Day: February 1, 2013
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Small steps can prevent Kentucky’s No. 1 killer, heart disease
It is now February, which is American Heart Month and a perfect time to remind people that small steps can reduce their risk of heart disease, Kentucky’s No. 1 killer. You...
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Improving Kentucky’s mental health calls for the action of schools and doctors to identify children’s mental health needs early
Many people may think that addressing mental health needs in Kentucky relies mostly on more funding, but its effectiveness hinges more on the ability to identify children who need help...
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Common beliefs about obesity and weight loss found to be myths
Think going to gym class drives weight loss, or that breastfeeding protects a child from obesity? Think again, because these are among seven popular myths about obesity myths, according to an international team...