Lee Ramsey: Common myths about exercise – Why working harder doesn’t always work
One of the most common misconceptions about exercise is that “The more workouts I do, the harder I sweat, the…
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NKY native Jordan Zumdick joins Sun Behavioral Health as mobile assessment coordinator
SUN Behavioral Health Kentucky has announced Northern Kentucky native Jordan Zumdick has joined the organization as a mobile assessment coordinator….
Cancer advocates urge lawmakers to take action to reduce the burden of cancer
Cancer patients, survivors and caregivers from across the state traveled to the Capitol campus to meet with their elected officials…
NorthKey Community Care names Rob Vonckx chief of operations and strategy
NorthKey Community Care has named Rob Vonckx its chief of operations and strategy. Vonckx previously served as chief of operations…
New guideline expands stroke treatment for adults, offers first pediatric stroke guidance
Expanded eligibility for advanced stroke therapies and new recommendations for diagnosing and treating stroke in children and adults are among the major…
Danei Edelen: Mental health, sleep quality go hand-in-hand, steps to take to improve both
Ever drive to work and have no idea how you got there? Ever get so little sleep that you started…
American Heart Assocation offers cold weather heart health tips — how to stay safe
The American Heart Association offers some important information for staying heart healthy in cold temperatures. While grocery store shelves may…
Lee Ramsey: Fitness as self care, not punishment — the right mind set makes all the difference
Growing up in sports, exercise was often communicated in a way that can only be described as borderline masochistic. Training…
Lawsuit claims Addiction Recovery Care in ‘desperate straits,’ owes feds $28 million
By Deborah Yetter Kentucky Lantern Addiction Recovery Care, or ARC, Kentucky’s largest provider of addiction treatment, has been hit by…
Colorectal cancer is increasing among younger adults, how to recognize recognize symptoms
Dr. Erin Wolf Horrell, M.D. Ph.D. University of Kentucky Since the early 1990s, there has been an increase in colorectal…
‘Our Healthy Kentucky Home’ initiative focuses on children with special health care needs
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News The focus of January’s “Our Healthy Kentucky Home” initiative highlights several resources that focus…
Six health bills are on the move in first two weeks of legislative session, many more filed
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News Just nine days into the 2026 legislative session, several of the many health-related bills…
Tetanus infections uncommon, but are on the rise in the U.S., report Kentucky public health officials
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today While tetanus infections are uncommon in the United States, a concerning increase in cases has…
State health officials report positive case of measles in unvaccinated Jassamine County resident
The Kentucky Department for Public Health (KDPH) has announced an unvaccinated Jessamine County resident has tested positive for measles. This…
Lee Ramsey: Why we keep failing at fitness every January; let’s think about ‘health’ differently
From January 1st through mid-March, gyms are packed. The treadmills are full, group classes are waitlisted, and motivation is high….
Kentucky’s first medical cannabis processing facility is now operating in Dayton
By David S. Rotenstein NKyTribune reporter Legal medical cannabis use in Kentucky passed a milestone Thursday as the Commonwealth’s first…
UK Health: Stay warm and safe during a power outage — here are some tips
By Robert McCool University of Kentucky Power outages can happen at any time. Damage to power lines due to severe…
SAD? Perhaps it’s ‘seasonal affective disorder’ — here’s an explanation
By Jennifer Jahn NKyTribune staff writer As seasons change from less daylight, drearier days, and colder temperatures that may keep…
Gateway starts process for accreditation of associate degree in nursing; invites public comments
Gateway Community & Technical College will host a site visit for initial accreditation of its Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)…
How the whole family can build healthy habits that stick as you’re in ‘back on track’ mode
By Dr. Stephen Semcho, Ph.D. University of Kentucky It’s common for people to change their eating and exercise habits during…
Governor announces statewide carbon monoxide safety initiative, including proactive inspections
Gov. Beshear announced a new statewide initiative focused on carbon monoxide (CO) safety, including proactive inspections of aging buildings. These…
LifeSciKY welcomes Centre College student Alexandru David as Innovation Fellow
LifeSciKY, Kentucky’s nonprofit lab incubator, has named Alexandru David as one of its first Innovation Fellows. This role offers undergraduate…