UK Markey Cancer Center

10/31/2025

This National Lung Cancer Screening Day (Nov. 8), the UK Markey Cancer Center and UK Department of Radiology are offering Saturday screening appointments and encouraging eligible Kentuckians to take charge of their health.

Saturday, Nov. 8 | 8 a.m.–noon
UK Good Samaritan Hospital (Entrance A)

A physician referral is required, so contact your doctor today to schedule.
For questions, call 859-218-2881.
Early detection saves lives. 💙

For more details and to see if you qualify read here:

The University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center and the Department of Radiology will join cancer centers across the nation in observing National Lung Cancer Screening Day Nov. 8 by offering Saturday screening appointments and encouraging eligible Kentuckians to talk with their doctors about getting....

10/31/2025

🫁 Take charge of your health this fall, early detection saves lives.

Join us for Lung Cancer Screening Day on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, from 8 a.m. to noon at UK Good Samaritan Hospital (Second Floor, Entrance A).
This event offers low-dose CT lung cancer screenings on the weekend to fit your schedule.

You may qualify if you:
✅ Are between ages 50–80
✅ Have a 20 pack-year smoking history or more
✅ Currently smoke or quit within the past 15 years

Most insurance plans are accepted. A physician referral is required.

📞 Questions? Call the UK Lung Screening Program at 859-218-2881.
Don’t wait, the spots are almost full! Schedule your screening today. Early detection can save your life.

10/30/2025

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 💗

At the UK Markey Cancer Center our team is dedicated to early detection, innovative treatment, and compassionate care for breast cancer patients across the Commonwealth.

💡 Regular screenings and early diagnosis can make all the difference. Learn more about breast cancer prevention, treatment, and resources available at Markey: https://bit.ly/3J5DUM0

Join us this month as we honor survivors, support patients, and raise awareness about the importance of early detection. 💕

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10/30/2025

UK HealthCare has once again been awarded the prestigious international Baby-Friendly designation after a rigorous review process conducted by Baby-Friendly USA, the organization responsible for bestowing this certification.

“The Baby-Friendly designation highlights our commitment to evidence-based, compassionate care for women and newborns.”

Learn more 👇

UK HealthCare UK HealthCare receives prestigious Baby-Friendly designation By Hilary Brown Monday Photo provided by UK HealthCare Brand Strategy. LEXINGTON, Ky. (Oct. 27, 2025) — UK HealthCare has once again been awarded the prestigious international Baby-Friendly designation after a rigorous revi...

10/29/2025

🌟 Celebrating Excellence at UK Markey Cancer Center!

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Susanne Arnold, professor of medicine and co-director of translational oncology at Markey, on receiving the William R. Willard Dean’s Recognition Award from the UK College of Medicine!

For nearly 30 years, Dr. Arnold has been a dedicated clinician, educator, and researcher, shaping the future of cancer care and medical education in Kentucky and beyond.
As the Buck-Kentucky Lung Cancer Research Chair, Dr. Arnold continues to lead pioneering research while mentoring the next generation of physicians and scientists.

Congratulations, Dr. Arnold, on this incredible honor and your lasting contributions to patients, learners, and the Commonwealth. 💙

The UK College of Medicine is excited to announce that Susanne Arnold, MD, professor of medicine, has been named recipient of the prestigious William R. Willard Dean’s Recognition Award. She was honored at the 2025 College of Medicine Awards Convocation.

10/29/2025

UK HealthCare’s Gill Heart & Vascular Institute has earned national recognition from the American Heart Association for its commitment to delivering lifesaving, research-based care for heart attack patients in Kentucky.

https://ukhealthcare.uky.edu/wellness-community/blog/uk-healthcares-gill-heart-vascular-institute-recognized-nationally-0?auHash=HYz3njtj5R8cE3lfa5QyCv5-I2-KQGrqxoc8-kMMd2o

10/29/2025

“Every time I hear a success story, it gives me pride in knowing we helped someone achieve a dream...Because I know the struggle, and I know it doesn’t have to be that hard.”

Created by UK Specialty Pharmacy under the leadership of Emily Eastman, Baby Blue is a first-of-its-kind program designed to make fertility medications more affordable and accessible for Kentucky families. Through strategic partnerships and bulk purchasing, the program offers medications at 40 to 50...

10/28/2025

Our youngest cancer patients will benefit from the generosity of the Golisano family. 💙🤍

10/28/2025

10/28/2025

Kelly Grayson, coordinator for Safe Kids Fayette County, shares some quick tips to ensure a safe and fun Halloween.

Halloween is all about candy buckets, creative costumes and spooky fun, but it’s also a night where safety matters just as much as the sugar rush. From carving pumpkins to crossing the street, here are some quick tips to keep the night fun.

10/27/2025

"Together, we are building a healthier future for our community.”

Through the UK Gill Affiliate Network, Spring View Hospital in Lebanon, Kentucky, will join a community of hospitals across the state striving to enhance cardiovascular care.

UK HealthCare Spring View Hospital joins Gill Affiliate Network By Rick Childress Wednesday Through the UK Gill Affiliate Network, Spring View Hospital will join a community of hospitals across the state striving to enhance cardiovascular care. Photo provided by Laura Baker. LEXINGTON, Ky. (Oct. 22,...

10/27/2025

“My mammogram literally saved my life.”💗

When Fadyia Lowe, a UK employee and mom of three, went in for her annual screening, she didn’t expect to be diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer.
Because of that mammogram, and the expert care of her team at the UK Markey Cancer Center, Fadyia’s cancer was detected early and treated successfully.
Now, she’s using her experience to encourage others to stay proactive about their health:

“Don’t skip your mammograms. Yes, they can be uncomfortable, but cancer is far more painful.”

Read more about Fadyia’s journey and how early detection saved her life:
🔗 https://bit.ly/4ot7s5e

10/27/2025

“Anyone who’s been around him says he’s the happiest little baby they’ve ever seen...He’s just happy to be alive.”

Learn how a dedicated team of experts worked together to save a special patient.

Hours after his birth, experts from three hospitals — UK King’s Daughters, Kentucky Children’s Hospital, and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital — turned Reid Damron’s life-threatening diagnosis into a story of survival.

10/26/2025

Dr. Pierluigi Porcu, who was recently named the UK College of Medicine's division chief for hematology and blood & marrow transplantation, shares some quick insights about blood cancer.

10/25/2025

We’re proud to be the official game sponsor as Kentucky Football takes on Tennessee tonight. If you’re in the stands, keep an eye out for some free Big Blue Determination shirts as we cheer on the Cats!

10/24/2025

Billy Fryer's heart was in need of critical care, and thanks to the UK HealthCare team stationed at Keeneland, he was able to get it.

10/24/2025

🩸 Blood cancers like leukemia and lymphoma affect thousands of Kentuckians each year, but advances in treatment are offering new hope.

In a recent FOX 56 News segment, Dr. Pierluigi Porcu, hematologic oncologist and co-leader of the Translational Oncology Program at the UK Markey Cancer Center shares how cutting-edge research and innovative therapies are improving care and survival rates for patients across the Commonwealth.

🎥 Watch the interview here:

10/24/2025

About twice as many children are killed or injured while walking on Halloween than on any other day of the year.

Here are Safe Kids Fayette County’s top tips to help make Halloween fun and safe.

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10/23/2025

🌟 Markey-developed lung cancer screening program goes national!

Researchers Jennifer Redmond Knight, Dr.P.H., and Timothy Mullett, M.D., from the UK Markey Cancer Center, are part of a new National Cancer Institute study that will expand Kentucky’s successful Quality Implementation of Lung Cancer Screening (QUILS™) system to 60 sites nationwide.

Developed as part of the Kentucky LEADS Collaborative, the QUILS program has already helped reduce late-stage lung cancer diagnoses by 10% in Kentucky, one of the states hardest hit by the disease.

This national expansion, led by former UK colleague Jamie Studts, Ph.D., will help bring that same impact to communities across the country.
Learn how this Markey-led innovation is saving lives:
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University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center researchers Jennifer Redmond Knight, Dr.P.H., and Timothy Mullett, M.D., are co-investigators on a new National Cancer Institute grant that will expand Kentucky’s successful lung cancer screening quality improvement program to 60 sites across the U.S.

10/23/2025

💙 Big Blue Nation, help us cheer on Sera, this week’s Lift Them Up Kid of the Game!

Sera experienced a traumatic birth, which led to chronic kidney disease. Today she is a fearless 11-year-old and sees the pediatric nephrology and pediatric infectious disease teams at Kentucky Children’s Hospital.

Come rally behind Sera during the Kentucky Football game against Tennessee and cheer her on as she leads the Cat Walk on Game Day!

10/20/2025

💚 October is Liver Cancer Awareness Month
Liver cancer is one of the fastest-growing cancers in the United States, and early detection saves lives.

At the UK Markey Cancer Center our expert liver and hepatobiliary cancer teams provide advanced diagnostics, innovative treatments, and compassionate care for patients across Kentucky.

Join us this month in raising awareness and supporting those affected by liver cancer. Learn more about risk factors, prevention, and treatment options available through Markey: https://bit.ly/46QOCiJ

Learn more about UK HealthCare’s leading-edge liver cancer treatment team at the UK Markey Cancer Center in Lexington.

10/19/2025

It’s Pink Match Day! 💗🏐

Join us TODAY at Historic Memorial Coliseum as Kentucky Volleyball and the UK Markey Cancer Center come together to raise awareness for breast cancer.

Location: Historic Memorial Coliseum
Time: 3:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets can be found at UKAthletics.com or on site at the ticket office.

Don’t forget to wear your pink and show your support for those affected by breast cancer. Let’s pack the coliseum and cheer on the Cats! 💕

10/17/2025

💗 It’s National Mammogram Day!
Mammograms are the most effective way to detect breast cancer early, often before symptoms appear. Early detection means more treatment options and better outcomes.

Take a few minutes today to:
- Schedule your mammogram
- Encourage a loved one to do the same
- Learn more about screening recommendations

The UK Markey Cancer Center and Comprehensive Breast Care Center are here to provide expert imaging and compassionate care for every patient. 💕
Don’t wait, make your health a priority today.
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10/16/2025

It’s officially Pink Out Game Day! 💗⚽

Join us TONIGHT at The Bell Soccer Complex as Kentucky Women's Soccer and the UK Markey Cancer Center team up to raise breast cancer awareness.

Kentucky vs. South Carolina
Location: The Bell Soccer Complex
Kickoff at 7:30 PM
🎟️ Free admission + scarf giveaway (while supplies last)

Wear your pink, bring your friends, and help us fill the stands in support of survivors and those fighting breast cancer. 💕