Here’s why a tick bite can make you allergic to red meat and other animal products
By Dr. Jonathan Larson and Dr. Hannah Tiffin University of Kentucky Outdoor-loving Kentuckians know that tick bites carry risk. Many…
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University of Kentucky study suggests maple syrup could greatly expand state’s forest economy
By Jordan Strickler University of Kentucky Kentucky’s forests, traditionally valued for their timber and recreation, could soon become a source…
With the summer months on the horizon, a reminder to ‘look before you lock’ to prevent hot car deaths
By Sherri Hannan University of Kentucky Summer is nearly here, bringing with it hot, sunny days. And nowhere do you…
University of Kentucky’s Sanders-Brown Center on Aging marks 40-year legacy of Alzheimer’s research
By Hillary Smith University of Kentucky For the past four decades, the University of Kentucky’s Sanders-Brown Center on Aging (SBCoA)…
Florence resident Connor Stuart named research ambassabor for UK’s Office of Undergraduate Research
By By Haven L. Patrick University of Kentucky Every year, the University of Kentucky’s Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) selects…
From breathless to boundless: New lungs help UK patient Lyndsey Allnutt live life to the fullest
By Hilary Brown University of Kentucky Lyndsey Minch Allnutt couldn’t remember a time when she couldn’t stop coughing or struggling…
Tips to improve your child’s speech development, when to seek help for communication challenges
By Dr. Joneen Lowman University of Kentucky Communication begins at birth when you make eye contact and talk to your…
‘Grit,’ perseverance can take a toll on brain health, particularly when facing social stresses like racism
By Darlingtina Esiaka University of Kentucky For many people, grit – the perseverance and passion for long-term goals – is…
Keith Taylor: Wishing Travis Perry well as he takes his basketball journey to Ole Miss
Travis Perry did not mention transferring following Kentucky’s season-ending loss to Tennessee in the NCAA Tournament. The former Kentucky Mr….
What parents should know to support their child’s mental health and emotional well-being
By Meghan L. Marsac University of Kentucky All children experience a range of feelings that can sometimes change quickly. It…
Understanding the signs, risks, diagnosis and treatment of brain and spinal cord tumors
By Dr. John Villano University of Kentucky Each year, thousands of adults are diagnosed with tumors that form in the…
Visas revoked by Trump Administration for international grad students at UK, UofL are reinstated
By McKenna Horsley Kentucky Lantern Visas revoked by the Trump administration for international graduate students at the University of Kentucky…
NKY Chamber president, UK Alum Brent Cooper encouraging community engagement to improve KY
By Ann Blackford University of Kentucky One thing is evident when you meet Brent Cooper, a 1991 graduate of the…
UK Health: Brain health engagement — staying engaged while you age protects your brain
By Elizabeth Rhodus University of Kentucky Our lives are made up of one experience after the next, building and refining…
Donovan Scholars is a special Kentucky program, offering free college to residents 65 and older
By Andy Furman NKyTribune reporter It’s never too late. Especially in Kentucky – and at Northern Kentucky University. Thanks to…
Are headaches affecting your child’s school or activities? Here’s how to manage their symptoms
By Dr. Sharoon Qaiser University of Kentucky Is your child complaining of frequent headaches? Are they missing school days or…
A new U.S. Surgeon General’s health advisory links alcohol, cancer risk; what you should know
By Dr. Leah Winer University of Kentucky A recent advisory from the U.S. Surgeon General highlights alcohol consumption as the…
Understanding the facts about endometriosis and its impact on women’s health
By George Thomas University of Kentucky For many women, period pain is an expected part of life. But for those…
Tips to help you keep your child’s smile on track during National Children’s Dental Health Month
By Dr. Ronald Singer University of Kentucky February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, making it a great time for…
Heating is essential during the cold winter months; tips to safely keep your home warm
By Robert McCool University of Kentucky The first winter storms of the new year have passed, but winter is far…
Kentucky counties are grappling with how to spend opioid settlement payments
By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service As opioid settlement money continues to flow into Kentucky, counties are having to make…
Opinion – This Valentine’s Day, help show the kind of love that saves lives by showing up for those in need
By Dr. Sarah Geegan and Dr. Shannon Sauer-Zavala University of Kentucky Valentine’s Day is often associated with grand gestures —…