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Diabetes – What You Should Know
November 06, 2023November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. Diabetes is a chronic (long-lasting) health condition that causes blood sugar levels to rise far above what’s healthy. This disease affects millions of Americans, but with medical testing and healthy lifestyle choices, it’s very preventable. That’s why it’s essential to understand it.
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Breast Cancer—Be Aware and Take Action
October 01, 2023Breast Cancer Awareness Month is observed nationally every October to raise awareness about the impact of breast cancer, and to provide education regarding the most common symptoms and associated risk factors for the disease.
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Understanding Prostate Cancer
September 20, 2023Prostate cancer is a condition often heard about, but perhaps seldom fully understood. In recognition of National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, we answer some of the most frequently asked questions concerning this common form of cancer.
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Tips to Keep Your Family Healthy this School Year
August 09, 2023As we countdown to the start of the new school year, Lake Cumberland Physician Practices wants to offer five quick tips to help keep your family healthy and happy.
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Immunization Awareness Month: COVID-19 and Beyond
July 31, 2023August is National Immunization Awareness Month. Each year, we take this time to recognize that vaccines are essential to our health and the health of our community.
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The Heat is On: How to Stay Cool and Spurn the Burn
June 30, 2023The summer months bring the promise of backyard barbecues, pick-up games in the park, and wasting away lazy afternoons in the water. However, summer also brings the heat – a potential threat to health that we should all stay alert to preventing and treating.
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Men's Health Checklist: Screening Guidelines for Men at Every Age
June 21, 2023It's important to take care of your health, and that starts with understanding your health risks and recommended screenings at each stage of your life.
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Good Health Starts Today - 4 Tips to Men's Health Month
June 01, 2023Each June, we celebrate National Men’s Health Month to remind ourselves that healthy living is something to think about year-round. Give your health the attention it needs by following four simple steps.
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Stroke Awareness and Mental Health Tips That May Improve Your Wellness
April 28, 2023May is a designated time for many important health observances, making it the perfect opportunity to refocus on your overall wellness and prioritize healthier habits.
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National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: Is It Your Time for a Colonoscopy?
March 01, 2023With March being National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, there’s no better time to schedule your appointment to get screened.
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Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital Acquires Somerset Internal Medicine/ QuickCare Practices
February 08, 2023Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital continues to grow with the recent acquisition of a well-known specialty practice here in Somerset.
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Not All Symptoms Are Obvious: Overlooked Symptoms to Watch
February 02, 2023Heart attacks can strike much more subtly – even happening to someone who otherwise might feel or seem completely healthy.
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30 Minutes a Day Can Help Keep Heart Disease Away
February 02, 2023Did you know that exercising as little as 30 minutes every day can improve your heart health and quality of life?
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Welcome to 28 Days of Heart Health
February 01, 2023Each February, we mark American Heart Month – a great opportunity to focus on heart health and essential role it plays in your overall well-being, today and every day.
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New Year, New You: Four Tips for a Healthy Start to 2023
January 02, 2023If you have intentions of leading a healthier life this year, check out these tips to help you make simple changes and stay healthy for the long run.
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‘Tis the Season to be Healthy: Maintaining Your Physical and Mental Well-Being During the Holidays
December 01, 2022Check out these few simple things you can do amid all the holiday hustle to help make sure you’re taking care of your mind and body, while minimizing the stress and strain of the season.
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DIABETES: What You Need to Know
November 08, 2022As the seventh leading cause of death, diabetes is one of the most common – and dangerous – health issues in the U.S. In fact, more than 37 million Americans have diabetes, and one in five of them is unaware they have it.
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What is Food Insecurity & How Do We Overcome It?
September 07, 2022Due to the widespread economic crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, food insecurity has increased drastically in America over recent years, leaving unemployed, furloughed and reduced-time workers struggling to put food on the table.
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Healthy Back-to-School Habits: Preparing for a Successful School Year
August 05, 2022As summer break comes to an end, there’s a lot to accomplish in preparation for the new school year. The two most important things to do may seem fairly routine, but that doesn’t make them any less of a priority: schedule annual physicals for you and your family and get up to date on immunizations.
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Summertime Safety: How to Keep Cool and Healthy All Summer Long
July 06, 2022No matter how you choose to enjoy your summer, it’s important to stay alert and protect yourself and your family from potential threats to your health and safety.
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