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Idaho Matters is a wonderful way to stay up to date, meet people and understand there’s much more to this great state. Hosted by Gemma Gaudette on Boise State Public Radio News, it features arts and politics, growth and education, and the interesting stories that make Idaho unique. Send us your questions, comments or story ideas by emailing idahomatters@boisestate.edu or sending us a voicemail using the “Talk To Us” feature on the free Boise State Public Radio app.

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**How wildfires can lead to floods** May 04, 2023
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The impact of a wildfire doesn't go away once the flames are out. By scarring the Earth, a fire can leave an area vulnerable to floods.
That’s a real risk this year when the snowpack is high in Colorado, Utah and Idaho, which is already facing threats of flooding across several parts of the Gem state.
KUER’s Curtis Booker reports from Utah, which has had a number of big fires, for the Mountain West News Bureau.

**Idaho Matters Doctors Roundtable: May 3, 2023** May 03, 2023
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The Biden administration will end most federal COVID-19 vaccine requirements next week, rolling back a vast assertion of government power that helped bring an end to the worst public health threat in 100 years. So what does that mean moving forward?
Dr. David Pate, former CEO of St. Luke's Health System and current member of the Idaho Coronavirus Task Force, joined Idaho Matters to help answer this question.

It's time to hit the trails! Recommendations on where to hike with your dog May 03, 2023

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Summer is right around the corner and two Boise dog owners teamed up to write a book about 80 trails, paths and parks that are great to explore with your furry friends.

Matt Clark and Diana Burrell love to hike with their dogs and found sometimes they are on a trail and there's either not enough shade, water or the tread wasn't quite right for paws. Their book "The Hiker's Guide: Treasure Valley Dog Hikes & Walks" came about after they talked to Scott Marchant, who has been writing hiker's guidebooks for several years.

The book discusses topics like safety, preparation and bringing enough water for your dogs. They also gave trail ideas for older dogs or dogs with short legs, like Barber Park Path, the Greenbelt and trails by Celebration Park in Canyon County.

Burrell said all the trails mentioned in the book, like Table Rock and Sinker Butte near Swan Falls Dam, are within 90 minutes of Meridian. Their favorite places to go with their dogs are Seaman's Gulch Complex, Pinnacle Point and Amity Dog Park in Nampa.

Clark and Burrell will be at Rediscovered Books in downtown Boise for a book signing on Thursday, May 4, so bring your dogs and pick up a copy before your next hike.

**'The Daydreams:' An author interview with Laura Hankin** May 03, 2023
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Author Laura Hankin is known for delivering witty, smart and funny women's fiction and she is back with her latest novel, The Daydreams. She joined Idaho Matters to talk more about her newest book.

**Idaho Matters discusses the importance of menopause knowledge** May 02, 2023
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Approximately half of all Americans will go through menopause. However, it remains an under-discussed topic, leaving many scared and uninformed about the changes they are experiencing.
It also leaves them in the dark when it comes to perimenopause symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats and hormone therapy.
Idaho Matters spent an hour talking about this important topic with three experts in the field:
Jill Gustafson, a certified nurse midwife and menopause specialist with Quantum Women's Health
Dr. Paru David, internist and women's health specialist at the Mayo Clinic and menopause-certified practitioner by the North American Menopause Society
Dr. Tali Sobel, women's health internist at the Mayo Clinic and menopause-certified practitioner by the North American Menopause Society
The experts spoke with Gemma about the difference between early perimenopause, perimenopause and menopause; symptoms and temporary treatments; misinformation around hormone replacement therapy; sexual health and how to advocate for yourself to get the help and treatment you need.

A woman wearing a denim shirt and shorts with a backpack, standing in a body of water with the words 'what can you give Idaho' at the bottom. — **'Idaho Gives' gives a helping hand to local nonprofits** May 01, 2023
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Idaho nonprofits are struggling, especially after demand for their services increased dramatically as part of the COVID-19 pandemic.
But this is the time of year when nonprofits get a lifeline from the community with Idaho Gives. It’s a four-day fundraiser where you can help your favorite nonprofit.
Kevin Bailey with the Idaho Nonprofit Center says it’s vital, especially for tiny groups that struggle to stay afloat monetarily. He spoke with our Morning Edition host George Prentice to talk about how nonprofits are doing and how Idaho Gives works.

**Research project looks at water accessibility in the Navajo Nation** May 01, 2023
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One organization in our region is examining water quality and access on tribal lands. Emma VandenEinde of the Mountain West News Bureau took a trip to the border of Arizona and New Mexico to see how.

**How to have hard conversations with your kids** May 01, 2023
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Now more than ever, kids are needing the support of the adults in their life. This is why St. Luke's is hosting a virtual health talk on "How to Show up for Young People with Compassion and Understanding."
This talk will look at how we can create safe environments for kids to share their feelings so that we can better listen and support them, while also helping them find a way forward.
Erin Pfaeffle, the Senior Director of Community Health and Engagement with St. Luke's joined Idaho Matters to talk more about this and the upcoming event.

**How writing a letter can help preserve your legacy** May 01, 2023
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At some point in our life, many of us think about the kind of legacy we would like to leave behind or the things we want our loved ones to know.
And what better way to communicate these thoughts and desires than through a letter, which is exactly how some people are choosing to pass on their life lessons and values to the next generation? Jay Sherwin, the founder of the Life Reflections Project joined Idaho Matters to talk more.

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