St. E. Healthy Headlines: Debunking misconceptions about cholesterol — it’s important to know the facts
When it’s time for your annual primary care provider visit, one health value they’re likely checking are your cholesterol levels….
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Legislature, Beshear pass law to protect independent pharmacies in Kentucky from commercial PBMs
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News A bill to address an unfair playing field between commercial pharmacy-benefit managers and independent…
Respiratory-virus activity ticks up a bit but hospital admissions fall; flu drives admissions, ER visits
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News The state Department for Public Health says respiratory virus activity ticked up a bit in Kentucky…
St. Elizabeth Healthy Headlines: High blood pressure is a ‘silent killer’ — there are ways to control it
When it comes to high blood pressure, ignorance isn’t bliss. In fact, not knowing could kill you. That’s because high…
Governor recognizes National Public Health Week and DPH for helping create a stronger, healthier KY
Gov. Andy Beshear recognized this week, April 1-7, as National Public Health Week and thanked the Department for Public Health…
Understanding the symptoms, causes, and management of Parkinson’s disease
By Dr. Zain Guduru University of Kentucky Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive neurological disorder that affects movement. Named after…
Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act — aka ‘Obamacare’ – becoming untouchable safety net
Kentucky Health News “A law once derided as ‘Obamacare’ and demonized as a big-government power grab is becoming a politically…
St. E. Healthy Headlines: What’s in a nutrition label on foods you purchase? A step toward healthier eating
Most packaged foods sold in the United States include a nutrition label, which details nutrients in the food and recommended…
Kentucky parents say access to reliable, affordable child care linked to better mental health
Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service More parents in Kentucky are switching jobs, delaying major purchases, cutting back on essential needs,…
Navigating Aging: The burden of getting medical care can be exhausting for older patients
By Judith Graham KFF Health News Susanne Gilliam, 67, was walking down her driveway to get the mail in January…
New restrictions on vape sales win approval in the final hours with tobacco industry backing
By Sarah Ladd Kentucky Lantern A bill to curb underage vaping, which opponents say will hurt small businesses and encourage a…
Studies show Paxlovid, a medication proven effective in the treatment of COVID-19, is being underutilized
By Dr. Nicholas Van Sickels University of Kentucky A safe and effective medication designed to prevent mild-to-moderate COVID-19 infections from…
St. E. hitting home run with Reds Eric Davis, Elly De La Cruz to champion proactive health practices
St. Elizabeth Healthcare has announced a new collaboration with Cincinnati Reds infielder Elly De La Cruz, aimed at championing proactive…
Health insurers again win lobbying battle with doctors, hospitals over ‘prior authorization’ of treatments
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News A bill to exempt health-care providers who have 90% or more of their claims…
St. Elizabeth’s Garren Colvin to speak at Covington Business Council’s monthly luncheon
Garren Colvin, president and CEO of St. Elizabeth Healthcare, has been leading Northern Kentucky/Greater Cincinnati to be a healthier region…
Criminal immunity for KY medical providers who make mistakes wins unanimous legislative support
By Sarah Ladd Kentucky Lantern A bill giving Kentucky’s health care providers criminal immunity for medical mistakes — which one…
UC psychiatrist explains the links between toxic stress and poor health − and how to get help
By Lawson R. Wulsin University of Cincinnati COVID-19 taught most people that the line between tolerable and toxic stress –…
St. E. Healthy Headlines: How to talk to healthcare provider about something embarrassing? Some tips
Have you ever been so mortified by a medical concern you felt too uncomfortable to discuss it with your healthcare…
State’s certificate of need repeal dies on bipartisan vote in House committee; better solutions needed
By Sarah Ladd Kentucky Lantern A bill that opponents said would effectively repeal Kentucky’s certificate of need law failed in…
Patients, caregivers invited to provide perspectives as part of new University of Kentucky PEER Program
By Dr. Gia Mudd-Martin University of Kentucky If you have experience as a patient caregiver, or community member with significant…
Reproductive health report shows medication abortion rates grew 10% over the last few years
By Elisha Brown Kentucky Lantern Researchers found that 63% of all abortions provided in the U.S. last year were medication…
ER visits, hospitalizations for respiratory disease decline in the state, most are flu-related
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News Kentucky’s influenza levels remain elevated, but are declining, and hospitalizations for overall respiratory illness…