The ‘common cold’ and other respiratory viruses — how to take care of yourself
Dr. Clark Kebodeaux University of Kentucky The fall season has officially begun, and that means an increase in viral respiratory…
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Norovirus is on the rise across Kentucky, here’s how to recognize symptoms and avoid infection
By Dr. Nicholas Van Sickels University of Kentucky Have you washed your hands recently? Proper handwashing is the number one…
KDFWR warning Kentuckians to take precautions to avoid tick bites, infections as weather warms
As temperatures rise and the days get longer, people are spending more time hunting, fishing, hiking and enjoying the outdoors….
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…
DPH continues to promote Hepatitis A vaccination; statewide outbreak continues, more deaths reported
People who are considered high risk for exposure to the Hepatitis A virus should get vaccinated as soon as possible…
Keven Moore: Severe outbreak of hepatitis A in Kentucky is dangerous and costly
Just about every other day it seems that our local news reports on another case of restaurant workers contracting hepatitis…