UK Surgeons, Engineer Collaborate on Medical Tech Design
During a routine surgery that combined their specialties, Dr. Mark Fritz, a laryngologist in the Department of Otolaryngology, and Dr. Moamen Gabr, an interventional gastroenterologist in the...
View ArticleVolunteers Needed for Survey on Sleep, Stress, Alcohol Use During COVID-19...
The COVID-19 pandemic is an unprecedented time for all, including researchers. By participating in this study, you can help us better understand why we are reacting in certain ways.
View ArticleKuhs Named Co-Leader of Markey Cancer Prevention & Control Research Program
The University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center has announced that Krystle Kuhs, Ph.D., M.P.H., will serve as co-leader of its Cancer Prevention and Control Research Program.
View ArticleUK Cardiologist Selected for Mentoring Award
Dr. Gretchen Wells, director of the UK HealthCare (UKHC) Women's Heart Program at the Gill Heart & Vascular Institute, has been selected to receive the American Heart Association's Council on...
View ArticleUK Neuropsychologist Shares the Science Behind ‘Toxic Stress’
Most of us have heard the phrase that some stress is good. Timothy Ainger, Ph.D., assistant professor in the University of Kentucky Department of Neurology, says the word ‘some’ is key. Ainger...
View ArticleSmoking, Vaping Increase Risk of COVID-19 Complications
There are always risk factors involved with smoking and vaping, but the risk of contracting COVID-19 adds a whole new level of danger.
View ArticleCancer, COVID and the Kentucky Economy: How 'Sweet Annie' Could Make an Impact
Used as a medicinal herb for centuries, Artemisia annua contains powerful compounds that make it a popular treatment for malaria. But with lab research showing these compounds may help treat a variety...
View Article‘Thank God for a Kidney Stone’ – Middlesboro Man’s Diagnosis Leads to Cancer...
After going to his own hospital's emergency department with severe kidney stone pain, Middlesboro ARH Hospital CEO Michael Slusher got an even bigger surprise when doctors also found a malignant...
View ArticleHepatitis C Screenings Show Benefits to Patient Care
The screening program tests every patient over the age of 18 who comes in for treatment for the hepatitis C virus (HCV) during their routine blood draw. Patients are informed of the additional test...
View ArticleUK HealthCare Earns National Recognition for Promoting Organ, Eye and Tissue...
UK HealthCare has earned national recognition for its efforts to increase organ, eye, and tissue donor registrations across the state through the Workplace Partnership for Life (WPFL) Hospital Organ...
View ArticleDespite No Derby Party, Barnstable Brown Family Continues Focus on Diabetes
While the celebrity-packed Derby-eve gala is off this year, the important work at UK HealthCare’s Barnstable Brown Diabetes Center continues thanks to the decades of support. The event centered around...
View ArticleMask Up and Breathe Easy - Masks Have No Effect on Oxygen Levels
A UK HealthCare respiratory therapist explains why wearing a mask is necessary and shows us how it does not effect your oxygen level.
View ArticleUKHC Employees Recognized for Outstanding Patient-Centered Care
Saha Cardiovascular Research Center at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine is recognizing five employees who provide outstanding patient-centered care and live the direct values of UK...
View ArticleDo It Yourself Test: How Effective is Your Face Mask?
Craig Martin, professor and associate dean in the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy, tests the most popular masks to determine which are most effective.
View ArticleKentucky State Loan Repayment Program Accepting Applications from Health...
The Kentucky State Loan Repayment Program (KSLRP) is now accepting applications from health care providers seeking help with paying off student loan debt.
View ArticleDo It Yourself Test: How Effective is Your Mask?
Having lots of different reusable masks is a common way to make wearing one more enjoyable, however they aren't always safe. Craig Martin, professor and associate dean in the UK College of Pharmacy,...
View ArticleBlackbaud Data Security Incident Affects UK HealthCare
Blackbaud notified UK HealthCare on July 16, 2020, that some data was acquired by an unauthorized individual between Feb. 7, 2020, and May 20, 2020. After being notified, UK HealthCare immediately...
View ArticleUKHC Cardiologists Celebrated During Lectureship Series
The Dr. Nancy C. Flowers and Dr. Leo G. Horan Lectureship series will be virtual this year amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
View ArticleUK HealthCare Pulmonary Rehab Clinic Helps Covid-19 Patients Get Back on...
A COVID-19 survivor details her fight to beat the virus and the physical and mental recovery that followed including help from UKHC's Pulmonary Rehabilitation Clinic.
View ArticleDon't Skip Your Colorectal Cancer Screenings
Colorectal cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer death among Kentuckians. Colorectal surgeon at the University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center Dr. Avinash Bhakta explains the importance of...
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