In this episode of Healthy Talk, we explore a life stage that affects every woman but often goes unaddressed: the transition into perimenopause and menopause. Midwife Megan Sloat from Madrid Family Practice and Dr. Lindsey Hay from Boone County Hospital Family Medicine share their expertise, compassion, and real-world insight on what women can expect during this significant hormonal shift.

Megan and Dr. Hay walk listeners through the differences between perimenopause and menopause, the symptoms women commonly experience, and the surprising ways these hormonal changes can impact sleep, mood, and overall well-being. They also break down treatment options—both hormonal and non-hormonal—and offer practical guidance for protecting long-term health, including bone and heart health, during and after the transition.

Whether you're beginning to notice changes yourself, supporting someone you love, or simply want to better understand this stage of women’s health, this episode provides clear, encouraging information from trusted Boone County Hospital providers. It’s an open, empowering conversation designed to help women feel informed, supported, and confident as they navigate this important transition.

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In this episode of Healthy Talk, we explore the timely and important topic of antibiotic resistance with Mikel Brandhorst, Pharmacist at Boone County Hospital. Mikel shares how his passion for patient care and medication safety led him into pharmacy—and how his role at Boone connects him directly with both the care team and patients to ensure medications, especially antibiotics, are used responsibly and effectively.

From his insider perspective, Mikel walks us through what happens when a patient is prescribed an antibiotic. He also tackles some of the most common misconceptions about antibiotics, explains how resistance develops, and discusses the growing impact this issue is having on patient care, even in local communities like Boone.

Whether you've ever taken antibiotics yourself, have a loved one in the hospital, or simply want to be a more informed patient, this episode sheds light on the critical role pharmacists play—and what each of us can do to protect the power of antibiotics for the future. It’s a practical, eye-opening conversation from someone on the front lines of keeping our medications safe and effective at Boone County Hospital.

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In this episode of Healthy Talk, we sit down with Sara Klute Behn, who is concluding her remarkable 20-year tenure as Executive Director of the Boone County Hospital Foundation. For two decades, Sara has connected community generosity with hospital needs, helping bring meaningful projects and programs to life.

Together, we reflect on her journey, celebrate accomplishments that have touched patients, families, and staff, and talk about the challenges and joys of leading a Foundation rooted in service. Sara also shares a look ahead at this year’s Harvest Festival: Decades of Dedication, and why this year’s Fund A Need—supporting a new ambulance—is so critical for Boone County.

Whether you’ve attended a Foundation event, been impacted by its work, or simply want to be inspired by a story of commitment and community, this conversation offers gratitude, insight, and encouragement.

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