LiveWell urges city council to make Florence ‘healthy destination,’ including curbing smoking, vaping
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Members of Live Well Florence gave a presentation at the regular meeting of Florence…
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Boone County Alliance, local drug-free coalition, distributing free lockboxes for prescription medicines
In an effort to reduce access to opiates and other prescription drugs which have the potential for being abused, the…
Boone County silently says no to syringe exchange; decision a major setback for regional implementation
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor There will be no needle exchange program administered by the Northern Kentucky Health Department…
Boone County Alliance partners with local retailers to stop adults from purchasing alcohol for minors
In an effort to reduce consumption of alcohol by underage youth, the Boone County Alliance has partnered with local retailers…
Healthcare professionals, parents paint sobering picture of addiction at Heroin Town Hall in Florence
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor A crowd of more than 100 attended a Heroin Town Hall meeting at Crossroads…