Back to School: Better Sleep for the Whole Family
It’s 8 p.m. You’re tired. They’re tired. Patience is thin, but bedtime negotiations have just begun and it’s looking like it’ll be a long night. Sound familiar? If you’re a parent or caregiver of a child who is hesitant to get into a back-to-school bedtime routine, you’re not alone. Dr. Raelene Mapes, a pediatrician at […]
What Can I Expect When Using a Midwife?
Baptist Health-Fort Smith recently welcomed a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) to its medical staff. Certified nurse midwives have post-graduate training in obstetrics and gynecology and have passed the national board-certification exam administered by the American College of Nurse Midwives. Nurse midwives care for women during childbirth, including monitoring both mother and baby during labor, assisting […]
Keeping Your Kids Safe and Healthy This Summer
School is out and our local parks, trails and neighborhoods will soon be filled with kids looking for fun ways to spend their summer breaks. Baptist Health pediatricians see a wide variety of injuries among their patients during the summer months. Here are three of the most common summer safety topics to consider before sending […]
Stroke Survivor Encourages You to Know the Warning Signs
Dewayne Wilson, 52, Fort Smith, says he’s never had a “real vacation.” The construction worker and father of two likes to stay busy. But in March 2022, an unexpected medical emergency stopped him in his tracks. “I got a routine before work: I get up at 4 a.m. go and take my shower, fix my […]
Summer Shoe Advice from Foot Experts
Warmer weather often means more outdoor activities, and let’s be honest – cuter shoes! But grabbing those cheap flip-flops the next time you head out the door could put you at risk for problems down the road. Podiatrists at Baptist Health tend to see more patients suffering from foot injuries and pain during the summer. […]
Fuel the Future: 5 Tips for Sustainable Eating
March is National Nutrition Month, and this year’s theme from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is “Fuel for the Future.” It highlights the importance of fueling bodies at every age and eating with sustainability in mind and the expertise of registered dietitians. Sustainable eating involves selecting healthy foods for our bodies and the environment. […]