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…
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Inconsistent laws, tracking systems make it difficult to count intimate partner violence deaths in region
By Corinne Boyer Ohio Valley ReSource Teresa Wilson’s first apartment of her own was a big deal. “She felt like…
Epidemiologists say curbing spread of the Omicron variant requires N95 masks or equivalent
The Omicron variant of the coronavirus “spreads much more quickly than its predecessors” and research “suggests the virus has acquired…
Funds available for Covington’s homeowners, rental owners for removal dangerous lead-based paint
A program set up to protect children and their families from lead-based paint in old homes still has substantial amounts…
Craig Martin: Disasters like the tornados in Western Kentucky can increase the risk for infection
In 2011, a devastating tornado destroyed much of Joplin, Missouri, killing over 150 people and causing billions of dollars in…
Kentucky ranks first in lung cancer cases, but screening, treatment, prevention are easier now
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News Lung Cancer Awareness Month falls in November, but in Kentucky, the promotion of prevention…
Coronavirus vaccines for children ages five to 11 are approved, but many parents remain reluctant
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention approved emergency-use authorization of the Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus…
Commentary: Employers can help Kentuckians reach long-term recovery while building their workforce
By LaKisha Miller, Van Ingram, Pat Fogarty and Jamie Johnson Special to NKyTribune Against the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic,…
Ky. infection rate still third in nation, has 12 of top 25 counties; better in shots than most adjoining states
Kentucky’s coronavirus infection rate over the last seven days is still the nation’s third-highest, and its rate has remained stable…
The CDC lists pregnancy as a high-risk factor for COVID-19; know the facts about getting vaccinated
By Dr. Wendy Hansen UK Healthcare The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) lists pregnancy as one high-risk factor…
Tyson Foods recalling some ready-to-eat chicken products, citing possible listeria contamination
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Tyson Foods, Inc., has expanded a nationwide recall of nearly 9 million pounds of ready-to-eat…
Virus suppressed by pandemic making a resurgence in the South, CDC advises residents to be vigilant
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is advising people in Kentucky and states to the south to look out…
Study finds rural seniors less likely than those in urban areas to follow COVID guidelines
Rural adults 65 and older were less compliant than their urban peers when it came to following some of the…
CDC says rise in hospitalizations among adolescents underscores need for vaccinations in that age group
After decreasing early this year, hospitalizations of adolescents for COVID-19 increased during March and April, illustrating the need for them…
So you’ve been vaccinated, here’s all you need to know about your white CDC vaccination card
What are you supposed to do with that white vaccination card you get after receiving a coronavirus vaccine? Should you…
Beshear goes into quarantine on Sunday after security staff member tests positive for COVID-19
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Gov. Andy Beshear announced Sunday he and his family have gone into quarantine at the…
Tom James: Don’t let COVID-19 pandemic create an epidemic of measles or other preventable diseases
Delayed haircuts, “drive-by” birthday parties, staycations – these will be common 2020 family memories. Don’t let measles, chicken pox, whooping…
Covington Housing Authority seeks those who sew to help seniors; resident helps public works employees
Can you sew? The Housing Authority of Covington (HAC) is asking for your help. Hoping to protect the mostly elderly…
Gov. Beshear announces more actions aimed at protecting Kentucky families in COVID-19 pandemic
Gov. Andy Beshear Wednesday announced more actions he is taking to help combat the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19)…
Gov. Beshear acts to limit spread of COVID-19; includes guidance for closure of government offices
Gov. Andy Beshear has announced additional steps to contain and limit the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). “It’s my…
First case of 2019 novel coronavirus in Kentucky reported, Gov. Beshear declares state of emergency
NKyTribune staff The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department is reporting Kentucky’s first case of COVID-19 (2019 novel coronavirus). While the risk…
Commentary: Is our political system properly serving public-health system? We need reason, not a rant
By F. Douglas Scutchfield and Al Cross Kentucky Health News The new viral disease, Covid-19, began in China, which continues…