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Released: 27-Mar-2019 4:45 PM EDT
ACA Medicaid expansion increases colorectal cancer screening, survival rates in Ky.
University of Kentucky

Dr. Avinash Bhakta is available to discuss his recent study showing a substantial increase – 230 percent – in the number of Kentucky Medicaid patients who received colon cancer screening post-expansion compared to Medicaid patients who received screening prior to the expansion. Additionally, Bhakta noted a 27 percent decrease in risk of death statewide after the expansion.

   
Released: 6-Dec-2018 11:05 AM EST
Bah, Humbug? Psychology Expert on How to Cope With Holiday Stress
University of Kentucky

'Tis the season to be merry and bright! But you may be feeling less than joyful during the "most wonderful time of the year." Do you experience stress, anxiety or even depression from November to January? If so, you're not alone.

   
Released: 19-Jul-2018 4:15 PM EDT
UK Communication Professor Seeks Drug Disposal Solutions
University of Kentucky

UK researcher Don Helme is partnering with the Kentucky Attorney General’s office to gauge public opinion on a new drug deactivation pouch, part of a larger effort to develop solutions to the state’s opioid epidemic. Four counties have received Deterra, the deactivation pouch.

   
Released: 6-Mar-2018 11:00 AM EST
UK Professor Assists with Development of Guidelines for Treating Opioid Use Disorder
University of Kentucky

Dr. Michelle Lofwall was among the experts tapped to assist in the development of guidelines regarding the use of medication in the treatment of opioid use disorder.

Released: 23-Feb-2018 3:55 PM EST
How Is an Olympian's Heart Different?
University of Kentucky

In this video, Dr. Vincent Sorrell of the Gill Heart & Vascular Institute at the University of Kentucky describes how an athlete's heart evolves to accommodate increased demand.

Released: 18-Jul-2016 11:05 AM EDT
Expert Offers Commentary on U.S. Preparedness for Imminent Health Security Threats
University of Kentucky

University of Kentucky professor Glen Mays provides commentary on the Health Security Preparedness Index, which measures the ability of the U.S. government to respond to disasters.



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