Kentucky has ‘very high’ rate of respiratory illness — when to seek medical help
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News Kentucky is seeing a “very high” rate of respiratory illness, especially among children. “We…
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St. E. Healthy Headlines: Heart attacks can happen unexpectedly, act fast if you suspect symptoms
Heart attacks often don’t send warning signs. So, when people suddenly and unexpectedly feel symptoms, they think, “This can’t be…
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): UK expert explains how to understand and overcome it
By Lindsey Piercy University of Kentucky Do you notice a shift in your mood when the days are shorter and…
WHO declares monkeypox a health emergency; here’s how it spreads and the symptoms
By Ilhem Messaoudi University of Kentucky The World Health Organization recently declared monkeypox a public health emergency of international concern…
Edward Pavlik: September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month; early detection is the key
September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. In the U.S., ovarian cancer causes more deaths than any of the other gynecological…
Joseph Reagan: On PTSD awareness day, let’s strive to know signs, symptoms and stigma, and do better
June 27 is National Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Injury Awareness Day. It is a day dedicated to raising awareness…
Arrival of Spring means the arrival of allergy season; some tips to help manage symptoms
For many people, the beauty and sense of renewal that comes with spring is overshadowed by its effect on their…
Healthy Headlines: Ever heard of ‘jumper’s knee’ (that’s patellar tendinitis)? Heads up, athletes
You may have never heard of jumper’s knee, or patellar tendinitis, but it is one of the most common knee…
Shelley Shearer: Rise in diabetes cases is affecting Kentuckian’s oral health; check symptoms, have plan
Did you know that diabetes can severely affect your smile? Over 13 percent of Kentuckians have been diagnosed with the…