The treatment and prevention of childhood obesity starts at home; here’s what parents should know
By Dr. Samir Softic and Dr. Aurelia Radulescu University of Kentucky In the United States, one in five children are…
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How to have a sun-safe summer by protecting your skin while spending time outdoors
By Dr. John D’Orazio University of Kentucky Spending time outside in the summer is a great way to stay active,…
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, as reminder, City of Newport building awash in pink
Staff report October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an international health campaign organized by major breast cancer charities in…
Functional family therapy may be an alternative for families struggling to make changes for the better
By Jennifer Connor Godbey University of Kentucky Functional family therapy, or FFT, has been used in residential programs with at-risk…
Traveling with diabetes requires planning, these tips can help ensure your adventure goes smoothly
By Tami Ross University of Kentucky Diabetes requires regular self-management and treatment, even on vacation. That’s why it is important…
November is National Diabetes Awareness month, understanding the disease is key to treatment
Dr. Simon Fisher University of Kentucky November is recognized as National Diabetes Awareness Month. It is an opportunity to bring…
Marcus Jackson: It’s time for the Ky. Department of Corrections to meet the needs of those in their care
Kentucky is suffering a crisis of mass incarceration and family separation. We have the third-highest rate of children with an…
Five Seasons Sports Club, Swim Across America to host ‘Seasons Swims Against Cancer’ event July 18
Five Seasons Sports Club is partnering with Swim Across America (SAA), the official charity for swimmers, to raise money to…
State program allows Kentuckians to seek outside review if insurer denies treatment, medicine
Kentuckians who disagree with decisions made by their health insurance carrier about the necessity of services, treatments or medication can…
A personal journey through prostate cancer, which needs as much a spotlight as breast cancer in women
By Steve Ranson Kentucky Health News Prostate cancer is to men as breast cancer is to women. The second-leading cause…
Healthy Headlines: Ever heard of ‘jumper’s knee’ (that’s patellar tendinitis)? Heads up, athletes
You may have never heard of jumper’s knee, or patellar tendinitis, but it is one of the most common knee…
Shelley Shearer: Misaligned jaw causes overbites, underbites, conditions that your dentist can treat
In our society, someone with protruding teeth or enlarged jaw is often taunted by their peers. When the upper and…
Bruce Scott: When patients come first, everyone wins — and SB 54 removes barriers to treatment
Imagine being diagnosed with a chronic health condition — one that interferes with your daily life and makes even the…
KHIP: Region is mobilizing against the complex issues around epidemic of substance abuse
Nearly a third of Kentucky adults (31%) reported that they have a friend or family member who has experienced problems…
Struggling with addiction or know someone; here is expert advice for finding quality treatment
By Anne M. Herron Center for Substance Abuse Treatment It can be overwhelming and confusing to know where to start…
James Dahmann: We need more ‘squeaky wheels’ in support of mental health services, adequate funding
While nationally there appears to be more awareness and open discussion concerning mental health, for the last 20 years public…
State Police launch Angel Initiative to help substance abusers; ‘can’t arrest our way out of this problem’
The Kentucky State Police (KSP) have announced the launch of the Angel Initiative. The Angel Initiative encourages individuals suffering with…
Ky. to share in $2.5 million anti-heroin grant; will pair law enforcement, public health to focus on treatment
Kentucky will be among several states to share a $2.5 million federal grant to help fight the heroin epidemic in…