Kentucky by Heart: Exercise is important always, but as we age, some adjustments need be made
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Oh, the glorious sunshine of summer… but oh, the challenging heat and humidity of the…
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Wear and tear on knees can take a toll resulting in pain, genicular artery embolization can offer relief
By Dr. Merve Ozen University of Kentucky Of all the joints in the body, the knees get the most wear…
Thanksgiving is often associated with ‘too much,’ here are five healthy ways to say thanks this holiday
Thanksgiving has gotten a bad rap. Too often it’s associated with too much food, too much alcohol and too little…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: Americans have headed outdoors in record numbers during the pandemic
The constraints placed on indoor activities by the COVID-19 pandemic are driving people outdoors, in record numbers. Participation in traditional…
Doctors tell patients to ‘take exercise pills’ because physical activity is good for the mind and the body
By Arash Javanbakht Wayne State University As with many other physicians, recommending physical activity to patients was just a doctor…
Kenton County Fiscal Court approves conversion of Fox Run golf course into park; doubles park acreage
The Kenton County Fiscal Court approved the conversion of the 225-acre Fox Run golf course into a park, nearly doubling…
Nichole Koontz: Don’t let exercise take a back seat — get moving, at least 150 minutes a week
It’s that time of year again when we will strive to wear the perfect outfit, select a perfect gift and…
Loss of muscle just comes with age and makes us vulnerable — here’s what you can to about it
By Grace Walton UK College of Health Sciences Starting around age 35, we begin to lose muscle mass. Although regular…
Sports of all Sorts hosted special ‘Harvest Tea’ event for seniors committed to ‘living a healthy lifestyle’
By Maridith Yahl NKyTribune reporter Inspiration comes from many places and all shapes and sizes. At Sports of All Sorts…
Kentucky ranks next to last in exercise, missing out on the closest thing to a wonder drug, says CDC
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News Kentucky adults rank next to last for getting the recommended amount of exercise, followed…
CHSS: Walking is region’s most popular physical activity; too many of us just sit for hours a day
For the 2017 Community Health Status Survey (CHSS), sponsored by Interact for Health, area adults were asked to name their…
SmartHealthToday: Take to walking trails around the region to shapeup, reduce your risk of heart disease
Looking to shape up and reduce your risk of heart disease and other diseases? The American Heart Association and St….