Kentucky accounts for about half the cases in an odd, 5-state outbreak of E. coli; here are precautions
Kentucky Health News Kentucky has about half of the cases in an outbreak of infections from a strain of E….
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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…
Climate Change: A look at the latest National Climate Assessment report — and a heads up
Staff report Thirteen federal agencies released findings this week in a 1,600-page report on climate change. The U.S. Global Change…
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…
Generally, adults in the region rate their houses, neighborhoods positively, according to survey
For the 2017 Community Health Status Survey (CHSS), sponsored by Interact for Health, area adults were asked about the condition…
SmartHealthToday: Know the symptoms of a heart attack and don’t wait for them to pass; call 911
By Dianne Gebhardt-French SmartHealthToday The pressure in your chest comes and goes, but there’s something different. You are short of…
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…
More than 16,000 Kentucky children have gained health insurance under health reform law
More than 16,000 Kentucky children gained health insurance since the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, according…
According to 2015 County Health review, Boone tops list of Kentucky’s 10 healthiest counties to live in
Kentucky may be a beautiful place to live, but where are the healthiest spots to call home? It can be…
Paul Long: Runners sometimes just have bad days, and it happens to all of us, experienced and new
Anyone who has ever strapped on a pair of running shoes and hit the pavement or the trails knows the…
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…
Paul Long: ‘What are questions running through runners’ minds?’ Here’s the study — and reality
So. A group of scientists wanted to know what runners think about when they run. And, of course, being scientists,…
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…