Advocates say new silica dust rule won’t curb black lung; affected miners are younger, sicker
By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service After the Biden administration released a new rule setting standards to limit exposure to…
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Dr. Clay Shearer came to love dermatology because he can work with people — and see the results
By Andy Furman NKyTribune reporter He was recognized for Excellence in Dermatology by NKY Magazine. But it wasn’t planned that…
Today is Workers’ Memorial Day, a time to remember those who died in workplace accidents
Gov. Andy Beshear is asking Kentuckians to take time today to remember those who have perished in workplace accidents. This…
Legal Aid of the Bluegrass seeking volunteers to assist with Kentucky’s Medicare SHIP program
Navigating Medicare can be tough for many people. From prescription drug plans to private health plans to deceptive insurance agents,…
Drug Take Back Day is Saturday, DEA’s twice-yearly effort to rid your homes of unneeded medications
The Drug Enforcement Admnistration has announced that Saturday will be the next National Prescription Drug Take Back Day when the federal…
Measels is highly contagious and potentially deadly; here’s how you can protect against the spread
Dr. Nicholas Van Sickels University of Kentucky Over two decades ago, measles – a highly contagious and potentially deadly childhood…
Measles is highly contagious and potentially deadly; here’s how you can protect against the spread
Dr. Nicholas Van Sickels University of Kentucky Over two decades ago, measles – a highly contagious and potentially deadly childhood…
St. Elizabeth Healthcare to open doors of new Cancer Center-Dearborn in Southeastern Indiana
St. Elizabeth Healthcare will officially open the doors of the St. Elizabeth Cancer Center-Dearborn on Monday, April 29, providing cutting-edge…
KDFWR warning Kentuckians to take precautions to avoid tick bites, infections as weather warms
As temperatures rise and the days get longer, people are spending more time hunting, fishing, hiking and enjoying the outdoors….
New state law on vaping being challenged in Franklin Circuit Court by vape retailers, hemp association
By Sarah Ladd Kentucky Lantern Four vape shops, the Kentucky Vaping Retailers Association and the Kentucky Hemp Association have filed…
Free webinar on ‘tackling the immunization crisis’ set by Foundation for Healthy Kentucky
The Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky’s next “Health for a Change” webinar is titled “Tackling the Immunization Crisis.” It will be…
St. Elizabeth Physicians honored with Acclaim Award from American Medical Group Association
St. Elizabeth Physicians announced its recent recognition by the American Medical Group Association (AMGA) as an honoree for the Acclaim…
Governor moves Medical Cannabis Program ahead with expedited timeline for licenses by lottery
Gov. Andy Beshear announced that the Kentucky Medical Cannabis Program has taken significant steps toward ensuring Kentuckians with qualifying conditions…
Recognizing the signs and symptoms of stomach cancer, and how you can reduce your risk
Dr. Joseph Kim University of Kentucky While stomach cancer was in the headlines not long ago with the sudden death…
Kentuckians reminded to ‘Drive Distraction Free in Work Zones,’ work zone incidents spiked in 2023
As construction season’s orange cones and barrels spring up along Kentucky highways, state officials remind everyone to drive distraction free…
‘Momnibus’ bill passed on last day (without offending amendments); ‘great policy for moms and babies’
By Sarah Ladd Kentucky Lantern The maternal health legislation known as “Momnibus” was approved by the Kentucky legislature after it…
General Assembly passed dozens of health-related bills — here’s the summary so far; today is last day
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News In its 2024 session the Kentucky General Assembly has passed dozens of health-related bills…
Kentucky 4th in nation for teenagers having babies, though the rates overall are declining slowly
By John McGary WEKU Kentucky has the fourth-highest teenage birth rate in the U.S., according to the latest figures from…
Several state water systems exceed new federal limits for ‘forever chemicals’, must test and correct
By Al Cross Kentucky Health News Several Kentucky water systems, mostly on and near the Ohio River, will have to…
Cancer Support Community raising awareness of cancer disparities during Minority Health Month
Cancer doesn’t discriminate, but far too often access to effective care does. During Minority Health Month in April, Cancer Support…
With more than 2000 kids awaiting organ transplants, time – and organ size – are critical
Dr. Meera Gupta University of Kentucky Nearly 100,000 Americans are waiting for a life-saving organ. More than 2,000 of those…
Governor signs into law a ‘landmark’ bill eliminating out-of-pocket costs for prostate, other screenings
Governor Andy Beshear has signed into law legislation that will eliminate out-of-pocket costs for high-risk men being screened for prostate…