Fast treatment when suffering a stroke is critical, how you can recognize the warning signs
Dr. Jessica Lee University of Kentucky Every second matters when it comes to stroke. During Stroke Awareness Month, it is…
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Lawn mower injuries are preventable, here’s how to stay safe during grass-cutting season
By Dr. Patrick Grace University of Kentucky As grass begins to grow and lawn care ramps up across Kentucky, it’s…
During spring, sniffles are common nuisance, but not always allergies; how to know the difference
Dr. Dylan Spencer University of Kentucky Spring in Kentucky often brings beautiful blooms, warmer temperatures and more time outdoors. It…
What you need to know about the difference between ultra processed vs. minimally processed foods
Dr. Michael Hall University of Kentucky Walk into any grocery store and you’ll see it: aisles filled with brightly colored…
Heart disease is often undiagnosed in women, here’s why their symptoms get overlookecd
By Dr. Nouran Sorour University of Kentucky As a cardiologist, I see this far too often: women come to us…
Bladder leaks shouldn’t be a normal part of life, here are some steps you can take to fix them
By Dr. Johnnie Wright Jr. University of Kentucky Think bladder leaks are just part of aging? Laughing, sneezing, or lifting…
Smoking’s toll on the heart health is widely known, but other major risks exist with lighting up
By Dr. Peter Haigh University of Kentucky We have known for decades that smoking tobacco is bad your health. Quitting…
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…
How to protect your children and yourself following Kentucky’s first verified case of measles in two years
By Dr. Nicholas Van Sickels University of Kentucky Over two decades ago, measles — a highly contagious and potentially deadly…
Norovirus is on the rise across Kentucky, here’s how to recognize symptoms and avoid infection
By Dr. Nicholas Van Sickels University of Kentucky Have you washed your hands recently? Proper handwashing is the number one…
Kidney stones are common, here’s what you should know about symptoms and prevention
By Dr. Peter Sawaya University of Kentucky Kidney stones are common. In the US, one in 11 individuals will be…
In many cases, liver cancer is preventable; here are steps you can take to reduce the risk
By Dr. Joseph Kim University of Kentucky Liver cancer is the sixth leading cause cancer death in the U.S. The…
Change of seasons brings increase in outdoor chores; how to avoid and treat eye injuries from fall cleanup
By Dr. Andrew Pearson University of Kentucky When the leaves start changing, we know fall is here, and with it…
Minor cuts and scrapes are a part of summer, here’s how you can best treat them at home
By Julie Elder University of Kentucky Minor cuts and scrapes are common and can usually be treated and monitored at…
How to have a sun-safe summer by protecting your skin while spending time outdoors
By Dr. John D’Orazio University of Kentucky Spending time outside in the summer is a great way to stay active,…
With ‘trauma season’ upon us, make safety a priority during those summertime outdoor activities
By Dr. Andrew Bernard University of Kentucky Warm weather is upon us which means longer days, time spent outdoors, the…
With more than 2000 kids awaiting organ transplants, time – and organ size – are critical
Dr. Meera Gupta University of Kentucky Nearly 100,000 Americans are waiting for a life-saving organ. More than 2,000 of those…
Promoting a healthy heart and the right amount of exercise during Heart Month this February
By Dr. Marc Paranzino University of Kentucky February is Heart Month, a time to focus on our cardiovascular well-being and…
Antibiotics can save lives, but they’re not the right treatment for all ailments; what you should know
University of Kentucky In the U.S., more than 2.8 million antimicrobial-resistant infections occur each year. Antimicrobials – a group of…
A new less invasive procedure offers alternative to traditional treatment for uterine fibroids
Dr. Mark Hoffman University of Kentucky Uterine fibroids, noncancerous tumors that develop in the uterus, are very common. Most of…
Focusing on one activity, or ‘sports specialization,’ in young athletes can do more harm than good
By Dr. Ben Wilson University of Kentucky “Sports specialization” is a topic that’s come to the forefront in recent years,…
Acupuncture can be an effective non-medication treatment; here’s how it may benefit you
By Dennis Kim and Norah Charles University of Kentucky Acupuncture involves the insertion of needles on specific points of the…
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