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UofL Center for Women and Infants addresses growing problem for babies

UofL Center for Women and Infants addresses growing problem for babies

From UofL

LOUISVILLE, KY – The University of Louisville Center for Women & Infants is on the forefront of helping Kentucky handle a growing problem – babies born with neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) as a result of being exposed to drugs in the womb.

Personal Best Fitness opens new location

Personal Best Fitness opens new location

From Personal Best Fitness

JEFFERSONVILLE, IN - Personal Best Fitness, the Jeffersonville based training facility, opened a second location at 3413 Paoli Pike in Floyds Knobs, only minutes from the State Street I-265 exit, on April 22, 2013. An open house is set for Saturday June 1st from 12pm until 4pm including healthy food options, celebratory champagne, mini
demonstration classes, family fun and giveaways.

Governor Beshear Signs School Emergency Allergy Medication Bill

Governor Beshear Signs School Emergency Allergy Medication Bill

From Tyler Glick

Frankfort,Ky – This afternoon in the State Capitol Rotunda, Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear was joined by a large crowd of students, parents, medical professionals, and health advocates as he signed House Bill 172 into law.  The new bill encourages schools to possess at least two stock epinephrine auto-injectors on campus to treat life-threatening allergic reactions. Schools who choose to keep the emergency medication on campus will now implement policies and procedures for managing a life-threatening allergic reaction. In addition, the law creates a mechanism for schools to receive or purchase epinephrine auto-injectors through area health departments and directs the KY Department for Public Health to develop the proper clinical protocols.

UofL researchers demonstrate humans develop antibodies to tobacco virus

UofL researchers demonstrate humans develop antibodies to tobacco virus

From Gary Mans

LOUISVILLE, KY – A virus typically associated with tobacco, but also known to be present in spinach, tomatoes, petunias and other vegetables and  household plants, may help protect people from Parkinson’s Disease.

Lace ‘em up for National Walking Day

Lace ‘em up for National Walking Day

From Matt Rountree

LOUISVILLE, KY – Studies show that for every hour of vigorous physical activity, a person can gain an average of two hours of life expectancy. Regular physical activity, like walking, is critical to maintaining a healthy heart, which is why the American Heart Association encourages Kentuckiana residents to begin a 30-minute walking routine on National Walking Day – April 3, 2013.

National pet weight loss contest launched to help growing population of obese pets

National pet weight loss contest launched to help growing population of obese pets

From James P. Judge, Media & Public Relations Manager, BluePearl Veterinary Partners

Tampa, Fl. – BluePearl Veterinary Partners announced on January 23, 2013 the start of The Biggest Shedder, a nationwide pet weight-loss competition to encourage and motivate pet owners to help their furry companions get to a healthy weight. Open to any pet owner with an overweight cat or dog, the first weigh-in deadline is February 13.

“Pets are part of the family and share problems maintaining a healthy weight, just like people do,” said Dr. Neil Shaw, chief medical officer of BluePearl Veterinary Partners. “Incorporating a healthy diet and exercise into your pet’s life are paramount to helping your pet live a long and healthy life while preventing avoidable ailments.”

According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, an estimated 54% of cats and dogs in the U.S. are considered overweight or obese.

Floyd Memorial Cancer Center of Indiana to host bone marrow registry drive

Floyd Memorial Cancer Center of Indiana to host bone marrow registry drive

From Cindy Ferree, Marketing & Public Relations Supervisor

New Albany, In. - Be the match. Save a life. Thousands of patients with blood cancers such as leukemia or lymphoma depend on the National Bone Marrow Donor Registry to find a match to save their life.

The Floyd Memorial Cancer Center of Indiana will host a bone marrow registry drive on Thursday, February 7 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. to sign up community members interested in joining the registry. People between 18 and 44 years of age who meet health guidelines and are willing to donate their bone marrow if a genetic match is found are encouraged to participate.

Joining the registry is quick and painless-it only takes a simple cheek swab to potentially save a life. No appointment necessary. For more information on the Be the Match Registry, visit www.marrow.org.