Changes are being made to our lives every day in response to the coronavirus pandemic. With shutdowns and suggested quarantines people are searching for answers and assistance. Updates on these changes are being made to KyCovid19.Ky.Gov each day, in addition to the governors live address on Facebook at 5pm daily. A COVID-19 hotline has also …
Stopping the Spread of Coronavirus
As of March 12, over 1,400 people across the United States have tested positive for coronavirus with thousands more across the globe. COVID-19, also known as coronavirus is a mew respiratory illness that began in China at the start of 2020. Because this is a new virus the complete clinical picture is unknown, but information …
Drunk Driving Kills
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 59 people were killed in drunk-driving crashes over the 2017 St. Patrick’s Day holiday period. 38% of those drivers killed in crashes had a blood alcohol limit higher than .08, and three-quarters of those were at least double that. While many holidays often have celebrations that …
2020 Safe Vehicles
Sometimes accidents are unavoidable, which is why it’s important to drive a safe vehicle. Not only should you follow the speed limit and wear your seat belt, but you should also do your best to purchase a vehicle that is highly rated for its safety. To qualify for 2020 IIHS Top Safety Pick, a vehicle …
JUUL Popularity & Lawsuits
Why File A JUUL Lawsuit? Individuals, including teens with no previous smoking experiences, who were led to believe that JUUL was “better than smoking” or “a safer alternative to smoking” are finding themselves addicted and are now suffering serious health issues. Individuals who are fighting addiction and life-threatening health effects associated with JUUL are currently …
Bleeding Disorders
Bleeding Disorders are a group of conditions that affects the way your blood should normally clot. While most bleeding disorders are inherited they can rarely develop later in life when your body develops an excess of antibodies that then fight against the blood’s natural clotting factors. Signs & Symptoms Common signs of bleeding disorders include …
February 2020 Charity Event Spotlight
There are wonderful charities throughout Kentucky working to help people from all walks of life. Whether through acts of service, participation or simply a financial contribution these charities need YOUR help! Sometimes it can seem overwhelming to decide which charity to donate to, so we will be compiling a list every month of fun upcoming …
Rounding Up Roundup: An Insidious and Pervasive Silent Killer
A recent study found that human exposure to glyphosate (the popular herbicide in Roundup) increases the risk of developing non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma by 41%. Although the number of individuals affected will likely go undetermined for quite some time, the herbicide has been discovered in many popular American foods and beverages including oats (even in some varieties labeled “organic”), beer and wine. …
Delay in Diagnosis of Cancer: A Far Too Common Medical Error
By: Sheila Hiestand Medical errors account for over 250,000 deaths per year according to a recent study by Johns Hopkins, making it the third leading cause of death in the United States. BMJ 2016;353:i2139, MA Makaray, M. Daniel (03 May 2016). Unfortunately, many of these deaths are caused by a delay in diagnosis of cancers. This article …
February ’20 Legal News Update
Legal news affects our everyday lives, whether we notice it or not. Here’s a summary of a few of this month’s major cases. Experts Expect Cancer Lawsuits Tied to Zantac Recalls Experts are expecting an explosion of Zantac cancer lawsuits in the wake of a number of recalls of the heartburn medication. Sanofi, the manufacturer …
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