Another food service worker in Florence is diagnosed with Hepatitis A — risk is low but pay attention
Another instance of a food service worker diagnosed with Hepatitis A has been reported. Risk to patrons is very low,…
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Kentucky Medical Association recognizes Rep. Kim Moser with award as Outstanding Layperson
The Kentucky Medical Association (KMA) presented its Debra K. Best Outstanding Layperson Award to Representative Kim Moser of Taylor Mill…
Christ Hospital Health Network names Arturo Polizzi new president/CEO, replaces retiring Mike Keating
The Christ Hospital Health Network is pleased to announce that Arturo Polizzi has been appointed as the new President and…
Ovarian Cancer Alliance to hold 12th Annual Teal Power 5k Run/Walk on Sept 15; know early signs
Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Greater Cincinnati (OCAGC) will hold its 12th Annual Teal Power 5K Run & Charitable Walk on…
New resources help us understand health in Appalachia, focuses on Culture of Health factors
Three new resources released by the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF), and the Foundation for…
State Department of Insurance completes review of individual, small-group insurance rates
The Kentucky Department of Insurance (DOI) announced today that it has completed its review of the individual and small-group insurance…
Ky federal judge dismisses Bevin’s counterclaim against 16 Medicaid beneficiaries over his plan
Kentucky Health News A federal judge in Kentucky dismissed Monday a lawsuit that amounted to a counterclaim by Gov. Matt…
Take a free supermarket tour with focus on diabetes by NKY Health Dept., Diabetes Coalition
The Northern Kentucky Health Department and the Northern Kentucky Diabetes Coalition will host two free supermarket tours to educate people…
Healthy Headlines: Getting ready to compete in sports; try ‘dynamic stretching’ to activate muscles
St. Elizabeth Healthcare The fall season is quickly approaching and young athletes are starting to train and prepare to take…
Students off to college for first time need to be mindful of challenges with weight and health
Millions of students who are starting college for the first time will be exposed to new things, including challenges with…
Collaborative kicks off Build Health Challenge and is aimed at smoke-free policies, reducing tobacco use
Staff report Build Health Challenge was kicked off this week by St Elizabeth Healthcare and a collaboration that includes the…
UK Markey Cancer doctor talks about pancreatic neuroendocrine cancer that killed Aretha Franklin
University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center This week, the world lost one of the greatest singers of all time, Aretha…
Deadline near to speak on Kentucky HEALTH work mandate for Medicaid beneficiaries; comment now
By Mary Kuhlman Public News Service Time is short for Kentuckians to weigh in on the state’s request to mandate…
Foot Health: Here’s your complete beginner’s guide to eliminating smelly feet
By Dr. Amy Barko Special to NKyTribune When our feet sweat, bacteria and fungi will throw a party in your…
UC study shows secondhand smoke is bad for teenagers; more likely to miss school due to illness
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News It has long been established that exposure to secondhand smoke is harmful to babies…
UK’s Markey Cancer Center earns renewal of prestigious National Cancer Institute designation
The University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center has announced that the National Cancer Institute renewed its national cancer center designation…
Healthy Headlines: Back-to-school means backpacks; choose well to protect against long-term damage
St. Elizabeth Healthcare It’s back-to-school time, which means shopping for school supplies and making sure your children have what they…
Shelley Shearer: Mouthguards are an essential back-to-school item to protect student-athletes
You don’t have to be a LeBron James to wear a mouthguard when participating in sports activities. With fall sports…
Foot Health: Heart connected to sole; foot and leg pain may be tied to heart disease — check it out
By Dr. Sarah Voelkel Special to NKyTribune Your foot and leg pain can be related to heart disease. In honor…
Pew Trusts: Kentucky among several red states willing to expand Medicaid in exchange for work
Editor’s Note: This story is part of Stateline’s 2018 Legislative Review. By Christine Vestal Pew Charitable Trusts Kentucky Republican Gov….
Public Health reminds parents, caregivers: Get vaccines for kids as school approaches
As students prepare to head back to school this month, the Kentucky Department for Public Health, within the Cabinet for…
Child Well-Being Survey looked at ‘adverse experiences’ in childhood that can be mitigated
Childhood experiences can have a lifelong effect on an individual’s physical, mental and emotional health. The Centers for Disease Control…