Taking Research To The Front Lines: Why UK Researchers Are Studying Firefighter Fitness

WUKY | By UK Now

Published May 2, 2018 at 8:45 AM EDT

This week on Dr. Greg Davis on Medicine the host talks with Dr. Mark Abel and UK Graduate Assistant Researcher Anssi Saari about their study examining the physical fitness level of firefighters and other tactical personnel.

Read the UK Now article here:

Related Content

Dr. Greg Davis on Medicine

UK Researcher To Study Cardiac Effects Of Cocaine Use Disorder

Greg Davis

Does reducing the use of cocaine, but not abstaining from the substance entirely, produce health benefits? Dr. Greg Davis talks with William Stoops,…
Dr. Greg Davis on Medicine

Safe Winter Walking Easier If You Follow This Simple Advice

Greg Davis

Honestly, we didn't think we'd have to raise this topic for several months but Mother Nature had other plans. So, this week Dr. Greg Davis gets some tips…
Dr. Greg Davis on Medicine

UK Program Engages Appalachian Students in Cancer Research

Greg Davis

This week on Dr. Greg Davis on Medicine the host talks with Nathan Vanderford, assistant professor in the UK College of Medicine and director of the CTOP…
Dr. Greg Davis on Medicine

Clinical Trials And Research: The Backbone Of Modern Medicine

Greg Davis

If it weren't for clinical studies we would not have medications, surgical procedures, and it's not a stretch to declare we wouldn't have healthcare at…
Dr. Greg Davis on Medicine

UK Professor Helps Develop Guidelines for Treating Opioid Use Disorder

Greg Davis

This week on Dr. Greg Davis on Medicine the host talks with Dr. Michelle Lofwall, associate professor in the University of Kentucky College of Medicine,…