Expert advice and real-world examples for preventing and overcoming health issues big and small.
Beating breast cancer
SUE FAUTSCH was 60 in the winter of 2015 when a routine mammogram appointment returned an unusual result. She was…
Annual wellness visit vs. physical
With the end of the year only several months away, it’s a good time to schedule your annual wellness visit,…
Pet positive
Nancy Larsen didn’t get her first dog until 2002, the year she retired from teaching in the Robbinsdale School District.…
Prostate of mind
Whether he’s singing Frank Sinatra at a club in Rio de Janeiro or doing handstand pushups at the Ridgedale YMCA,…
Fracture risks beyond falling
Member: As I’ve gotten older, my muscles aren’t quite what they used to be. But what about my bones? I’ve…
Demystifying medical marijuana
Member: I’ve heard a lot about medicinal marijuana being legal in Minnesota. What does that mean and how does a…
Prediabetes? don’t panic!
Member: My mom was recently diagnosed with prediabetes. What exactly does this mean and what can she do about it?…
Be eye health aware
By age 65, most older adults have become well acquainted with reading glasses, as nearsightedness begins to fade in our…
Tackling diabetes
For 32 years as a driver for Metro Mobility, Felton Williams provided transportation for Twin Cities residents with disabilities and…
Complementary care
Rev. John Kaiyalethe is no stranger to traditional health care, from medicinal treatment to major surgery. As the recipient of…
Preparing for prevention
When Donna Walberg’s sister, Peggy, was 53, she passed away from a massive stroke. Peggy had been treated for a…
A step ahead
Claudia Kittock, an energetic 65-year-old Minneapolis resident and Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota professor, generally adheres to all medical recommendations…