Ted’s Frankfort Report »
By Teddy Edmonds State Representative D-Jackson Week of January 30, 2012 FRANKFORT – It’s been a busy week in Frankfort. There was a lot of work – and a little play – in the state House of Representatives this week. A bill that would alter the makeup of school-based decision making councils in [...]
Put Yourself in Your Opponent’s Position »
Sometimes when we have a difference of opinion with another we become locked into our respective positions, and simply get stuck. It seems we just cannot bypass the deadlock, and stress or unhappiness builds on both sides. The more strongly we argue for our viewpoint, the less able we are to see the other side [...]
Ted’s Frankfort Report »
By Teddy Edmonds – State Representative – D-Jackson Week of January 9, 2012 FRANKFORT – The convening of the 2012 Regular Session of the Kentucky General Assembly last week marked the beginning of my work in Frankfort this year. More than 200 bills have already been filed, and we’ll likely consider more than 1,000 proposals [...]
LAURA ON LIFE: The Blinding Truth »
Laura on Life The trouble with the world can be characterized by an example of human behavior that is readily recognized, but is nonetheless unexplainable. This example happened while I was driving home one night. The thoughts in my head were the usual reminders my subconscious is always sending me: What to buy, who to [...]
Exercise and Arthritis »
Exercise and Arthritis By: James Elliott Turner II, Breathitt Co. Health Department Many people with arthritis believe that they should avoid exercising for fear of doing further damage to their joints. Research has shown that exercise is, in fact, an important tool in helping to control arthritis and can actually help alleviate many symptoms and [...]
Prevention Saves Lives »
There are many things we can do to reduce our risk of cancer and other diseases. Here are 5 lifestyle choices that will help you stay healthy as possible. 1.) Don’t use tobacco. Say no to tobacco products, including chewing tobacco. This is the single most important thing you can do to prevent lung cancer [...]
Building a Healthier Breathitt County Oct. 2011 »
Building A Healthier Breathitt Co. One Step At A Time By: James Elliott Turner II, Breathitt Co. Health Department Nature’s Best Nature offers many sweet choices for eating well: juicy red cherries, plump purple plums, and orange, luscious tangerines, just to name a few. In fact, all fruits fit into a colorful and healthy diet. [...]
Building A Healthier Breathitt Co. One Step At A Time »
Teen Drug Use The following behaviors can be warning signs of problems related to alcohol or other drug use. Physical • • • • • • • Emotional • • • • • • • • • Family Relationships • • • • • • • • • • • • School Activities • • [...]
Coping with Life After Childbirth »
Every woman’s experience with childbirth is different. For some, it is relatively easy and uncomplicated. For others, there may be varying degrees of difficulty, fear, and even trauma. Once the baby is born, all of the focus shifts immediately to the newborn. The mother is often left to process her feelings and reactions to [...]
Ted’s Frankfort Report »
By Teddy Edmonds State Representative D-Jackson Week of June 13, 2011 FRANKFORT – Conveniently situated between Memorial Day and Independence Day, many people forget to celebrate Flag Day. It’s June 14, and until you read these words, there’s a good chance you forgot, too. It’s not an official holiday that we take a day off [...]
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