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Released: 19-Jun-2015 12:05 PM EDT
New Class of Drugs Might Change the Landscape for Migraine Treatment
University of Kentucky

CGRP monoclonal antibodies appear to significantly reduce the frequency of migraine in human clinical trials, potentially changing the landscape for migraine treatment. Headache specialist Sid Kapoor, MD, discusses the enormous potential -- and pitfalls-- facing the drug class' road to FDA approval.

Released: 11-Jun-2015 9:05 AM EDT
New Cholesterol Drug Could Improve Cardiovascular Health….But Will Insurers Pay for It?
University of Kentucky

In clinical trials, a new drug class known as PCSK9 Inhibitors reduced bad cholesterol markedly and is expected to be approved by the FDA this summer. An expert in lipid management discusses some of the barriers to its use.

Released: 14-Aug-2014 3:10 PM EDT
Parenting Beyond Pink and Blue
University of Kentucky

From the first day of their lives, most boys and girls are treated differently. Those differences begin with a pink versus blue nursery, clothes with laces rather than ribbons, sports equipment or dance lessons, and on and on right through to “manly” careers versus “feminine” jobs.

Released: 11-Apr-2014 1:00 PM EDT
UK Otolaryngologist Works to Address Rural Disparities of Pediatric Hearing Loss
University of Kentucky

Dr. Matthew Bush combines his Appalachian background and clinical expertise to understand and address delayed access to hearing health care for rural children.

Released: 20-Dec-2012 12:30 PM EST
UK Maya Expert Weighs in on Dec. 21 Apocalypse Theories
University of Kentucky

Rusty Barrett, an expert on Mayan culture, weighed in on how the Mayan calendar works, discussed his research with the Mayan population, and shared his observations of the Maya's reactions to the idea that the world will end on Dec. 21, 2012.

Released: 20-Oct-2011 11:10 AM EDT
Experts Available on Reported Death of Gadhafi
University of Kentucky

Professors from University of Kentucky's College of Arts and Sciences and Patterson School of Diplomacy and International Commerce are available to comment on the reported death of former Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi.

Released: 8-Sep-2011 11:55 AM EDT
Expert Available for Comment on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
University of Kentucky

University of Kentucky psychology professor Susan Barron is available to comment on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).

Released: 28-Jul-2011 2:30 PM EDT
University of Kentucky Faculty Share Insights on Federal Debt Debate
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Experts are available to comment on the current debt limit debate and the economic impacts a default could cause.

Released: 3-May-2011 11:40 AM EDT
Experts Available for Comment on Bin Laden
University of Kentucky

Professors from University of Kentucky's College of Arts and Sciences and Patterson School of Diplomacy and International Commerce are available to comment on the recent death of Osama bin Laden and its impact on the war on terrorism and the psyche of the American public.

Released: 15-Mar-2011 1:40 PM EDT
Professors Available for Comment on Japan Earthquake/Tsunami and Nuclear Crisis
University of Kentucky

Professors from University of Kentucky's College of Engineering and Department of Physics and Astronomy are available to comment on Japan’s nuclear crisis. A scientist from Kentucky Geological Survey and professors from the University of Kentucky's College of Arts and Sciences, are available to comment on the earthquake and tsunami that devastated Japan on Friday, as well as the tsunami warnings that affect the islands in the Pacific, including Hawaii.

Released: 3-Mar-2011 12:35 PM EST
Professors Available for Comment on Uprising in Middle East and Northern Africa
University of Kentucky

Professors from University of Kentucky's College of Arts and Sciences and Patterson School of Diplomacy and International Commerce are available to comment on the intensifying situation in Libya and provide context for associated uprisings in Bahrain, Iran, Morocco and Yemen.

Released: 10-Jan-2011 3:00 PM EST
Experts Available in Regard to Arizona Shooting
University of Kentucky

Professors are available to comment on various topics surrounding this weekend's shootings in Arizona, including how the press handled the news with advent of social media, America's increasingly heated political rhetoric, and brain injuries and recovery.

Released: 13-Aug-2010 9:00 AM EDT
No Saturday Mail Could Hurt Rural Residents
University of Kentucky

Al Cross, director of the University of Kentucky's Institute for Rural Journalism and Community Issues, recently testified to the Postal Regulatory Commission that ending Saturday mail would hurt rural America.

Released: 16-Jul-2010 1:00 PM EDT
History Haunts BP Communications Efforts
University of Kentucky

BP's communications efforts during the oil spill are haunted by the company's past public relations mistakes, and a history of safety failures.

Released: 14-Jul-2010 11:25 AM EDT
How Did Elena Kagan Do?
University of Kentucky

Wondering how Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan performed under Senate scrutiny? UK political science professor Justin Wedeking has the answers and analysis to back it up.

Released: 16-Apr-2009 11:10 AM EDT
Expert Available to Discuss CDC Study Ranking Kentucky as the Most Stressed State
University of Kentucky

A recent CDC study ranks Kentuckians as experiencing the highest rate of frequent emotional distress in the country - a surprise to many. Psychologist C. Nathan DeWall of the University of Kentucky sheds some light on what is stressing out the citizens of the Bluegrass state.

Released: 9-Jan-2009 1:00 PM EST
Retired Ambassador Offers Insight on Foreign Relations
University of Kentucky

Ambassador (ret.) Carey Cavanaugh, who worked under Clinton and Bush, is available to discuss diplomacy under the Obama administration.

Released: 3-Nov-2008 2:00 PM EST
Heart Experts Available to Answer Questions
University of Kentucky

Experts in heart health, from the lab to the clinic exam room, are available for interview at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions in New Orleans this week and next week.

Released: 11-Aug-2008 8:00 AM EDT
Expert Available to Discuss Russian, Georgian Conflict
University of Kentucky

Retired Ambassador Carey Cavanaugh, a former peace negotiator for conflicts in the Caucasus region, is available to comment on the escalating Russian and Georgian conflict over the Caucasus region of South Ossetia.

Released: 1-Jun-2008 12:00 AM EDT
Feminist Theorist Bordo Comments on Sex and the City
University of Kentucky

Susan Bordo, professor of Gender and Women's Studies and English at the University of Kentucky is available for comment on issues raised by the Sex and the City movie phenomenon, including representations of the female body, appearance and beauty and feminism.

Released: 29-Nov-2007 11:35 AM EST
Expert Can Discuss Alternative Fuel Research
University of Kentucky

Rodney Andrews at the University of Kentucky Center for Applied Energy Research can discuss the status of energy research programs and feasible alternatives to oil.


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