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Brad Daniels |
Chocolate Good for You or Just Really Good
We've heard some chocolates are actually good for us. What kind and how much until the negative effects of eating chocolate outweigh the benefits?
Mari Rydings |
When Stomach Troubles Turn Serious
Constipation, diarrhea and bloating. Everyone has stomach trouble from time to time. But, irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, can keep the bowels in constant turmoil and make daily life challenging. IBS is a chronic stomach disorder that causes pain, recurring diarrhea or constipation, or both. Frequent trips to the bathroom are only part of the […]
Jodi Rawson |
For Your Eyes Only
Vision changes are a normal part of aging. Most people find themselves reaching for reading glasses once they hit their 40s. Sometimes, other more serious age-related vision problems, such as macular degeneration, develop and cause concern. Part of living a quality life with AMD is knowing the symptoms .“The most notable symptoms of age-related macular […]
Kim Shopper |
Keeping the Faith After a Cancer Diagnosis
David is now in remission and back to work after two years of treatment and recovery. It may sound odd for someone to feel “chosen” for cancer but that’s how David Rolf feels after being diagnosed with multiple myeloma. For David, who works in Radiology, his cancer diagnosis strengthened his faith and his […]
Lisa Schuster |
New Technology Maximizes Hearing Aid Fit
One of the issues we as audiologists have with hearing aids is that everyone’s anatomy is unique, and hearing aid manufacturers cannot account for everyone. This can result in ill-fitting hearing aids. Having a well-fitting hearing aid is vital for people with hearing loss. Because hearing aid manufacturers cannot account for the unique shape of […]
Jodi Rawson |
Kindness Overflows
The image of a newborn leaving the hospital wearing only a lightweight T-shirt and diaper lingered with Social Worker Mary Ann Lytle, MSW. She knew in her heart babies transferring into foster care deserved more when they left the hospital. Mary Ann wanted to show those babies that NKCH staff cared about them. Asking […]
Jodi Rawson |
Spring Forward With Success
Scott Shorten, MD, Meritas Health Neurology With the return of Daylight Saving Time, many people are searching for that lost hour of sleep and fumbling for that extra jolt of Joe. If you’re struggling with the time change, Scott Shorten, MD, with Meritas Health Neurology, suggests these tips for an easier transition. Eat […]
Susan Fierro-Baig |
The Travels of a Paper Clip
One day a young man decided to see if he could exchange a paper clip for bigger and better things, and after a year’s worth of trading, he ended up with a house in Canada! It’s called the Paperclip Challenge and on February 24, I was challenged to see what I could exchange for a […]
Jodi Rawson |
National Colorectal Cancer Month
Ben Mizrahi, MD, Colorectal Surgery Associates, PC Colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, according to the American Cancer Society's 2019 statistics. Symptoms Although the signs can vary, common symptoms of colorectal cancer may include: No signs or symptoms at all A change of bowel habits […]
Ancy Maruthanal |
Creating a Good Work-Life Balance
Advice from Dr. Ancy What are your secrets to creating a good work-life balance? Life is so busy now with two kids and a full medical practice. I think the key to having work-life balance is planning ahead and making a schedule. My husband and I, we have a shared Google calendar where we write […]
Kim Shopper |
Carve, Fakie and McTwist…
Couple’s Skateboards Roll Around U.S. Shanon and Jason stay young at heart by making boards for skaters who are typically under 18. Ollie pop. Kickflip. Nosegrind. Those words may sound strange to most adults, but not to Shanon Powers, a teacher at the Children’s Learning Center. Shanon, 51, and her husband, Jason, 44, became familiar […]
Kim Shopper |
Warming the Needy With Special Hats
Susan creates hats with personalized messages (below) that she gives to low-income children, the elderly and the homeless. Susan Fierro-Baig, RN, 8th Floor Pavilion, creates hats that provide warmth for heads and hearts. Susan personalizes each hat with an uplifting word, like hope, strength or faith. St. Joseph television station KQ2 recently selected […]