Atrial Fibrillation, Heart

What is A-fib?

Atrial fibrillation, also called A-fib, is a disease of the heart. It causes an irregular heartbeat, often faster than normal. Between 3 and 6 million people in the U.S. have…

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News, Pulmonary

Unhealthy Air Quality Index: How to deal with air pollution and asthma

It’s no secret that Greater Louisville is a challenging place to live for people with allergies and asthma. Warm temperatures early in the spring and late into the fall can…

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News, Prevention and Wellness

Fourth of July hand-washing and food safety tips

July Fourth is right around the corner. People will enjoy cookouts and fireworks — hopefully without feeling sick due to food or a bug passed from another partygoer. Warm temperatures…

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News, Weight Management

How to avoid weight gain while on vacation

Traveling is something many look forward to during the summer months. However, it can be easy to let your eating habits slip and choose convenient, unhealthy options while on the…

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News, Prevention and Wellness

How to prevent firework hand injuries

It’s fun to play with fireworks … until it’s not. Emergency rooms across the country see an increase in burns and hand injuries around the Fourth of July. Charity S….

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News, Prevention and Wellness

Vaccinations are just as important for adults as for kids

Despite the widespread availability of safe and effective vaccines, adult immunization rates remain low in the U.S. — and far below the targets set by Healthy People 2020, a national…

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News, Prevention and Wellness

5 tips for keeping your cool this summer

The hottest part of the year is right around the corner, which means iced coffee is no longer an acceptable way to stay hydrated. The summer heat tends to take…

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News, Sports Health

Preventing and treating running injuries

Do you know the four periods of time when you are most vulnerable to a running injury? During the initial four to six months of training Upon returning to training…

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Cancer, News

Breast cancer survivors find strength in paddling

“Big. Bigger. Biggest. Race pace.” These were the words Phyllis Manley Lee shouted out as 22 women paddled their 40-foot longboat down the Ohio River one recent summer evening. As…

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News, Planning Your Pregnancy, Womens Health

Pelvic pain and endometriosis: When to get help

The crushing physical pain. The anguish of infertility. The grief of losing a uterus — and with it, the dream of carrying a baby. Lena Dunham, writer and actress for…

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Urogynecology, Womens Health

When should you see a urogynecologist?

Have you been living with pelvic pain? Maybe you’ve have bladder or sphincter issues – do you go to the bathroom on the hour, every hour? Or maybe you have…

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KDF Marathon, Kentucky Derby Marathon Training, Sports Health

Could you walk or run 3 miles in your shoes?

Have you ever walked into a store looking for a new pair of running shoes and felt confused by all the options? Do you choose the best looking? The cheapest?…

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