Welcome to 2 Your Health, where we talk to local health care leaders to help you Feel Better, Live Better and Be Better. In these segments, and weekdays on Action 2 News Mid-morning at 9 A.M., you’ll learn about health topics such as stress, sleep hygiene, regenerative medicine and stem cell therapy.

Check back regularly for new videos and new health topics that are in the works!

EXO MIND

Dr. Steve Bittendorf of Green Bay Integrative Health talks about Exo Mind, an FDA-approved stimulator to improve mind wellness, specifically depression.

BACK TO SCHOOL

ThedaCare pediatrician Dr. Wendy Barton has advice for families to get a healthy start to school, physically and mentally.

KIDS’ BIKE CAMP

Covey, a longtime local service provider to families dealing with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosts ICan Shine’s national bike camp for kids August 25-29 in Menasha. It’s looking for riders and volunteers.

CROWNS AND IMPLANTS

3D imaging and on-site milling means today’s dental patients can get crowns while-you-wait. Dr. Jack from De Pere Smiles explains how digital dentistry is making patients smile.

5-STAR MICRO-HOSPITAL

Emergency physician Dr. Freeman on how people responded to the small hospital and the big things it has to offer patients at Green Bay ER & Hospital.

SAFETY OUTSIDE THE HOME

We talk a lot about keeping loved ones safe in their home, but with the weather getting nicer Kara from Bellin Health Home Care Equipment looks at how to safely get outside the house and enjoy life.

PAIN MANAGEMENT

Why offer innovative versus compassionate care when patients can get both? Dr. Vishal Patel explains why the doctors at Alleviate Pain & Spine left the hospital model behind to offer what hospital systems can’t.

PHYSICAL THERAPY

Sara, a physical therapist at CP, talks about identifying missed milestones and when parents should call CP for support.

ORAL HYGIENE AND OVERALL HEALTH

Eyes are the windows to the soul, but your mouth is a window to your body’s health. Dr. Maggie Priebe explains what dentists can find and how oral health and your body’s health affect each other.

CHRONIC PAIN CARE

Dr. Aman talks about a new facility in De Pere to tackle chronic pain, Alleviate Pain & Spine, where physicians have advanced pain training, and patients can find a more personable, more affordable experience.

SPORTS PHYSICALS

It’s time to assess student-athletes before school sports training and seasons begin. ThedaCare sports medicine physical Dr. Ryan Wagner has a reason why you should schedule early and how a sports physical differs from a wellness check.

HEALTHY SUMMER VACATIONS

Stay hydrated, stay fired up, stay healthy. Joey from Natural Healthy Concepts talks about products that are easy to take on the go and way staying healthy (and vacationing) is better with family.

CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME

Carpal tunnel syndrome can be treated in under an hour without an operating room. Matt talks about a bad experience before he found Ovation Hand Institute.

PRP TREATMENT

Dr. Delo of Delo Sports Medicine talked with us before about platelet-rich plasma treatments. She’s back with an update on what injuries doctors are finding PRP treats the best and the “magic numbers” to trigger healing to ensure good outcomes.

BIO-IDENTICAL HORMONE REPLACEMENT

You can’t help getting older, but you don’t have to feel your age. Dr. Tracy Page from the Wisconsin Institute of Functional Medicine talks about replacing what’s missing to function well.

SPINAL DECOMPRESSION

Chiropractic care can take care of aches and pains. Dr. Brandon Dyrdahl of Integrity Health and Wellness talks about the symptoms of spinal decompression and how treatment workers to make you feel better.

KNEE REPLACEMENT

Dr. Kevin Campbell of Orthopedic & Sports Institute of the Fox Valley talks about signs you need knee surgery, getting you home quickly after surgery, and the OSI approach to recovery.

CELEBRATE WELLNESS

You don’t want to limit yourself from having fun. Joey from Natural Health Concepts offers solutions for heartburn and other symptoms of overindulgence and ways to keep your energy levels up.

MEN’S HEALTH

ThedaCare family physician Dr. Felix Jolly says men need to rethink their fear of commitment -- to a doctor. He talks about the advantages of a good relationship with your doctor and the top things he checks male patients for.

CP THERAPY

CP occupational therapist Ashley talks about play-based learning to build kids’ confidence and how CP can help you get a referral for their services.

PREVENTING FALLS

Wisconsin ranks 2nd in the nation for fall-related deaths, and 1 in 5 falls results in a broken bone or head injury. Kara from Bellin Health Home Care Equipment is back to suggest products that make a home safer and give your older loved ones independence longer.

BLOOD DRIVES AND BADGES

The need for blood donors increases in the summer, not just the need for blood. The Community Blood Center’s John Hagins explains why and the ways they’re attracting new donors, including blood drives on tour and collectible badges.

SAME-DAY IMAGING

The first micro-hospital in the area isn’t short on technology. Dr. Amanda Nylund talks about how it serves area physicians with the benefits of same-day imaging -- as nearly a walk-in service -- at the new Green Bay ER & Hospital.

ANTERIOR HIP REPLACEMENT

Dr. Kevin Campbell of OSI of the Fox Valley explains how anterior hip replacement differs from other surgeries and offers many benefits.

DEMENTIA CARE

Unity, best known for hospice care, also provides caregiving for people with dementia living independently in the early stages and helps the family through palliative care in the later stages. Watch the video to learn more about their services and download their resource guide at unityhospice.org/dementia-care.

SOUND SOLUTION TO CHRONIC PAIN

Don’t live with pain -- treat it with sound! Shockwave therapy uses acoustic waves to help eliminate chronic pain from plantar fasciitis and other “-itis” conditions. Dr. Brandon Dyrdahl from Integrity Health and Wellness talks about the treatment and who’s a good candidate.

METABOLIC SYNDROME

Tired? Brain fog? Unable to lose weight? Dr. Page of the Wisconsin Institute of Functional Medicine talks about why your body isn’t getting its nutrients and a device that shows what’s going on “under the hood.”

CARPAL TUNNEL TREATMENT

You can have surgery or you can do it the innovative way with no downtime. Dr. Amy Yeatman, a surgeon at Ovation Hand Institute, explains the procedure.

ANTI-INFLAMMATORY DIET

Dr. Marjorie Delo says the majority of chronic disease processes are linked to chronic inflammation in our bodies, which also makes it harder for our body to heal itself. Diet is one thing we can control.

WEIGHT WELLNESS

There are many weight loss options like GLP-1 and bariatic surgery. Dr. Benjamin Duffy explains ThedaCare’s new Weight Wellness program -- a team approach to fighting the disease of obesity. “I like to be able to prevent disease rather than treat the end stages of it.”

OSTEOARTHRITIS

Modern wisdom is that arthritis is NOT the result of wear and tear as we get older. Doctors are identifying risk factors contributing to osteoarthritis years before we have. Dr. Delo from Delo Sports Medicine talks about interventions that can reduce your risk.

CP THERAPY SERVICES

The local CP offers therapy for all levels of development. Learn about the difference with CP services -- and how easy it is to get your child engaged in them.

BLOOD DRIVES

Knowing the need for blood doesn’t take a summer vacation (quite the opposite!), the Community Blood Center is taking its show on the road with the Summer Tour for All Types (of blood). CEO John Hagins talks about how blood center pays it forward and pays donors back.

STROKE: BE FAST

Learn the symptoms of stroke and importance of BE FAST from Kristin Randall, stroke program manager in ThedaCare’s accredited Primary Stroke Program.

MENTAL HEALTH, ARTHRITIS AWARENESS

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and Arthritis Awareness Month. Joey from Natural Healthy Concepts talks about supplements that can help with stress and anxiety. He also talks about ways to reduce inflammation related to arthritis.

TONGUE TIE

Dr. Chris Peterson talks about the detrimental effects of a baby with tongue-tie or lip-tie, and their easy solution at Wisconsin Tongue Tie Institute inside De Pere Smiles.

UNITY LUMINARY WALK

The Unity Luminary Walk is at Heritage Hill State Historical Park in Allouez on Friday, May 9. It raises money for the free Unity Grief and Education Center in De Pere, and it’s open to everyone to celebrate the memory of a loved one, not just Unity clients.

RUNNER’S KNEE

You don’t have to be a runner to suffer runner’s knee -- you could be walking or just moving around more as the weather turns nicer. Dr. Marjorie Delo of Delo Sports Medicine talks about the various causes and treatments.

SPRING ACTIVITIES

The weather is getting warmer, but don’t start cold when you get active outside. ThedaCare orthopedic doctor Andrew Leung talks about warming up to avoid injuries.

FOUNDATIONS FOR WEIGHT LOSS

Wisconsin Institute of Functional Medicine Dr. Tracy Page offers five foundations for healthy weight loss, and a bakery owner shares her success story on WIFM’s plan that goes beyond weigh-ins and “looks under the hood.”

OPEN HOUSE

Dr. Amanda talks about from Green Bay ER & Hospital’s open house celebration on April 19 and the differences in patient care people have discovered compared to other hospitals in the year it’s been open.

WRINKLES AND SCARS

There are many treatments to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, blemishes and scars -- Botox, dermal fillers, micro-needling, etc. Dr. Steve Bittendorf of Green Bay Integrative Health talks about those and a newer treatment, PRF (platelet-rich fibrin).

SPRING “RESET”

Spring is a time for renewal and cleansing, and also allergies and colds. Joey from Natural Healthy Concepts talks about treatments and supplements and why you should be afraid of words like “detox.”

HOSPICE PHILOSPHY

Unity’s executive director explains hospice isn’t a place, it’s a form of care. Alisa Gerke offers advice to start those hard conversations and addresses some common misconceptions and concerns.

HOSPITAL SERVICE

As Green Bay ER & Hospital nears its one-year anniversary, Chief Nursing Officer Michelle Petersen talks about the hospital’s positive reviews, eliminating bottlenecks, quick imaging results, and insurance.

SPRING HEALTH

Spring is a season of renewal, when people are eager to get outdoors. Joey from Natural Healthy Concepts discusses greasing those creaky joints after a winter indoors, boosting nutrition and energy, and fighting spring allergies.

COLORECTAL CANCER

Colorectal cancer usually comes without warning signs, and there’s no surefire prevention, which makes screenings so important. Radiation oncologist Dr. Joe Bovi from ThedaCare tells you what you should know.

TMJ DISORDERS

Do you wake up with a tired jaw or suffer migraines? Dr. John Krupka of Krupka Dental talks about diagnosing disorders of the jaw and nearby muscles -- TMJ disorders -- and how they can be treated.

SKINVIVE

Jaime is back to talk about another face refresher from Wisconsin Institute of Functional Medicine. Skinvive is an injection for your cheeks that improves your skin’s hydration (including in the winter) reducing lines and wrinkles and making cheeks feel smoother.

POST-COVID ARTHRITIS

The pandemic is over, but the CDC reports almost 2,500 people in Wisconsin are still diagnosed with it every week and some patients are feeling its lingering effects. Delo Sports Medicine offers ways to find relief.

STRAIGHTENING TEETH

Dr. John Krupka of Krupka Dental is back to talk about orthodontics. He talks about the pros and cons of braces and aligners, and explains how teeth straightening can benefit adults, too.

HEART MONTH

Take care of your ticker. Dr. Ameer Kabour of ThedaCare Cardiovascular Care talks with us about risk factors for heart health, what we can do to reduce our risk, and when to consult your doctor.

MICRO-HOSPITAL

Dr. Matt Freeman of Green Bay ER & Hospital explains what doctors can treat you for at Green Bay’s new micro-hospital, how they handle insurance, and has tips to avoid needing a doctor this winter.

WINTER SAFETY

Ice isn’t the only danger in the winter. Indoors, you can be on slippery floors. Kara from Bellin Health Home Care Equipment offers helpful advice about staying safe this season.

SENIOR LIVING OPTIONS

There are over 200 senior living facilities in Northeast Wisconsin. How can you know which one is right for your or your loved one? Care Patrol talks about a no-cost service that takes the fear out of the process.

WEIGHT WELLNESS

Obesity affects 48% of people, according to ThedaCare obesity specialist Dr. Benjamin Duffy. Many wrongly blame themselves. Dr. Duffy talks about the options available to start on the road to weight wellness.

THERAPY SERVICES

Are you worried your child is missing milestones or behind their peers? We talk with Jessica about the therapy services our local CP provides and how easy it is to get your child seen.

OBSTACLES

We’re seeing less of Dr. Steve Bittorf these days -- down from 400 pounds. He talks about the 3 things stopping many people from pursuing getting rid of fat or wrinkles.

STOP HUNGER

How can you lose weight and still meet your nutritional needs without feeling hungry? Joey from Natural Healthy Concepts wants to help (“no pun intended”) supplement your fitness goals in 2025.

UNITY VOLUNTEERS

Unity Hospice relies on volunteers, and it needs more help as it grows to serve more people. We talk with volunteer coordinator Ally Huntley about the opportunities.

SHOCKWAVE THERAPY

Shockwave therapy uses acoustic wave energy to trigger a healing response. It has a number of uses with injuries and even aesthetics. Dr. Marjorie Delo of Delo Sports Medicine gives us details.

LIFE SAVERS

“The need for blood never took a holiday,” Community Blood Center CEO John Hagins says. Now there are incentives to donate, including gift cards, swag, and a chance to “pay it forward.”

NAVIGATING LONG-TERM CARE

The holidays and family gatherings are a time when you might realize or discuss the need for long-term care solutions. Jessie talks about the “silver tsunami” and how CarePatrol helps families navigate that maze at no cost.

PAIN MANAGEMENT

Patients might think surgery is the only option for shoulder, hip, knee or ankle pain. Eric Goddeyne of OSI of the Fox Valley talks about multiple surgery-free options for pain management and how long to expect relief.

ORAL CHECKUPS

A new year, a better smile? Dr. John Krupka of Krupka Dental talks about the things you should get checked at the dentist’s office and early warning signs that it’s time to come in for a checkup.

INGROWN TOENAILS

Maybe they’re just an annoying, nagging pain. Or maybe the area’s become red and inflamed. Dr. Mark Thomas with Family Foot and Ankle Clinic offers some self-treatment suggestions for ingrown toenails, tells you when you definitely need to see a doctor, and reveals how quickly an ingrown toenail can be treated ... and permanently... without losing the entire nail.

RESIDENTIAL ELEVATORS

For some, a lift doesn’t offer enough access. Elevators can be added to new or existing homes, including shaftless elevators. Brad from Arrow Lift explains how it’s easier than you might think.

FUNSCULPTING

It’s a minimally invasive liposuction that’s new to the Fox Valley. Ryan and Betsy from Blue Wolf Transformations discuss funsculpting.

HOSPICE CARE CONTINUUM

The first hospice in Wisconsin has grown its mission from end-of-life care to helping families from that initial diagnosis all the way through their grief. Learn about Unity Hospice‘s continuum of care from a Unity executive and patient’s family member.

PROTEIN CONCENTRATE

Delo Sports Medicine is using a progressive treatment in regenerative medicine. Dr. Marjorie Delo explains protein concentrate, a byproduct of the regenerative medicine process, and why it improves healing.

ANNUAL WELLNESS

Have you made your resolutions yet? Dr. Nicole Ruske from ThedaCare offers health tips for the end of 2024 and what to think about when you start 2025.

ORTHOPEDIC WALK-IN CLINICS

When should you consider going to a walk-in clinic with a specialist like OSI of the Fox Valley -- how bad does the injury need to be? -- and what’s the difference between going to their walk-in clinic versus going to the emergency room?

MEDICARE AGENTS

Medicare enrollment season can bring lots of changes to your plans and lots of questions. Aaron Wallender, a licensed Medicare specialist with Northern Advantage Insurance, explains why it’s best to use a free, local Medicare agent and information you should have ready for the meeting.

AESTHETIC SERVICES

Green Bay Integrative Health owner Steve Bittorf talks about aesthetic services like PRP facials, vitamin injections, Botox and Juvéderm.

GRIEF AT THE HOLIDAYS

It’s OK to make new traditions or keep old ones. Unity Hospice helps families remember loved ones lost, in this year and prior years. You don’t need to have used Unity services to take part.

NATURAL HEALTHY WINTER

If you miss the sun already, Joey from Natural Healthy Concepts explains how to make winter not so awful for our skin, body or moods.

COLD AND FLU SEASON

We’re getting deeper into respiratory illness season. Katie Harris of ThedaCare offers ways to keep yourself and your home healthy and answers the question, when is it too late to get vaccinated?

PRIVATE PRACTICES

How does private practice compare to treatment you get in a hospital environment? Dr. Marjorie Delo of Delo Sports Medicine has seen both sides and says one of them offers lower costs and more time with your doctor.

FACE REFRESH

Jaime from Wisconsin Institute of Functional Medicine explains two non-invasive treatments to give your face a fresher look, getting rid of wrinkles and sagging skin and giving lips more definition without filler, without needles.

HOLIDAY DENTAL CHECKLIST

In the holiday season you want to eat, drink and be merry! Dr. John Krupka from Krupka Dental has many reasons why the holiday season is also an important time to make sure your dental care is up-to-date, whether it’s enjoying a filling meal, taking family photos, or using your health care benefits by year’s end and saving money in the new year.

COLDS & FLU

Dr. Freeman from Green Bay ER & Hospital says “go back to basics” to prevent colds and flu, and the signs that your child needs to go to the emergency room.

SEASON OF GIVING

Be someone’s life-saving Secret Santa. The Community Blood Center is making donating blood easy before you’re too busy with the holidays. CEO John Hagins talks about how you’ll help two families by donating.

HOSPICE MYTHS

❌Hospice is for end of life. ❌Hospice is all about the patient.❌ Hospice is a place you go.❌ Hospice is expensive. Unity executive director Alisa Gerke busts these myths and sets the record straight about hospice.

HEALTHY HOLIDAYS

Stressing out, lacking energy and over indulging at holiday dinners? Joey from Natural Healthy Concepts has suggestions to get us through the season.

MEDICARE ENROLLMENT

It’s Medicare enrollment season. Northern Advantage Insurance offers a customer’s testimony about the value of using a free Medicare specialist to find the best plan for you with little to no cost for prescriptions and benefits.

RECOVERY FROM SURGERY

After surgery you might face some restrictions you didn’t plan for. Kara from Bellin Health Home Care Equipment talks about options and tools to help with recovery and follow the doctors’ orders.

OLDER WORKERS’ HEALTH INSURANCE

More people are working past the age of 65, and they have questions about staying on private health insurance or switching to Medicare Aaron Wallender of Northern Advantage Insurance talks about being a sherpa to guide you up that Medicare mountain.

BREAST CANCER RISK FACTORS

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Dr. Mihailidis, an oncologist on ThedaCare’s Cancer Care Team, talks about the risk factors (some we can change, some we can’t) and the latest recommendations for screening.

GUT CHECK

Are you feeling “a little bit off”? Nutritional Healing in Appleton offers a test to hear what your body’s telling you.

NATURAL SKIN CARE

It doesn’t just affect how you look. The skin and hair care products you put on your skin can be absorbed by your skin. Joey from Natural Healthy Concepts talks about finding natural choices.

HEALTH CARE COSTS

The co-founders of Renovo Health, both local doctors, discuss health care costs and trends that spurred them to create Renovo Health, and how they’re putting an end to surprise medical bills.

LONG-TERM CARE

Finding long-term care for a loved one, or even knowing what kind of care would help them most, can be overwhelming. Care Patrol helps families navigate the overwhelming task.

MEDICARE CHANGES

Licensed specialist Aaron Wallender of Northern Advantage Insurance talks about changes in Medicare, especially beneficial changes to prescription drug coverage, and the value of using a free Medicare agent.

RECOVERY FROM SURGERY

Some people suffer daily with hip and knee pain because they’re afraid of the pain after surgery. Dr. Kevin Campbell from OSI of the Fox Valley talks about recovery and improving your comfort.

SEPSIS

Sepsis is when the body attacks the body while fighting an infection. Dr. Ike from ThedaCare talks about the symptoms, who’s at highest risk, and why it needs immediate attention.

SUICIDE PREVENTION

Local recording artist Franki Moscato runs a foundation to raise suicide prevention awareness. Learn about the Franki Moscato Foundation‘s “Wait until 8th” campaign and other efforts throughout the year.

STEM CELLS FROM BODY FAT

Stem cells are versatile healing tools. Previously you had to get them from bone marrow, but now Dr. Delo of Delo Sports Medicine & Interventional Orthopedics explains how effective stem cells taken from body fat are and how they can be used.

MEN’S HORMONE THERAPY

Dr. Steve Bittorf of Green Bay Integrative Health explains how hormones affect men, not just women, and the benefits of hormone pellet therapy.

SAME-DAY IMAGING, SAME-DAY RESULTS

Green Bay’s new micro-hospital offers same-day imaging and same-day results because of how it’s uniquely set up. Chief Nursing Officer Michelle Petersen explains the process.

DENTAL CARE DURING PREGNANCY

Pregnancy affects women’s oral health with hormone changes, morning sickness, and “pregnancy tumors.” Dr. John Krupka of Krupka Dental offers suggestions to help your mouth – and your health – during pregnancy.

HIP ARTHRITIS

Dr. Brian Lohrbach of Orthopedic & Sports Institute of the Fox Valley has performed 1,700 hip replacement surgeries. What are symptoms you need one, what’s the recovery like, and what do patients say?

BACK PAIN

How can you prevent back pain, and when is back pain bad enough that you need to see a doctor? Dr. Christine Brooks, pain management specialist at ThedaCare Orthopedic Spine and Pain, provides answers.

BACK TO SCHOOL HEALTH

We get a ThedaCare doctor’s advice for getting kids’ sleep and eating routines in sync with school. Plus, get up-to-date with Wisconsin’s new vaccination requirements.

EMERGENCY ROOMS

What can you expect when you go to an emergency room, during your visit, when you’re discharged, and when your insurance gets that bill? Michelle Petersen, Chief Nursing Officer at Green Bay ER & Hospital, talks about the emergency-room experience at the Green Bay area’s newest hospital.

BEAUTY PROCEDURES

Beauty is health, but you don’t need to go under the knife to boost your self-image. The owner of Beauty by Blaire discusses needle-less lip fillers, lash extensions, and money-saving semi-permanent makeup and how long you can expect them to last.

BACK-TO-SCHOOL ORAL CARE

Dr. Krupka of Krupka Dental talks about screening kids to take care of problems before school starts and technology that can make a visit to the dentist more comfortable.

“INDEPENDENCE, SAFETY AND QUALITY OF LIFE”

Our older loved ones want to stay in their home as long as possible, yet also remain mobile for as long as possible. Kara discusses Bellin Health Home Care Equipment‘s mission statement and the products that stand behind it.

BACK-TO-SCHOOL BOOSTERS

At the time of this writing there’s one month left of summer vacation. Joey from Natural Healthy Concepts talks about getting your kids ready, healthy and well-rested for school, and preparing their bodies for all the germs they’ll be up against.

CARE COMPANIONS

Do you know older adults who need help around the house or just want some company? Since 2021, Unity Hospice has offered Care Companions to help them continue living independently in their home. And you don’t have to be in Unity’s hospice or palliative care programs. Unity’s Samantha Brasier explains what the Care Companions program does and who qualifies.

HIP REPLACEMENT SURGERY

Dr. Kevin Campbell of the Orthopedic & Sports Institute of the Fox Valley discusses the different types of hip replacement surgery and having a speedy recovery at home.

DENTAL EMERGENCIES

What constitutes an emergency? And how quickly you can expect to see a dentist? Dr. John Krupka of Krupka Dental answers those questions and talks about state-of-the-art technology to fix the problem faster and less painfully.

REGENERATIVE MEDICINE

Regenerative medicine -- using the body’s own healing tools -- has shown great strides in treating sports injuries but it holds a lot more promise in other areas. Dr. Marjorie Delo of Delo Sports Medicine talks about the latest findings in using regenerative medicine to treat arthritis and injuries related to the spine.

EXERCISE

Exercise is one of the foundations of health. Dr. Tracy Page has her staff at Wisconsin Institute of Functional Medicine “move it” for May, June and July. She talks about S.M.A.R.T. goals, how to fit planned and unplanned exercise into your day, and the buddy method for sticking with your goals.

MEN’S HEALTH

Too busy being the breadwinner and meeting your obligations? Imagine if you didn’t have your health. ThedaCare family medicine physician Dr. Jared Kohlenberg has some information that should encourage men to check in with their wellness provider before something happens and advice for men to improve their health in the meantime (and all the time).

PREVENTING FALLS IN THE HOME

Kara from Bellin Health Home Care Equipment has some troubling statistics about older adults falling in the home and the causes and consequences of falls. She also has some important ideas for make their home safer.

INTERVENTIONAL ORTHOPEDICS

Dr. Marjorie Delo from Delo Sports Medicine discusses minimally-invasive treatments for sports injuries or the effects of degenerative diseases.

BUNIONS AND HAMMER TOES

They’re not just for rubbing! Dr. Mark Thomas with Family Foot and Ankle Clinic discusses ways to get rid of bunions and hammer toe before they become more painful or require surgery. Like most health issues, it’s better to treat them sooner than later.

MICRO-HOSPITAL

You might have seen the new building off Highway 172 in Bellevue with the big red and blue sign. It’s the first of its kind for Wisconsin. Dr. Amanda Nylund from Green Bay ER & Hospital discusses what a micro-hospital is and what this brand-new community hospital offers.

MENTAL HEALTH

“Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness,” says ThedaCare Director of Behavioral Health Julie Meyer. She offers a look at what ThedaCare offers for mental well-being -- including psychological and substance abuse help, psychiatric medication management, and child and adolescent care -- and its services are expanding.

ALLERGY SEASON

This is one of the worst pollen seasons in recent years, especially for pollen sufferers. Erica from Natural Health Concepts shows us natural remedies for allergy season -- to prevent runny noses or to stop them -- and even something for our pets.

WOMEN’S HEALTH

May 12-18 is Women’s Health Week. Dr. Tracy Page from the Wisconsin Institute of Functional Medicine talks about how men’s and women’s health symptoms can differ and how taking a “deep dive” can help you and doctors understand what’s going on inside before something goes wrong.

LUMINARY WALK

The Unity Hospice’s annual Luminary Walk is an uplifting experience for anyone grieving the loss of a loved one, remembering lost relatives and friends, and supporting others. This year’s Luminary Walk at Heritage Hill State Historical Park is on Friday, May 10. Unity Hospice grief counselor Jenny Broeckman joined us with details.

NEW HEALTH CAMPUSES

ThedaCare and Froedert are partnering to make health care more accessible in Oshkosh and Fond du Lac with two new health campuses. We asked why those locations were chosen.

ALLERGY REMEDIES

How are natural allergy remedies better than over-the-counter medicines? Erica from Natural Healthy Concepts shows us natural supplements for allergy season -- to prevent runny noses or to stop them, and even something for our pets.

HEEL PAIN

A lot of people have annoying heel pain. Dr. Mark Thomas from Family Foot and Ankle Clinic offers suggestions you can do at home and tells you how to know if it’s something more serious that should be seen by a doctor. You may not need surgery, and you don’t have to keep suffering.

BATHROOM FALLS

It’s a scary statistic: 80% of falls in the home happen in the bathroom. Kara at Bellin Health Home Care Equipment has a list of ideas to safeguard that room and protect your loved ones, especially older family members.

STRESS LEVELS

A lot of us are feeling distressed. Melissa from the Wisconsin Institute of Functional Medicine talks about how cortisol levels measure chronic stress and some natural methods and supplements that can help us be de-stressed.

STAIR LIFTS

The ability to get up and down stairs can be crucial for older adults to continue living in their homes. We talked with Brett from Arrow Lift about the process for getting stair lifts in a house and what their capabilities are. If you ever thought about stair lifts, these next 3 minutes could answer your questions.

BATHROOM SAFETY

Eighty percent of falls in the home happen in the bathroom. Kara from Bellin Health Home Care Equipment returns to talk about ways to set up a safe bathroom -- no remodeling necessary.

COLON CANCER

Do you know enough about colon cancer, which has almost 2 million new cases diagnosed every year? Dr. Amir Bista, oncologist and hematologist for ThedaCare, discusses the symptoms (if there are any), risks and diagnosis of colon cancer.

BLOOD DONATION CENTER

Community Blood Center, which serves more than 40 hospitals in Wisconsin and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, opened a new blood donation center in Green Bay -- but you might want to call it a blood donation “spa.” We talk with CEO John Hagins about why Community Blood Center opened the Green Bay facility, its unique use of mixed reality, and the need for blood for more reasons than you might realize.

MELANOMA

2 Your Health brings you “startling news” and good news about melanoma. Dr. Annie Zeug from Surgical Associates of Neenah discusses risk factors and the ABCDE’s of skin cancer.

HIGH CHOLESTEROL

Angela from Natural Healthy Concepts talks about statins and other ways to lower cholesterol.

BLOOD PRESSURE

Relax! Angela from Natural Healthy Concepts is here to discuss the standards for good, low, and high blood pressure and natural ways to keep yourself in the good range.

DONATING BLOOD

The Community Blood Center wants to make it easier to donate blood, which is in chronically short supply. Community Blood Center CEO John Hagins and 2 Your Health host Brian Teeters go on a field trip to talk about the new facility in Green Bay.

MICRO CHANNELING

Keep your skin moisturized and looking great with a 15-minute treatment. Micro channeling is the little sibling to micro needling, allowing more serums to help your skin that can’t be used with deeper treatment. Caitlin from the Wisconsin Institute of Functional Medicine gave us the details.

CAUSES OF CHOLESTEROL

Angela from Natural Healthy Concepts talks about the root of cholesterol problems and some of the symptoms, plus what NHC can do to help you lower cholesterol levels. Scroll down the page for her earlier discussion on 2 Your Health about cholesterol and the body.

ORTHODONTICS

When should the conversation about orthodontics begin? Dr. John Krupka of Krupka Dental talks about the importance of catching problems early, even before the permanent teeth come in – which might even avoid the need for orthodontic appliances.

CONTACT LENSES

There are a lot more types of contact lenses to correct a lot more eye conditions than there used to be. Dr. Tanner Taylor from ShopKo Optical talks about what’s possible now and how to determine if you’re a good candidate for contacts.

BARIATRIC SURGERY

It’s not just for weight loss. It affects your metabolism and other systems and reduces the risk of a number of medical conditions. Dr. Kevin Wasco, co-medical director of ThedaCare’s bariatric surgery program, explains the benefits.

WINTER INJURIES

As people start to get outdoors to enjoy winter, Dr. Marjorie Delo from Delo Sports Medicine talks about preventing common injuries from winter activities like skiing, sledding, or just walking outside.

CAVITIES IN KIDS

Dr. John Krupka from Krupka Dental is back with us talking about how to prevent and treat cavities in children. We also learn some good healthy habits we should encourage in our kids.

CLEANSE AND DETOX

A new year is a chance to get out the bad and bring in the good. Angela from Natural Healthy Concepts talks about the differences between cleanse and detox and how each helps your body from the inside out.

RURAL ROBOTIC SURGERY

People in rural communities can still get world-class surgical care. Once they had to travel for hours, now they can stay closer to their family. Dr. Cynthia Geocaris of Surgical Associates of Neenah and director of robotic surgery for ThedaCare talks about robotic surgery now available in rural hospitals.

HYDRA FACIAL

Hydra Facial is a machine for most skin types that penetrates the skin with hydration, healing and cleaning the skin and creating a plump, youthful glow. We learned about this technology from Caitlin, a medical aesthetician with Wisconsin Institute of Functional Medicine.

HOLIDAY GUESTS

In her previous visits, Kara from Bellin Health Home Care Equipment has talked a lot about keeping loved ones with medical needs safe in their own home. But what if they’re coming to YOUR home for the holidays? She has a lot of ideas for making your home safer and more accommodating and letting them know you care.

Tendinitis and Tendonosis

Dr. Marjorie Delo from Delo Sports Medicine is back in our studio to discuss common tendon injuries and how they’re treated.

HAIR ANALYSIS

When your body isn’t functioning optimally -- low calcium, diabetes, thyroid and other issues -- hair analysis can help you get to the “roots” of the problem. Angela from Natural Healthy Concepts has talks about what your hair can tell you about your health and what your body needs.

SKIN DAMAGE

Wear sunscreen. To quote Baz Luhrmann at the close of the 20th Century, if I could offer you only one tip for the future, sunscreen would be it. After that, Caitlin from the Wisconsin Institute of Functional Medicine has more information about micro-needling and laser treatments for skin damaged by the elements and age.

CANCER SCREENINGS

Dr. Ryan Bly from Surgical Associates of Neenah talks about mammography, colonoscopy, and screening endoscopy -- and the value of each one before you have any symptoms. For Dr. Bly, health screenings are a personal mission.

LUNG CANCER SCREENING

Dr. Scott Parrish, affiliated with ThedaCare, talks about who’s most affected by lung cancer, one of the leading cancers in America, and an important development in detection.

GIFTED WISHES

Unity Hospice wants people in hospice to make happy memories. Many of the wishes are simple but extremely meaningful to the person and families.

CONTACT LENS SAFETY

Dr. Tanner Taylor from Shopko Optical talks about the variety of options and things to consider if you’re thinking about contacts, including the consequences of not following the manufacturer’s and optometrist’s instructions.

FALL EYE CARE

The changing colors of autumn are a feast for the eyes, but the falling leaves, allergens, raking, yardwork, indoor work, and cooler air are terrible for your eyes! Dr. Tanner Taylor from ShopKo Optical has advice to protect them, plus the scary truths about Halloween costume contact lenses.

INDEPENDENCE

Kara from Bellin Health Home Care Equipment talks about devices that help you keep your independence inside and outside your home -- a key to dignity and quality of life.

DENTAL HYGIENE MONTH

October is National Dental Hygiene Month. Dr. John Krupka of Krupka Dental offers simple tips for better oral health every day, no EN HOUSEer what month it is.

MAMMOGRAMS

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Dr. Shaneli Fernando, a radiation oncologist at ThedaCare, talks about warning signs of breast cancer and the latest mammogram guidelines.

PRPs

We dive into what PRP stands for and, more importantly, what it can do to help our bodies heal, with Dr. Delo from Delo Sports Medicine.

BUILDING IMMUNITY

The fall season is upon us -- a season of cold and flu and other respiratory issues. Angela from Natural Healthy Concepts has tips to help build up your body’s defenses, including the first thing you should reach for when you feel the sniffles, besides a tissue.

EYE EXAMS

They say eyes are the windows into the soul, but they tell a lot about your inner workings. Dr. Taylor from Shopko Optical says optometrists can detect 270 health conditions -- many you may not connect to the eyes, like diabetes, high blood pressure, and melanoma. Dr. Taylor talks about the importance of an eye exam, whether it’s for an annual checkup or something in your eye.

EYE NUTRITION

Keeping your eyes healthy is a lifelong effort, especially with so much focus on phones, tablets and TV screens. Angela from Natural Healthy Concepts “drops” in with suggestions for this crucial part of your body and senses.

SPECTATING SPORTING EVENTS

Having mobility issues shouldn’t stop people from enjoying activities with their families, even if it’s watching sports from the bleachers. Kara at Bellin Health Home Care Equipment has advice for getting out to sporting events (and also how to avoid stepping around those bleachers).

ROTATOR CUFF

The shoulder is not so much of a socket as it is a golf ball sitting in a tee. The rotator cuff is a set of muscles and tendons in the shoulder keeping it together, and there’s a lot that can go wrong there. Dr. Marjorie Delo of Delo Sports Medicine says this is where the most common causes of shoulder pain originate.

CHILDHOOD IMMUNIZATIONS

Make sure your kids are ready for school. Dr. Kevin Hayes, a ThedaCare pediatrician, talks about the importance of having your kids’ check-ups and immunizations up-to-date -- especially coming out of the pandemic.

PREBIOTICS

Probiotics get all the headlines, but they need to eat the right foods to give you a healthier gut. Angela from Natural Healthy Concepts talks about prebiotics and how they can improve what’s going on inside.

DIGITAL DENTISTRY

”Digital dentistry” is an umbrella term for making everything you might not like about a dentist’s office a whole lot better: More efficient record-keeping, accurate orthodontics, making molds with a computer scan (no more sticking your teeth into gunk!). The one thing it doesn’t get rid of is the human touch. Dr. John Krupka explains more of the benefits digital dentistry offers at Krupka Dental Associates on 2 Your Health:

GALLBLADDER

Your gallbladder breaks down fat, and with today’s diets it needs all the help it can get. We’re joined by Angela from Natural Healthy Concepts to discuss gallstones and getting the gallbladder working right.

ACID REFLUX (GERD)

Acid reflux isn’t something that should be ignored as a part of life. Dr. Hassanain Jassim discusses what causes acid reflux, the symptoms, the possible consequences of letting it go untreated, and an outpatient treatment Surgical Associates of Neenah offers.

DRY EYES

Dr. Tanner Taylor, ophthalmologist at ShopKo Optical, talks about the many causes of dry eye and simple ways to treat it indoors and outdoors.

FOOT AND HEEL PAIN

Dr. Michal Kozanek talks about the most common injuries he sees as a foot and ankle surgeon at ThedaCare, and has 5 steps (no pun intended) to help you avoid injury and pain.

CT SCANS FOR DENTISTRY

John Krupka, DDS, explains how this medical technology is improving dentistry, including lasers and CT scanners, making a visit to the dentist’s chair easier, quicker, and more comfortable.

MEN’S HEALTH

Dr. Scott Hetzel from ThedaCare talks about the reasons why it’s so hard to convince men to see a doctor and why it’s so important that they do.

SUMMER BLOOD SHORTAGE

“The need for blood never, never ceases.” President/CEO John Hagins talks about how the Community Blood Center is growing to meet a life-saving need and how you can be part of a life-saving community.

ROBOTIC SURGERY

The robots can look intimidating, but their tiny “fingers” and high-definition “eyesight” allows doctors to perform surgery with more “precision” in a small “incision.” Dr. Jeremy Luedtke of Surgical Associates of Neenah discusses the benefits of and advances in robotic-assisted surgery and why he personally prefers it.

ALLERGIES

2023 has seen the highest pollen counts for this time of year since at least 2010. Brace your body against those blossoming buds with advice from Angela at Natural Healthy Concepts.

LOWER BACK PAIN

Our backs take a lot of wear and tear. Dr. Marjorie Delo of Delo Sports Medicine discusses ways to head off back troubles and treatments without surgery, including regenerative therapy.

HOSPICE CARE

A misconception about hospice care is that it’s for the very end of life, and even accelerates it. Unity Hospice medical director Dr. Amy James, explains how hospice improves or maintains a person’s quality of life for months or even longer -- and why sooner is better than later.

ORAL HEALTH

Dentists don’t just care about our teeth. Dr. John Krupka, DDS, of Krupka Dental, talks about what dentists look for when you open wide.

SLEEP AIDS

We talk with Angela from Natural Healthy Concepts on good sleep patterns and a few natural ways to make sure you get enough sleep.

SPRING ACTIVITY

The weather turned nice and people headed outdoors. If you’ve been hibernating this winter, Dr. Wagner has tips to “spring” into physical activity and what to do if you have aches and pains.

TESTOSTERONE

Men hear about testosterone a lot. Here’s how to get those hormone levels up to improve a number of areas of your life with advice from Angela from Natural Healthy Concepts.

COLON CANCER

March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month and screenings are critical. ThedaCare oncologist Dr. Poola tells us many colon cancer patients don’t have symptoms, so while it’s important to know the symptoms in case you should to talk with your doctor, it’s also important to know the many methods of cancer screening available to you.

SI JOINT DYSFUNCTION

Feel a pop or a lock? Dr. Delo of Delo Sports Medicine explains how back pain from the SI , connecting the hip and spine, differs from other back pain and how it’s treated.

BATTLE OF THE BULGE

As we get older, our waists want to get bigger. Angela from Natural Healthy Concepts talks about natural ways to beat the middle age spread besides some “tough love.”

UPPER RESPIRATORY PROBLEMS

There’s something in the air -- and Angela from Natural Healthy Concepts discusses ways to block symptoms and feel better while your body fights the illness.

METABOLIC (BARIATRIC) SURGERY

Dr. Kevin Wasco, co-medical director of ThedaCare‘s bariatric program, discusses metabolic surgery -- formerly bariatric surgery, but it helps with much more than just weight loss and can extend a person’s life. Dr. Wasco explains the conditions it can help with, who’s a good candidate, and what results to expect.