Augustana Care Corporation: A Word to the Wise Speaker Series

“A Word to the Wise” is a free speaker series, hosted by Augustana Health and Longevity Institute and presented in cooperation with Hennepin County Medical Center and WCCO Radio’s Healthy Matters program

“A Word to the Wise” events are dessert bar and learning engagements. Each attendee receives a complimentary dessert. Be sure to RSVP for each event.

Each month we will be featuring guests of the WCCO Radio show “Healthy Matters”. Click through the titles below to view the next, upcoming event or for information about past speakers.

Headaches: Where do they come from? How do you make them go away?
Coming Up: Wednesday, May 8th, 2013
Augustana Apartments of Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MN
The pain of a headache can be stressful, and even debilitating. Are there strategies to keep them away and tricks to cure them? Read more..

Debunking common health myths
Occurred: Thursday, February 28th, 2013
Augustana Apartments of Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MN
Can you really catch a cold from being too cold? Was mother right to say you’d go blind trying to read in the dark? Does alcohol really kill brain cells? Fact or fiction… Dr. Dean will get to the bottom of the most common health myths and more. Read more..

These legs were made for walking pain free
Occurred: Wednesday, October 17th, 2012
Augustana Apartments of Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MN
Walking with leg pain can make you miss out on many activities that you once enjoyed. This debilitating pain could be caused by Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD). Dr. Swanson is an expert at detecting and treating PAD. How do you know if you are at risk of PAD, and what can you do to rid yourself of PAD pain? Read more..

Stay friends with your feet... at any age
Occurred: Thursday, July 19th, 2012
Augustana Apartments of Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MN
Sores, scrapes, blisters and more can make you feel miserable just trying to get around. But what if that sore on your foot or leg doesnâ€™t heal? Dr. Johnson is an expert in â€œproblemâ€ wounds. Diabetes, vascular problems and poor fitting footwear are only a few of the common causes of wounds that wonâ€™t heal. How do you heal themâ€¦ and how do you avoid getting them in the first place? Read more..

â€œHealthy Matters Most Asked Questionsâ€ ...the Radio Doctor Tells All!
Occurred: Thursday, April 12th, 2012
Augustana Apartments of Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MN
What is the most sought-after medical advice in Minnesota? Dr. David Hilden, host of the WCCO radio program Healthy Matters hears from listeners every week about their concerns. Learn from the listeners and ask a few questions of your own. Read more..

Solving Common Digestive Dilemmas
Occurred: Thursday, February 16th, 2012
Augustana Apartments of Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MN
Digestive problemsâ€”ranging from heartburn to abdominal pain to irregular bowel habitsâ€”are some of the most common reasons for doctor visits. Dr. Gonzales will discuss some of the warning signs for common… Read more..

Eye Care for Seniors
Occurred: Thursday, May 19th, 2011
Augustana Apartments of Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MN
Seniors face unique eye care issues: dry eyes, vision loss and macular degeneration among them. How can you stave off age-related conditions for as long as possible? Learn to care for your eyes into your golden years! Read more..

Get Smart about Strokes
Occurred Thursday, March 17th, 2011
Augustana Apartments of Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MN
Know the signs and symptoms and what to do if you think you are having a stroke. How to prevent strokes and how to have a better recovery. Read more..

Forgetfulness Versus Dementia
Occurred Thursday, January 20th, 2011
Augustana Apartments of Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MN
We all forget things, but as we age we worry about it. We fear losing cognition and not being ourselves. How do we know if memory problems are â€œnormalâ€ or the onset of something more serious? Read more..

Fall Prevention: Preventing slips, trips and broken hips
Occurred 11/18/2010
Augustana Apartments of Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MN
Each year, more than 7,000 seniors die from unintentional home injuries. Falls alone account for more than half of those deaths. Another 1.6 million seniors suffer nonfatal but often times life-changing injuries due to falls. Learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones by preventing hazards in and around your home. Read more..