Many parents and children dread the first day of school with jitters about separation from each other. Children are nervous about being away from their parents, in a new surrounding, having to make new friends, and about being around many new people including teachers and other children, many of whom are also uneasy about their…
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Being in your fourth trimester, the first 12 weeks postpartum, of pregnancy can be an overwhelming experience, especially as a new mom. With a new baby and body changes, it can be hard to feel like you know what to do and what is going on with your body. In the upcoming series of articles on…
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Have you ever been eating a meal and felt like something was caught in your throat? You take a sip of whatever is closest to you, but it may not bring relief. What you are experiencing could be dysphagia. What is dysphagia? Dysphagia is the medical term for difficulty swallowing foods or liquids. At its…
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In 1967, the first viral group of hepatitis was discovered. Two years later, a vaccine for hepatitis B was developed. As we have many medical advancements to better prevent and care for viral hepatitis, this group of infectious diseases still affects millions of people worldwide. Kentucky is sitting close to the top of the list…
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Achalasia is a swallowing disorder that affects your esophagus. The main function of the esophagus, which is a muscular tube, is to transport food and liquids into your stomach from your mouth. It is a very rare clinical condition which afflicts adults between the age of 25 and 60. Its incidence is about 1 out…
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