Beshear joins advocates, survivors to raise awareness of human trafficking
In an effort to prevent human trafficking, Gov. Andy Beshear invited state leaders, advocates, and survivors to the Capitol rotunda…
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Healthy Headlines: A mission trip to Kenya ignited a purpose for St. E physician, registered nurses
St. Elizabeth Healthcare Kericho is a town located in a rural area of west Kenya, a country in East Africa….
Miscarriage: Through the pain and disappointment, we see with clarity a vision of hope and love
This was it! I can’t believe at age 42 we would actually get pregnant. Prayers answered! Our five-year-old son, Sterling,…
Cases of flu keep accelerating in Kentucky; there’s still time to get a flu shot
Kentucky Health News Influenza kept spreading faster in Kentucky in the week ended Dec. 21, the last week for which…
KAEPS: Lifestyle choices may help glaucoma patients preserve eyesight — early detection matters
Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of vision loss, affecting about 3 million people in the United States. Because there…
Mather named Inspector General at Cabinet for Health and Family Services, brings experience to role
Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) Acting Secretary Eric Friedlander has announced that Adam Mather has been appointed…
FDA finalizes enforcement of unauthorized flavored cartridge-based e-cigarettes that appeal to children
Amid the epidemic levels of youth use of e-cigarettes and the popularity of certain products among children, the U.S. Food…
More than half of region’s smokers have tried to quit in the past year, according to survey
If you smoke and are thinking about quitting in 2020, you’re not alone. Data released from the Greater Cincinnati Adult…
KEMI recognizes 24 organizations across the state with Destiny Awards for workplace safety
Kentucky Employers’ Mutual Insurance (KEMI) recognized 24 Kentucky organizations for their commitment to workplace safety by presenting each of them…
Your health: Got resolutions? Change the way you make them — here’s how you can stick to them
By Jackie Hanson UK Health & Wellness As the new year begins, so does the pressure to be a new…
These eight food tips can boost the immune system and help avoid illness during flu season
Flu season is here – and food is one of your best ways to fight back. More than 2.6 million…
As winter driving conditions may worsen, senior drivers must take extra precautions on the road
Ice and snow can make maneuvering winter roadways difficult for motorists of any age, but changing weather conditions can be…
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides recap of 2019 health threats and responses (Part 2)
From an outbreak of mysterious lung-injury deaths to America’s near loss of measles elimination status, the beginning of the end…
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides recap of 2019 health threats and responses
From an outbreak of mysterious lung-injury deaths to America’s near loss of measles elimination status, the beginning of the end…
Gov. Beshear announces he is canceling and rebidding state’s Medicaid Managed Care contracts
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today It’s back to the drawing board for the state’s Medicaid Managed Care contracts. Gov. Andy…
Healthy Headlines: Cold weather and hand pain: what you need to know
St. Elizabeth Healthcare Did you know that your hands are directly affected by the cold? As the tri-state community settles…
Some tips for holiday shoppers to keep kids safe this Christmas — be sure those toys are safe
The Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH), within the Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS), is offering tips for…
Officials warn outbreak of drug-resistant bacteria likely coming from petting pet store puppies
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News Getting a puppy for Christmas? Keep clean and take it to a vet. At…
Medical student musicians ‘Jamming for Hope’ make first donation to St. Elizabeth Cancer Center
The added expenses that accompany a cancer diagnosis can put tremendous strain on many patients’ budgets. The med student musicians…
Whayne Herriford: Maintaining your sanity during the holidays, one of most stressful times of the year
The holidays can be the most stressful time of the year for many people. The National Alliance on Mental Illness…
Loss of muscle just comes with age and makes us vulnerable — here’s what you can to about it
By Grace Walton UK College of Health Sciences Starting around age 35, we begin to lose muscle mass. Although regular…
Senators McConnell, Kaine secure legislation to increase age to purchase tobacco products to 21
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) has announced that he successfully secured the Tobacco-Free Youth Act in the Fiscal…