Friday, December 26, 2025

Health

“The What If’s”

Let’s call her Sarah, although that wasn’t her name. I’d had the privilege of delivering her, and the fun of watching her grow into...

No nightmares: K-State expert shares tips for Halloween food safety

MANHATTAN, Kan. – Temperatures are dropping and leaves are falling which means Halloween is quickly approaching. While the holiday is not always thought to...

“From Maiden to Mother to Matriarch: Understanding the Transition of Perimenopause”

Women experience distinct stages throughout their lives. In literature, these are often described as the maiden, the mother, and the matriarch phases. The transitions...

Beyond the Baseline: Understanding Tennis Elbow

A few years ago, I was helping with my son’s baseball team. One day, for a routine practice, my role was to hit fly...

Exercise and Arthritis: What Really Works

If your joints ache after sitting too long or make crackling sounds when you get up, you’re not alone. More than half of older...

“On the Spectrum”

I had a friend in high school who was generally considered a bit odd. He didn’t dress quite right, never knew how to “read...

“On the Spectrum”

I had a friend in high school who was generally considered a bit odd. He didn’t dress quite right, never knew how to “read...

“What Questions Do You Have?”

We have all heard it before. Before the end of the visit, the doctor will usually ask, “Do you have any questions?” That is...