Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms
A weakened abdominal aorta can enlarge into a dangerous aneurysm. The article explains how AAAs form, who is at risk, and why rupture requires urgent surgery.
THE COST OF THANKSGIVING DINNER
Thanksgiving meals pack heavy calories and high sodium. Turkey, stuffing, gravy, and pie add up fast and can affect heart health. The article explains how one holiday meal causes real risk and why moderation protects you.
The Winning Playbook: Sports and Wellness – Minimizing Sports Injuries
Sports and physical activity are fantastic ways to stay fit, relieve stress, and foster a sense of camaraderie. Whether you’re an amateur enthusiast or a seasoned athlete, participating in sports can be a rewarding and enjoyable experience. However, the thrill of the game also comes with the risk of injury. That’s why at Kirkpatrick Family…
Are Low-nicotine Cigarettes the Answer?
ARE LOW-NICOTINE CIGARETTES THE ANSWER? It’s common knowledge that smoking cigarettes (and pipes, and chewing tobacco) cause billions of dollars of health care expenses a year. And hundreds of thousands of deaths. Meanwhile, Avandia, Redux and other effective drugs are removed from the market because of a few dozen deaths. What’s the deal here? Well, first…
Counting Calories to Lose Weight
You know, almost every bit of advice about general health, calls upon Americans to exercise regularly. The concept is so nebulous that it is universally ignored. Or it’s ineffective because “the devil is in the details.” So at your annual Complete Physical Evaluation, I tell you to exercise. You agree. Then what happens???? Often, nothing. …
Losing Weight Via Exercising
WHERE TO BURN THE CALORIES Basically you have two choices, at home or at a fitness center. First, here is a list of the locally available options for centers. Second, is a list of places to walk, jog, bike, or swim. Finally, some pointers on how to work out at home. ATHLETIC CLUBS YMCA of Southwest…
A scientific study on the notion of regular exercise
By Dr. Richard Kirkpatrick On September 15, 2012 my son’s 21st birthday, I will have worked out in the gym for 550 consecutive days. It has become an automatic part of every day, unhindered by workload, vacation travel, or even sickness. I am chasing former Mark Morris High School, Pepperdine University, and NBA player Doug…
Instrument Donations
Music-loving physician gets band instruments for schools – Mayo Alumni – September 2008 Longview physician has turned gift of music into a personal mission – The Daily News – October 25, 2009 Monticello Mustang Musicians honor Dr. Richard Kirkpatrick Family and friends were treated to a great concert held in a packed Monticello cafeteria on October 20th….