When people in Kentucky go to the hospital, they hope that their surgeon is having a good day. According to a Columbia University study, surgeons going through life stresses are much more likely to make surgical errors in the operating room. This not only applied to...
Dealing with the family home during divorce
When couples in Kentucky consider divorce, handling the division of real estate can be one of the more complex aspects of property separation. It's always difficult to divide assets during a divorce, and real estate can't be neatly split in half. Many separating...
Hopefully, the truckers sharing your roadway know these things
If you've ever had a tractor-trailer or other commercial vehicle come barreling up behind you on the road, you understand how utterly terrifying such situations can be. The main problem is that you can't control another driver's behavior and, even if you notice a...
Study: vehicle accidents the 8th leading cause of death worldwide
Most residents in Kentucky and across the United State are aware of major worldwide health threats like HIV/AIDS and obesity. However, many overlook one of the major causes of injury and death across the world: vehicle accidents. Now, a new study shows that vehicle...
Genetic testing for diagnosis of IPF
A new type of screening test may soon be available for patients in Kentucky with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). The medical company named Veracyte has announced it intends to expand its program for early access to the Envisia Genomic Classifier Test. This test...
Tips for safe winter driving in Kentucky
Kentucky drivers can do a number of things to ensure their own and others' safety during the winter. First of all, they will want to ensure that their vehicle is winterized. A mechanic could check the condition of the battery, spark plugs, brakes, distributor, filters...
Study shows the majority of optic neuritis cases are misdiagnosed
When it comes to the optic health of Kentucky residents, proper diagnosis of optic neuritis is a major issue. Optic neuritis, which is the inflammation of the optic nerve, can lead to pain and temporary vision loss in one or both eyes. But while optic neuritis remains...
