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03/01/2026

🤰At least 70% of pregnant people experience morning sickness, and 2% experience hyperemesis gravidarum. Learn more about the symptoms of hyperemesis gravidarum and the treatment options available ⤵️

Learn about morning sickness, its causes, and treatment options for hyperemesis gravidarum from UofL Health in Louisville, KY.

02/28/2026

🚨 NEW EPISODE 🚨: In the latest episode of the Science Behind the Headlines podcast, we sit down with cardiologist Mrinali Shetty, M.D., to talk about women’s heart health and why prioritizing your own well-being is not selfish—it’s essential.

Women often spend their lives caring for others, but too frequently put their own health last. Dr. Shetty shares why that must change, especially when 80% of heart disease is preventable. She explains how it’s never too late to make meaningful lifestyle changes and even reverse risk factors.

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02/26/2026

🤔 Did you know that brushing your teeth before you go to sleep can lower your risk of cardiovascular disease?

When winding down to get ready for bed, brush your teeth. This may be one of the most important things you can do to stay healthy. According to a study in Scientific Reports, brushing your teeth before you go to sleep can lower your risk of cardiovascular disease.

02/24/2026

Today we presented Leslie Lochner, a Pharmacy Care Advocate for Specialty Pharmacy at UofL Health and Brown Cancer Center, with the sixth annual Kelsie Small Future Healer Award for exemplifying excellence, caring, compassion and commitment to education.

The award was established in 2021 to honor Kelsie Small, a Central High School graduate, nursing student at Northern Kentucky University and victim of gun violence. 🔗 ULHealth.co/4rtzwrc

02/24/2026

🤒 Keeping your immune system healthy and strong can help you navigate flu season without ending up in your doctor's office. Here are some other ways to protect yourself from the flu ⤵️

From early fall through the spring, flu season is typically in full swing. Indoor gatherings can lead to upticks in flu cases, sending people to primary cares, urgent cares and even Emergency Departments. The flu, also known as influenza, is a contagious respiratory illness caused by viruses.

02/23/2026

🌼 Congrats to UofL Hospital's DAISY Foundation Award winner, Brigid Dixie!

Brigid was nominated for her role in helping the spouse of a dying patient get to the hospital to say his goodbyes, despite financial barriers.

"The world and health care need more caring individuals like (Brigid)!" the nomination said.

Congratulations, Brigid, and thank you for your act of kindness and generosity! 💚

02/22/2026

🤕 Millions of people experience headaches every day, affecting their lives in various ways. A headache can range from mild annoyance to severe, debilitating pain, depending on the type. Learn more about different causes of headaches and how to treat them ⤵️ https://ulhealth.co/3ZObmvr

Headaches refer to pain or discomfort in the head, scalp or neck and can range from mild annoyance to severe, debilitating pain, depending on the type of headache.

02/21/2026

🚨 NEW EPISODE 🚨: In the latest episode of the Science Behind the Headlines podcast, we'll be talking about matters of the heart with Yuvraj Chowdhury, M.D., a high-risk interventional cardiologist with UofL Health.

Dr. Chowdhury explores what it truly means to care for the heart before, during and after advanced cardiac procedures.

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02/20/2026

🐝 Congrats to UofL Hospital BEE Award winner, Kensey Jochim!

Kensey was nominated after recognizing that a patient’s wife was struggling to meet her own needs and organizing support for the woman. Kensey coordinated donations from other employees and brought everything on her day off.

“Kensey's actions reflect a deep commitment to compassionate, patient and family-centered care and had a meaningful impact during an incredibly difficult time," one nomination said.

Thank you, Kensey, for your compassion and professionalism. We're happy to have you on our team! 🙌🎉

02/19/2026

Do you know hands-only CPR? It takes less than two minutes to learn and YOU could save a life one day. ❤️

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02/19/2026

🕵🫀Want to unlock the secrets of long-term heart health?

The American Heart Association created Life’s Essential 8, eight key measures that define and support good cardiovascular health. Check out the everyday behaviors and health factors that most powerfully shape cardiovascular well-being ⤵️

The American Heart Association® created Life’s Essential 8™, eight key measures that define and support good heart health. These eight measures focus on the everyday behaviors and health factors that most powerfully shape cardiovascular well-being.

02/18/2026

CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY: In 1954, Flora Ponder, RN, became one of the fi­rst two Black nursing students at the UofL School of Nursing. She later served as head nurse of recovery and the ICU at Louisville General Hospital.