New Alzheimer’s Association report reveals sharp increases in prevalence, deaths, costs of care
For the second consecutive year, total payments to care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s or other dementias will surpass a…
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‘Let’s Talk, Ladies’ is new service of Christ Hospital aimed at reaching out to women on health
Reports published by the U.S Department of Health indicate that women make more than 80 percent of today’s family healthcare…
CHFS launches prescription electronic reporting system, giving healthcare providers new tools
A new tool launched by the Cabinet for Health and Family Services’ (CHFS) KASPER program — Kentucky All Schedule Prescription…
Analysis shows doctors make more from drug companies as they prescribe more opioids
“As tens of thousands of Americans die from prescription opioid overdoses each year, an exclusive analysis by CNN and researchers…
Dental Health: Toothaches hurt; here’s how to avoid them — and what to do if you are experiencing one
By Shelley Shearer, D.M.D Special to NKyTribune Toothaches are just plain miserable. They are painful, make eating difficult and can…
NKY Health Department celebrates move with ribbon-cutting at new district office in Florence
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor Florence Mayor Diane Whalen and other community stakeholders welcomed the Northern Kentucky Health Department…
Health Issues Poll: Majority of Kentucky adults say childhood obesity is a serious problem in the state
A majority (56%) of Kentucky adults say childhood obesity is a serious problem in the state, according to the most…
Smart Health: Knowing the warning signs and how to react can help you survive a heart attack when alone
By Kristen Mees St. Elizabeth Healthcare Having a heart attack is scary no matter what the circumstance, but if you…
Rural areas have many obstacles to mental health care, including lack of anonymity, stigma
Mental illnesses such as anxiety and depression are common among older adults in rural areas, affecting 10 to 25 percent of that…
Smart Health: As we spring forward, get your New Year’s resolutions back on track; here are some tips
By Kristen Mees St. Elizabeth Healthcare If you are like most people, your motivation for New Year’s resolutions falters on…
Only 54 percent of Ky. high schools have full-time nurse; poll shows support for one in every school
Barely half of Kentucky’s high schools have a full-time registered nurse, according to the School Health Profiles compiled by the…
Longer-term opioid prescribing increases time away from work for injured workers, new WCRI study finds
Longer-term prescribing of opioids causes substantially longer duration of temporary disability among workers with work-related low back injuries, according to…
Coalition for Smoke-Free Tomorrow says $1 tax will actually reduce impact of smoking on health
A Coalition of more than 150 organizations is calling on the Kentucky legislature to help reduce smoking rates among low-income…
NKU, St. E. team up for Institute for Health Innovation, hire Dr. Valerie Hardcastle as executive director
Northern Kentucky University announces the Institute for Health Innovation (IHI), a transdisciplinary center that will further NKU’s commitment impacting population…
Smart Health: Cardiac surgeon changed his own life — and has tips for you for a heart healthy lifestyle
By Kristen Mees St. Elizabeth Healthcare Growing up in East Tennessee you may not be offered fruit and oatmeal for…
Kroger Co. partners with EVERFI on initiative to educate students about prescription drug use
The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) has announced a new educational initiative to empower Cincinnati area high school students with the…
Birth defects affect nearly 5000 babies in Kentucky a year; here are some simple steps to reduce risks
Each year an average of 4,900 Kentucky babies are born with a birth defect, often leading to health complications, disability…
St. Elizabeth Healthcare joins University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center Affiliate Network
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor St. Elizabeth Healthcare announced today it has joined the Markey Cancer Center Affiliate Network,…
Learn how to manage diabetes at free class offered by Northern Kentucky Health Department
Those wanting to learn how to better control their diabetes, can get practical tips at a free class on Saturday,…
KY Health Issues Poll: Favorable opinion of ACA, cigarette tax favored, insurance access for all
The most recent Kentucky Health Issues Poll (KHIP) found that more Kentucky adults have a favorable opinion of the Patient…
Grassroots group launches campaign in support of legislation to legalize medical marijuana in Kentucky
Kentucky Bluegrass Cannabis, LLC has launched a statewide grassroots campaign seeking to pass legislation that will legalize, regulate, and tax…
Dept. of Public Health warns of hazards caused by flooding — here are safety guidelines to follow
The Department for Public Health (DPH), within the Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS), reminds Kentuckians to follow safety…