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…
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KY Dept of Public Health issues statement supporting NKY Health Dept’s response to Alexandria Zika case
NKyTribune staff report The Kentucky Department for Public Health (KDPH) has issued a statement supporting the Northern Kentucky Health Department’s…
DPH renews warnings about dangers of international travel and Zika virus as Summer Olympics near
The Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH) is warning Kentuckians, particularly pregnant women and women planning to become pregnant, 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…
State officials launch ‘Fight the Bite Day and Night’ campaign focused on Zika virus prevention
Kentucky health professionals gathered at the Kentucky State University Research Farm Monday for a Zika virus prevention event. Launching its…
State, national health officials say potential exists for Kentucky to have Zika virus outbreak
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News While all 388 Zika virus cases confirmed in the continental U.S., including six in…
Western Ky man contracts Zika virus after traveling to Caribbean; second reported case in Commonwealth
A second Kentucky resident has tested positive for Zika virus disease after traveling in a Caribbean country where the virus…
Kentucky Department for Public Health urges travelers to take precautions against Zika virus
Kentuckians traveling to areas of the world affected by the Zika virus disease, should take steps to protect themselves and…
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…
Kentucky Department for Public Health urges women to make the PACT to help prevent birth defects
The Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH) is working to raise awareness to help prevent birth defects this January, encouraging…