Looking for a healthy way to start your day? Try one of these delicious egg muffins. This adaptable recipe is even diabetic-friendly, so indulge without guilt.
Dr. Matthew Day is a critical care physician at Lexington Medical Center who has treated COVID-19 patients throughout the pandemic. He told us about his decision to vaccinate his young children.
Prediabetes is a serious health condition where your blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough yet to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes.
This week the Pfizer-BioNtech COVID-19 vaccine was approved for children ages 5 to 11. Lauren S. Matthews, MD, with Lexington Pediatric Practice appeared on WLTX to answer questions about the vaccine.
As our nation marked the 20th anniversary of September 11th, Lexington Medical Center produced a video to express heartfelt gratitude to the first responders and military heroes who protect our community and our country each day.
Early detection of breast cancer is key to survival. In this “Buddy Call” report with WLTX news anchor Darci Strickland, Mary Kathryn Burbank explains how early detection saved her life.
You may have put off getting a COVID-19 vaccine because you have concerns about its side effects or safety. Michael J. Oehler, MD, with Spring Valley Family Practice answers some common questions about the vaccine.
Lexington Medical Center Foundation received a $100,000 donation to provide blood pressure cuffs for patients in need. The donation will fully fund home blood pressure monitoring systems for patients over the next four years.
Prostate cancer treatments can cause negative side effects that impact a man's quality of life. Brachytherapy is a one-day radiation treatment that causes fewer side effects than other treatment options.
Brandi Ellisor, MSN, is the clinical coordinator for Lexington Medical Center's Labor & Delivery unit. She recently wrote about her experience caring for pregnant women with COVID-19. Her diary was part of a Post and Courier story about healthcare workers on the frontline of the COVID-19 surge.
Garrett L. Ruth, MD, interventional cardiologist at Lexington Heart and Vascular Center, discusses chest pain and other symptoms of heart attack with WLTX's Queen Johnson.
While the COVID-19 pandemic continues, many employees need to report to work. Wesley D. Boose, MD, MPH, of Lexington Medical Center Occupational Health, explains the best practices for keeping everyone safe at the office.