One-third of Kentuckians are prediabetic, this simple quiz can help you determine your risk
By Tami Ross University of Kentucky About 1 in 3 Kentuckians have prediabetes and often go undiagnosed due to a…
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American Heart Association says statins do not pose undue risk of neurological complications
By Dr. Larry Goldstein University of Kentucky Statins, drugs often used in the treatment of patients with or at higher…
Suffering a stroke can have a significant impact on vision; some warning signs that affect the eyes
Dr. Padmaja Sudhakar University of Kentucky The visual pathway is very long and goes from the eyes to the occipital…
Mark Fleming: Early detection of peripheral arterial disease can help prevent more than just amputation
Early recognition and treatment of peripheral arterial disease (PAD) can prevent leg amputations, but it can also reduce a patient’s…
Smart Health: Stroke kills twice as many women as breast cancer, is third leading cause of death
St. Elizabeth Healthcare According to the Centers for Disease Control, one in five women in the United States will have…
Healthy Headlines: High cholesterol increases health risks, can often be managed with diet and exercise
You’ve got high cholesterol. Now what? What’s the best option to lower it? According to the Center for Disease Control,…
Commentary: Breath of fresh air — and better oral health too — are benefits of a Smoke-Free Kentucky
By Dr. Laura Hancock Jones, Dr. O. Wayne Mortensen and Rick Whitehouse Coalition for a Smoke-Free Tomorrow Most of us,…
SmartHealthToday: Don’t let a stroke stop you from doing what you love — but know how to lower risk
It’s time to step up the battle to prevent strokes, the number one cause of serious disability for adults, according…
Covington joins Pulsara Moblie Application network, connecting fire department to life-saving network
Covington will join neighboring cities to implement the Pulsara Mobile Application for use by the Covington Fire Department — all…