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Graves Gilbert Clinic Community Health Walk series returns
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Graves Gilbert Clinic’s Community Health Walk series has returned for 2026. This marks the the third year of a growing partnership between the medical group and Lost River Cave. This year’s initiative will feature community group walking events hosted at the nature park, each...
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Glasgow pharmacy distributor challenges federal suspension order
GLASGOW, Ky. (WBKO) — A Glasgow pharmacy distributor is suing the federal government following a recent suspension order, which stemmed from allegations that the distributor violated the Controlled Substances Act. Richie Enterprises, LLC, a family-owned drug wholesaler based in Glasgow, filed the federal lawsuit against the Department of Justice...
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Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center named Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital for second straight year
Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center (OHTLMC) announced that it has been named one of the 2026 Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals by The Chartis Center for Rural Health. “The recognition as a Top 100 hospital for the second year in a row reflects the sustained excellence that OHTLMC...
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Local Military Affairs Committee to host Hams for Heroes in Oak Grove
As Easter approaches, the Southwestern Kentucky Military Affairs Committee is inviting active duty and retired military members, police officers, firefighters and emergency medical service members to Ham for Heroes on Thursday. Ham for Heroes will take over the Equestrian Center Parking Lot at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming and Hotel starting...
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George Washington Carver Center shares BRADD resources with the community
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – One local center brought the community together to spread the knowledge the Barren River Area Development District has to share. The George Washington Carver Center held an event Friday for people in the community to host fellowship, to enjoy a meal and to be aware of the resources and care BRADD offers to people in south-central Kentucky.
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The Medical Center at Bowling Green recommends new routes to emergency department
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Medical Center at Bowling Green is releasing an important update about routes to its emergency department. Starting Wednesday at 8 p.m., the Kentucky Department of Transportation is conducting a traffic change on U.S. 31-W Bypass between Fairview Avenue and Park Street that is expected to causes traffic delays.
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New senior center opens in Cave City to serve local residents
CAVE CITY, Ky. – A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Friday morning for a new senior center aimed at serving older adults in the community. The facility, located at 105 Duke St., was created to provide a renovated, dedicated space for residents ages 60 and older to access meals, activities and social opportunities.
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Mobile clinic brings recovery, health services to Glasgow
GLASGOW, Ky. (WBKO) - According to the University of Kentucky, 107 Kentucky counties are health care deserts and now local organizations are stepping up to fill the need. A Kentucky nonprofit and health clinic are teaming up to provide recovery and clinic services to members of the Glasgow community. Joyce...
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The Med Center performs its 500th minimally invasive procedure
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Medical Center at Bowling Green performed its 500th procedure using a minimally invasive heart pump. This procedure involves a temporary heart pump for patients whose hearts are too weak. The pump is called the Impella. Dr. Sardar Ijaz is the cardiologist who performed the...
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Hospice of Southern Kentucky celebrates revitalization of memorial garden
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Hospice of Southern Kentucky is celebrating the revitalization of the Geri Buchanon Smith Memorial Garden on its Bowling Green campus. The garden honors the late wife of longtime board member Dr. David Smith. The couple shared a deep love of gardening, and hospice leaders said the space is meant to reflect that.
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TJ Pavilion expansion still waiting on federal funds nearly 2 years later
Nearly two years since it was announced, T.J. Regional Health is still awaiting federal funds necessary to expand to the third floor of the T.J. Health Pavilion in Glasgow. The third floor expansion was announced on May 13, 2024 during a “Legislator Appreciation Reception,” according to prior reporting. At the time, T.J. Regional Health Chief Executive Officer Neil Thornbury said the 31,000 square-foot expansion would cost roughly $6.9 million.
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Med Center marks 500 heart pump procedures
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) — The Medical Center at Bowling Green has performed more than 500 procedures using the Impella with SmartAssist, a minimally-invasive heart pump that supports patients with weakened hearts, hospital officials said. Dr. Sardar Ijaz, an interventional cardiologist at Med Center Health, conducted the milestone procedure...
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T.J. Samson Hospital installs advanced da Vinci 5 surgical robot
T.J. Samson Community Hospital is expanding its robotic surgery capabilities with the installation of Intuitive’s new da Vinci 5 system. The system is designed to further advance minimally invasive care by improving outcomes, efficiency and the insights available to surgeons, according to a press release from T.J. Regional Health. The da Vinci 5 replaces the older da Vinci SI model previously used in the hospital’s surgery suite.
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Hadi Shriners, Ohio Twp. Fire Dept. to offer free screening clinic in Rockport
ROCKPORT, Ky. (WFIE) - The Hadi Shriners are partnering with the Ohio Township Volunteer Fire Department in Spencer County for a free screening clinic this weekend. Officials say the reason for the clinic is so that a doctor can look at bone or muscle problems, burn scars, and more. The...
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Kentucky health center marks 10 years of care for rural patients
HORSE CAVE, Ky. — A health center in Horse Cave is celebrating its 10th anniversary of bringing critical care to a rural community. Med Center Health opened its Caverna location 10 years ago, changing access to treatment in Hart County. “With Med Center Health, we’ve not only survived, but...
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Getting to the heart of cardiac care
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — Heart health was the focus at the Community Champions Luncheon, where longtime cardiologist Dr. Kay reflected on how far heart care has come since he began practicing on March 8, 1980 — the day Med Center Health opened. The event featured survivors like Sterling...