KY Department of Public Health reports death of NKY resident from rabies, state’s first case since 1996
Kentucky health officials on Friday announced a human death from rabies in a Northern Kentucky resident. The source of the…
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COVID-19 having ‘summer surge’ in Kentucky; 38 states show increasing number of cases
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today According to data from the Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH), COVID-19 cases are increasing…
Whooping cough cases continue to rise across Kentucky; ten cases now confirmed in NKY
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News Fayette County continues to experience a whooping cough outbreak, part of a statewide year-to-year…
As Kentuckians return to pools and waterways this holiday weekend, state offers tips to stay healthy
With summer approaching, the Kentucky Division of Water (DOW) and the Kentucky Department for Public Health’s (KDPH) Environmental Public Health…
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…
Kentucky’s Hepatitis A outbreak worst in nation, but appears to be subsiding; 8 deaths since Aug. ’17
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Kentucky’s hepatitis A outbreak is described by health officials as the worst in the nation,…
Birth defects affect nearly 5000 babies in Kentucky a year; here are some simple steps to reduce risks
Each year an average of 4,900 Kentucky babies are born with a birth defect, often leading to health complications, disability…
Department for Public Health urges checking home for potential health effects of radon exposure
As part of National Radon Action Month, the Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH) within the Cabinet for Health and…
Early detection, screenings is best protection against second leading cause of cancer deaths for women
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In Kentucky, breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths among women….
KY Department of Public Health confirms two flu cases in state, advises getting the flu shot
The Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH) has received reports of two laboratory-confirmed influenza cases, indicating the presence of flu…
How to control your diabetes and get tips on healthy meals — free class offered on September 9
If you want to learn how to better control your diabetes and get tips on how to prepare fresh healthy…
Spring Breaker travelers warned to take precautions against Zika virus — protect yourself and others
The Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH), within the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, advises spring break travelers to…
Staying safe from carbon monoxide poisoning as temperatures drop, and you use alternative heat
By Barbara J. Fox Ky.gov As temperatures drop and the risk for carbon monoxide poisoning increases, Kentuckians are urged to…
State issues water recreation guidelines for rivers, lakes and creeks during summer recreation season
With summer approaching, The Kentucky Division of Water (DOW) and the Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH) offer these safety…
Harsh winter weather poses numerous health threats: Be aware of steps to avoid risks — and stay safe
With low temperatures and snowy conditions around the state, many Kentuckians could be exposed to harsh winter elements. To prepare…