Cancer should only occur in old people — old people we don’t know. It was awful, as little kids, when our grandmom died of lung cancer. That was our frame of reference for the injustice of this disease until Feb. 15, 2016, when our little brother, Owen, died of cancer. He was 16. Owen was…
Brittany and I have been through a great deal to get to this point in our pregnancy journey. I can tell you that throughout your own pregnancy, not everyone will agree with you and your partner 100 percent of the time. But the following points are some advice I feel is important to pass along…
This story was originally published in 2013 and has been updated. Having tiny electrodes placed all over our newborn’s scalp to test his hearing was not the way we envisioned our baby beginning his third week of life. But after failing his newborn hearing screening, Cole was sent to the children’s hospital to get an…
Calcium is a superhero for your child’s bones, setting them up for a strong, healthy body later in life. And it’s hidden in some surprising places — like spinach! Try this recipe for a calcium boost. Green Goblin Smoothie 2 handfuls fresh spinach (about 2 cups) 1 banana 1 cup berries of your choice (strawberries,…
Celebrate the last blast of summer with an easy and healthy grilling recipe. Chill out and let your grill do the work. Grilled Chicken Breasts With Lemon Broccoli 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts 2 quarts cold water ¼ cup sea salt, plus more for seasoning ¼ cup sugar 1 bunch broccoli, cut into florets 1…
Summer Blizzard has always been an active person but decided she was ready for a new challenge. A couple of years ago, she learned about the Bike to Beat Cancer through her husband, Chris Coslow, who races road bikes. It was a natural fit for her new challenge, as the cause has a place near…
The chia seed’s name instantly brings to mind a catchy refrain from a TV commercial. Cha-cha-cha-chia! But this chia is no pet. It’s a tiny seed packed with a wallop of health benefits. Chia seeds are harvested from the Salvia hispanica plant, a type of plant in the mint family. The word chia means “strength”…
Though it still feels like the endless summer, apple season is here! And who doesn’t love apple pie? Now you can enjoy everything you love about apple pie in a much healthier and easier way! This smoothie recipe mixes your favorite flavors with good-for-you ingredients, making this a perfect morning treat or anytime snack. Apple…
***This article includes graphic details*** As a medical resident, I saw a 4-year-old girl with a large tear in her vagina that required surgery to put it back together. I couldn’t image what had happened. The family said she fell on the top of a plunger. The examination (and common sense) said otherwise. The mother’s…
When Iraq invaded Kuwait in 1990, leading to the first Gulf War, Oldham County native Kenneth J. Payne, M.D., was bound by honor, duty and commitment to serve his country. The then 24-year-old left his job in the hospitality industry and enlisted in the U.S. Marines. He was eventually stationed at the U.S. Embassy in…
Breastfeeding can seem like a daunting task — it did for me. What questions should I ask? How do I prepare? What if the baby can’t or won’t latch or arrives early? How do I go back to work and pump? I knew going into this pregnancy that breastfeeding definitely was a possibility and something…
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy sweet and juicy watermelon. Melons are high in essential vitamins and minerals, making them an excellent choice for a snack or side dish. They have high levels of vitamin C, vitamin A, potassium and lycopene. Melons play an important role in healing, maintaining healthy teeth, skin, bones and…