What you should know about hypertension, one of the leading causes of chronic kidney disease
By Dr. Makayla Nelson and Dr. Katherine Donaldson University of Kentucky Almost half of adults in America — or about…
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St. E. Healthy Headlines: Can you rely on blood pressure kiosks to track your numbers?
Blood pressure kiosks are a fast, easy, and cost-free way to monitor your blood pressure. But are they accurate? As…
Bluegrass Wildlife: Follow your heart, both when hunting in the field and in your everyday life
By Howard Whiteman Murray State University The buck slipped in like they always do during the early archery season. One…
What you should know about decongestants and blood pressure as cold and flu season hits high gear
By Dr. Vincent Sorrell University of Kentucky It’s the season for respiratory viruses and the cough, congestion and sore throats…
University of Kentucky study finds time-restricted eating may reduce hypertension related to diabetes
By Elizabeth Chapin University of Kentucky A new University of Kentucky College of Medicine study suggests that time-restricted eating may…
New high-blood pressure guidelines are lower — 130/80 — and aim at early triggers for treatment
By Kristen Mees St. Elizabeth Healthcare The American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology, issued new blood pressure guidelines in…
Lyn Hacker: Getting ready for the great outdoors — update your medical kit and know some basics
‘Tis the season for outdoor living and potentially bad weather, so why not add some extra special goodies to your…