Guest Columns
Practical tips to help you prepare
(Fall 2007)
by Mary Jagim, R.N. Pandemic & Emergency Preparedness Consultant
Pandemics: What we know and don't know
(Fall 2007)
by By Joan Cook, R.N. MeritCare Infection Control Manager
Feeding your baby: The first year
(Spring 2007)
by Aaron Jost, M.D. MeritCare Pediatrician
Why choose a primary care provider?
(Spring 2007)
by Julie Blehm, M.D. MeritCare Internal Medicine
Can a healthy brain ward off dementia?
(Winter 2007)
by Bret Haake, M.D., MeritCare Neurologist
Helping your child cope with death
(Winter 2007)
by Michelle Jorgensen, M.D., MeritCare Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
Weight-loss myths: Know the facts
(Fall 2006)
by Andrea Nelson, MeritCare Registered Dietitian
What is a hospitalist?
(Fall 2006)
by James Volk, M.D., MeritCare Hospitalist
How to help children through a divorce
(Spring 2006)
by Rich Preussler, L.P.C.C., MeritCare Child and Adolescent Psychology
Heart valve repair: Highly successful and today's standard
(Spring 2006)
by Heart Surgeon Roxanne Newman, M.D., MeritCare Heart Center
Don't wait for a broken bone
(Winter 2006)
by Thomas Moraghan, M.D., MeritCare Endocrinology
Get the facts about food allergies
(Winter 2006)
by Patrick Stoy, M.D., MeritCare Allergy & Pulmonary Medicine
New options for extreme nearsightedness and cataracts
(Fall 2005)
by Thomas Strinden, M.D., Ophthalmologist
Buckle Up
(Fall 2005)
by Brenda Thurlow, M.D., Pediatrician
Smart strategies for helping older parents stay healthy
(Spring 2005)
by Mary Jo Lewis, M.D.
Your child's beverage of choice – and why it matters
(Spring 2005)
by Nicole Hegg, Registered Dietitian
How to calm a fussy baby
(Winter 2005)
by Sarah Lien, M.D.
Learning about trans fats could save your life
(Fall 2004)
by Janet Dietz, Registered Dietitian
For Men: Regular exams make a quality-of-life difference
(Summer 2004)
by Patrick Luger, M.D., Internal Medicine
Diabetes and your eyes
(Winter 2004)
by Steven Thom, M.D., MeritCare Ophthalmologist
Carry common sense in your backpack
(Fall 2003)
by Dianne "Mac" Nechiporenko, MeritCare Occupational Therapist
Teaming up to keep players safe
(Spring 2003)
by Kristine Schimek, Child Life Specialist, SAFE KIDS Coordinator and Michele Wiedrich, Athletic Training Coordinator
Think outside the box
(Winter 2003)
by Kristi Cassola, LRD Registered Dietitian
The future of Web technology opens a new door
(Fall 2002)
by Kirsten Jensen Web Specialist
Keep kids safe during days of summer
(Spring 2002)
by by Kristine Schimek Child Life Specialist, SAFE KIDS Coordinator
A Vitamin B12 Update
(Fall 2001)
by Cathy Breedon, PhD, RD CSP, FADA Clinical Nutrition Specialist
"Mom, I can't go to sleep"
(Spring 2001)
by Dr. Ron Miller, MeritCare pediatrician
Health information you can trust
(Winter 2001)
by Kirsten Jensen Web Specialist
"New age" approach offers kinder, gentler exercise
(Fall 2000)
by Lori Hill, Exercise Specialist/Group Exercise Coordinator, MeritCare Sports Medicine
Do bike helmets really make a difference?
YES! Here's how to make them a family habit.
(Spring 2000)
by Cathi Chial, Managing Partner; MeritCare Children's Hospital and Clinics
Exercise for older adults? It's never to late to start
(Winter 2000)
by Rory Beil, Exercise Physiology Coordinator, MeritCare Sports Medicine
What we know about diet and breast cancer
(Fall 1999)
by Cathy Breedon, PhD, RD CSP, FADA Clinical Nutrition Specialist
Special nutrition needs of children with chronic illnesses or handicapping conditions
(Spring 1999)
by Cathy Breedon, PhD, RD CSP, FADA Clinical Nutrition Specialist
Important new discoveries about folic acid and health
(Winter 1999)
by Cathy Breedon, PhD, RD CSP, FADA Clinical Nutrition Specialist
Nutrition for Eye Health
(Fall 1998)
by Cathy Breedon, PhD, RD CSP, FADA Clinical Nutrition Specialist