“I’d rather a liver go to someone who didn’t drink like I did.” “I did this to myself. There is no way I’ll get a transplant.” “I’m an alcoholic. People like me don’t qualify for a new liver.” These are words I’ve heard throughout my career from patients who don’t feel worthy of receiving a…
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“Self-care” may sound like the latest buzzword for females, and for some even the term “self-care” may feel selfish. In a world where so much seems out of our own control, self-care focuses on what you can control – your wellness. The Center for Women & Infants at UofL Health – UofL Hospital offers these…
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A number of health issues may have a negative impact on a woman’s well-being during pregnancy and childbirth. Three out of five maternal deaths in the U.S. are considered preventable, yet the U.S. has a higher rate compared to other high-income countries. The Center for Women & Infants (CWI) at UofL Health – UofL Hospital…
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Taking charge of your health and your body is one of the most important things you can do while being pregnant. Pregnancy places significant demand on the female body and unfortunately, many pregnant women are unaware of the stress that pregnancy places on the heart. It is critical that women are aware of the impact…
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A brain aneurysm (cerebral aneurysm) is a weak area in an artery of the brain that fills with blood and causes an outward bulging or ballooning. While not all aneurysms will rupture, if they do, it is a potential life-threatening condition that can result in a stroke, brain damage, or death if not treated immediately….
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