Archived House Calls Podcasts
You can search below for previous installments of our House Calls audio program.
2007
Kids Sports Training - January 13, 2007
Best training advice and age to start your child in a training program.
Urgent Care - January 20, 2007
Looks at the difference between an emergency room and urgent care.
Angiography - February 24, 2007
An angiography is one of many ways to test for a healthy heart. Housecalls welcomes Dr. Mark Gordon as he explains how it works and what it could reveal.
HomeTown Connection - March 10, 2007
New health care options allow people to receive medical care close to home.
Women's Health - March 17, 2007
All the special topics that women have questions about in their midlife.
PCOS (Polycistic Ovarian Syndrome) - March 24, 2007
Symptoms and treatment for PCOS.
HPV (Human Papilloma Virus) - April 21, 2007
Conditions that Human Papilloma Virus can cause and a new immunization to prevent cervical cancer.
Melanoma - April 28, 2007
Information about skin cancer.
Child Diabetes - May 4, 2007
Learn what can cause diabetes to develop at a young age and how to watch for warning signs.
Nutritional Shopping - June 2, 2007
Best nutritional options when shopping on the run and time is short.
Stroke Update - June 16, 2007
Explain how immediate care can make a major difference in the outcome of a stroke.
Shoulder Pain - August 18, 2007
The cause of shoulder pain and how to find out what could be causing the problem.
Spinal Stenosis - August 25, 2007
Dr. Gail Benson explains how Spinal Stenosis is discovered and how to treat it.
Transplants - September 1, 2007
Talk about bone marrow transplants and how important blood is to curing cancer. Also learn about pancreatic transplants - all being done right here in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Care 4 Caregivers - September 15, 2007
Beth Dikers has been providing special care for patients for the past 17 years. She wrote a book about learning to caring for herself while in the caregiving role for her husband.
Wireless - September 27, 2007
Wireless technology in health care - a new way to care for people in clinics and hospitals across South Dakota.
Men's Health/Hunting - September 29, 2007
About what the state is doing to promote healthy hunting this fall.
Behavioral Health - October 20, 2007
Care provided to those with mental illness and how it impacts family members. Special guest Kitty Dukakis, author of Shock: The Healing Power of Electroconvulsive Therapy.
2006
EMS - January 7, 2006
The need for quality training in emergency care and how important response time is.
Dental - January 14, 2006
The proper care to keep your mouth healthy.
Blood - January 21, 2006
Explain the need for blood donations in South Dakota.
Wrist/handInjuries- January 28, 2006
Care options of injuries to the wrist, hand and upper shoulder.
Eye Care - February 4, 2006
What you need to do to keep your eyes in great shape. Also, information on cataracts and refractive surgery.
Heart Technology - February 11, 2006
Matters of the heart! Learn about current technology and how to keep you heart in top shape.
Heart Attack - February 18, 2006
Keeping your heart in its best cardiovascular shape.
Heart Nutrition - February 25, 2006
Good nutrition helps keep the heart strong and healthy.
Chest Pain - March 4, 2006
Learn what can cause chest pains and the symptoms you need to watch for.
Renal Disease - March 25, 2006
What is Renal Disease and the impact it has on a person kidney's.
2005
Smoking Cessation - January 1, 2005
A look at the health risks of smoking and learn how to stop.
Health Insurance - January 4, 2005
Explore health insurance options.
Nursing - January 22, 2005
The world of nursing. Discuss the many options and the many changes that have happened over the years.
Pacemakers - February 5, 2005
How each works, new changes and how they are being used.
Men's Health - February 7, 2005
Explain how important regular check-ups are and what health issues impact men.
Aneurysm - February 26, 2005
Mike Round talks about the new health in South Dakota.
ADHD - March 26, 2005
What parents need to know about ADHD.
Migraines - July 9, 2005
Discuss the different types of migraines and the options available to the 32 million Americans who suffer from migraines.
Ears, Nose, Throat - July 23, 2005
Dr Daniel Todd talks about conditions that effect the ears, nose and throat.
Addiction - July 30, 2005
Indenitfy different addictions and the support needed to help them.
The Back - August 20, 2005
The causes of pain and the ways the pain can be stopped.
Child Issues - August 21, 2005
Ailments of children that can hinder learning and how to help children overcome their illness.
School Issues - September 3, 2005
Look at issues that can affect school and learning - childhood obesity, bullys and peer pressure. Examine ways to stay healthy while dealing with those tough social issues.
Psoriasis - September 10, 2005
Options for people to control this life long disease.
Transplants - September 17, 2005
Different kinds of transplants and all the work that goes into them to make sure everything goes right.
Meth - October 1, 2005
Discuss the challenges we are facing to prevent meth use in this state. Plus, the help available for those in need.
Teen Issues - October 8, 2005
Information on teenagers facing challenges with dealing with drugs, alcohol, and sex.
Medicare Part D - October 22, 2005
A comprehensive look at the new Medicare Part D.
Cosmetic Surgery - November 12, 2005
What the options are for cosmetic surgery and what you should be aware of before surgery.
Holiday Eating - November 19, 2005
How to watch your calories during the holidays and positive dining experiences without overdoing it.
Men's Health - November 26, 2005
A reminder for men to get their annual check-up.
Suicide - December 31, 2005
Discuss the signs of suicide and how to help people when they are thinking about suicide.
2004
Health Coaching - January 24, 2004
Personal trainers can help you improve your physical and nutritional health needs.
Parenting - April 10, 2004
It's tough being a parent sometimes, especially the fast-paced lifestyle familys face these days. Here are some ideas on how to handle tough decisions parents have to make every day.
Skin Cancer - April 24, 2004
Dr. Dennis Knutson will talk about the many different forms of skin cancer and how to prevent them.
Fitness - May 1, 2004
Exercise is a very important ingredient to staying healthy. It is also important to exercise properly to avoid injuries. Here are some tips to help you exercise right.
Pain - June 26, 2004
For some people, pain is a part of life, but more is being learned about pain management and how to deal with acute and chronic pain. Experts will explain how to treat your pain.
Celebration - July 31, 2004
Mayor Dave Munson talks about how house calls are a great way for people to learn more about the illnesses or symptoms they have.
Peds Diabetes - October 24, 2004
Learn what its like for your body to be dependent on insulin and why your body can't produce insulin on its own.
Alternate Living - December 18, 2004
There's so much to know when it comes to finding long term care for that special someone. Experts will give advice when considering or looking for alternate living.
2003
Joint Pain - August 16, 2003
Jim Wooster and Deb Solholt will help you to improve your joint pain.
Youth Athletics - September 20, 2003
Tackles down youth sports specifically on young athletes and the impact competitive sports have on children.
Women at Midlife - October 4, 2003
It's more than hot flashes and raging hormones. Women's pharmacist Connie Manderscheid will help women take control of their life.
Depression - October 11, 2003
Millions settle with mental health issues. Dr Sarah Flynn will help you understand different situations such as, attention deficit disorder in children, anxiety, and depression. Whether its post-partum, surgical procedure or other life struggles, this is a serious situation that everyone needs to learn more about.
Asthma - November 10, 2003
Know anyone who's always breathless? Asthma is a lung disease that effects thousands of people from exercising or taking part in activities.
Hunting - November 10, 2003
It's hunting season across South Dakota, and we want you to stay healthy. Common injuries may occur while hunting, and we want you to know how to treat those injuries.
Dr. Engle Interview - December 5, 2003
Dr. Engle a clinical professor of the pharmacy practice at the University of Illinois, talks about different medications.
Legal Rights - December 13, 2003
Matt Michels will help you understand the many complex legal situations you may have.
Alzheimers - 2003
Alzheimer's is the most common form of dementia in the United States. Alzheimer's strikes down millions of Americans causing a loss of memory and reasoning skills.
Cholesterol Lipids - 2003
Dr. Thomas Isaacson will explain what we can control, what flows through our body and what will keep your heart in top condition.
Fad Diets - 2003
Joanne Sheer will let you know what a good diet plan is and which ones you want to stay away from.
GERD - 2003
Is your body on a complicated system? We will talk to you about reflux and how it can affect your baby.
Grief - 2003
The holidays can be a joyous time, unless you've lost someone special in your life. Greif comes in many forms, Janelle Christian and Clara Johnson will be here to help you through the holidays and get through your grief.
