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Advanced medicine from University of Kentucky's UK HealthCare.

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If you know you tend to listen to headphones at a high volume, or if you often spend time in noisy environments, it’s not too late to protect your hearing. A few practical steps can help reduce your risk of permanent hearing loss.
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Golisano Children’s at UK’s specialty partnerships with Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center and Shriners Children’s Lexington have once again been recognized among the top programs in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
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Join us for the 5th Annual Ohio Valley Spine Symposium Oct. 9-10 at Central Bank Center in Lexington!

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UK HealthCare and UK Cooperative Extension Service, with the helping hands of more than 100 volunteers, will host the Be Healthy Bash 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, at the Fayette County Extension Office.
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Big Blue Nation, help us cheer on Rhett! 💙 He’s our Lift Them Up Kid of the Game as @UKFootball takes on Alabama this Saturday!

Rhett has shown incredible strength during his cancer journey. He enjoys eating @cheezit snack crackers and reading the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series.

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With fall sports ramping up amid extreme temperatures, Lauren Curley, head athletic trainer at Morehead State University through UK Healthcare, joined LEX-18 to discuss keeping athletes safe in the heat.
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To be safe and keep those around you safe on extremely hot and humid days, it is important to know the symptoms of excessive heat exposure and the appropriate responses.
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Dolly Parton’s admission that she overlooked her own health serves as a powerful reminder to be proactive in your healthcare, regardless of age.

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UK St. Claire is showcasing a new robotic machine that helps doctors find and diagnose lung cancer — bringing advanced care closer to home for patients in Eastern Kentucky.
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When most people think of epilepsy, they picture dramatic convulsions or seizures that affect younger individuals. In reality, epilepsy is increasingly common among older adults.

Here are some warning signs to look out for.
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Shortly after he was born, Granger Smith was diagnosed with a rare, life-threatening genetic disorder called Spinal Muscular Atrophy. After their initial shock and fear, Granger's parents decided he would undergo treatment at Golisano Children's at UK.
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“This experience is helping me to know myself, to know my feelings, to know and to reconnect with my humanity.”
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Making your physical health and wellness a priority in the workplace can be a challenge, but incorporating some simple habits can make it part of your everyday routine.
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“What makes the Aphasia Lab so special is its commitment to putting people first ... This work reflects the mission of the college and demonstrates how UK can help build stronger, more welcoming communities throughout Lexington and across Kentucky."
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The first month back to school can be a challenge, especially for students with mental health difficulties. Here are some tips for easing the transition for students of all ages.
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Golisano Children’s Hospital, Safe Kids Fayette County and local community partners are teaming up once again for Safe Kids Day, a fun, educational event focused on preventing childhood injuries.

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Meet Dr. Hassan Reda, our new division chief of cardiac surgery!

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While people may assume a massage needs to be intense or use significant pressure to be effective, a gentler touch can be very helpful — especially for cancer patients.
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“We’re combining the best that the surgical aspect provides and the best that the (electrophysiology) lab provides, and we are personalizing it for these very particular kinds of patients. They have the least high-risk option, but with the most efficacy.”
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UK HealthCare recently celebrated patients who've come through our emergency department at a special event as part of National Trauma Survivors Day.