Most American adults aren’t getting enough quality sleep; why that matters
Dr. Subhendu Rath, M.D. University of Kentucky Imagine it’s Saturday morning, the perfect time to slow down, relax and… pay…
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Kentucky Department for Public Health warns of increase in West Nile Virus, La Crosse virus
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The Kentucky Department for Public Health (KDPH) has issued a Health Alert regarding an increase…
Sun Behavioral Health in Erlanger named WellCare of Kentucky’s ‘Community Health Champion’
WellCare of Kentucky recently hosted its sixth annual Community Health Champions Awards at Churchill Downs, where individuals and organizations from…
Horizon Foundation 410 Giving Circle selects mental health as focus for next round of grants
Horizon Community Foundation’s 410 Giving Circle has announced that its members have selected Mental Health Services and Awareness as the…
With suicide among teens and young adults a rising concern, prevention begins with awareness
This column discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, please call or text the National Suicide…
St. Elizabeth celebrates grand opening of new Richwood Medical Office, expanding accessible healthcare
St. Elizabeth Healthcare held a ceremonial ribbon cutting and tour at its newest facility, the Richwood Medical Office Building, located…
Horizon Community Foundation launches ‘The Champ Fund’ to honor NKY’s ‘Wheelchair Waver’ Brad Fritz
Horizon Community Foundation of Northern Kentucky has announced the establishment of The Champ Fund, created in honor of Brad “Champ”…
Governor calls on Congress to extend tax credits to protect affordable health care coverage
With the expiration of the Affordable Care Act’s enhanced premium tax credits approaching at the end of this year, Gov….
The Conversation: Trust science — Why study claiming vaccines cause chronic illness is severely flawed
By Jeffrey Morris University of Pennsylvania At a Senate hearing on Sept. 9, 2025, on the corruption of science, witnesses…
St. Elizabeth Physicians to celebrate grand opening of newest state-of-art facility in Richwood
Staff report St. Elizabeth Physicians will celebrate the grand opening of its newest state-of-the-art facility in Richwood with a Ribbon…
Kentucky trails nation in Commonwealth Fund’s latest climate and health scorecard
By Sarah Ladd Kentucky Lantern Kentuckians stand to lose more years off their lives due to power plant emissions than…
NKY Health Department’s first ‘Save a Life Day’ provided free Narcan — and an inspiring story
By Andy Furman NKyTribune staff writer It was Save a Life Day. She did – her own. NKYHealth designated Thursday…
St. E. Healthy Headlines: The recommended ages for most important women’s health screenings
Every woman’s health journey is unique, but there’s one thing we all share — a need to prioritize preventive care….
The ‘common cold’ and other respiratory viruses — how to take care of yourself
Dr. Clark Kebodeaux University of Kentucky The fall season has officially begun, and that means an increase in viral respiratory…
NKY Health Department to distribute free naloxone as part of Save a Life Day September 25
Each year, more than 100,000 people in the United State die from a drug overdose. It’s a staggering number that…
Kroger Wellness Festival returns September 26-27 with two days of fitness, food, music and more
The Kroger Wellness Festival will make its return to downtown Cincinnati Sept. 26-27 with two full days of fitness, food,…
KY Commission on Deaf and Hard of Hearing acknowledges September as Deaf Awareness Month
September is National Deaf Awareness Month, and with approximately 700,000 Kentuckians experiencing some degree of hearing loss, Gov. Beshear and…
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month; Kentucky offers resources for those in need
This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, please call or text the National Suicide…
Kentuckians urged to take precautions as officials confirm six human cases of West Nile in state
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Public health officials are reporting there have been six human cases of West Nile infections…
Is it a cold or allergies? Knowing the difference can help your kids breathe easier
Dr. Shaunah Ritter University of Kentucky With kids back in school and the temperatures starting to dip, it’s almost time…
Alzheimer’s Assocation hosts free programs this month, one in Kenton County
The Alzheimer’s Association Greater Cincinnati Chapter is hosting several free programs this month. “Our free programs focus on supporting our…
The New York Times dispels the top ten nutrition myths, according to top experts
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News In an effort to dispel many of the nutrition myths that persist, Sophie Egan, with The New…