Navigating Aging: Homebound seniors living alone often slip through health system’s cracks
By Judith Graham KFF Health News Carolyn Dickens, 76, was sitting at her dining room table, struggling to catch her…
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Kentucky Center for Economic Policy report makes case for paid parental leave for state employees
As public and private employers across Kentucky increasingly offer paid parental leave, tens of thousands of Kentucky state workers are…
Kidney stones are common, here’s what you should know about symptoms and prevention
By Dr. Peter Sawaya University of Kentucky Kidney stones are common. In the US, one in 11 individuals will be…
Kentuckians will need vision screening to renew driver’s license — advocates, critics weigh in
By Jack Brammer Kentucky Lantern Starting Jan. 1, Kentucky motorists will need an eye exam — either from an eye…
A ‘Blue Christmas’ free event for those who find the holiday challenging due to grief and loss
On Thursday, December 5, “Blue Christmas,” a free community event focused on support for those who may find the holiday…
KVH to offer continuing education opportunities for social, health workers at annual meeting Dec. 10
By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service Medicaid renewals and steps the state is taking to improve maternal health are all…
Attorney General Russell Coleman files lawsuit against Optum Rx for role in opioid epidemic
The Kentucky Attorney General’s Office has announced its latest lawsuit against a corporation behind the worst man-made epidemic in modern…
Hoxworth Blood Center seeking donors at seven greater Cincinnati locations, including Ft. Mitchell
As the winter chill sets in, Hoxworth Blood Center, University of Cincinnati, is offering an extra layer of warmth for…
Increase in emergency department visits often comes with holidays, some hazards to avoid
By Dr. Zachary Warriner University of Kentucky The holiday season is a great time to gather with family and friends,…
Screening remains the best defense against lung cancer, here’s what to know
By Dr. Timothy Mullett University of Kentucky For many decades, Kentucky has been leading the nation in lung cancer incidence…
Many Kentucky kids lead fragmented and traumatic lives according to latest Kids Count County Data Book
By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service Nearly one in four Kentucky kids has experienced at least two Adverse Childhood Experiences,…
St. Elizabeth Foundation’s annual Holiday Style Show and Luncheon is Monday at MegaCorp
Join the St. Elizabeth Foundation for its annual Holiday Style Show and Luncheon on Monday, November 25 at MegaCorp Pavilion…
NorthKey Community Care CEO Dr. Owen Nichols receives KPA Distinguished Career in Psychology Award
Dr. Owen Nichols, president and CEO of NorthKey Community Care, has been recognized with the Distinguished Career in Psychology Award…
New Kenton County Health Center in Covington to be officially opened at Friday ceremony
The Northern Kentucky Health Department is officially opening its new Kenton County Health Center in Covington on Friday with a…
American Cancer Society’s 48th Great American Smokeout to reduce tobacco use set for Thursday
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Cancer patients, survivors and advocates are marking the American Cancer Society’s 48th annual Great American…
Thanksgiving Day is the leading day for home cooking fires; NFPA reminding families to use extra caution
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) urges added caution when cooking on Thanksgiving Day, by far the leading day of…
Many older, low-income or disabled KYians may qualify for Medicare, Medicaid Dual Special Needs Plan
By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service Nearly 13 million people nationwide, including the around two million people in Kentucky enrolled…
Navigating Aging: Older Americans living alone often rely on neighbors or others willing to help
By Judith Graham KFF Health News Donald Hammen, 80, and his longtime next-door neighbor in south Minneapolis, Julie McMahon, have…
Four St. Elizabeth Hospital locations earn top grade in Leapfrog Group’s fall safety ratings
In recognition of outstanding patient safety, St. Elizabeth Healthcare‘s four eligible hospitals – St. Elizabeth Edgewood, Florence, Ft. Thomas and…
CLIMB-Health program program aims to help those in recovery into career pathway
A statewide program in Kentucky aims to provide credentialing and pathways to a career in social work for people in…
The treatment and prevention of childhood obesity starts at home; here’s what parents should know
By Dr. Samir Softic and Dr. Aurelia Radulescu University of Kentucky In the United States, one in five children are…
Project Heart ReStart to deliver 168 AEDs to 40 law enforcement agencies across six NKY counties
Project Heart ReStart will deliver 168 Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs), to 38 agencies across six Northern Kentucky counties: Boone, Kenton,…