Northern Kentucky joins statewide Hepatitis A outbreak, Newport Syndicate food handler diagnosed
A case of hepatitis A that has been diagnosed in an employee who handled food at the Newport Syndicate (18…
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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,…
Mobile syringe access exchange unit to open week of July 23 at St. E locations in Newport, Covington
The Northern Kentucky Health Department will begin operating a mobile syringe access exchange program in Campbell County and Kenton County…
NKY Health Department launches hepatitis A prevention plan in wake of state’s declared outbreak
The Northern Kentucky Health Department (NKY Health) has initiated efforts to prevent the statewide spread of Hepatitis A from expanding…
Lexington-Fayette County Health Department to expand needle exchange; will add second weekday
The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department’s needle-exchange program will add a second weekday to better serve clients’ needs. The program is…
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…
Learn how to manage diabetes at free class offered by Northern Kentucky Health Department
Those wanting to learn how to better control their diabetes, can get practical tips at a free class on Saturday,…
As HIV cluster investigation moves into second month, health officials increase opportunities to test
The Northern Kentucky Health Department and the Kentucky Department for Public Health are continuing to investigate a cluster of HIV…
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…
KY, NKY health departments join forces to investigate rise of HIV cases, hoping to stop spread
Representatives from the Northern Kentucky Health Department and the Kentucky Department for Public Health announced today that they have initiated…
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…
Kentucky DPH 52 Weeks of Public Health Campaign Spotlight: Reducing the Burden of COPD
As part of the 52 Weeks of Public Health campaign, the Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH) within the Cabinet…
Kentucky DPH 52 Weeks of Public Health campaign focuses on opioid abuse, overdoses, Narcan
As part of the 52 Weeks of Public Health campaign, the Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH), within the Cabinet…
KY Department for Public Health hosts health professionals to develop Health Improvement Plan
The Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH), part of the Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS), recently hosted more…
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…
Kentucky DPH issues smoke inhalation advisories for counties in southeastern part of state due to wildfires
The Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH), within the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, is issuing a Public Health Alert…
Tobacco-free school policies help drive youth smoking to historic lows in Kentucky
Kentucky’s youth smoking prevalence is at a historic low, dropping nearly 10 percentage points over the past decade. Current smoking…
KY DPH warns of ongoing risk associated with heroin; 12 fatal ODs reported over holiday weekend
The Kentucky Department for Public Health continues to warn Kentuckians about the risks associated with heroin and other drugs. DPH…
Department for Public Health officials, HFS Sec. Glisson at State Fair for Zika awareness event
Health and Family Services Cabinet Sec. Vickie Yates Brown Glisson, Department of Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles, and representatives from the…