Social media, trauma, hate speech — all add to youth mental health crisis, U.S. Senate panel told
By Jennifer Shutt The Kentucky Lantern U.S. senators agreed during a recent hearing the country’s children are going through a…
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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is June 15, know how to spot the signs to help protect seniors
Approximately five million older Americans are abused each year according to the National Council on Aging (NCOA) with the annual…
Jeff Rubin: Older adults and opioids — accidental overdosing and potential for misuse is very real
A friend of mine was talking with me recently about how his visit to the City of Brotherly Love, Philadelphia…
Everything you should know about the most recent breast cancer screening guidelines
By Dr. Aurela Clark and Dr. Jennifer Wang University of Kentucky New draft recommendations released May 9 by the U.S….
Shift work can be harmful to your sleep schedule and mental health, here’s how you can find the balance
By Rebecca Honaker and Patrick Maloney University of Kentucky Many shift workers work outside of the typical 6 a.m. to…
St. Elizabeth passes milestone in its lung cancer detection efforts, diagnosed its 500th case
St. Elizabeth Healthcare has passed a significant milestone in its lung cancer detection efforts. Through the lung cancer screening program,…
‘Fair day’ for National Cancer Survivors at St. E. celebration; purple balloons marked the exhibits
By Patricia Scheyer NKyTribune reporter St. Elizabeth Hospital held a special fair day for cancer survivors Monday on the hospital…
Regional immunization symposiums push to get Kentucky kids on track for routine immunizations
By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service Two regional pediatric immunization symposiums are being held this month in Morehead and Owensboro,…
Leapfrog Group ranks 61 acute-care KY hospitals; St. Elizabeth Healthcare-Ft. Thomas among 4 getting As
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News Most of the Kentucky hospitals graded on a nonprofit group’s twice-a-year report card for…
St. E’s Wound Care Center celebrates 10th annual National Wound Care Awareness Week
The Patrick T. Birrer Wound Care Center at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, a member of the Healogics network, is helping raise…
Kentucky’s nursing workforce looks fairly stable, says new survey by state Board of Nursing
By Sarah Ladd The Kentucky Lantern About 40% of Kentucky’s nursing workforce has been on the job for less than…
St. Elizabeth to host special events, activities in honor of National Cancer Survivors Day on Monday
St. Elizabeth Healthcare announces a series of special events and activities in honor of National Cancer Survivors Day and Lung…
Cincinnati Children’s to open Cold Spring primary care office, includes mental health, telehealth options
Cincinnati Children’s will open a primary care office Monday, June 5, in the Campbell County city of Cold Spring, bringing…
Lt. Gov. Coleman speaks about her student mental health initiative, says ‘now is the time to act’
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Nearly two years ago, Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman started a student mental health initiative and…
St. Elizabeth Healthcare among those receiving Quality Awards from Kentucky Hospital Association
The Kentucky Hospital Association recently gave Kentucky hospitals its annual Quality Awards, honoring them for their leadership, innovation in quality, safety and…
Advocacy for Thriving Communities draws crowd in Covington, as part of KY Voices for Health road show
ThriveKY, a coalition organized by Kentucky Voices for Health, made its second stop on the 2023 Advocacy for Thriving Communities roadshow in…
Mother-daughter relationships can be difficult, here are some tips to strengthen your emotional bond
No doubt about it: mother-daughter relationships are complex. You can be the best of friends, or you can experience conflicts…
Summer heat can be hard on your heart, here are some ways to stay healthy as temperatures rise
By Dr. Vincent Sorrell University of Kentucky Memorial Day marks the unofficial start to summer. From outdoor barbeques to lounging…
Healthy Headlines: How you can recognize postpartum symptoms no one talks about
By Corinne Holmes St. Elizabeth Healthcare You’ve dreamed of bringing your bundle of joy home. Now that it’s happened, your…
Kentucky’s COVID Memorial on grounds of State Capitol being dedicated today
Gov. Andy Beshear, First Lady Britainy Beshear and Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman will dedicate the permanent Kentucky COVID Memorial on…
Some Kentuckians risk losing Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits in debt-ceiling talks
By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service More than 17,000 Kentuckians could lose food assistance when pre-pandemic SNAP work requirements go…
2023 ThriveKY Roadshow coming to Covington on Tuesday at Kenton Public Library
Organized by Kentucky Voices for Health, the ’23 ThriveKY Roadshow is in NKY Tuesday — to a full house at…