Every two weeks, Robb Rettie, MD, drives from his home in Danville to CHI Saint Joseph Health – Cancer Care in Lexington for treatment. He could access the treatment at a cancer care center in his hometown, but the hour-long drive to Lexington is worth it for Rettie. “We knew Dr. (Scott) Pierce was excellent, […]
Monthly Archives: October 2019
Those with a History of Smoking Should Be Screened for Lung Cancer
Smoking and lung cancer are a big problem nationwide. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death and the second most diagnosed cancer in both men and women in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. With the second highest smoking rate in the country, Kentucky has the highest […]
Man on a Mission
James Rollins, MD, has been with the CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group – Orthopedics for three years and practiced medicine for almost two decades. He was raised in the church, and he grew closer to God following his medical residency’s completion, entwining his faith with his career. “I’m a follower of Jesus Christ, and one […]
Going Swimmingly
Aquatic therapy can provide benefits for patients they may not receive on solid ground. For patients with arthritis, fibromyalgia or other health concerns that can make exercise difficult, aquatic therapy provides an opportunity to strengthen their bodies without the added pressure of gravity. “The water’s buoyancy takes weight off the person, so they are able […]
‘There’s a Breaking Point’ – Couple Finds Life is Better after Weight Loss Surgery
When Steven and Nashia Fife met while serving in the military, they were very much the outdoorsy types. They later took their children to all the sites, hiking their way through nature. At some point, that changed. “We were watching nature documentaries instead of going out into the woods,” Steven said. That wasn’t the only […]
Sleep Disorders Are Dangerous to Overall Health and Wellness
More than one-third of adults in Kentucky reported that they don’t get enough sleep. And, up to 50 percent of children in the United States will experience a sleeping problem, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In addition to impacting a person’s mood and ability to function normally day-to-day, a consistent lack […]