Kentucky leads the nation in colon cancer rates, but it’s 90 percent preventable through screening
All too often Kentuckians don’t get screened for colon cancer because of fear, embarrassment, lack of access and cost concerns,…
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Latest KHIP poll: Health insurance is important factor in Kentuckians’ ability to get needed health care
Having health insurance is an important factor in being able to get needed health care. According to information released today…
SmartHealthToday: Choosing the right extracurricular activity for your child — it’s OK to push a little
By Colleen Weinkam SmartHealthToday When your kids are young, picking and choosing extracurricular activities is something of a free-for-all. You…
St. E’s announces PrimeWise program schedule — good nutrition series, back pain, living wills
St. Elizabeth’s PrimeWise program (aimed at adults 50+) is hosting new programs at the end of the month and beginning…
SmartHealthToday: Alan Rickman’s death from pancreatic cancer creates heightened awareness
When a celebrity experiences a specific illness, that can raise its profile – at least temporarily. After well-known actor Alan…
SmartHealthToday: Never too late to quit smoking, benefits are immediate; how about now?
By Dianne Gebhardt-French SmartHealthToday It’s not too late to quit smoking, and some benefits are nearly immediate, a range of…
Harsh winter weather poses numerous health threats: Be aware of steps to avoid risks — and stay safe
With low temperatures and snowy conditions around the state, many Kentuckians could be exposed to harsh winter elements. To prepare…
SmartHealthToday: What puts men at risk for prostate cancer? Early detection is the key
By Dianne Gebhardt-French SmartHealthToday What puts men at risk for prostate cancer – the second leading cause of cancer deaths…
Attorney General Beshear says dismantling successful Kinect program is ‘bad policy”
Attorney General Andy Beshear, whose father former Gov. Steve Beshear implemented Kynect, the state’s online health insurance marketplace, opposes Gov….
SmartHealthToday: ‘Male menopause’ — accurately, andropause — related to drop in testosterone levels
By Dave Malaska SmartHealthToday The term “menopause,” we know, refers to a feminine process, the hormonal and physical changes women…
SmartHealthToday: Your list of five foods to always keep in the kitchen (and those to toss away now)
SmartHealthToday Team The easiest way to eat healthy is to make sure your kitchen is always stocked with healthy foods….
New U.S. dietary guidelines urge reducing sugar consumption, adding more vegetables to your diet
The latest edition of the Dietary Guidelines released today suggest Americans should increase consumption of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts…
Don’t let busy travel schedule take a toll on your health — it’s National Staying Healthy Month
According to the U.S. Travel Association, Americans take 2.1 billion trips for business or leisure annually. Unfortunately, your health takes…
SmartHealthToday: Are you ready to start relaxing by meditating — here’s how to get started
SmartHealthToday Team You likely have a friend who has tried meditation. Whether you’re wondering exactly what that friend did –…
SmartHealthToday: Annual survey of top trends in fitness to expect in 2016 (are you wearing one?)
By Dave Malaska SmartHealthToday With sales expected to approach $6 billion by the end of 2016, the wearable fitness technology…
SmartHealthToday: Walk like a penguin — to keep safe on snow and ice (yes, there will be some)
By Dave Malaska SmartHealthToday Winter is bound to happen eventually — and that usually means ice and snow. The Centers…
About your eyes: Color perception changes with seasons, new research shows; our vision adapts
By Dr. Dawn Stratton Special to NKyTribune With winter officially underway, I thought you would be interested in new research…
SmartHealthToday: Winter provides unique challenges for runners — here are some tips
By Dave Malaska SmartHealthToday Runners are a hardy bunch. Hardy and committed. No matter how committed, though, running during the…
National campaign challenges older drivers to formulate a plan before giving up the keys
The Eldercare Locator, a program established and funded by the Administration for Community Living (ACL) and administered by the National…
SmartHealthToday: Depression is a serious disorder; if you are ‘blue” for more than a few days, seek help
By Peggy O’Farrell SmartHealthToday Depression is a serious mood disorder likely rooted in a combination of factors: Genetics, chemical imbalances…
SmartHealthToday: Easy, healthy gifts for anyone on your list — and we’re drawing a picture for you . . .
SmartHealthToday Team If you’re like most everyone else, one of the biggest anxieties you experience this time of year is…
Foot Health: Fashionable, high-heeled boots can leave you treading on thin ice during winter
Dr. Matthew Ellsworth Special to NKyTribune Although fashionable, high-heeled boots put you at increased risk for slips, falls, and injuries…