Logan Carroll is a young man on the move. A junior at Western Kentucky University, Carroll spent last summer biking 3,600 miles across the United States to raise money for Alzheimer’s research with his fraternity, Phi Gamma Delta. He also enjoys distance running, camping, hiking and, of course, hanging out with friends. Carroll sounds like…
Patients at Norton Children’s Hospital are feeling the love this Valentine’s Day. Local radio station 102.3 Jack FM has spent the past few weeks collecting hundreds of digital valentines from the community as part of the Cupid’s Kids program. Station personalities printed the valentines to distribute with other packages to patients and their families. …
Nearly 10 children a day come to a Norton Children’s emergency department for constipation. It’s also the No. 1 reason for stomachaches. Yes, you read that right. Several things can cause constipation, but one of the easiest to fix is diet. Norton Children’s Gastroenterology (502) 588-2330 “Not eating enough fiber can definitely have an effect…
Living with cancer at any age is difficult, but experiencing cancer as a teen is especially difficult when you’re trying to be “normal.” T.J. Branham’s sister, Kayla, opens up about her teen brother’s diagnosis and his incredible strength throughout his cancer journey. I remember so clearly getting the call from him almost in tears saying…
We’re now more than a month into the new year, and chances are many of us have already given up on our New Year’s resolutions. If you’re still dedicated to your resolution, congratulations! You are one of the small but mighty few who can make changes and stick with them! If you need a little…
Every girl goes through puberty at her own pace, but it usually happens slowly over several years. It’s often hard to tell exactly when it begins or when to expect changes to happen. However, there are some outward signs you can watch for. You’ll see many average age ranges for when puberty begins. It’s important…
Fainting, or passing out, is a brief or sudden loss of consciousness. It can happen quickly and resolve quickly. Many older children and teenagers faint during childhood. While fainting in children may not be serious, it might be a sign that your child should see a heart doctor (cardiologist). Know what to look for so you can get the help your child…
If you have a small child, you know it can be a challenge to keep them occupied in the car. Many products are available that attach to child safety seats to entertain, support and keep baby warm. But are they safe to use? A recent video out of Texas showed a mirror reflecting sun onto…
When most people see Emily and Ethan Byler holding their stuffed animals, they don’t think anything of it. But if you stop and listen, there’s something special about Emily’s bear, Jessie, and Ethan’s dog, Gracie. Inside those furry frames is their baby sister Eva’s delicate heartbeat. Emily, 5, and Ethan, 4, dreamed of the day…
As a mom of two healthy, happy and well-behaved young girls, I thought I had parenting all figured out. My girls go to bed on time (most nights), they pick up their toys (by the time I count to three) and they eat their veggies (after some serious convincing). As a wellness specialist with Norton…
You’ve been seeing the same gynecologist for years; you feel comfortable with her and trust her. Is she right for your 13-year-old daughter’s first gynecologic visit? Whether your daughter lets on or not, you can be sure she is nervous about her first visit. You may feel clueless about what’s going on with her. She…
Don’t miss your last chance to visit “Hope & Healing: Celebrating 125 Years of Norton Children’s Hospital,” a 4,200-square-foot exhibit at the Frazier History Museum! The exhibit closes Feb. 4, 2018. Did you know that the children’s hospital was the second hospital in the nation to perform a pediatric heart transplant? That it was the first…