State lifts public advisory for Campbell County’s Alexandria Community Park Lake for algal bloom
State officials announced that a Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) public advisory has been removed from Campbell County’s Alexandria Community Park…
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Legislators expect session to address youth vaping, maternal mortality, insurance, maybe abortion
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News State legislators expect to address youth vaping, workplace violence, data collection, maternal mortality, and…
Children’s oral health in Kentucky remains a pressing issue and is key to overall health and wellness
Kentucky Youth Advocates has released the 2023 KIDS COUNT County Data Book, highlighting opportunities to properly invest in our “kid workforce” –…
CDC grant to fund UK researcher Melinda Ickes’ program targeting tobacco-related health disparities
By Amanda Nelson University of Kentucky A new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) grant targeting tobacco-related health disparities…
NKY Chamber’s Women’s Initiative to host next Professional Series on Mental Wellness in Workplace
On Thursday, Dec. 7, the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Women’s Initiative will host the next installment of its Professional Series, sponsored…
New Children’s medical facility in Union Promenade named for benefactors, Brandon and Kelly Janszen
The Cincinnati Children’s Brandon and Kelly Janszen Union KY Building will be named in honor of a Northern Kentucky couple…
Governor awards more than $2.2m to fight domestic violence; leads nation with statewide data project
Gov. Andy Beshear awarded $2,233,948 to 32 organizations across the Commonwealth that work to combat domestic violence as well as…
48th annual Great American Smokeout — today — reminds Kyians of dangers of smoking; time to quit?
Elected officials must do more to support Kentuckians who want to quit using tobacco products, say cancer patients, survivors, and…
St. Elizabeth Healthy Headlines: Preparing weekend warriors for Thanksgiving Touch Football
Thanksgiving is a time for family gatherings, feasts and traditions. For many weekend warriors, it’s also time for a friendly…
United Health Foundation report finds maternal deaths in Kentucky extend into postpartum period
By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service Maternal mortality has increased in Kentucky, and the latest data from the United Health…
NFPA urges added caution in the kitchen while preparing Thanksgiving meal to reduce fire risk
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is urging added caution when cooking on Thanksgiving Day, by far the leading day…
All year round, Kentucky families provide care for veterans at cost of $11k a year out of pocket
By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service Veterans Day is behind us, but all year round, Kentuckians provide care for the…
A new day in abortion politics? Even in Kentucky? Supporters are hopeful of a turning point
By Deborah Yetter The Kentucky Lantern Standing before cheering supporters on election night, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, a Democrat, wrapped…
DEA removed nearly 600,000 pounds of prescription meds on TakeBack day; urges continued disposal
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The federal Drug Enforcement Administration announced its fall National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on…
What to know about epilepsy, and how to provide first aid if someone you know suffers a seizure
Dr. Jordan Clay University of Kentucky Epilepsy is a common neurological condition which leads to seizures. It affects millions of…
Dr. Royce Calhoun: During Lung Cancer Awareness Month — what to know about the deadliest cancer
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. The point of having an awareness month is, of course, to make people aware….
Eye experts urge caution after Food and Drug Administration recalls dozens of eyedrop brands
By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service As the Food and Drug Administration warned more than two dozen over-the-counter eyedrops could…
Infant mortality rates rise for first time in 20 years — ‘Too many babies are dying in the United States
The Rural Blog ‘Too many babies are dying in the United States’; infant mortality rates rise for the first time…
So-called ‘toddler formulas’ provide no nutritional benefit for the great majority of children
Dr. George J. Fuchs III University of Kentucky A recent report released by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) as…
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…
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…