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Athletic Trainer Katie LaRue-Martin shares how to keep your kiddos safe during outside play ahead of this weekend's potential winter weather. bit.ly/3tMdqYg

We have partnered with Lunnie to provide nursing bras to moms in need. bit.ly/476a93F

Nothing brings a family together during the holidays like a home-cooked meal. But few things ruin the festivities faster than a severe allergic reaction. And children may not know how to express that something is wrong when disaster strikes. bit.ly/48azkn5

The holidays provoke strong feelings. Joy. Stress. And grief. If you have suffered loss, it doesn't take much—decorating the tree, setting the table—to trigger grief. Julie Manuel, clinical therapist, shares how to process grief this holiday season. bit.ly/3Tx0gJr

Sarah expected a year of new experiences: a new marriage, a new living situation, and even a couple of new dogs. Even though she knew change was inevitable, nothing prepared her to hear, "You have colon cancer." bit.ly/3RcQXeE

U.S. News & World Report has recognized Kettering Health Main Campus and Soin Medical Center as 2024 High Performing hospitals for Maternity Care, the highest-level distinction for the category. bit.ly/46Ppohk

Shannon Gavin was diagnosed with epilepsy at 13 years old. More than a decade later, she learned shocking news about her condition during a stay in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit. bit.ly/40Ytlik

Gratitude, it's said, is a virtue. One we celebrate today with friends, family, and food. But some may wonder—with the mad dash toward holiday shopping mere hours away: Is gratitude worth the trouble? ketteringhealth.org/is-gratitude-g…

Even though 1 in 10 Americans have type 2 diabetes, it is still highly misunderstood and stigmatized. The best way to dispel misconceptions is to understand what life is like for people with type 2 diabetes. bit.ly/47ykK8o

Tom Beery is a singer. A devoted husband. A supportive friend. And a stage 4 esophageal cancer survivor. When he had the chance to sing the National Anthem at the @Bengals' Crucial Catch game, he sang for a stadium of survivors. ketteringhealth.org/tom-beery-sang/

Nothing can prepare a child for a parent's cancer diagnosis. And the Williamson children had to endure it twice. The Children's Lives in Moments of Bravery (CLIMB) Program helped them develop the skills to cope with their parents' cancer diagnoses. ketteringhealth.org/learning-to-cl…

Five Kettering Health medical centers earned an "A" Hospital Safety Grade from The @LeapfrogGroup. bit.ly/46aoj3k

Many of us rely on caffeine to get through each day. But no matter what your favorite caffeinated drink is, it’s important not to drink more than your body can handle. Dr. Joseph King, a primary care physician, shares how much caffeine is too much. bit.ly/3Sm1NkG

Dr. Deanna Allgeyer, a primary care physician, shares how to recognize the physical symptoms of stress and explains why they can be dangerous if stress is left unchecked. bit.ly/40iUrAq

Osteoporosis is a silent condition—it's often not found until someone breaks a bone. A DEXA scan detects bone density loss before a fracture happens. bit.ly/46CHljN

Mammograms are the best defense against breast cancer, but women under 40 can still improve their chances of detecting cancer early. Deanne Rose, manager of the Kettering Health Breast Center, shares how to properly perform a breast self-exam. bit.ly/3s3ML8r

A research grant from the American Osteopathic Association will allow us to launch a study on osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) for patients with carpal tunnel syndrome. ketteringhealth.org/kettering-heal…

Some people welcome fall with open arms, excited for cozy sweaters and warm drinks. But those who struggle with seasonal affective disorder (SAD) often feel hopeless and anxious as the seasons change. bit.ly/3ZPpAv8

Heidi went to the doctor to see if her swollen foot was broken. She left with the news that she had breast cancer. She spent the next 24 hours asking herself, "Why me?" But turning her faith to find answers, she reshaped her mindset to "Why not me?" bit.ly/3PWgsAy

We are once again partnering with the @Bengals to promote the @NFL's Crucial Catch cancer prevention campaign. And this year, Head Coach Zac Taylor is serving as spokesperson. bit.ly/3La6dXG