SUMMARY: Med Center Health’s Dental Clinic in Bowling Green, Ky., has partnered with the American Heart Association to tackle high blood pressure through the “Embracing Community Care” initiative, funded by the Delta Dental of Kentucky Foundation. The program aims to equip dental clinics with blood pressure machines to monitor adult patients and connect them to medical care. This collaboration emphasizes training for dental providers to identify hypertension, as many individuals regularly visit dental clinics. Educative materials on blood pressure monitoring and communication with primary care will also be provided to enhance health outcomes and reduce risks of heart attacks and strokes.

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SUMMARY: Meteorologist Susanne Horgan reports fog and drizzle this morning, with temperatures around freezing in some areas, including 32°F in Corydon and Shelbyville. The International Airport registers 34°F but feels colder due to wind chill. Light drizzle is observed along Bardstown Road and nearby areas. The forecast indicates that this morning’s drizzle will transition to more widespread rainfall later in the day, with rain continuing into the evening. A heavy rainfall concern with potential flooding is expected on Saturday, especially in southern communities, followed by a transition to snow showers as colder air arrives.

WLKY 6 a.m. weather forecast Feb. 12, 2025

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SUMMARY: In Lexington, KY, a messy weather pattern is expected to bring significant rainfall and flooding threats this weekend, with 2.5 to 5 inches of rain forecasted. A weak system will produce scattered rain today, particularly in southern and southeastern Kentucky, with a Winter Weather Advisory in place for light freezing drizzle in the north. Temperatures will rise today but drop into the 20s by Thursday, with possible light snow showers. A powerful storm system is predicted for Friday night into Saturday, causing flash flooding concerns, especially in flood-prone areas. Colder temperatures will follow the storm into early next week.

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