UK HealthCare

The 80th at 80: UK patient crosses milestone for cystic fibrosis

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By Rick Childress
March 12, 2026

UK HealthCare patient Ryan King made history by becoming the 80th recorded person to reach the age of 80 in the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s patient registry.

Friday

UK, HHS roundtable focuses on building healthier communities

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Thursday

UK nursing students, faculty, help Kentucky Girl Scouts earn first aid badge

Several Girl Scouts gather around a hospital bed as an instructor guides them through a hands-on first aid activity using a training mannequin.
Wednesday

‘Practice makes perfect’: UK HealthCare leads serious communicable disease drill at Chandler Hospital

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Tuesday

UK HealthCare announces new director of Gill Heart & Vascular Institute

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Monday

When is it time to see a doctor for joint pain?

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March 26, 2026

New Mother Baby Unit enhances postpartum care at UK HealthCare  

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March 23, 2026

Sowing seeds of safety: Stay healthy and injury-free when working outdoors

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March 20, 2026

UK researchers seeking patients for clinical trial to address rare pregnancy condition

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March 19, 2026

Caught between Blue Bloods: UK neurology chair navigates March Madness divide

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March 18, 2026

How sports traditions like March Madness can support brain health

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