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Older women should assess risks before getting pregnant

As more women delay childbearing until later in life, it is important to understand the risk involved in waiting. Advanced maternal age generally refers to a woman who has reached age 35 by the date of delivery. The rate of births to women 35 ...

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Lexington woman with radon-linked lung cancer is advocate for testing

She knew better and did nothing. For Lois Turner Dees, that's the most frustrating part of knowing that radon in her home contributed to her diagnosis of lung cancer.
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Breast-cancer surgery helps determine course of treatment

Surgery is the cornerstone of the treatment of breast cancer. It is needed to remove the cancer and evaluate for spread of the disease to lymph nodes in the area. Testing on the tissues removed is done to determine the size and cell type of the tumor and if there are cancer cells that have spread...
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Regular pap smears are vital — and there are ways to offset the costs

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Kentucky is in the top 12 states for incidence of cervical cancer and in the top 6 for cervical cancer death.
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Keep young athletes safe during spring sports

Now that spring is here, many young athletes are already preparing for a new sports season. Here are some tips to help keep these athletes safe on the field.
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When measuring your heart rate during exercise, a gadget isn't always necessary

Earlier this season John Calipari, coach of the UK men's basketball team, measured each player's performance with a heart monitor. But even if you're not a college athlete, there are gadgets that will measure your exercise intensity. Some of them are expensive, but some are free.
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Cardiac rehabilitation programs ease recovery after an event

A cardiac rehabilitation program following a heart attack, heart surgery, or other cardiac event works not only to help patients become more active and healthy, but also helps them develop a plan to get well and stay well.
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A few simple dietary changes will do your heart some good

February is Heart Month, so it's a great time to make heart-healthy lifestyle changes. An unbalanced diet is a risk factor for heart disease. By making small changes to improve your diet, you can help prevent heart disease. Aim for a diet low in fat, cholesterol and salt. Choose foods that are ...
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One-armed barber working toward state certification

Chris Bunn leans in close to his client, concentrating. Slowly and carefully, Bunn guides the sharp blades around the contour of Justin Brooks' ear as he finishes a fade. And, voila, this one-armed barber has created another hairstyle.
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Survey: Kentucky parents' perception of their children's health is skewed

Kentucky parents have a skewed view of how healthy their children are and often don't talk to their kids about sensitive health issues — such as sex education — even if they think having the information is important for them.
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Heart murmurs often harmless, but tests needed

Most heart murmurs are harmless and do not need treatment. Some heart murmurs might require follow-up tests to be sure the murmur is not caused by a serious underlying heart condition.