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09/02/2025

🧠 Athletes, military members and veterans, and other people who may have experienced head trauma or concussions are more likely to develop a disorder called chronic traumatic encephalopathy. Learn more about CTE ⤵️

CTE is a progressive, degenerative brain disorder that is partially caused by multiple – usually at least hundreds of – instances of brain trauma.

09/01/2025

🌼Congratulations to UofL Hospital's DAISY Foundation Award winner Donita Beach, RN, NICU! Donita was nominated by the mother of a baby who spent several months in the NICU.

“Two days after I delivered my daughter, I went into sepsis, and emergency surgery was performed on me, resulting in the removal of a major organ.
I didn’t get to meet my daughter for a month after my surgery, and I only saw her twice during the time I was in the hospital and rehabilitation due to my injuries. There are not enough words to express my gratitude to Donita during this time. As a first-time mother, it gave me great comfort to know that my daughter was given the best care and love while I was unable to be there for her. She was a surrogate mom to my daughter when I couldn’t be there.”

Donita's dedication reflects the very heart of nursing, and we are proud to celebrate her with this DAISY Award. Congratulations, Donita, and thank you for everything you do! 🌟

08/31/2025

🩻 If you deal with frequent and constant back pain, you may be considering back surgery to relieve your pain. For most patients, back surgery cannot be performed immediately, but certain steps can provide relief and potentially help you avoid surgery.

If you have been dealing with frequent and constant back pain, you may be considering back surgery to relieve your pain. Unfortunately, for most patients, back surgery cannot happen right away. However, steps can be taken that can give you relief and help you avoid surgery.

08/28/2025

Not sure if you need urgent care or the ER? 🤔 When you’re sick or hurt, it can be tough to know where to go. Here’s a quick guide to help you choose. 👇 ULHealth.co/3VsmlZ3

08/28/2025

🌼 Congrats to UofL Hospital's DAISY Foundation Award winner, Savanna Wojcik, ADN, RN.

Savanna was nominated for her quick thinking when speaking with a suicidal patient. The patient later called to thank her for the care and support she provided.

We’re proud to recognize her with this well-deserved honor. 💛

08/27/2025

HONORING A HERO | Yesterday, family, firefighters and UofL Health team members lined the hallways to honor Raywick Fire Department and U.S. Army veteran Lt. Brian Hatt as he made a final lifesaving act—giving the Gift of Life as an organ donor.

Lt. Hatt's mission of saving lives will continue through his organ donation, as one donor can save up to eight lives.

Please join us in thanking Lt. Hatt for giving the Gift of Life. 💙💚

Learn more about becoming an organ donor ▶️ ULHealth.co/4aDmAGi

08/26/2025

As you get older, your risk of developing high blood pressure increases. While you can’t control your age, you can lower your risk of developing high blood pressure by exercising.

As you get older, your risk of developing high blood pressure increases. While you can’t control your age, you can lower your risk of developing high blood pressure by exercising. Younger patients with risk factors can also develop high blood pressure.

08/24/2025

🩼🤕 Injuries are part of an active lifestyle, whether you are an athlete, weekend warrior, or just staying active. Knowing where to go for the right care can make a difference in how quickly and effectively you recover.

A sports medicine or orthopedic urgent care provides specialized orthopedic care for musculoskeletal injuries without the long wait times and higher costs of an emergency room (ER).

08/21/2025

ROVING ROBOTICS 🤖: Intuitive's Thoracic Oncology Mobile Experience recently made a stop at UofL Health. The 56-foot-long 18-wheeler is a roving laboratory that brings innovative robotics and other advanced robotic tools to hospitals across the country.

Thoracic surgeon Dr. Matthew Black showed students from Waggener High School's Health Science Academy how the team at UofL Health uses the Ion Robotic Bronchoscopy System for fast and accurate lung cancer biopsies, and the da Vinci Robotic Surgical System to treat a number of conditions, including lung cancer.

Students then got a chance to test the robots out themselves!

08/21/2025

Sciatic nerve pain occurs when pressure is placed on nerve roots in the lumbar spine or on the sciatic nerve itself. This can be caused by several injuries or conditions. Learn more ⤵️

Sciatica, or sciatic nerve pain, is pain traveling along the path of the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in the body, starting with a bundle of nerve roots from the lower spine that combine and extend from the buttocks down each leg.

08/20/2025

Rep. Morgan McGarvey and Emma Brown, executive director of GIFFORDS—an organization dedicated to saving lives from gun violence led by former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords—stopped by UofL Hospital to discuss the mission of the Future Healers Program and how its growth has helped youth impacted by the trauma of gun violence in Louisville and other communities.

The group also toured the final stages of the UofL Hospital West Tower construction.

08/19/2025

We're searching for new-grad RNs systemwide at UofL Health. Don’t miss your chance to connect with leaders, educators and recruiters—and learn about our paid Nurse Residency Program with mentorship and full benefits from Day 1.

Join us at our in-person open house:
📆 Wednesday, Sept. 3 | 12 p.m.–5 p.m.
📍 The Nucleus Building | 300 East Market Street, Louisville, KY
📝 Learn more/RSVP ▶️ ULHealth.co/3Hj11SH