We all know the benefits of being active and eating healthy foods: Good nutrition and regular physical activity strengthens and nurtures our bodies and minds. But wait, it gets even better! Involving the whole family in physical activity and meal prep has added benefits, including improved academic scores, higher self-esteem and reduced risky behaviors among…
It’s been making national headlines this week — a teen in South Carolina died after consuming a heavy dose of caffeine. Reports indicate he drank a large Diet Mountain Dew, a café latte from McDonald’s and an energy drink just hours before his death. Dying from caffeine? Experts say it’s highly unlikely (there’s speculation other…
Bradley Roberts has a busy first week of summer vacation. After his kindergarten graduation at Coral Ridge Elementary, he’s gathering supplies and hosting Bradley’s Beverage Bonanza, an event to raise money for children fighting cancer. That’s normal for a 6-year-old, right? Bradley and his mom, Tracey, are avid listeners of Jesse & MJ, radio personalities…
The third annual Norton Children’s Hospital Splash ‘n’ Dash 5k Walk/Run will be held Saturday, Aug. 5, 2017, at a new location: the Big Four Lawn at Louisville Waterfront Park. The new location will offer more space for splash-tastic water obstacles and more fun for the whole family — all while benefiting a great cause!…
As the wellness manager for Norton Children’s Prevention & Wellness, I continually look for innovative ways to promote healthy behaviors among young people. Recently, I took on tobacco use. With 90 percent of adults who smoke starting before age 18, how do we stop this habit from forming in the first place? I went straight…
Sarah Pierce has big plans on May 21, 2017. That is the day she plans to shave her shoulder length hair at the Chili’s® Clip for Kids event. Pierce has been growing her out her hair while raising more than $20,000 in preparation of this moment. Pierce shares in her own words why she is…
Quinton Higgins barely survived the deadly bus crash in 1988 and was treated at Norton Children’s Hospital. Quinton and his nurse, Judy Eberenz, still a Norton Children’s Hospital nurse today, recall the harrowing journey and how they share a bond 30 years later. Quinton: I always describe it as the best day of my life…
Gardeners know that Derby weekend marks the point in spring when it’s safe to begin planting flowers and vegetables. If you’re seeking a way to instill some healthy habits in your kids, consider planting a garden. Many children believe that the only place to find fruit and vegetables is in the produce section of the…
Late-night TV host Jimmy Kimmel used his opening monologue Monday night to give an emotional account of how his newborn son was diagnosed with tetralogy of Fallot. Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) is a congenital heart condition marked by four defects: a hole in the heart; the aorta lying over the hole; an obstruction from the heart to…
A colleague of mine was recently traumatized after she found a tick on her head. She discovered it while driving and, in a moment of panic, ripped it off and tried to drown it in her coffee (not the recommended way to kill a tick, by the way). This sparked a conversation in the office:…
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