Gov. Beshear says he will challenge funding cuts to health-related grant program in Kentucky
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News Kentucky’s health departments are set to lose nearly $150 million in health-related grants after the…
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One-third of Kentuckians are prediabetic, this simple quiz can help you determine your risk
By Tami Ross University of Kentucky About 1 in 3 Kentuckians have prediabetes and often go undiagnosed due to a…
Incredible survivors share their stories at special St. Elizabeth support symposium
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter St. Elizabeth Healthcare celebrated its cutting-edge cardiac care at a support symposium recently and…
American Cancer Society objects to passage House Bill 695, which adds work requirement, more reporting for Medicaid recipients
The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) issued a statement saying it was disappointed to see the legislature…
Rand Paul introduces Nutritious SNAP Act program aimed at making assistance program more healthy
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today U.S Senator Rand Paul this week introduced the Nutritious SNAP Act of 2025 to restore…
Hoxworth Blood Center, UC, Cincinnati Reds team up to encourage blood, platelet donation this spring
Hoxworth Blood Center, University of Cincinnati, and the Cincinnati Reds are teaming up to save local patients, offering an exclusive…
Medicaid work requirement changes could further depress Kentucky communities
By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service Some Kentucky lawmakers want to make it mandatory for some Medicaid participants in Kentucky…
Looking for tips on healthier snacks — Washington Post publishes nutrition labels for you
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News If you have been wondering what the healthiest snacks are, Anahad O’Connor with The…
Teal We Find A Cure, Give Where You Live present checks to St. Elizabeth for Nourish Food Pantry
Teal We Find A Cure and Give Where You Live combined to donate nearly $50,000 toward the Nourish Food Pantry…
FDA announces voluntary recall of limited quantities of Nestle’s Lean Cuisines
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced that Nestlé USA is initiating a voluntary recall of a limited…
Are headaches affecting your child’s school or activities? Here’s how to manage their symptoms
By Dr. Sharoon Qaiser University of Kentucky Is your child complaining of frequent headaches? Are they missing school days or…
Spring is in the air… and so are those annoying allergens; steps you can take to lessen symptoms
Spring, which starts officially today, brings longer days, warm sunshine and fresh air — a perfect time for new beginnings….
St. Elizabeth Edgewood holds Mini-Heart Marathon in-house for patients to celebrate heart health and recovery
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Patients, caregivers and associates held a mini heart marathon at St. Elizabeth hospital in…
Expert says COVID-19 mRNA vaccine is ‘safe and effective,’ as Senate Bill 177 languishes
By Khushi Arora Kentucky Health News A bill that would have banned schools and workplaces from requiring a COVID-19 vaccine…
FEMA: Severe storms can happen at any time; being prepared is vital
The recent severe storms and flooding that occurred across Kentucky last month is a reminder that extreme weather events can…
A new U.S. Surgeon General’s health advisory links alcohol, cancer risk; what you should know
By Dr. Leah Winer University of Kentucky A recent advisory from the U.S. Surgeon General highlights alcohol consumption as the…
Kentuckians encouraged to make plans for sober rides over extended St. Patrick’s Day weekend
Team Kentucky is reminding everyone that buzzed driving is drunk driving as St. Patrick’s Day weekend approaches. The holiday is…
Two more — making three — children dead of influenza, says state Department for Public Health
Kentucky health officials announced two additional children have died from influenza, one child from Barren River District and one child…
Kentucky State Police keeping children safe, arrest more than 300 online predators since 2019
Governor Andy Beshear announced Thursday that since 2019, the Kentucky State Police have arrested 309 online child predators. “Our message…
Freestanding birthing center bill unanimously passes in House committee, aims to join Senate version
By Sarah Ladd Kentucky Lantern Another bill aimed at opening the way for freestanding birth centers in Kentucky unanimously passed…
How to protect your children and yourself following Kentucky’s first verified case of measles in two years
By Dr. Nicholas Van Sickels University of Kentucky Over two decades ago, measles — a highly contagious and potentially deadly…
Sunday Read: Stateline reports declining vaccination rates — which might get worse as states relax rules
By Shalina Catlani Stateline More states are loosening vaccine mandates, scaling back vaccine promotion efforts and taking other steps likely…