Your health: If you are diagnosed with heart failure, here are some tips to manage your health
By Dr. Andrew R. Kolodziej UK HealthCare Heart failure can be a harrowing diagnosis. But what does it mean? Heart…
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Sherri Hannan: TVs and furniture can come with a big risk, anchor them to prevent tipping injuries
Super Bowl Sunday is tomorrow, and sports fans everywhere are buying new and bigger TVs in preparation for the most-watched…
Doug Flora: Kentucky legislature can save lives by investing in tobacco prevention, cessation programs
As an oncologist, I see the devastating impact tobacco use has on Kentuckians far too often. In Kentucky, 24.2% of…
Another study shows wearing masks lowers risk of contracting Covid-19, and type of mask matters
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News Two years into the pandemic, many people still refuse to wear a face mask…
St. Elizabeth offering new procedure providing long-term relief for those suffering chronic back pain
Patients with lower back pain now have access to an innovative new procedure that offers long-lasting relief for lower back…
Gov. Beshear reports decrease in COVID cases — but high death numbers; guidance for Super Bowl
Gov. Andy Beshear said that there has been a substantial decrease in Kentucky’s new COVID-19 cases, however deaths remain high….
Natalie Deering: An interview with New York Times best-selling author of Happy Days, Gabby Bernstein
Gabby Bernstein is a #1 New York Times best-selling author, motivational speaker, spiritual leader, and host of the Dear Gabby…
Robert Prichard always wanted to be a family doctor; retiring from St. E. Healthcare, looking for new fun
By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor As a young boy living a quiet life in quiet Louisa, Kentucky, all Bobby Prichard…
February is National Heart Month and Newport’s city building is illuminated RED; tips for a healthy heart
Staff report February is American Heart Month, a time for everyone to focus on their cardiovascular health. The Division for…
Tim Robinson: For Kyians struggling with substance use, nurses serve a critical and lifesaving role
When it comes to our health, the right care provider can make all the difference. Suppose you’ve ever been in…
COVID update: 7,406 new cases Tuesday, 21 deaths and 26.78% positivity; all counties red
Gov. Andy Beshear reported that 7,406 new COVID cases were reported in Kentucky on Tuesday — and 2,094 were in…
Mark Fleming: Early detection of peripheral arterial disease can help prevent more than just amputation
Early recognition and treatment of peripheral arterial disease (PAD) can prevent leg amputations, but it can also reduce a patient’s…
Gov. Beshear reports COVID cases, positivity rate both trending downward — precautions still called for
Gov. Andy Beshear said Kentucky’s new COVID-19 cases and the test positivity rate are both trending downward. “Last week, for…
New report says workers’ health insurance, deductibles take up 10% or more of median income
Working families are shouldering an increasing share of health insurance costs as premiums and deductibles continue to rise. Although employer…
Care Net Pregnancy Services of NKY relocates to permanent third location in Williamstown
By Tessa Redmond Kentucky Today Care Net Pregnancy Services of Northern Kentucky relocated to a permanent third location this week…
Kentucky farmers help combat rising food insecurity with Farm to Food Banks, providing fresh produce
By Nadia Ramlagen Public News Service More than 300 Kentucky farmers participated in the state’s Farms to Food Banks program…
Survey says 2 in 3 Kyians believe politicians should disclose vaccine status; most OK with mandates
MyBioSource.com From wearing masks to practicing social distancing to temporarily closing businesses, politicians and decision-makers tread a fine line between…
Legislators can ‘help us change world,’ say experts; ‘R&D lab critical to attracting biotech startups’
By Tony Remington, Gravity Diagnostics, Tim Schroeder, CTI, and Ray Takigiku, Bexion Special to NKyTribune With a single investment, the…
Leading medical oncologist, Dr. Manish Bhandari, joins St. Elizabeth Healthcare; leads clinical trials
St. Elizabeth Healthcare has announced a leading medical oncologist, Manish Bhandari, MD, has joined its oncology care team. Dr. Bhandari…
COVID update: Gov. says son Will tested positive for COVID, urges vaccines for kids; 33.06% positivity
Gov. Andy Beshear said that his son, Will, tested positive for COVID-19 and is generally asymptomatic, adding that his son…
Mike Armstrong: On a mission to help others — How hope helped me face cancer twice — and thrive
I grew up in Detroit, where I learned early on that in order to make it through high school and…
Senate unanimously approves extension of essential caregivers for in-person visitors to long-term centers
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Legislation that would allow an essential caregiver to have in-person visits with residents of long-term…