sick?! Let's Talk About It.

If you have (or know) a kid, you've probably wondered: "How can such a tiny human catch so many illnesses?" And, "How is it humanly possible to create such an endless supply of snot?!"  Let's face it, kids are mini germ factories. From coughs to colds to ear infections, kids seem to pick...

03/02/25

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S04_E10 - Controlled Chaos: A Day in the Life of an Emergency Nurse

There are a lot of important people in healthcare, but the medical system itself simply would not exist without one essential piece of the puzzle: NURSES.  It might be impossible to give them enough credit for the many important jobs they do - from the Emergency Department to the clinics.  They literally see it ...

02/16/25

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S04_E09 - Hypertension: Avoiding the Silent Killer

High Blood Pressure, or hypertension, is often called The Silent Killer because it can wreak havoc on our bodies, oftentimes without us even knowing.  It's estimated that 85 million people in the U.S. alone have high blood pressure, which is an alarming stat, especially given that it can be a major contributor to ...

02/02/25

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S04_E08 - The MS Journey: From Symptoms to Solutions

Did you know that 1,000,000 people in the U.S. alone are living with Multiple Sclerosis?  We've all likely heard of MS before, and many of us may even know someone with the condition, but there are always a lot of questions when it comes to these types of diseases.  Like, what's actually happening in the bo...

01/19/25

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S04_E07 - Let's Learn About Lupus!

Did you know that in 2024, over 200,000 people in the U.S. alone had Lupus?  It's a condition that many of us have likely heard of, but it's one that often presents with a lot of questions - like where does it come from?  Who is most likely to get Lupus?  Is it a life-long condition?  And what help is available for thos...

01/05/24

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S04_E06 - How to Live to be 100 (or Die Trying...)

When it comes to our longevity, there's certainly no shortage of advice out there. We'll often get an earful about the superfood du jour, fad diets, or trendy exercise routines - but what's the word from an actual MD on the subject?  Are there really keys to living a longer, healthier life?  And can I st...

12/22/24

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S04_E05 - A is for Alcohol. A Primer.

Are you doing a "Dry January"?  Do your family gatherings get a little more colorful when the wine starts flowing?  Like it or not, alcohol plays a role in many of our lives, both directly and indirectly.  It lives deep within the fabric of our society (and it has since ancient times!) but there've been quite a few c...

12/08/24

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S04_E04 - Decoding Food Labels

Our diets are a major contributor to our overall health, so of course it's important to know what's in the food we eat.  And what better way would there be to find out what's in our food than to read its label?  But let's face it, oftentimes food labels can be confusing, and sometimes even a little misleading.  So how ...

11/24/24

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S04_E03 - All About Gout!

Gout!  It's kind of a funny word, but ask anyone who's got experience with it, and it is no joke!  It's on the rise in the U.S., and although men are the more likely candidates, women and even some dogs(!) are also susceptible.  But what is it exactly?  Why is it so often found in our big toes?  And, which dogs can actually get ...

11/10/24

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S04_E02 - Dr. Thomas Wyatt and the Hospital's Front Door (Open 24/7/365)

It can be said that the emergency department is the front door between a community and healthcare - that never closes.  Within it, there's an immense team of providers working together to attend to anyone and everyone who comes in through the door - every hour of every day.  Safe to say,...

10/27/24

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S04_E01 - Elder Essentials: Keys to Aging Gracefully and Caring for Older Adults

Though some of us might not like to admit it, it's a fact that right now, we're all getting (at least a little) older.  But aging doesn't have to be scary, and there are certainly better practices to helping our loved ones - and ourselves - age in the best way possible.  But...

10/13/24

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S03_E24 - Insomnia... and How to Fix It.

I’m sure most of all of us would agree that sleep is precious…

But sooner or later we all run into issues falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up too early.  Of course, missing out on quality sleep can have direct consequences on how well we function in our daily lives, but did you know it can have real consequences on your physi...

09/29/24

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S03_E23 - Measles!  They're baaaaaaack...

Measles!  There's been a bit of an outbreak recently across the planet which has raised significant public health concerns in many of our communities - including in Minnesota.  So, we thought it was time to get wise on the topic.  Many of us have gotten our MMR vaccines (and for good reason!), so does that mean we&apo...

09/15/24

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S03_E22 - Caring Beyond Cure - Exploring Hospice Care

A birth is something that is often prepared for and certainly talked about without reservation, but conversations about death and dying can be difficult and something many of us would like to avoid whenever possible.  Although that's understandable, these conversations around end-of-life are likely among the mo...

09/01/24

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S03_E21 - The Dizzying World of POTS

Lightheaded?  Short of breath?  Heart racing for no good reason?  POTS is one of the more mysterious subjects in medicine in recent years, and although it's been around for quite some time, it has really come to the fore since the COVID pandemic.  But what is it exactly?  What causes it?  How is it diagnosed, and more important...

08/18/24

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S03_E20 - From Hurt to Healing:  The Power of Being Trauma-Informed

Today, we're diving into a topic that's crucial but often overlooked: adverse childhood events (ACEs), and trauma-informed care (TIC). According to the CDC, nearly two-thirds of all U.S. adults have experienced one or more ACEs. That’s how common they are, and the effects of these adverse eve...

08/04/24

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S03_E19 - The A-Z on Abdominal Hernias

Hernias!  They're a lot more common than you think, and in fact over 20 million hernias are repaired every year!  All genders and ages - from babies to the elderly - can have a hernia, so it's high time we talked about them on the show.  They won't go away on their own, so it's good to know your options if you ...