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Living Well: Get Screened Early, Often For Breast Cancer

It’s the second most common cancer among women in the U.S. While the annual rate of deaths from breast cancer is declining, it remains the leading cause of cancer deaths among women overall. And according to experts, early detection is critical to survival. In today’s Living Well, brought to you by Springhill Pharmacy, News 40’s Morgan Hoover has more on…

An alert is being tested nationwide Wednesday. Here’s what to know

A nationwide test of the emergency alert system is happening Wednesday at 1:20 p.m. local time. This means your cellphones, as well as TVs and radios, will let out a loud siren. The National Network to End Domestic Violence says this could pose a threat to domestic violence victims. While these alerts are meant to improve public safety, they can…

Company recalls cake sold at Walmart due to undeclared allergen

Photo source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration Company David’s Cookies is recalling 960 units of cake sold at Walmart stores throughout the United States for allergen concerns. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Marketside Chocolate Chip Explosion Cake should have been labeled as Marketside Ultimate Peanut Butter Chocolate Cake. The product is in a 7-ounce, clear plastic package…

Living Well: A New Virus Season, Same Drug Shortage

It’s that time of year again when respiratory virus cases typically start to rise in October. With sickness typically peaking between December and February. This all happening as the U.S. is facing another shortfall in a common antibiotic to help treat bacterial infections that may happen when a child is sick. In today’s Living Well, brought to you by Springhill…

Adair County man arrested after Cave City drug bust

Photo source: Barren River Drug Task Force CAVE CITY, Ky. – Multiple drugs are off of the street after an arrest at a Cave City motel. The Barren River Drug Task Force says it responded around 1:48 p.m. to a motel on Gardner Lane regarding a drug investigation. Officials say when they attempted to make contact, Barry F. Marcum, 34,…

National emergency alert to be tested on cell phones, TVs and radios

Photo source: CNN (CNN) – Don’t panic Wednesday when your smartphone lets out a loud noise. The federal government is planning a nationwide test of the emergency alert system at 2:20 p.m. eastern time. The test will include wireless emergency alerts in addition to television and radio. You should also receive a text message telling you it’s only a test….

Living Well: Sober October

Can you believe it’s already October? If you’ve been thinking about giving up alcohol or abstaining for a bit. You might want to try a new trend called sober October! Experts say giving up alcohol, even for a short time can help your health. In today’s Living Well, brought to you by Springhill Pharmacy, News 40’s Morgan Hoover has more…