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	New shows begin September 4, 2010!

Saturday, August 28 8:30 am Originally aired on April 10, 2010	A Partnership for Preventing Falls Lynn Stier Director of Rice Rehab Rice Memorial Hospital Connie Feig, BSN Program Director of Atwater Area Living at Home Block Nurse Program

Saturday, September 4 8:30 am New show!	All About Cholesterol Kellie Prentice, RNC, CDE Clinical Program Coodinator Cardiac Rehab Rice Memorial Hospital What is cholesterol and what is its purpose? What should your cholesterol numbers be? Learn how to raise the good choleserol, lower the bad, and improve your overall heart health by knowing your cholester numbers.

Saturday, September 11 8:30 am New show!	Managing an Abnormal Heartbeat Yassir Sonbol, MD Cardiologist Central Minnesota Heart Center Learn all about irregular heartbeats, including atrial fibrillation and the most common types of arrhythmia and how to care for them.

Saturday, September 18 8:30 am New show!	Oh, Baby! Newborn Wellness Care Jan Maxfield, RN Assistant Director Women and Children's Care Rice Memorial Hospital Babies 101 - what every new parent should know about their newborn; lactation counseling; what to expect when you get home from the hospital, and more.

Saturday, September 25 8:30 am New show!	Suicide Awareness & Intervention Mary Kjolsing Director Rice Institute for Counseling & Education Rice Memorial Hospital Learn the warning signs for suicide. If you or someone you know is feeling desperate, alone or hopeless, find out where you can go to seek help.

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	Past Shows & Topics	Shows are generally available by webcast for two months following the air date.
	July and August shows were previously aired shows, which if still available, are linked below.
	June 26, 2010 This show is available by >>webcast	Helping kids reach their potential Guests: Kristen Thaden, Speech Therapist, Rice Rehab Center, and Sarah Tanner, Occupational Therapist, Rice Rehab Center, talked about speech, physical, and occupational therapies available to help kids who have difficulty making childhood milestone markers reach their full personal potential.
	June 19, 2010 This show is available by >>webcast	Summer's Hot Book topics Guest: Medical Librarian Wendy Larson, Rice Memorial Hospital, talked about the latest good reads on everything from what to eat to coping with grief.
	June 12, 2010 This show is available by >>webcast	Nutrition Facts - how to read food labels Guest: Jacinta Krych, RD, LD, Clinical Dietitian at Rice Hospital, talked about nutrition facts and what they mean on food labels.
	June 6, 2010 This show is available by >>webcast	Prostate and Bladder Health Guest: Dr. Kevin Unger, Urologists at ACMC, Willmar, talked about different diseases and conditions that can affect the health of the prostate and bladder.
	May 29, 2010 This show is available by >>webcast	A Day in the Life of a Nurse Guest: Jeannine Dahl, RN, Intensive Care Unit at Rice Hospital, talked about the roles and responsibilities of nurses today and how they provide patient care in a variety of hospital settings.
	May 22, 2010 This show is available by >>webcast	Everything you've always wanted to ask your family physician Guest: Dr. Richard Wehseler, ACMC at New London - Spicer, answered questions from listeners.
	May 15, 2010 This show is available by >>webcast	Health Care Directives Guests: Dawn Fransen, LSW, Admissions Coordinator at Rice Care Center, and Lori Wilson, LSW, Medical Social Worker at Rice Hospital, talked about health care directives - what is one, who needs one, and how to get one.
	May 8, 2010 This show is available by >>webcast	Preparing for Emergencies Guest: Brad Hanson, Operations Manager, Willmar Ambulance at Rice Hosital, discussed the roles of first responders and how they work together to prepare for emergencies in our community.
	May 1, 2010 This show is available by >>webcast	Children and Obesity Guest: Dr. Michael Bateman, Pediatrician at ACMC, talked about the factors that contribute to overweight children and how parents and society can help slow the trend.
	April 24, 2010 This show is available by >>webcast	Is grief a normal part of life? Guest: Brenda Wiese, Coordinator of The Grief Center at Rice talked about grief and loss as well as how to recognize and cope with issues involved in the process of grieving and healing.
	April 17, 2010 This show is available by >>webcast	Volunteers - everyone wins! Guests: LuAnn Sietsema, Volunteer Coordinator at Rice, and Rice Volunteer Olive Beck, talked about the benefits of volunteering - for the community and for the volunteer.
	April 10, 2010 This show is available by >>webcast	A Partnership for Preventing Falls Guests: Lynn Stier, Director of Rice Rehab Center, and Connie Feig, BSN, Program Director of Atwater Area Living at Home Block Nurse Program, talked about the Kandiyohi County Falls Prevention Collaborative and how agencies are working together to help prevent falls in our community.
	April 3, 2010 This show is available by >>webcast	Nephrology and Treatments for Kidney Disease Guest: Dr. Eric Haugen, Nephrologist at Affiliated Community Medical Centers discussed nephrology, kidney disease, renal failure and treatment options.
	March 27, 2010 This show is available by >>webcast	What to eat when you have diabetes Guest: Jan Forkrud, RD, CDE, Nutrition Educator at Family Practice Medical Center discussed how to plan meals, choose foods, and eat well-balanced meals in order to best manage diabetes.
	March 20, 2010 This show is available by >>webcast	How Pulmonary Rehab helps Guests: Keri Ohren, RT, and Jennifer Bjork, RT, discussed how a special rehab program can help people with breathing conditions function at their best possible level of physical health.
	March 13, 2010 This show is available by >>webcast	Are you at risk for chronic kidney disease? Guests: Betty Rustad, RN, Rice Dialysis Care, and retired Registered Nuse Bev Schaefer, discussed the risk factors for chronic kidney disease, as well as how people with risk factors could receive a free kidney disease screening through the National Kidney Foundation in Willmar on April 8, 2010.
	March 6, 2010 This show is available by >>webcast	How does a Level 3 Trauma designation impact healthcare in our community? Guest: Mark Matthias, MD, discussed how achieving this designation impacts healthcare in our region.
	February 27, 2010 This show is available by >>webcast	Medicines, Supplements and Heart Disease Guest: Yassir Sonbol, MD, discussed how some medicines and supplements can reduce your risk for getting heart disease.
	February 20, 2010 This show is available by >>webcast	The Stress Factor Guest: Angela Zwart, MSW, LGSW, Clinical Social Worker, Rice Cardiac Rehab, talked about how to reduce and manage stress to lower your risk of developing heart disease.
	February 13, 2010 This show is available by >>webcast	Exercise Strategies for Success Guest: Randy Kobienia, EP,CES, RCEP, Exercise Physiologist, Rice Cardiac Rehab, gave us tips for starting an exercising program or mixing up an existing program.
	February 6, 2010 This show is available by >>webcast	The Skinny on Fats Guest: Jacinta Krych, RD, LD, Clinical Dietitian, Rice Cardiac Rehab, talked about the good, the bad, and the ugly fats in our diets - the fats that are good for us, which ones we should eat less of, and which ones we shouldn't eat at all.
	January 30, 2010 This show is available by >>webcast	How to improve your heart health Guest: Roxie Covert, RNC, Rice Cardiac Rehab, talked about risk factors for developing heart disease and how to keep your heart strong.
	January 23, 2010 This show is available by >>webcast	Blood Donor Month - Make Lifesaving a Habit Guests: Dr. Sharon Banister, Rice Laboratory Medical Director, Minnesota Pathologists Chartered, and, Joel Halbritter, MS MT(ASCP), Blood Bank Section Head, Rice Laboratory, discussed how blood donations can and do save lives in our community.
	January 16, 2010 This show is available by >>webcast	Navigating a cancer diagnosis Guest: Mari Damhof, RN, Oncology Nurse Navigator with Willmar Regional Cancer Center, discussed resources available to cancer patients and their families.
	January 9, 2010 This show is available by >>webcast	How to maximize your medication dollars Guest: Carnie Allex, PharmD, Director of Rice Memorial Hospital Pharmacy, discussed tips for getting the most from your medication dollars.
	January 2, 2010 This show is available by >>webcast	How to keep your New Year's resolution Guests: Dr. Cindy Barsness, Clinical Psychologist with R.I.C.E. Institute Outpatient, and, Scooter, Clinical Social Worker with R.I.C.E. Institute Inpatient, discussed tips for success in making and keeping your New Year's resolutions.
	December 26, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	Safe Winter Breaks Guest: Officer Marilee Dorn, Crime Prevention Coordinator with the Willmar Police Department, discussed how to protect your family during the winter breaks at home and while traveling..
	December 19, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	The Power of Pets Guest: Evy Hatjistilianos, Volunteer Coordinator, Rice Hospice, discussed how pets can help Hospice patients and their families during difficult times.
	December 12, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	The Holiday Blues Guest: Alan Johnson, LICSW, LMFT, Therapist, Rice Institute Outpatient, discussed why people get the blues and what to do about them.
	December 5, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	Sports Medicine Guest: Dr. Eric Nelson, Orthopedic Surgeon, Heartland Orthopedic Specialists, talked about sports medicine in general, plus winter sports injuries and considerations.
	November 28, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	Healing Music Guest: Donna Jo Kopitzke, Music Therapy Coordinator with Rice Hospice. Donna Jo talked about how music can help Hospice patients and all of us during difficult and happy times. She also played a few favorite songs.
	November 21, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	Food for the Holidays Guest: Nancy Alsaker, Registered Dietitian with Rice Cardiac Rehab. Nancy shared great tips for eating healthy during the holidays, while still enjoying family favorites.
	November 14, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	Meet Willmar's New Cardiologist Guest: Dr. Yassir Sonbol with CentraCare Health System. Dr. Sonbol began seeing patients at his Willmar practice on October 26. Learn about cardiology, heart disease and the latest in interventions and treatments.
	November 7, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	Palliative Care vs Hospice Care Guest: Dr. James Tiede, Associate Medical Director of Rice Hospice, talked about the differences between palliative and hospice care and how they can help you or a loved one cope with chronic pain or illness.
	October 31, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	Technology and Health Information Guest: Kathy Dillon, Director of Information Systems, discussed the security of your health information, as well as the latest directives in healthcare tecnology information systems to provide better patient care.
	October 24, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	Everything you've always wanted to know about Medicare, health insurance and more Guest: JoAnn Jagt, Coordinator of the Health Insurance Counseling Program (HICP), which is a free program funded by the Rice Hospital Auxiliary. She talked about Medicare parts B and D, medical assistance, health insurance coverage, and more.
	October 17, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	There's something special about a library Guest: Wendy Larson, Medical Librarian at Rice Hospital, discussed free health-related resources available to patients, families and the community. She also told how to determine if a web resource is a good one and which magazines to trust, plus the latest books you can check out to lose weight, learn about Alzheimer's, and more.
	October 10, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	Improving the health and well-being of our community Guests: Jean Raatz, Rice Health Foundation, and Brenda Wiese, Rice Grief Center. Jean discussed the many projects funded by the Foundation to advance technology and education in healthcare. Proceeds from this year's Foundation Holiday Festival will benefit the Grief Center, and Brenda discussed the services they provide for the community.
	October 3, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	Self-care for Back Pain Guests: Rice Rehab Center Physical Therapists Nikki Hjelden and Krista Laumer. They discussed how to take good care of your back, as well as information on getting ready for total joint replacement.
	September 26, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	Total Joint Replacement Guest: Dr. Eric Nelson, Orthopedic Surgeon with Heartland Orthopedics. Dr. Nelson discussed total joint replacement for knees, hips and other joints.
	September 19, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	Those nasty bugs - how to make it through flu season Guest: Barb Piasecki, RN, CIC. Barb presented the latest information on infections, immunizations, and more.
	September 12, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	Gillette Mobile Outreach Services Guest: Ross Huebner, Certified Orthotist, Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare. They bring assistive technology and specialty medical services to Minnesota communities through their Mobile Outreach Clinics.They see children, teens, and adults at the Lakeland Health Center in Willmar to help people perform everyday tasks and maximize their independence.
	September 5, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	Happy Labor Day - Health topics in the workplace Guest: Mary Nesset, Occupational Therapist, talked about helping employers and employees set up workplace spaces to solve pain and ergonomic issues, as well as evaluate work sites and make job placement assessments to prevent injuries and maintain a healthy environment for workers.
	August 29, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	How to keep your bladder from taking over your life, and, How to directly access rehab services Guests: Anne Hultgren and Nikki Hjelden, Physical Therapists at Rice Rehabilitation Center, talked about how to cope with incontinence and bladder urgency issues, as well as how to directly access Rehab Services.
	August 22, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	CT, x-ray and more - a look into the field of Radiology Guest: Dana Woelfel, Program Director with the Rice Hospital School of Radiologic Technology.
	August 15, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	ImPACT: The Best Approach to Concussion Management Guests: Sarah Tanner, Occupational Therapist at Rice Rehabilitation Center, and, Chris Heminover, Athletic Trainer with Affiliated Community Medical Center. Sarah and Chris discussed a concussion management program that helps determine when it may be okay for student athletes to return to play following a concussion.
	August 8, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	Is Cardiac Rehab right for you? Guests: Kellie Prentice, RN, Program Coordinator at Rice Cardiac Rehab, and Carol Hauge, RN, Nursing Staff at Rice Cardiac Rehab. What is Cardiac Rehab, who can benefit, and how it can improve their life and longevity.
	August 1, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	Cardiac Stress Test Basics Guest: Dr. Dennis Peterson, Physician with Family Practice Medical Center, talked about stress tests - one of the tools used by physicians to determine the cause of chest pain.
	July 25, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	Spirituality & Healing Guest: Reverend Beverly Crute, PhD, Chaplain at Rice Memorial Hospital. Rev. Crute also leads the Stroke Support Group and the Cancer Support Group.
	July 18, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	30 minutes with a 3rd year med student Guest: Jacob Ziegler, MS3, is working with Dr. Drew Hoffman at Family Practice Medical Center for four weeks, as part of a new program at the University of Minnesota that provides medical students with experiences in rural areas.
	July 11, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	John O'Neill shares his heart recovery story Guest: John O'Neill, a full-time farmer in Olivia, who also competes as a tri-athlete
	July 4, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	How to stay out of the ER and have a safe 4th of July Guest: June Boie, RN, Assistant Director and Clinical Lead of Critical Care in the Emergency Services Department at Rice
	June 27, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	Caring for Chronic Wounds, Ostomy Conditions, and Continence Concerns Guests: Cathy Moe, RN, and Suzanne Keuseman, RN, Registered Nurses in the Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nursing Department at Rice
	June 20, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	Managing Asthma Guest: Dr. Amy Ellingson, Physician with Allergy & Asthma Specialty Clinic
	June 13, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	Skin Concerns and Skin Care Solutions Guest: Dr. Cindy Firkins Smith, Physician of Dermatology at Affiliated Community Medical Center
	June 6, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	"What is a sleep study?" Guest: Lenore Tatge, Registered Polysomnography Technician with the Rice Hospital Sleep Center
	May 30, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	"What is depression and how do you treat it?" Guest: Dr. Mary Vomacka, Psychiatrist at Rice Institute Outpatient at Rice Hospital.
	May 23, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	"Preparing for Surgery" Guests: Carla Fostervold, RN, Admission Coordinator at Rice Hospital, and, Nita Tieszen, RN, Admission Coordinator at Rice Hospital.
	May 16, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	"Emergency Medical Services - 24/7 Care" Guests: June Boie, RN, Assistant Director/Clinical Lead of Critical Care Services at Rice Hospital, and, Scott Abrams, MD, Emergency Services Department Physician at Rice Hospital.
	May 9, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	"How to start an exercise program" Guest: Randy Kobienia, Exercise Physiologist at Rice Cardiovascular Health and Rehabilitation Center.
Back to top	May 2, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	"How to cope with layoffs, downsizing and an uncertain economy" Guest: Alan Johnson, Therapist at Rice Institute Outpatient.
	Apr. 25, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	"Cervical Cancer Screening and HPV Testing" Guests: Cory Christensen, Cyto Technologist at Rice Hospital Laboratory, and Dr. Lee Cafferty, Pathologist with Minnesota Pathologists Chartered.
	Apr. 18, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	"Hot careers in healthcare and how to prepare for a healthcare career" Guest: Wendy Foley, Health Careers Specialist at Southern Minnesota Area Health Education Center
	Apr. 11, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	"All about your hospital bill, including what to do if you need help paying the balance" Guests: Stephanie Brown, Business Office Manager, Jody, Insurance Clerk, and Lacey, Financial Counselor, all at Rice Hospital.
Back to top	Apr. 4, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	"Parkinson's Disease and Multiple Sclerosis symptoms and treatments" Guests: Dr. Merlin Nelson, Neurologist at Affiliated Community Medical Center, and Karyn Loos, Occupational Therapist at Rice Rehabilitation Center.
	Mar. 28, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	"Hospice care and the ways it can help patients and their families" Guests: Mary Beth Potter, RN, Director of Rice Hospice, and Sandy Hanson, RN, Willmar Satellite Coordinator at Rice Hospice.
	Mar. 21, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	"Men's Health and general health topics" Guest: Dr. Andrew Hoffmann, Physician at Family Practice Medical Center.
	Mar. 14, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	"Chronic kidney disease and dialysis" Guests: Deb Buffington, RN, Dialysis Operations Coordinator at Rice Hospital, and Betty Rustad, RN, Nursing Staff at Rice Hospital Dialysis Center.
	Mar. 7, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	"What is a registered dietitian and how to eat right in 2009" Guests: Liz Burnside, Director of Food & Nutrition Services at Rice Hospital, and Nancy Alsaker, RD, Registered Dietitian at Rice Hospital.
	Feb. 28, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	"How to recognize and cope with the challenges of low vision" Guests: Sarah Tanner, Occupational Therapist at Rice Rehabilitation Center, and Dr. Thomas Lenz, Family Eye Center.
Back to top	Feb. 21, 2009 This show is available by >>webcast	"Women's Health and general health topics" Guest: Dr. Mary Amon, Family Practice Medical Center.
	Feb. 14, 2009	"What the heart does and different ways to make your heart happy" Guests: Jeanne Boller, RN, Nursing Staff at Rice Cardiovascular and Rehabilitation Servicesm, and Markeen Strauss, MS, RD, LD, Dietitian at Rice Cardiovascular and Rehabilitation Services.
	Feb. 7, 2009	"9-1-1 How to recogize heart emergencies and what to do about them" Guest: Brad Hanson, Ambulance Operations Manager at Willmar Ambulance.
	Jan. 31, 2009	"How to prevent falls in the home and action plansto prevent falls in the hospital" Guests: Jessica Vagle, CNS, Clinical Lead and Assistant Director for Adult Inpatient Services at Rice Hospital, and Krista Laumer, Physical Therapist at Rice Rehabilitation Center.
	Jan. 24, 2009	"How physical, speech, and occupational therapies benefit your health and well-being." Guests: Mary Nesset, Occupational Therapist, Nikki Hjelden, Physical Therapist, and Kristen Thaden, Speech Therapist.
	Jan. 17, 2009	"Keeping you safe during surgery" Guests: Deb Doyle, RN, MSN, Director Peri-operative Services and Ambulatory Care at Rice Hospital, and Kevin Unger, MD, Urologist at Affiliated Community Medical Center and Chief of Surgery at Rice Hospital.