Dear Doctors: My father passed away due to unexplained liver problems that we only now know was fatty liver disease. It’s 20 years later, and a CT scan shows some fat in my own liver. My liver readings are normal, but I’m the same age as my father was when his issues began. Should I be concerned?
“Trey” is a 12-year-old boy who started middle school this year. Hard enough for anyone at an age when kids are trying to fit in.
Dear Doctors: I think that as I get older, I may be developing a sensitivity to caffeine. If that’s actually something that can happen, it will make me very sad. I have always loved my cup of coffee in the morning, but now I find that it makes me a bit racy. I would love to understand why.
MANHATTAN, Kan. — Rabbits are a common invader of home gardens, especially when plants flower in spring. Kansas State University horticulture expert Ward Upham said there are many common-sense ways to keep the hungry critters out.
Water more or less often depending on the weather, turfgrass species, soil type, season, shade, fertilization practices, mowing height, and slope. Weather changes by season and varies considerably from year to year. Adjust watering frequency to the weather and not the calendar.
“Happy Mother’s day!” It was Julia, sleepily walking out of the bedroom holding, Gumdrop, her pet miniature poodle. Snuggling up next to me on the couch, we shared a hug. There were mixed feelings as I thought of the day ahead. Daniel had always been sure to show me how much he appreciated having me mother his children. This year, no Daniel.
Hypothyroidism, the condition of the thyroid gland not making enough thyroid hormone, is a common hormonal disorder. Perhaps because hypothyroidism is common and its symptoms can be widespread and vague, misconceptions abound. Let’s cover the facts.
TOPEKA, Kansas — Kansas will be the first state to let foster children pick their foster parents. The goal of the one-ofa-kind program is to let older foster children create strong connections that could help them as they age out of the state’s care.
The Butler County Historical Society Home of the Kansas Oil Museum is holding a “Victory Garden Luncheon and Tour” June 18 to benefit the Preservation Fund for the Historic Buildings of the Kansas Oil Museum at the Butler County Historical Society.
The power of the Kansas cattle industry means grocery shoppers in the state won’t be buying anything called sausage or burger unless it’s made of animal parts. Gov.