Kentucky Kids Crew: Passion and compassion in action at UK HealthCare
The Kentucky Kids Crew is the only transport team in the region dedicated to saving newborns and children by ground and air transportation to hospitals. Between 2017 and 2022, the average number of...
View ArticleReal milk remains the best deal in the sports beverage world
D. Travis Thomas, Ph.D., associate professor of athletic training and clinical nutrition in the UK College of Health Sciences, discusses the importance of drinking milk in this week's health column.
View Article‘Treat’ yourself and support KCH patients on Miracle Treat Day
One dollar or more from every Blizzard treat sold at Kentucky locations will stay local to support patients at Kentucky Children's Hospital.
View ArticlePediatric patients, PGA golfers have 'un-fore-gettable' time at annual Mini...
At the fifth annual Mini Pro-Am, Kentucky Children's Hospital patients tee off with professional golfers who are in town for the PGA Barbasol Championship.
View ArticleUK HealthCare/Norton Healthcare – Stroke Care Network announces 37th affiliate
The UK HealthCare/Norton Healthcare – Stroke Care Network is announcing its 37th affiliate as Paintsville ARH joins the network.
View ArticleNew Comprehensive Vascular Clinic offers multiple services in 1 location
Currently dispersed over four locations, the Comprehensive Vascular Clinic consolidates several vascular and surgical services into one location to provide greater patient-centered care. This...
View ArticleInfantile botulism: Look for these signs and symptoms
Sean Michael McTigue, M.D., medical director for pediatric infection control at UK HealthCare, discusses infant botulism in this week's health column.
View ArticleMedical students' garden provides dietary education for patients, Lexington...
The roof of a medical clinic may seem an unusual place for gardening, but students in the UK College of Medicine have created a lush green space at the Kentucky Clinic to grow produce to help address...
View ArticleHow to manage the costs of cancer treatment
Charles McCann III, a former patient financial counselor and current oncology patient navigator at the University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center, discusses how to keep your finances straight after a...
View Article10 tips for traveling with diabetes
Tami Ross, a nationally recognized registered dietitian and certified diabetes care and education specialist, discusses tips for traveling with diabetes in this week's health column.
View ArticleUK, UK HealthCare continue support of Eastern Kentucky 1 year after...
On year ago, Hazard and several other Eastern Kentucky communities were devastated by days of flooding. Several UK and UK HealthCare employees who live in Eastern Kentucky share their experiences of...
View ArticleComplex heart surgery gives UK patient a fresh start
Kathy Warren's heart was failing. Her surgeon didn't think she would survive, but thanks to faith and determination, she proved everyone wrong.
View ArticleUK DME now accepting Medicare and Medicaid; CPAP and BiPAP devices available
UK DME, the durable medical equipment service from UK Retail Pharmacies, is now able to accept Medicare and Medicaid, in addition to most commercial insurance plans.
View ArticleGarden going wild? Follow these safe canning practices to preserve your...
Annhall Norris, food preservation extension specialist with the UK Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, discusses how to safely can your garden-grown vegetables in this week's...
View ArticleWork by UK neurologist to improve access to multiple sclerosis treatments...
Jay Avasarala, M.D., Ph.D., represented the American Academy of Neurology as its chair (2020-22) and participated in the 18-month long program, organized by MSIF (MS International Federation) along...
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