Wellness Wake Up Call

Wake up to better health with Wellness Wake Up Call! In just two minutes, University of Illinois Extension and WVIK, Quad Cities NPR bring practical tips and motivation to help you take small steps toward a healthier, happier life.

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Give the gift of life and donate blood

January 5, 2026

As we ring in the New Year, we also celebrate National Blood Donor Month. During the winter months, supplies often run low. So, consider rolling up your sleeve this January to give the gift of life.

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Healthy Aging Month

October 18, 2023

September is here, and that means it's officially Healthy Aging Month. It's a time to celebrate growing older and wiser while taking steps to maintain our health and vitality. In today's episode, I'll share some practical tips to help you age gracefully

The facts about vaping

October 18, 2023

Joining me today is Krishna Marme, the Community Tobacco Consultant for Scott County Health Department.

Tips for Extreme Heat

July 5, 2023

Keep Kids Safe this Summer

June 12, 2023

Stroke Prevention

May 3, 2023

You may have heard of the acronym FAST or F-A-S-T. It stands for Face, Arms, Speech, and Time. If you think someone may be having a stroke, ask these questions:Does one side of the face droop when smiling?Does one arm drift downward when both arms are raised?Does speech sound strange or slurred?If...

Disaster Preparedness at Home

September 1, 2022

Just in time for September, national disaster preparedness month, Kristin Bagdonas shares her top tips for disaster readiness at home, whether it's natural or financial.

8 Dimensions of Wellness

January 26, 2022

Good Morning, this is your Wellness Wake Up Call with Kristin Bogdonas, nutrition and wellness educator for University of Illinois Extension, serving Rock Island, Henry, Mercer, and Stark Counties. Joining us today is Flora Denton, dietetic intern for the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign.