Depression is recognized as the most common type of mood disorder today. It is estimated that 17 percent of the U.S. population (between 5-12 percent of men and 10-20 percent of women) will suffer from a major depressive episode at least once in their lifetime. Over time, untreated depression can lead to significant impairment, other…
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A white glow in the pupil could be a sign of a serious eye disease. The white glow can be an indication of many eye diseases like cataract, Coats’ disease, retinal detachment, coloboma, scar or other problems in the retina. The most important of these is a disease called retinoblastoma, which is an eye cancer…
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The July 4th holiday is full of meaning and celebration. If you plan on enjoying a concert or fireworks show this July 4th, take note of these tips to help protect your hearing. Worried about your hearing? Schedule a hearing consult with UofL Physicians-Audiology today. SOURCE: American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
Sunglasses can make us look cool, others fashionable. But if you spend any amount of time outside, you need sunglasses. All sunglasses are not the same Not all sunglasses are created equal. The lenses in sunglasses may be polarized, non-polarized or UV blockers. Polarized lenses help reduce glare from reflected light (e.g. a fisherman may…
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While child abuse is a difficult subject to talk about – the need is too great to keep quiet. In 2013, nearly 18,000 children in Kentucky were identified as victims of child abuse. Kosair Charities launched the Face It Movement in 2013 in response to the increasing number of child abuse deaths in Kentucky. The…
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