This series is designed to inform and educate viewers about various health issues. Kaylene Cornell, Purchase District Health Department Health Education Coordinator is the host of Healthy Living. Stacey Young of Western Baptist Hospital hosted from June 2011 - February 2012.
Ride for the Refuge - April 23, 2012
Cycling is a growing sport in the Western Kentucky area. Ride for the Refuge is Ballard County's second annual bicycle tour. It is set for May 19, 2012. Martha Emmons, co-owner of BikeWorld, and Julie A. Thomas, Ballard County Schools Education/Public Relations Director, speak about the event with Kaylene Cornell of the Purchase District Health Department. They also discuss general bike exercise and safety. (View Show)
Heart Health - February 1, 2012
February is heart month, and Stacey Young prresents some alarming statistics about cardiovascular disease. Learn the symptoms of a heart attack and what you should do to help prevent one. She speaks with Annie Tynes, RN, Coordinator of the Western Baptist Hear Center and Melvin Croft, RT/CB, Cardiac Cath Lab Supervisor. (View Show)
Smoking Cessation - October 14, 2011
The Cooper/Clayton Method is a safe and effective way to help people stay smoke-free for the rest of their lives. Stacey Young interviews hospitalist Ben Thompson, M.D. of Western Baptist Hospital about the risks and dangers of smoking. (View Show)
Stroke - October 14, 2011
A stroke occurs when blood supply to the brain is impeded either by a blockage or a hemorrhage. Learn to recognize the warning signs and Act F.A.S.T. Stacey Young interviews neurologist Joseph Ashburn, M.D., director of the Western Baptist stroke center. (View Show)
Sports Injuries - September 15, 2011 Many people of all ages are getting out and getting active for all of the healthy benefits. These benefits, however, can come at a costly price -- sports injuries. Stacey Young interviews Brian Kern, M.D., Orthopedic Institute of Western Kentucky, about ways to prevent and rehabilitate such injuries. (View Show)
Neonatal Care - July 30, 2011 The last thing that a woman wants to think about is something going with herself or her baby. It's very important to understand health issues that mothers may have to accept. Stacey Young speaks with Amber Savells, M.D. of Obstetrics & Gynecology of Paducah, PSC about such issues. (View Show)
Childhood Obesity - June 22, 2011
Is your child overweight? One in three children in the U.S. is overweight or obese, which can lead to serious health problems now and later. Learn how to improve your families overall health through diet and exercise.
Stacey Young of Western Baptist Hospital is the new host of Healthy Living. (View Show)
