Danei Edelen: Navigating mental health struggles can be frightening, it’s important to know you’re not alone
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Test your home for radon: High levels found in many KY homes, can cause cancer
January is National Radon Action Month, and the American Lung Association is raising awareness of the potential health risks of…
Alert: NKY Health Department warns of potential measles exposure at Ark Encounter
The Kentucky Department for Public Health was notified of a potential measles exposure in Northern Kentucky. The unvaccinated, out-of-state individual…
Kentucky reports first pediatric influenza death this respiratory virus season – a child from Kenton County
Officials with the Kentucky Department for Public Health announced that a Kentucky child has died from influenza (flu). This is…
Kentucky awarded $212 million in federal funds to support Commonwealth’s rural hospitals
Kentucky’s Rural Health Transformation Plan (RHTP) has been accepted in full by the Trump administration, securing $212.9 million in funding…
New data shows Kentucky physicians rank #6 on salaries; specialists paid even more
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today New data has surprisingly revealed that Kentucky is one of the best states to practice…
More Kentucky kids struggle with obesity, poor nutrition
By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service In Kentucky, nearly one in five youths from ages 6-17 are obese, according to new county-level data on…
As new year looms, AMA offers evidence-based tips for staying healthy
By StatePoint Kentucky Health News With a new year ahead, the American Medical Association is offering 10 evidence-based tips for staying healthy…
Kentucky’s Make America Healthy Again Task Force approves legislative recommendations
The Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Kentucky Task Force, established by House Speaker David Osborne and Senate President Robert Stivers…
Sweet Tooth season: Protecting your smile from holiday treats
By Dr. Ingrid Santamaria, D.D.S. University of Kentucky The holiday season brings with it trays of cookies, bowls of candy…
DEA answers AG Coleman’s call with major step toward banning ‘designer Xanax’ nationwide
Attorney General Russell Coleman announced a drug blamed for the death of nearly 50 Kentuckians last year is one step…
Duke Energy and community partners join to ensure customers have support in challenging times
As temperatures drop this holiday season, more families are turning to community resources to make ends meet. Duke Energy Ohio…
Five actions to diffuse interpersonal violence to make the holidays safer for everyone
Dr. Ann Coker, PhD University of Kentucky For more than 16 years, University of Kentucky researchers have worked to find…
St. E. Healthy Headlines: Winter weather can cause asthma flare-ups, take steps to protect yourself
St. Elizabeth Healthcare If you have asthma, you know you face unique challenges in winter. The good news is you…
First medical marijuana dispensary, The Post Dispensary, opens in Kentucky in Beaver Dam
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News Kentucky’s first medical marijuana dispensary officially opened Saturday, Dec. 13, nearly one year after…
NKU among recipients of final round of grants from CPE’s Healthcare Workforce Investment Fund
The Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education (CPE) recently recognized recipients of the fourth and final round of Healthcare Workforce Investment…
St. Elizabeth associates donate 5,400 pairs of socks to Rose Garden Home mission
As temperatures drop across Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati, St. Elizabeth associates are stepping up to help those in need….
Heart disease is often undiagnosed in women, here’s why their symptoms get overlookecd
By Dr. Nouran Sorour University of Kentucky As a cardiologist, I see this far too often: women come to us…
Council on Postsecondary Education reports 22.8% surge in health-related majors since 2022
Kentucky is experiencing a surge in students pursuing health-related degrees, according to new data released by the Kentucky Council on…
NKY Water District sends notifications regarding your water service line, required by EPA
Many Northern Kentucky Water District (NKWD) customers will be receiving a notification in the mail regarding their water service line…
‘Blue Christmas’ free event of support on December 11 to help those challenged by grief
On Thursday, December 11, “Blue Christmas,” a free community event focused on support for those who may find the holiday…
Kentucky’s U.S. Sen. Rand Paul files bill to make all Americans eligible for Health Savings Accounts
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Kentucky’s junior U.S. Senator Rand Paul, R-Bowling Green, has introduced the Health Marketplace and Savings…