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- Hundreds Stop Smoking, Clinic Celebrates
Hundreds of people have stopped smoking with the help of a local clinic.
- 'Tis the Season for Overeating
The holidays are just around the corner, and so is all the holiday food. Diet experts say we can still enjoy the turkey and dressing while we avoid the extra pounds.
- Group Therapy Improves Lives of Breast Cancer Survivors
A recent study shows support groups can help improve the lives of breast cancer survivors.
- Governor Urges Health Insurance for Children by 2010
More than 67,000 children in Kentucky do not have health insurance, but are eligible for coverage with KCHIP.
- School Hit Hard By Virus
More than 90 students stayed home from class at Emmalena Elementary School in Knott County.
- One Year Case Of The Hiccups
Milton Betts says he's tried dozens of prescriptions, almost every folk remedy, and even went to the Mayo Clinic for nerve block surgery.
- Free Health Clinic Coming to Knott County
The Remote Area Medical Clinic, known as RAM, offers free medical and dental services across the country. One of the clinic's next stops will be right here in eastern Kentucky.
- Coping With Breast Cancer
Some breast cancer survivors say learning to cope with the disease is one of its biggest challenges.
- Three Day Walk for Breast Cancer
One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lives, but people nationwide are taking a bold move to find a cure.
- Innovations In Diagnosis & Treatment Of Breast Cancer
Better treatments are helping many women live longer, healthier lives.
- Reports Of Serious Drug Reactions Hit Record
A health industry watchdog group reports that a record number of serious problems and deaths linked to medications were reported to the government in the first three months of this year.
- Group Is Helping People Hear The World
One group is helping people in eastern Kentucky hear the world. The free service is changing the lives of many people here in the mountains.
- Family History Raises Risk of Breast Cancer
In our breast cancer series, we look at the link heredity plays in diagnosis. We spoke with a mother and daughter, fighting breast cancer together.
- Think Pink Luncheon
Women in Floyd County were thinking pink today at a breast cancer luncheon.
- Early Detection Important for Breast Cancer
Doctors say one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime.
- Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Pink ribbons cover the lobby of the Highlands Cancer Center. Doctors say the ribbons should be a reminder for women to get screened.
- Doctors At Clinic Say Medicine May Not Always Be The Solution
When you're sick, you might go to the doctor and get a prescription for something to make you feel better.
- Health Coalition Plans to Get County in Shape
A recent study shows nine of the ten unhealthiest counties in the Commonwealth are in southeastern Kentucky, but one county has plans to turn those numbers around.
- Researchers Say Video Games Not So Bad After All
Video games may not be so bad for kids.
- Genetic Testing May Cause Necessary Stress
Genetic testing for disease may do more harm than good.
- Study: For Heavy Patients, Chemotherapy Not As Effective
Chemotherapy may not work as well for heavier patients.
- High Gas Prices Have Pressured Cancer Patients
High gas prices are making everyone cut back, but for some people, that means the difference between a gallon of gas or life saving treatment.
- Lice Are Becoming Resistant To Traditional Remedies
To combat the superbugs, the CDC recommends patients use over the counter treatments as directed by your doctor when Lice is found. - Preparing For The Flu Season
Flu season is nearly here and health officials are already encouraging people to protect themselves by getting flu shots.
- Health Officials Issue Fish Consumption Advisories
If you frequently eat fish caught in some Eastern Kentucky waterways, you may want to cut back. State health officials issued fish consumption advisories for several areas, including Lake Cumberland and Fishtrap Lake in Pike County.
- Allergy Season Worse than Normal
It's that time of year when plants like ragweed are blooming and causing frustration for allergy sufferers. This year's allergy season might last a little longer than expected.
- Kentucky Leads Nation in Lung Cancer
Kentucky leads the nation in tobacco production and use. So it's not a surprise to Kristy Bolen of the Ashland-Boyd Health Department that Kentucky also leads the country in lung cancer rates in both men and women.
- Cervical Cancer Awareness Week Kicks Off
It is the second leading cancer found in women under 35. Cervical Cancer Awareness Week kicked off Monday and Lieutenant Governor Daniel Mongiardo, along with the Kentucky Commission on Women, is helping leaders promote a greater understanding of the disease.
- Government Recalls Bassinets
The Federal Consumer Product Safety Commission is warning parents to immediately stop using a popular brand of bassinet after the death of a second baby.
- Report Finds Large Number Of Kentuckians Overweight
New figures show around 28 percent of Kentuckians are severely overweight.
- Pepperoni Hot Pockets Recalled
A recall has been issued for over 215,000 pounds of "Hot Pockets Pepperoni Pizza" made at an Eastern Kentucky plant.
- FDA: Irradiating Spinach, Lettuce OK To Kill Germs
Consumers worried about salad safety may soon be able to buy fresh spinach and iceberg lettuce zapped with just enough radiation to kill E. coli and a few other germs.
- First High School Blood Drive Allowing 16 Year Old Old Students Was Held
According to a new state law, 16 year olds can give blood as long as they have parental consent.
- Officials Preparing For Upcoming Flu Season
The flu season is only a couple months away and health officials are not wasting any time preparing for the new round of flu strains.
- Local College Now Offering Nursing Classes
Some hospital officials say nurses are one of their most important needs but they say here in Eastern Kentucky, they're facing a shortage. Now one college is trying to ease the crunch and train new nurses.
- CPSC Announces Four Recalls
Fire and Burn Hazards Prompt Recall of Gas Grills Sold at Lowe's Stores, Progress Lighting Recalls Indoor Light Fixtures, Atico International USA Recalls Personal Blenders Due to Laceration Hazard, Fisher-Price Recalls Learning Pots and Pans(tm) Toys Due to Choking Hazard
- Courses Held To Prevent Food Related Illnesses
New training in Eastern Kentucky is meant to cut down on the risk of food related illnesses.
- Pittsburgh Cancer Center Warns Of Cell Phone Risks
The head of a cancer research center is urging his faculty and staff to limit their cell phone use. - Jalapeno Pepper Linked To Salmonella Cases
Nearly 15 weeks after the first salmonella case was reported, investigators have found their first infected plant -- not a tomato but a jalapeno pepper.
- High Gas Prices Translates To Fewer Traffic Deaths
A new study finds for each 10% rise in gas prices, there's more than a 2% decline in traffic deaths.
- Doctors Urge Moderation When Filling Up On Caffeine
In recent months, emergency rooms have seen a sharp increase in cases of caffeine poisoning.
- Study: A Baby's Smile Gives Mom A Natural High
Researchers say brain scans show the reward centers of a woman's brain light up when their infant's face does.
- New Nursing College Is Coming To Eastern Kentucky
National College in Pikeville announced a new nursing associate’s degree program starting in the next school year.
- Reusing Water Bottles
One of the best ways to stay cool is by drinking lots of water. But reusing water bottles may not be so healthy.
- Study Finds Easy Access To Addictive Drugs Online
A new study shows how easy it is to get your hands on addictive drugs through online pharmacies, many of which sell the drugs without prescriptions.
- Salmonella Infects Over 1,000; Peppers Now Eyed
More than 1,000 people now are confirmed ill from salmonella initially linked to raw tomatoes, a grim milestone Wednesday that makes this the worst foodborne outbreak in at least a decade.
- Doctors Say High Cholesterol Is Showing Up More & More In Kids
We've all heard about the dangers of high cholesterol as an adult. But now, more and more doctors, including those with the American Academy of Pediatrics, say kids are affected too.
- KY Girl Headed To China For Treatment
Hailey Goranflo suffers from Batten Disease, which makes her have seizures and lose control.
- Doctors Warning Kentucky About West Nile Virus
C.D.C officials say there were four cases of the West Nile Virus in 2007. The virus is linked to mosquito bites and since mosquitoes are heavier in July and August, doctors are warning Kentuckians to be cautious.
- Cilantro, Peppers May Be Causing Nationwide Salmonella Outbreak
The F.D.A. is now inspecting other foods they think may be causing the salmonella outbreak across the U.S.