A Link to Hope: Talia Weinberg recounts husband’s cancer, support she received during darkest days
By Talia Weinberg Special to KyForward In the beginning of 2014, life was good. I married a wonderful man. We…
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SmartHealthToday: No cure for Alzheimer’s but early detection still makes a difference — here are signs
By Peggy O’Farrell SmartHealthToday There is no cure for Alzheimer’s disease. But as researchers continue to search for better options…
American Medical Assn. calls for ban on advertising of prescription drugs, citing escalation of costs
The American Medical Association is calling for a ban on advertising of prescription drugs to patients, saying “a growing proliferation…
USDA offer safe food-handling, cooking advice for your Thanksgiving meal; good help at your fingertips
Thanksgiving is the largest meal many cooks prepare every year. Its centerpiece — the turkey — is the largest dish…
Beshear orders mandatory national background checks for health care providers for elderly
Governor Steve Beshear today announced that he has signed an emergency regulation requiring certain health care providers to obtain national…
SmartHealthToday: A good marriage is good for your health — how happy are you with your life?
By Dianne Gebhardt-French SmartHealthToday People with good marriages tend to eat better, live longer, exercise more, relax more, and heal…
Women and heart attacks: Knowing the symptoms could save your life (they may not be what you think)
The pressure between her shoulder blades would not let up. “I never had chest pain. My arm didn’t hurt,” said…
SmartHealthToday: Real ‘bullying’ is habitual and damaging — parents need to get to the heart of it
By Colleen Weinkam SmartHealthToday We’ve all seen the headlines. It seems as if bullying in America’s schools has become an…
Big culprit in obesity for kids — potato chips; others are French fries, fried chicken and fish . . .
From the Institute for Rural Journalism Potato chips are the main culprit in the obesity epidemic facing the world’s youth,…
SmartHealthToday: You need a good night’s sleep; if you aren’t getting it, here are some tips
By Mike Rutledge SmartHealthToday Sleep – and lack of it – can make a big difference in your work life,…
Study: Lack of local care keeps Appalachian women from identifying cancer early, when more treatable
A lack of qualified local primary care providers — not longer driving distances to see a doctor — is leading…
Most registered voters want to continue Kentucky’s expansion of Medicaid under federal health reform
The expansion of Medicaid, the federal-state health program, has solid support among Kentuckians despite being an issue in Tuesday’s election…
Mentally ill in personal-care homes, or at risk of going there, to have more access to behavioral health care
The state Cabinet for Health and Family Services is extending an agreement that provides housing assistance and services to people…
SmartHealthToday: How to help keep sleep schedules on track as the time changes this weekend
By the SmartHealthToday Team Keeping kids’ sleep schedules on track in the midst of Daylight Saving Time can be a…
Kentucky Health Cooperative put in ‘rehabilitation’; Department of Insurance takes over daily operations
The Kentucky Department of Insurance (DOI), with the cooperation of the Kentucky Health Cooperative (KYHC), today filed a petition to…
SmartHealthToday: Attention women — don’t miss (or ignore) these subtle symptoms of a heart attack
By Dianne Gebhardt-French SmartHealthToday For young women, the symptoms of a heart attack can be as subtle as they are…
Eight of 23 health insurance cooperatives closing across country, including Ky; blame game ensues
By Melissa Patrick Special to NKyTribune One-third of the 23 health insurance cooperatives created under the Patient Protection and Affordable…
A life-saving heads up for Halloween: ‘Heimlich Heroes’ says know signs of choking, how to respond
Just in time for Halloween, Heimlich Heroes™ provides safety tips to children who will be trick-or-treating this holiday season. The…
UK begins work on unique research facility designed to address state health challenges and disparities
Work began today on a University of Kentucky research facility dedicated to addressing health challenges and disparities in Kentucky. “Today,…
SmartHealthToday: More NKy grandparents are raising grandchildren; St. E offering a class
By Colleen Weinkam SmartHealthToday If you’re a grandparent raising your grandchildren, you’re not alone. In fact, the number of grandparents…
Top foods for healthy eyes: Ky Optometric Association says it’s probably not what you think
Special to NKyTribune A balanced diet is an important foundation to maintain good health, but many Americans don’t know what…
Alvin and the Chipmunks will join in national campaign to help children, families understand food safety
In an effort to educate children and their families about the importance of food safety, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)…