Kentucky uninsured rate drops to 7.5 percent, lower than national average, eight surrounding states
More Kentuckians are gaining health insurance coverage, a trend that has continued since the Affordable Care Act (ACA) was implemented…
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Northern Kentucky Health Department releases community assessment, health improvement plan
Every five years, the Northern Kentucky Health Department engages the community in an assessment to understand the current health status…
State officials launch ‘Fight the Bite Day and Night’ campaign focused on Zika virus prevention
Kentucky health professionals gathered at the Kentucky State University Research Farm Monday for a Zika virus prevention event. Launching its…
Matt Hollenkamp named vice president/marketing for St. Elizabeth Healthcare system
St. Elizabeth Healthcare has hired Matthew Hollenkamp to fill a newly created Vice President-level marketing leadership slot at the regional…
Health department offering free whooping cough vaccine on May 18; don’t ignore persistent cough
Since November 2015, there have been 230 cases of whooping cough, also known as pertussis, reported in Boone, Campbell, Grant…
SmartHealthToday: You’re working out, in keeping with resolutions, but you may be ‘overusing’
By Rory Glynn SmartHealthToday People who resolved to get in shape in 2016 have several months of workouts under their…
Gen-H initiative sets sights on collaborative effort to help improve health in Northern Kentucky
By Hannah Purnell Special to NKyTribune from NKY Thrives What’s the key to improving overall health? Experts involved in a…
Political climate in Frankfort means smoke-free advocates should focus on local bans
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News More Kentucky localities are likely to see efforts for smoking bans, as a statewide…
SmartHealthToday: After all that training, here are tips for recovering from the big race days
SmartHealthToday Team You’re trained for weeks, months, maybe even years for this day. You know exactly what time you’re aiming…
SmartHealthToday: Is that a ‘sinus headache’ you are suffering — or is it really a migraine?
By Shelly Reese SmartHealthToday Spring is here, pollen is in the air, there’s a change in the weather and sinus…
Williamstown Mayor Rick Skinner to be honored with 2016 Award of Excellence by NKY Health Department
The Northern Kentucky Health Department will honor Williamstown Mayor Rick Skinner with the 2016 Award of Excellence in Public Health….
State, national health officials say potential exists for Kentucky to have Zika virus outbreak
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News While all 388 Zika virus cases confirmed in the continental U.S., including six in…
Paul Long: Chris Herren ran small race for big purpose; daughter Tessa, in stroller, crosses line first
Chris Herren won a small 5K race in Erlanger on Saturday. He ran a pretty good time, too: 17:02, which…
Kentucky Department of Insurance approves Anthem’s purchase of Cigna Dental Health
The Kentucky Department of Insurance has approved Anthem’s application to purchase Cigna Dental Health of Kentucky, Inc., doing business as…
Safety first: When mowing the lawn, keeping children indoors is the best possible safety precaution
By Dr. Lesley Wong Special to NKyTribune Spring is here which means children will begin playing outside more often. With…
SmartHealthToday: Shape up now, middle-agers, or regret your small brain later
By Shelly Reese SmartHealthToday As if there isn’t enough evidence that exercise is good for you, researchers have found that…
Spring is here — and so are seasonal allergies; here are some tips to reduce eye discomfort
April showers bring spring allergies. Along with the beautiful blooming flowers and growing grass, spring in Kentucky means the…
Paul Long: Ask ‘why?’ do runners do what they do — and get a variety of ‘because’ answers
Late last week, a running friend posted a simple question on Facebook: Why? Why does one get up before dawn…
St. E to name Covington, Ft. Thomas Wound Care Centers for medical director Dr. Patrick Birrer
St. Elizabeth Healthcare will dedicate its Wound Care Centers in Covington and Ft. Thomas to Patrick T. Birrer, MD in…
St. E’s Christina Rust receives CDC national award for efforts to promote childhood immunization in NKY
Christina Rust, Maternal Child Health Education Specialist with St. Elizabeth Healthcare, has been named CDC Childhood Immunization Champion for her…
Florence native Stephen Toadvine named president of Baptist Health Medical Group
Stephen Toadvine, MD, has been named president of Baptist Health Medical Group (BHMG). As president, he will assume executive responsibilities…
With Earth Day in mind, USDA provides tips, including a free app, to help serve safer food
As Earth Day approaches, did you know the U.S. Department of Agriculture has an app that can help you save…