A healthy diet plays a powerful role in boosting brain function; healthy foods for your mind
By Lauren Batey University of Kentucky Recent research has shown that our diet plays a crucial role in maintaining not…
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NKY Chamber announces 2025 Regional Youth Leadership Class representing 39 area high schools
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce (NKY Chamber) has announced the 53 high school students selected for the 2025 Regional…
Chamber Spotlight: Health affects the bottom line — just one reason the region needs to get healthier
By Hannah Carver NKyTribune reporter Kentucky is a place that nearly 4.5 million people call home. It’s a Commonwealth full…
Coalition sends letter to House urging a vote on the tobacco-free schools bill, for health of kids
The Kentucky House of Representatives should call for a vote on the tobacco-free schools bill, says its sponsor and a…
Health officials investigating two new Hepatitis A-related deaths in Franklin County; urge vaccinations
The Department for Public Health (DPH), within the Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS), is investigating two recent hepatitis…
Five benefits of getting outside — it really is good for you; green spaces contribute to health, happiness
Summer is here and families will spend more time outside dining, playing, relaxing, and gardening as the weather improves. And while…
Council of State Governments reports on the top five issues for states in 2018 in nine categories
Policy experts at The Council of State Governments have selected their top issues for states in 2018 in each of…
Smart Health: Planning your healthy year starts with annual well visits — make your first visit now
By Kristen Mees St. Elizabeth Healthcare Get 2018 off to a healthy start. Schedule the most important appointment of the…
House passes bill to renew Children’s Health Insurance program; now goes to Senate
The House has passed a bill to renew funding for the Children’s Health Insurance Program, community health centers and other…
Free workout classes: LiveWell Newport hosts exercise at Buena Vista Park Tuesdays, Saturdays
In support of myNKY’s vision to promote a culture of good health in Northern Kentucky, LiveWell Newport and the YMCA…
Water recreation guidelines is for summer season; tips to decrease health risks when swimming
With summer approaching, The Kentucky Division of Water (DOW) and the Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH) offer safety tips…
Constance Alexander: A look at health issues the candidates should be talking about this election cycle
Murray has been recognized as a retirement community, a friendly town, home of an affordable regional university with a reasonable…
Community Health Status Survey finds lower income adults in Greater Cincinnati face many challenges
The 2013 Greater Cincinnati Community Health Status Survey’s (CHSS) analysis of health data in our community found many health gaps…
Commentary: Healthier school meal standards are working in Kentucky and we must uphold them
By Rhonda Cornum and Angela Stark Special to NKyTribune It’s not often that a retired Army general and a middle…
Bevin and Conway to speak, answer questions about health policy at rural health group’s meeting Sept. 18
The Kentucky Rural Health Association is hosting a “Candidates Forum on Health” Friday, Sept. 18 in Bowling Green, after the…
Dr. Lynne M. Saddler: Don’t play chicken with your health; cute Easter photos aren’t worth it
Baby chickens or ducklings with soft, downy fuzz being held by young children in their best Easter clothes… sounds like…
FFLAG coalition receives funding to improve children’s health, stop obesity in Grant Co.
The Fitness for Life Around Grant County coalition has been awarded a three-year grant of $364,000 from the Foundation for…
Paul Long: Running, it’s good for the soul, and one of the best ways to discover NKy
On Monday, I decided to drive down to Covington and take a run through Devou Park. It’s a tough run….