UK Health: Looking at heart disease in a new light – using PET scans for cardiac imaging
By Dr. Talal Alnabelsi University of Kentucky When it comes to diagnostic imaging of your heart – such as MRI,…
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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…
UK’s new Agricultural Research Building will advance state’s agricultural industries
The University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment (CAFE), joined by members of the Kentucky General Assembly, UK Board of…
University of Kentucky trustees approve controversial new rules for decision-making
By McKenna Horsley Kentucky Lantern University of Kentucky trustees gave final approval Friday to a new internal governance structure that…
June is CPR and AED awareness month; learning child, infant-specific CPR could help save a life
By Dr. Callie L. Rzasa University of Kentucky More than 23,000 children suffer an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest annually. While the…
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,…
Website helps Kyians find mental health treatment; has had 5,000 first-time users since March launch
By Stephanie Ramsey University of Kentucky Despite growing awareness of mental-health issues, many people still struggle to find the right…
Pelvic health is an integral part of women’s well-being, but pain and discomfort is often dismissed
By Dr. Johnnie Wright University of Kentucky Pelvic health is crucial to a woman’s overall well-being but is often misunderstood…
UK #iCANendthetrend youth board wins Tobacco-Free Kids’ 2024 Group Youth Advocates of the Year
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News The University of Kentucky’s #iCANendthetrend Youth Advisory Board has been named the Campaign for…
Dillon Powell graduated from UK College of Medicine at NKY campus, heads to UK hospital for residency
By Charla Hamilton University of Kentucky Northern Kentucky has always been home for Dillon Powell, a fourth-year medical student at…
Understanding the signs and symptoms of bladder cancer, and what you can do to minimize risk
Dr. Zin W. Myint University of Kentucky Kentucky has one of the highest rates of new cancers in the U.S.,…
Eli Capilouto: The University of Kentucky must accelerate progress to advance Commonwealth
In a recent meeting with several employers from across the country who hire our graduates, I heard many of the…
University of Kentucky’s University Senate votes ‘no confidence’ in UK President Eli Capilouto
By McKenna Horsley Kentucky Lantern The University of Kentucky’s University Senate has approved a resolution of no confidence against President…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: New seed orchard program aims to grow seedlings for KY Division of Forestry
Plant a tree. Not just any tree, but one that produces quality mast, such as the White Oak (Quercus alba)….
Kentucky Small Business Development Center at UK to help new childcare businesses across state
By Ryan Ferguson University of Kentucky The Kentucky Small Business Development Center (SBDC) announced a $300,000 grant from the U.S Small Business…
Kentucky’s March unemployment report shows slight uptick on month, stands at 4.5 percent
Kentucky’s seasonally adjusted preliminary March 2024 unemployment rate was 4.5%, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS). The preliminary…
Recognizing the signs and symptoms of stomach cancer, and how you can reduce your risk
Dr. Joseph Kim University of Kentucky While stomach cancer was in the headlines not long ago with the sudden death…
Kentucky AD Mitch Barnhart expects further direction on NIL, transfer portal within college athletics
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Kentucky athletics director Mitch Barnhart anticipates changes within the landscape of college athletes in the…
Studies show Paxlovid, a medication proven effective in the treatment of COVID-19, is being underutilized
By Dr. Nicholas Van Sickels University of Kentucky A safe and effective medication designed to prevent mild-to-moderate COVID-19 infections from…
UK names Virginia Tech Hokies coach Kenny Brooks as next to lead Wildcats women’s basketball
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today The search for a women’s basketball coach at Kentucky ended Tuesday. Kenny Brooks, who has…
Patients, caregivers invited to provide perspectives as part of new University of Kentucky PEER Program
By Dr. Gia Mudd-Martin University of Kentucky If you have experience as a patient caregiver, or community member with significant…
Opinion – With antisemitism on the rise, we must support Kentucky’s teachers in holocaust education
By Dr. Janice W. Fernheimer, Dr. Karen Petrone and Jeff Polson University of Kentucky Antisemitism has been on the rise…