Beshear says Kentucky kinship program will get major boost with recent increase in federal funding
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Kentucky, which has one of the highest rates of kinship care in the United States,…
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Cold/flu season approaching; St. E. makes it easier to seek medical care from the comfort of your home
St. Elizabeth Healthcare The chilly winds and dropping temperatures can only mean one thing – cold and flu season is…
Kenton County tire drop-off event aims to remove breeding ground for mosquitos — and disease
A tire drop-off event held in Kenton County on Aug. 17-18 will help rid the landscape of large pieces of…
Child deaths by a gun surpass car, motor-vehicle deaths; how to prevent accidents, increase awareness?
By Kaitlin Lacefield Kentucky Youth Advocates Since 2020, the number of child deaths by a gun has surpassed car accidents and…
Traveling with diabetes requires planning, these tips can help ensure your adventure goes smoothly
By Tami Ross University of Kentucky Diabetes requires regular self-management and treatment, even on vacation. That’s why it is important…
Red-meat allergy under-diagnosed because clinicians have little working knowledge of it, say new studies
Kentucky Health News Thousands of Kentuckians are likely living with an allergy to red meat, and many of them probably…
St. Elizabeth Healthcare Edgewood gets prestigious 5-star rating from CMS, one of only five in Kentucky
St. Elizabeth Edgewood, a leading healthcare provider in Greater Cincinnati, recently received a prestigious 5-star rating from the Centers for…
Florence EMS receives citation from state EMS for Children for meeting standard for pediatric care
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Morgan Scaggs from the Kentucky EMS for Children came to the regular Florence city…
NKY Chamber Women’s Initiative presents a summer Professional Series event on women’s wellness
On August 3, the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Women’s Initiative will host its annual summer Professional Series event —…
New CPE report focuses on strategies to assist Kentucky’s students in meeting basic needs
The Kentucky Student Success Collaborative (KYSSC), an initiative of the Council on Postsecondary Education, today released the report, “Kentucky’s Strategy…
Health care providers make a case for state’s certificate of need to legislative task force
By Sarah Ladd Kentucky Lantern Several of Kentucky’s major health care providers made the case that the state’s certificate of…
KY ranks third lowest in nation for seniors’ health, well-being; access goes deeper than insurance
By Ben Chandler Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky Having access to quality health…
Financial burden of cancer care can adds stress to an already difficult time, these tips may help navigate
By Charles McCann III University of Kentucky Managing the financial burden of cancer treatment can add to the already challenging…
Raise your guard, Kentucky: Here are some basic tips to boost your immunity and stay healthy
Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky Data shows rates of diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular disease are higher, especially amongst African Americans….
Healthy Headlines: Outdoor exercise in summer heat creates challenges, some steps to protect your body
St. Elizabeth Healthcare Summer’s wonderful for getting outdoors. But if that includes moving your workouts outdoors – or, more challenging,…
Advocates for psychedelic drug ibogaine to treat addiction testify at state’s opioid abatement hearing
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News The Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission held its first public hearing Monday to discuss…
Kenton Mayor’s group discusses ramifications of medical marijuana as ‘it isn’t going to go away’
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Erlanger mayor Jessica Fette brought up a subject at the Kenton County Mayor’s group…
Healthy Headlines: Tips to get your child ready for a healthy, happy and successful school year ahead
By Dr. Chris Zowtiak St. Elizabeth Healthcare As the summer days gradually come to an end, we understand the mix…
Prime IV Hydration and Wellness cuts ribbon on formal opening at entrance to Florence Square Mall
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter A new business called Prime IV Hydration and Wellness had a formal opening and…
Causes, signs and symptoms of infant botulism each and every parent should be aware of
By Dr. Sean Michael McTigue University of Kentucky You have probably heard of food-borne botulism illness in adults, but there…
Governor cites top ranking of state by Mental Health America, notes anniversary of Suicide/Crisis helpline
Governor Andy Beshear announced in his weekly press conference that, according to Mental Health America, Kentucky is ranked No. 1…
New study shows the top healthcare issue in rural America is mental health and addiction
By Liz Carey The Daily Yonder For the first time in 20 years, mental health and addiction are more pressing…