Kristie McNealy, MD

It’s getting a little crazy around here again, but I couldn’t let September 1st pass without reminding you all that September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.  Cancer is the number 1 disease killer of children, and despite the improving survival rates for most childhood cancers, 1/4 of all kids who are diagnosed with cancer still [...]

[ad#250x250]A few weeks ago, I found out about a unique tool to use when talking with very young children about their parent or grandparent who has cancer.  Someone I Love is Sick is a book that is geared towards children between the ages of two and six.  It’s unique because the book is designed as [...]

This morning, my oldest daughter enthusiastically greeted everyone by shouting “Happy Earth Day!.”  Her enthusiasm for the “holiday” waned a little bit when she realized there weren’t any presents or fancy meals involved.  I, on the other hand, began enjoying it a little more when I was able to claim saving energy as my excuse [...]