Cardiac Surgery Team Delivers Life-Changing Results When it comes to heart health, expertise matters. At St. Elizabeth, a nationally recognized leader in cardiac surgery, patients and families find unparalleled care, close to home. Through cutting-edge techniques, specialized teams and a commitment to patient-centered care, St. Elizabeth is transforming lives across the region. In recent years, St. Elizabeth has built a …

Winter brings the excitement of ice and snow, along with a higher risk of injuries. Ensure you’re spending your winter evenings in front of a fire or enjoying cozy moments, rather than in bed nursing an injury. “The beauty of the winter comes with potential hazards for your body. Taking the right precautions to protect yourself can go a long …

If you and your partner are expecting a new baby, creating a birth plan is an excellent way to prepare for your little one’s birth. A birth plan represents what is important to a mother and her partner during labor and birth. This includes both things you would and would not like during active labor, such as medications, aromatherapy, laboring …

The advice is straightforward: Stop smoking and work with your healthcare provider to protect your heart. Kentucky has the second-highest smoking rate in the nation, explains Joyce Jacobs, a Nurse Navigator at the Florence Wormald Heart & Vascular Institute at St. Elizabeth. According to the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS), more than 17% of Kentucky adults smoke, and more …

As the New Year begins, many people start with a new resolution — often to develop healthier habits. For those recovering from surgery, these resolutions can make a big difference. Drinking enough water and eating healthy foods are key to healing. When you focus on these good habits, it can help your body recover faster and feel better overall. Hydration: …

With the bitter cold temperatures of winter in full force, parents might be unsure how to dress their infants to keep them warm in teeth-chattering temperatures – without overdoing the layers. Generally, parents should put one layer more on their baby than they put on themselves in cold weather, said Dr. John LaCount, a pediatrician with St. Elizabeth Physicians’ Florence …

There’s a lot of advice out there on how to live a healthier, longer life – but actually accomplishing that can feel out-of-reach for some people. The American Heart Association provides a realistic science-based foundation to help people achieve success. Their formula focuses on five lifestyle behaviors and three health factors that make up eight key components for better cardiovascular …

Dr. Doug Flora is the Executive Medical Director of Oncology Services at St. Elizabeth Cancer Center, overseeing clinical operations, strategic planning and the expansion of cancer programs. He is also the co-founder of the Center for Precision Medicine, Genomic Health. He talks about efforts to bring the highest quality cancer care to Northern Kentucky and Southeastern Indiana. Q: How has St. Elizabeth …

Winter temperatures are back in the Tri-state area, and so is one of the season’s most popular activities: hitting the slopes. Whether you’re a lover of downhill skiing or more of a snowboarding enthusiast, the snowy and chilly weather means that winter sports are in full swing. But, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, more than 200,000 Americans …

It’s that time of the year. The cold weather has driven everyone indoors and that close contact puts us as risk. Protect Yourself Against Flu and Other Illnesses Dr. Meghan Markovich, a Primary Care Physician with St. Elizabeth Physicians suggests four important steps: 1. Get a flu shot. The single best way to prevent seasonal flu is get vaccinated every …