National drug testing firm warns of reemergence of potent carfentanil, found in 35 states, including KY
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Millenium Health, a California-based nationwide drug testing firm, has issued an advisory indicating the reemergence…
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Kentuckians recognized as Healthy Kentucky Champions for work to improve community health
By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service In communities across the state, Kentucky residents are coming up with innovative ways to…
Maintaining good oral hygiene is especially important during the holidays; some tips to keep teeth healthy
By Dr. Jeff Okeson University of Kentucky Holidays are known for parties, gifts and delicious treats. Kids go trick-or-treating, pies…
St. E. Healthcare forms collaboration with Mayfield Brain & Spine to advance service to stroke patients
Advanced stroke care is now delivered in Northern Kentucky, thanks to a collaboration between Mayfield Brain & Spine and St….
NKCAC offering Low-Income Energy Assistance Program fall subsidy starting Nov. 6
Starting November 6, Kentucky households can apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Fall Subsidy. Applications will be…
UK’s Chandler Hospital reports five cases of treatment-resistant fungus, a ‘threat’ to those with pre-existing conditions
The University of Kentucky Chandler Hospital reports it has five patients with a fungus, Candida auris, that is resistant to…
University of Kentucky breaks ground on new Health Education Building, largest in its history
By Kristi Willett University of Kentucky A ceremonial groundbreaking for the largest academic building in the history of the University…
University of Kentucky receives nearly $16 million to help increase primary care physicians in Kentucky
By Allison Perry University of Kentucky The University of Kentucky College of Medicine has received a four-year, nearly $16 million…
Kentucky among states suing Meta for knowingly hurting teens with Facebook, Instagram
By Christia Spears Brown University of Kentucky Forty-one states and the District of Columbia (including Kentucky) filed lawsuits against Meta…
NKY Regional Youth Summit draws 200 students for discussion on suicide prevention, mental health
Over 200 middle and high school students from across 21 schools in Northern Kentucky attended the 2023 Northern Kentucky Regional…
St. Vincent de Paul Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati to partner for 23rd annual winter coat drive
St. Vincent de Paul – Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky are partnering to help local adults and children stay warm this…
Community Impact grant awarded to Fresh Start Shower Ministry for a Winter Survival Fair
The Gloria Dei Lutheran Church of Northern Kentucky Foundation (GDLCNKF) seeks to be responsive to the needs of our Northern…
City of Florence announces locations for DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Oct. 28
The Drug Enforcement Administration will host its National Prescription Drug Take Back Day at locations across the country October 28,…
Let’s have an honest conversation about what to expect from our bodies and minds as we age
By Judith Graham KFF Health News How many of us have wanted a reliable, evidence-based guide to aging that explains…
Second annual NKY Regional Youth Summit at NKU: Empowering young mental health champions
The 2023 Northern Kentucky Regional Youth Summit on Suicide Prevention will be held Tuesday, Oct. 24 on the campus of…
Beshears join survivors, advocates in proclaiming October Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Gov. Andy Beshear and First Lady Britainy Beshear were joined by survivors and advocates at the state Capitol earlier this…
A new less invasive procedure offers alternative to traditional treatment for uterine fibroids
Dr. Mark Hoffman University of Kentucky Uterine fibroids, noncancerous tumors that develop in the uterus, are very common. Most of…
Report ranks guns as main killer of U.S. children, teens; trend worsening due to mental health crisis
By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service Gun deaths among children nationwide have increased by 87% over the past decade, while…
Banklick Watershed Council receives $325,000 from KY Division of Water to improve NKY creeks, streams
Northern Kentucky’s efforts to improve creeks and streams has received a new investment from the Kentucky Division of Water (KDOW)….
NKYHealth reports robust accomplishments in 2nd quarter, plans for 4th — looking after public’s health
Staff report The Northern Kentucky Health Department reported on its successes in the last quarter — from gums to guns,…
St. E’s Dr. Michael Gieske is ‘Catalyst for Change’ for promoting lung cancer awareness, early screening
The American Lung Association reports that, in 2022, Kentucky had the highest incidence of lung cancer in the U.S. Out…
Strategies to improve maternal health outcomes in Kentucky — for healthier moms and babies
By Yelena Bagdasaryan Kentucky Youth Advocates Achieving optimal maternal health is critical to mothers across the Commonwealth and affects future…