Abby Madden and Cassie Oleson were recently recognized as two of the 2026 Great Iowa Nurses. We chat with them about their experiences in nursing and what it’s like working with the team at Spencer Hospital. 

Students from Spencer High School tell us about their No Boundaries program and the projects they've worked on with LINC to help raise awareness for mental health resources and the 988 helpline.

Jordan Achterhoff, Spencer Hospital Wound Care Clinic Director, joins us to talk about feet!  Foot health is very important to a person's overall health.  Learn more about how to care for your feet and what to watch for that might cause issues down the road.

Sara Taylor shares a behind the scenes look at Spencer Hospital’s Teddy Bear Clinics for first graders. 

Cold and flu season is here, and respiratory illnesses are showing up everywhere. In this episode, we break down what’s actually going around, how to tell the difference between the common cold, flu, and other respiratory infections, and what you can do to protect yourself and your family. With practical, evidence-based medical advice from Dr. David Keith, we cover symptoms to watch for, when to stay home, when to seek medical care, and the most effective steps for recovery and prevention. Whether you’re feeling under the weather or trying to stay healthy, this episode cuts through the confusion with expert guidance you can trust.

In this episode, Spencer Hospital Dietitian Darlene DeWitt shares practical, easy to follow tips for building a balanced diet and making healthy eating habits stick. Whether you are just getting started or looking for simple ways to stay on track, Darlene offers approachable guidance to help you feel your best without feeling overwhelmed. 

Spencer Hospital President & CEO, Brenda Tiefenthaler, introduces us to Spencer Hospital, an independent Top 20 Rural & Community Hospital located in Spencer, Iowa.