UK College of Medicine to partner with NKU, St. E to develop regional medical school campus in NKY
The University of Kentucky College of Medicine today announced plans to develop a regional medical school campus in Northern Kentucky for…
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KHIP finds more Kentuckians do have health insurance under ACA, but report cost is still a barrier
Since 2014, when most of the provisions of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) were implemented, many more adults have acquired…
Is medical marijuana the answer to nation’s opioid epidemic, a major concern in Appalachia?
From the Rural Blog Could medical marijuana be the answer to the nation’s opioid epidemic, which is a major concern…
Study analysis of hospital safety estimates more than 200,000 preventable facility-related deaths each year
An analysis of two well-controlled studies estimates that the number of preventable hospital-associated deaths are over 200,000 each year, argues…
SmartHealthToday: How much caffeine is too much? Some ideas to help you evaluate your habit
By Shelly Reese SmartHealthToday Baby, it’s cold outside and that extra cup of hot tea or coffee sounds soooooo appealing….
Health Issues Poll provides insight into insurance coverage among Kentucky adults; 12% uninsured
Having health insurance is an important factor in being able to get needed health care. Since 2008, the Kentucky Health…
St. E. Healthcare hosts physical therapy students in friendly ‘Crosstown Splint Off’ competition
St. Elizabeth Healthcare invited students from Mt. St. Joseph University’s physical therapy (PT) program, Xavier University’s occupational therapy (OT) program,…
SmartHealthToday: Happy Valentine’s Day coming up, some tips on showing how much you really care
By Shelly Reese SmartHealthToday This Valentine’s Day, show your partner you really care by looking out for his or her…
SmartHealthToday: For your good heart health, don’t overdo the salt; here are foods to avoid
SmartHealthToday Team It’s almost automatic. You sit down to a meal and the first thing you do is reach for…
Medicaid covered more than 650,000 adult Kentuckians in third quarter of 2016
Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky More than three-quarters of the adult Kentuckians covered by Medicaid in the third quarter of…
SmartHealthToday: Young father, Matt Richard of Fort Thomas, lives with world’s smallest pacemaker
SmartHealthToday Team Life threw a dramatic curve ball to Matt and Krissy Richard of Fort Thomas. The drama started on…
About those ‘floaters’ — what are they and what do they mean for your eyes? UK expert has answers
By Ann Blackford UK Communications Have you ever noticed the sudden appearance of a black dot in your field of…
More than 70 percent of Kentucky adults who didn’t have health insurance in early 2016 were working
More than 70 percent of nearly 234,000 Kentucky adults who still didn’t have health insurance in early 2016 said they…
Kentucky Health Issues Poll shows 40 percent of adults 18-45 have tried e-cigs, despite health risks
Despite federal government and health professional’s warnings that e-cigarettes, or “e-smoking,” can be harmful, nearly 40 percent of adults ages…
Laura Rohling’ s innovative cervical disc replacement restores full mobility through less invasive procedure
By Vicki Prichard NKyTribune reporter When Laura Rohling began experiencing horrible headaches, vertigo, and significant pain in her shoulder last…
The Rural Blog: Majority of children consume one sugary drink a day; links to obesity, poor health
Nearly two-thirds of children ages 2-19 consume at least one sugary drink per day, says a study by the Centers…
KentuckyRxCard provides HIPAA compliant prescription discount coupon — it’s free, online
Representatives of the KentuckyRxCard spoke at the Supporting Latino Families Northern Kentucky meeting Thursday at the Center for Great Neighborhoods….
Kentucky failing in efforts to reduce tobacco use, American Lung Association national report says
The American Lung Association’s “State of Tobacco Control” report has found that in 2016 Kentucky failed to do enough to…
Rural Blog: Small counties overcome opposition to start successful syringe exchange programs
Small, rural counties are leading the way in establishing syringe exchanges to prevent outbreaks of HIV and hepatitis C among…
State Sen. McDaniel visits Elsmere nursing and rehabilitation center to discuss pulmonary care
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor State Sen. Chris McDaniel, R-Latonia, took advantage of the break in the General Assembly’s…
Emerald Trace on Turkeyfoot in Elsmere to use Household Model for Northern Kentucky seniors
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor A new chapter in senior care in Northern Kentucky began Thursday evening with the…
KY Health Issues Poll: Kentuckians split on ACA (also known as Obamacare); 90 percent are insured
The 2016 Kentucky Health Issues Poll (KHIP), conducted by Interact for Health and the Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky, has…