Healthy Matters - with Dr. David Hilden

S06_E04 - Backpacks, Books and Bugs: It's Back-to-School 101!

08/02/2026The Healthy Matters PodcastS06_E04 - Backpacks, Books and Bugs:  It's Back-to-School 101!With Special Guest:  Dr. Leslie King-Schultz, MD, MPHIt's back-to-school time, and you might have all of the school supplies purchased and all the first-day-of-school clothes laid out, but is your child ready for the school year from a health perspective?  From vaccination updates to sports physicals, medication lists, and helping them get on a proper schedule - there's a lot to consider when it comes time to send them back for another year of learning.Thankfully, on this episode, we'll be joined by pediatrician (and parent!) Dr. Leslie King-Schultz to help us get the jump on how to best prepare our kids -- and ourselves -- for the upcoming school year.  We'll go over doctor visits, school forms, the importance of staying in touch with teachers and the school's medical staff, and ways to keep a helpful eye on your kiddo throughout the school year and set them up for success.  So before that first bell rings, join us!Find out more about our upcoming Back-to-School event here!Got healthcare questions or ideas for future shows?Email - healthymatters@hcmed.orgCall - 612-873-TALK (8255)Get a preview of upcoming shows on social media and find out more about our show at www.healthymatters.org.

S06_E03 - Tick-Talk! We're Talking Tick-Borne Illnesses

07/19/2026The Healthy Matters PodcastS06_E03 - Tick-Talk!  We're Talking Tick-Borne IllnessesWith Special Guest:  Dr. Diana Zychowski, MD, MPHTicks are usually really small, but the fear factor around them is HUGE - and for good reason!  These little menaces are responsible for Lyme Disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, Alpha-Gal syndrome, and other illnesses you might not have even heard of, and this can produce a lot of anxiety around going outdoors during the summer months.  But what's the truth around these little hitchhikers?  Is there really that much cause for concern?  And how would you know if that fatigue, headache, lethargy, or muscle ache isn't just from being dehydrated while toughing out another hot Summer in Minnesota?Joining us on Episode 3 is Dr. Diana Zychowski, an infectious diseases specialist at Hennepin Healthcare, and she'll help us get wise with the basics on these bothersome bugs.  We'll talk about the current state of ticks in Minnesota, the myriad illnesses they can carry, what to do if you happen to get bitten, and most importantly, the best tips for how to still get out and enjoy a little of the outdoors this Summer.  We hope you'll join us!Read more helpful information on ticks here: Tiny Ticks, Big ImpactGot healthcare questions or ideas for future shows?Email - healthymatters@hcmed.orgCall - 612-873-TALK (8255)Get a preview of upcoming shows on social media and find out more about our show at www.healthymatters.org.

S06_E02 - Snack Attack! A Primer on Peanut Allergy

07/05/2026The Healthy Matters PodcastS06_E02 - Snack Attack!  A Primer on Peanut AllergyWith Special Guest: Dr. John Sweet, MDPeanuts may be small, but for the millions of Americans that are allergic to them (and their parents) they can be a HUGE red flag, and something that can change how and what they eat for their entire lives.  From mild hives to severe anaphylaxis, steering clear of "Nature's Perfect Snack" actually makes perfect sense.  But who's most at risk?  Can you ever grow out of it?  And is a peanut even a nut?  (It's not!)Peanut allergy in children has tripled since the late 1990s and for years the advice was simple: avoid peanuts entirely.  But that advice, it turns out, may have been part of the problem!  On our next show we'll be joined by Dr. John Sweet to talk all about the evolution in understanding around this all too common condition.  We'll go over the effects on the body, how the allergy is diagnosed, available treatments and the latest thinking around how to keep those affected as safe as possible.  Join us!Got healthcare questions or ideas for future shows?Email - healthymatters@hcmed.orgCall - 612-873-TALK (8255)Get a preview of upcoming shows on social media and find out more about our show at www.healthymatters.org.

S06_E01 - High Temps, Higher Stakes - Medications and Substances vs. The Summer Heat

06/21/2026The Healthy Matters PodcastS06_E01 - High Temps, Higher Stakes - Medications and Substances vs. The Summer HeatWith Special Guest: Brit Culp, ADCT, CPP Summer is finally here, and with it, the HEAT - and yes, the PARTIES!  Whether it's a bar night out, a concert, a festival, or a PRIDE event, the heat can have a big impact on how much fun we can have, and the ill effects can oftentimes be compounded by the prescription drugs, recreational drugs and alcoholic and caffeinated beverages that might be in our bodies.  But how do these substances amplify the effects of the heat?  Which ones should we be most concerned with?  And what are some of the best practices to "party smart"?Research suggests that as temperatures rise, overdoses do, too, so on Episode 1 of Season 6, we'll be joined by Brit Culp (ADCT, CPP) to go over all of the do's and don'ts of adult summer fun.  We'll cover some of the most concerning medications and substances, how to keep the downsides to a minimum, and why the "Lower and Slower" concept is your friend.  The summer heat is no joke, and it's even less funny when it turns a would-be good night into a trip to the ED.  So join us and get wise on how to have a good time, safely - and happy Pride!Got healthcare questions or ideas for future shows?Email - healthymatters@hcmed.orgCall - 612-873-TALK (8255)Get a preview of upcoming shows on social media and find out more about our show at www.healthymatters.org.

S05_E14 - Hot Takes on Burns

04/26/2026The Healthy Matters PodcastS05_E14 - Hot Takes on BurnsWith Special Guest:  Dr. Jon Gayken, MDWe've all been burned at some point in our lives - whether it be by the stove, by the sun or, possibly, even by our lovely Winter weather (yes, frostbite is a burn!).  For starters, they hurt; but there are all kinds of burns and there can be a lot more to them depending on the severity.  But what is a burn exactly?  What happens in the body when we get a burn?  And what are the best steps to take after you accidentally grab that hot pan?On Episode 14, we're talking all things burn with Hennepin Healthcare's Burn Center surgeon Dr. Jon Gayken.  He'll walk us through the medical side of burns, the different types, how they're classified and the different treatments for each.  Plus we'll take a look inside the elite work being done at Hennepin Healthcare's Burn Center and how they're both helping patients and families through what are often extremely tough times.  Burns can be really scary, and they're something we don't think about until they happen, but knowing more about them can help take a bit of the sting out.  Join us!Got healthcare questions or ideas for future shows?Email - healthymatters@hcmed.orgCall - 612-873-TALK (8255)Get a preview of upcoming shows on social media and find out more about our show at www.healthymatters.org.