“I did not know what to say when the doctor came and told me that I had cancer. I was like, ‘No, this can’t happen to me,’” Indarius Walker recently told a reporter. The 16-year-old was describing how he reacted to learning he had osteosarcoma. “Osteosarcoma is a form of cancer that primarily impacts those under age 25…
Hi again! I just got back from the 2018 Speak Now for Kids Family Advocacy Day in Washington, D.C. I had such a great time representing Norton Children’s Hospital and being a voice for sick kids across Kentucky. I kicked off the trip on a high note by eating a whole pound of crab. Few…
Family fun for all ages “Last August, I wanted something special to do together with my oldest son before he moved from Louisville. My son was ready for his next life adventure after finishing college. I didn’t want a sad goodbye dinner, but to create a unique memory. Since we are a family that is…
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a warning for consumers telling them not to eat Kellogg’s Honey Smacks cereal — no matter the package size or best-by date printed on the package. The cereal has been linked to an outbreak of Salmonella that has sickened 100 people in 33 states, including…
The event Eight-month-old Stella is one of Norton Children’s Hospital’s tiny patients waiting for a new heart. Her family is aiming to raise $50,000 for the new Jennifer Lawrence Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU). They are hosting a yoga fundraiser, “Stretch for Stella.” The event will be held on Saturday, July 21, from 12:30 to…
I remember coming home from school in tears one afternoon. Earlier that day, our sixth-grade class had received health screenings. After looking over my back, one of the examiners gave me some shocking news. “You probably need to see a doctor,” she said. “I think you have scoliosis.” I was terrified. I’d heard that some…
Interested in learning more about how you can help kids at Norton Children’s Hospital? The Children’s Hospital Foundation offers two exciting opportunities for teens to get involved in making a difference while learning new skills: Teen ambassadors and Teen Board. Teen ambassadors Applications due Monday, July 23, at 11:59 p.m. If you have any questions,…
School has started for many students and with that comes the back-to-school hustle and bustle — kids walking, running and biking through neighborhoods and yellow school buses cruising the streets. “Whether children walk, ride their bicycle or take the bus to school, it is extremely important that they — and those around them — take…
If you’ve ever fired up an Xbox or PlayStation, you’ve likely seen the warning that certain video games can cause seizures. Recently, some theaters have posted health-related warning signs about animated film “Incredibles 2” after several fans tweeted about a scene that could be concerning for people with photosensitive epilepsy. The movie also includes a…
The 2018 Wings for Kids Radio-Controlled Airshow on June 2 and 3, 2018, raised a record amount — nearly $46,500 — far exceeding its goal of $40,000. The achievement was recently announced during a check presentation at E.P. “Tom” Sawyer State Park’s Bill Fluke Airfield. The funds will benefit the Norton Children’s Hospital “Just for…
About 3,500 babies in the United States die each year from sudden unexpected infant death (SUID), which is death that occurs suddenly and unexpectedly in children under age 1. The cause of death is not always immediately clear, but half of these deaths are attributed to sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Others often are related…
It’s that time of year again! School is either starting soon or has just started, and we all know how hard it is to get your kids back into a routine. It’s important for parents to know the steps to success in order to get their children off on the right foot in school. According…