Rural Fleming Co. and Caverna Memorial hospitals merging with larger groups in attempt to stay open
Two more rural Kentucky hospitals, Caverna Memorial Hospital in Horse Cave and Fleming County Hospital in Flemingsburg, are merging with…
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SmartHealthToday: Clearly, summer is coming to an end, so think about squeezing in perfect weekends
From SmartHealthToday With a week full of cool weather and the kids heading back to school, it’s starting to become…
Newport Aquarium to be local site for American Cancer Society’s ‘Hope Lives Here’ statewide event
The American Cancer Society has announced a statewide effort to raise money and awareness in the fight against cancer. Called…
My Brother’s Keeper: Brother saves life of sibling with cancer; sign up to be a donor at event Aug. 29
You can save a life. This Saturday, the Perricelli family of Union is hosting a bone marrow registry and blood…
Paul Long: Which do you want: short, hilly legs or long, flat ones? Runners decide placement in relay
On Saturday, a group of runners stood around my kitchen, munching on barbeque and contemplating such existential questions as: Who…
Kentucky gets $2.6 million in federal funding to improve screening rates for colon cancer
Kentucky will receive approximately $2.6 million in federal grant funding over five years to improve screening rates and health outcomes…
Philip B. Schworer M.D. Memorial Scholarship awarded on his birthday to Jacklyn Steinman
The first Philip B. Schworer, M.D. Memorial Scholarship has been awarded to Jacklyn Dawn Steinman, to pursue additional education in…
Bevin and Conway to speak, answer questions about health policy at rural health group’s meeting Sept. 18
The Kentucky Rural Health Association is hosting a “Candidates Forum on Health” Friday, Sept. 18 in Bowling Green, after the…
Advice: Protect your joints while improving your tennis game by following these five good tips
Many tennis players not only enjoy the game but are looking for some exercise without the joint stress. Surprisingly, tennis…
Northern Kentucky’s county health centers offer assistance with kynect health insurance enrollment
Any Northern Kentucky resident can now sign up for affordable health insurance through kynect, Kentucky’s online insurance system, at the…
Florence American Legion Riders will mount up for annual Teddy Bear Ride to benefit kids at St. E’s
The American Legion Riders will hold their sixth annual Teddy Bear Ride Satruday from noon to 2 p.m. to benefit…
Paul Long: ‘What are questions running through runners’ minds?’ Here’s the study — and reality
So. A group of scientists wanted to know what runners think about when they run. And, of course, being scientists,…
Numerous health screenings available during the Kentucky State Fair Aug. 20-30
Visitors to the Kentucky State Fair, which starts Aug. 20 and runs through Aug. 30, can take advantage of a…
SmartHealthToday: Dairy industry is pushing chocolate milk for athletes; is that a good idea?
By Rory Glynn From SmartHealthToday Toward the end of “Anchorman,” a visibly fatigued and overheated Ron Burgundy (Will Ferrell) takes…
Report: Improving Kentuckians’ health will require increasing education levels and fighting poverty
By Melissa Patrick Special to NKyTribune Increased access to insurance is just one part of the equation to improve the…
SmartHealthToday: Here are eight tips to avoid headaches that may be caused by your diet
From SmartHealthToday Just about anything can trigger a headache, from changes in the weather to stress to hormonal fluctuations. But…
Worlds apart, Kentucky and Massachusetts form unlikely bond over overdose deaths
Drug overdoses from opioid use remain a concern in Eastern Kentucky, especially in poverty-stricken regions where coal mines have shuttered,…
SmartHealthToday: Back to school is a big change — and a child’s anxiety is normal, except. . .
Anxiety is normal for children at any age, especially when experiencing big changes like going to school. Many parents dismiss…
More Kentuckians get preventive services since expansion of Medicaid, DMS data shows
The number of Kentuckians receiving preventive health services has risen dramatically since Medicaid expansion took effect in late 2013, new…
NKy Health District names officers for new fiscal year; Boone County’s Julie Metzger Aubuchon is new chair
The Northern Kentucky District Board of Health has selected Julie Metzger Aubuchon, OD, Jack Lenihan, DMD, and Chris Reinersman as…
Consumer Reports releases hospital-acquired infection report; some hospitals need work
A new study from Consumer Reports has analyzed hospital-acquired infection data for thousands of hospitals across the U.S. and rated…
SmartHealthToday: ‘Tis the season to eat fresh fruits, vegetables — good for diet and your pocket
From SmartHealthToday Summer is the perfect time to enjoy fresh produce, whether you buy it from your grocery store or…