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Your Health Means Everything: Taking Care of Yourself in a Post-Pandemic World

April 2, 2021

Angie Ingram, Director of Nursing at Bluegrass Community Hospital shares information on how to take care of yourself in post-pandemic world.

Is It Time for a Colonoscopy?

March 12, 2021

Dr. Tekulve shares the importance of routine colonoscopies.

When you think about your health, some of the first things that probably come to mind are healthy eating, exercise, visits with a provider and other steps to help prevent and manage illness and disease. But there is another important factor to consider when thinking about maintaining good health –...

Did You Brush? The Surprising Link Between Dental Health and Your Heart

February 28, 2021

How well do you take care of your teeth and gums? Some research has shown a link between poor oral health and poor heart health. Studies have shown a link between gum disease and increased heart disease risk and that poor oral health can increase the risk of bacterial infection...

Heart Disease: An Unwanted Heirloom

February 27, 2021

You’ve got your father’s eyes, your grandmother’s laugh, but what about your uncle’s heart disease? While many inherited traits are good, others – like heart disease – aren’t. It’s important to know how your family’s history with heart disease can affect your own heart health. If you don’t know your family’s...

Five Surprising Ways to Boost Your Heart Health

February 26, 2021

You probably know that healthy eating and regular physical activity are critically important to maintaining good heart health. But there are a number of other things you can do to give your heart an extra boost that might surprise you. Laugh. Research has pointed to laughter having several benefits for your...

Minutes Matter: Knowing the Signs Can Save a Life

February 25, 2021

When a heart attack strikes, minutes matter. Those first few minutes following a heart attack are critical in determining the short-term and long-term outcome for the patient. According to the National Institutes of Health, about half of those who die from heart attacks will die within an hour of their...

Got Kids? Give ‘Em Heart!

February 23, 2021

As a parent, there are a number of great reasons to get your kids to think of their health as a priority. And there are a number of great ways to help them do that, including regular physical activity. Creating a more active family lifestyle can be done anytime, anywhere. Family...

We Heart Dessert

February 22, 2021

How many of us want to beat a hasty path to the freezer for a few scoops of ice cream after dinner? While it’s nice to treat yourself from time to time, it’s important to keep the decadent desserts as a special treat, rather than an every-night occurrence. Luckily for your...

Sleeping Beauty

February 21, 2021

Consistently getting a good night’s sleep is one of the most beneficial things you can do for the health of your mind and body. And it’s particularly important for your heart. Even though it keeps beating after you close your eyes, it benefits from the lowered blood pressure that happens...

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