Tune into this month’s episode as we interview, April McCuthchen, a WebMD mental health coach. We explore what mental health coaching is, how it differs from therapy, and how it can complement other forms of support. April shares insights into WebMD’s mental health coaching, common work place stressors, and practical ways people can build resilience, improve well-being, and create meaningful personal change.

The information in this podcast does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. It should not be used as a substitute for health care from a licensed healthcare professional. Consult with your healthcare provider for individualized treatment or before beginning any new program.

Looking for mental health support? Get support with mental health coaching from specialists who have certifications to support the management of depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD, dealing with crises and much more. Learn more about mental health coaching options today by visiting www.webmdhealth.com/wellwisconsin or by calling 1-800-821-6591.

The information in this podcast does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. It should not be used as a substitution for health care from a licensed healthcare professional. Consult with your healthcare provider for individualized treatment or before beginning any new program.

Living with a chronic condition takes more than willpower—it requires resilience, support, and access to the right programs. In this episode, we explore how people in Wisconsin are building that resilience while managing health challenges like prediabetes. We will highlight the state’s Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), a proven lifestyle change program that helps people live healthier, longer lives.

We will hear from Pam Geis with the Wisconsin Department of Health Service, Division of Public Health, who coordinates Wisconsin’s Diabetes Prevention Program, and Debb, who has lived the experience, and is a Diabetes Prevention Program graduate. Together, they will share the tools, mindsets, and community connections that foster long-term health and resilience.

Resources Discussed During Interview:

• https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/prediabetes/index.htm
• https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes-prevention/index.html
• WebMD Coaching and DPP Program, call 1-800-821-6591 or visit www.webmdhealth.com/wellwisconsin

In this episode, we sit down with local therapy and rescue experts to explore the powerful connection between pets and well-being.

The information in this podcast does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It should not be used as a substitution for healthcare from a licensed healthcare professional. Consult with your healthcare provider for individualized treatment or before beginning any new program.

Links to resources referenced during interview:

1. Read With Me Program

2. Pet Partners

3. Underdog Pet Rescue of WI

4. Dogs On Call Inc.

The information in this podcast does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. It should not be used as a substitution for health care from a licensed healthcare professional. Consult with your healthcare provider for individualized treatment or before beginning any new program.

In this month’s interview we sit down with Erin Austin, board member at large for Abundant Yoga Community, a non-profit organization with a mission to reach people who might have limited access to commercial yoga studios due to financial or geographical constraints. Our conversation focuses on how yoga is changing lives in River Falls, Wisconsin and across the state. We hope you’ll tune in during National Yoga Awareness month and discover the health benefits associated with yoga while considering giving this practice a try.

Resources Discussed in this Interview

From Abundant Yoga Community:

• Abundant Yoga Community
• Fall Into Yoga event in Hudson, WI, September 28
• On-Demand Trauma-Sensitive Continuing Ed Training

From Well Wisconsin

• Well Wisconsin On-Demand Fitness Library
• Register for virtual Slow Flow series through Well Wisconsin, starts September 10
• Register for virtual Yin Yoga series through Well Wisconsin, starts September 22
• Connect with a WebMD Health Coaching at webmdhealth.com/wellwisconsin or by calling 1-800-821-6591

Online Yoga Classes Recommended by Erin Austin:

• Seane Corn
• Dianne Bondy
• Susanna Barkataki
• Lizzie Lasater

Menopause is a major life transition—but it doesn’t have to feel like a mystery. In this empowering episode, registered dietitians Annie Haas, MS, RDN, and Melissa Phillips, MS, RDN, CD, LD, from UW Health, break down the nutritional strategies that can help women feel their best through perimenopause and beyond. Tune in and walk away with simple, effective ways to feel more in control of your body and your health journey during menopause.

The information in this podcast does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It should not be used as a substitution for healthcare from a licensed healthcare professional. Consult with your healthcare provider for individualized treatment or before beginning any new program.

References from interview:

• WebMD Health Coaching-Talk to a health coach individually or sign up for group coaching today by calling 800-821-6591.
• Positively Me- Learn about Positively Me by calling 1-800-821-6591 and talk to a coach to see if this program is a good fit for you.
• Menopause Society
• MSCP Certification for Healthcare Providers
• Dr. Mary Claire Haver's book, the Pause Life
• The Midlife Feast.(Podcast)
• UW Health Nutrition Programs

In this episode of Well Wisconsin Radio, we explore the often overlooked link between alcohol and cancer and discuss the latest research on how even moderate drinking can impact cancer risk. Noelle LoConte, MD breaks down the biological mechanisms behind alcohol-related cancers, practical steps for reducing alcohol consumption, and the rising popularity of mocktails.

Episode Resources:

• Wisconsin Alcohol Policy Project (WisAPP)
• Quit Like a Woman: The Radical Choice to Not Drink in a Culture Obsessed with Alcohol by Holly Whitaker
• Finding Local Resources: Google ‘alcohol reduction’ and whatever your city name is.
• Life Kit Podcast: 6 strategies to help you take a break from drinking alcohol
• Well Wisconsin Satisfaction Survey

The information in this podcast does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It should not be used as a substitution for healthcare from a licensed healthcare professional. Consult with your healthcare provider for individualized treatment or before beginning any new program.

In this episode of Well Wisconsin Radio physical therapist Molly Gill explains how movement can help manage and improve chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, and chronic pain. We dive into the physical benefits of regular activity, including reduced inflammation, improved joint mobility, and better overall function. Molly offers practical advice on safely incorporating movement into daily routines and overcoming common barriers, highlighting the long-term advantages of staying active for managing chronic health conditions.

The information in this podcast does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It should not be used as a substitution for healthcare from a licensed healthcare professional. Consult with your healthcare provider for individualized treatment or before beginning any new program.

Resources:

Talk to a health coach individually or sign up for group coaching today by calling 800-821-6591.

Move For A Million Challenge-Get started today by logging into your Well Wisconsin account at www.webmdhealth.com/wellwisconsin and clicking get moving now on the move for a million card.

MyFitness Pal App.

Tiny Habits: The Small Changes That Change Everything by B.J Fogg PhD.

The Arthritis Foundation's Guide to Good Living with Osteoarthritis by The Arthritis Foundation.