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Why Sun Protection Matters at Any Age
Sun damage can happen at any age. May marks Skin Cancer Awareness Month, a great time to revisit the importance of protecting skin from harmful UV rays. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S., with one in five Americans developing it by the age of 70…
The Cancer Young Men Can’t Ignore
April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month, a time to share information about the most common cancer in men aged 15 to 44 (13% of cancer diagnoses in this age range). A 2024 American Cancer Society (ACS) report found that while…
Swing Bed Care
Transitioning from hospital care to home can take time. Kentucky River Medical Center offers swing bed services, and an inpatient rehabilitation program designed to provide continued medical care and therapy for those recovering from illness, injury, or surgery. Our team…
Health Advisory: Things to Know About the Measles Outbreak
Who does the Measles Virus infect? Unvaccinated people or people with natural immunity. How does the virus spread? Via airborne droplets. How long after exposure can you develop symptoms? 7-21 days after exposure. How long are you contagious?…
Kentucky River Medical Center Resumes Full Operations Following Precautionary Flood Evacuation
Kentucky River Medical Center (KRMC) will resume operations on Mon., Feb. 17, at 3 p.m., following the precautionary flood evacuation. KRMC clinics will reopen on Tues., Feb. 18 at regular times. “Following a thorough assessment of our facilities, we have confirmed…
Kentucky River Medical Center Flooding & Evacuation Update
Kentucky River Medical Center has activated its emergency response plan due to flooding concerns. All hospital patients are being transported to Three Rivers Medical Center, Clark Regional, and Norton System in Louisville…
KENTUCKY RIVER MEDICAL CENTER Achieves Critical Access Hospital Designation, Enhancing Healthcare Access in BREATHITT County
Kentucky River Medical Center (KRMC) in Jackson, KY, announced that it achieved a Critical Access Hospital (CAH) designation from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). “We’re thrilled that Kentucky River Medical Center has earned…
Breaking the Silence on Cervical Health: Awareness Saves Lives
January marks Cervical Health Awareness Month, an initiative recognized by the National Cervical Cancer Coalition (NCCC), a program of the American Sexual Health Association (ASHA). The goal is to bring attention to the importance…
Don’t Let Digestion Troubles Hamper the Holidays
A healthy digestive system is essential to feeling well, particularly during the holidays when comfort foods abound. Heartburn and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), or acid reflux, affect approximately 20% of adults in the U.S…
November is National Diabetes Month: Take Action for a Healthier Future
November marks National Diabetes Month, a time to raise awareness, support loved ones, and empower those living with diabetes to manage their health. Diabetes is a chronic condition that occurs when blood glucose (blood sugar) levels…