Allergies or illness: How to tell the difference and when to seek treatment
Dr. Sarah Marks University of Kentucky Fall allergy season overlaps with cold and flu season in Kentucky, making this a…
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UK Health: Racing, irregular heartbeat is unsettling — and could be a sign of ‘Afib’
By Tessa London-Bounds, M.D. University of Kentucky A racing or irregular heartbeat can be unsettling, but for millions of Americans,…
NewsMakers ’26: John Cain wears many hats, has touched lives of countless Northern Kentuckians
(Editor’s note: This is the first of six stories honoring the NKyTribune’s ’26 NewsMakers of the year.) By Laura Kroger…
Too much screen time can wreak havoc on your eyes, the key to avoiding vision damage is balance
Dr. Angela D. Houchin University of Kentucky In today’s world, screens are nearly impossible to avoid. They’re in our hands,…
University of Kentucky reports record 11k degrees, certificates awarded in 2025-26 school year
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The University of Kentucky has announced that in 2025-26 the school soared past 10,000 degrees…
Understanding staging numbers is important for patients faced with a cancer diagnosis
By Dr. Reema Patel University of Kentucky Receiving a cancer diagnosis can be daunting enough, and hearing terms like “stage…
Bruce Lunsford grew up in NKY, became politician, businessman, philanthropist, dies at 78
By Jack Brammer Kentucky Lantern Bruce Lunsford, who founded Fortune 500 healthcare company Vencor, served as Gov. John Y. Brown…
UK researchers — and students — studying how ticks, wildlife, livestock and humans connect
By Jennifer Elwell University of Kentucky White coveralls and tall boots are standard field gear for University of Kentucky research…
ATVs can be both fun and functional, but they’re not toys; steps to take before allowing your kids to ride
Ashley M. Bush University of Kentucky Four-wheelers are a fun way to explore the great Kentucky outdoors. Also known as…
Dolly Parton’s death a reminder to prioritize health; tips on cancer prevention, treatment in seniors
By Dr. Zhonglin Hao University of Kentucky People across the world are mourning the death of Dolly Parton, the country…
Tips to keep students safe and cool as they return to school sports and activities
By Dr. Matthew Smitley University of Kentucky School is back in session which means outdoor sports and activities are in…
Kentucky turns the page as coach Will Stein takes over for SEC’s longest tenured coach
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today For the first time in more than a decade, Kentucky has a new coach with…
Maintaining physical health while working can be challenging, but simple habit changes can help
By Dr. Chandler Maguet University of Kentucky Making your physical health and wellness a priority in the workplace can be…
LifeSciKY adds University of Kentucky to Board of Directors, strengthens statewide bioalliance
LifeSciKY has announced the addition of UK Healthcare vice President for Innovation Ian D. McClure, J.D., LL.M., to its board…
Heading back to school can be challenging for kids, here’s how to set them up for a successful year
Dr. Mary Shea University of Kentucky The back-to-school season can bring a mix of feelings — excitement to see friends…
KY research shows CBD, THC combo can improve quality of life in late-stage dementia patients
By Sarah Ladd Kentucky Lantern New research — which Kentucky participated in as a trial site — shows a combination…
Jeff Hermish explains the wide-ranging work of the Kenton County Cooperative Extension Service
By Andy Furman NKyTribune staff writer Jeff Hermesch, the Kenton County Cooperative Extension Service Director may work here – but…
Massage therapy can be a integral part of the overall treatment plan for cancer patients
By Jill Cole University of Kentucky A massage isn’t just a great way to relax and unwind after a long…
From the University of Kentucky journalism school to CNN, Andy Rose steps into new role
By Alexandria Landgraf UKNow Andy Rose, a 1999 graduate of the School of Journalism and Media in the University of Kentucky College of…
Poor air quality alerts have become common in recent years, here’s how wildfire smoke impacts our air
By Dr. Anthony Gerber University of Kentucky Ongoing wildfires in Canada and Minnesota led to poor air quality and alerts…
Planning for your child’s diabetes care is an important step as preparations begin for new school year
By Hunter Hardin University of Kentucky As the new school year approaches, your checklist probably includes paperwork, school supplies and…
At SEC Media Days, Kentucky coach Will Stein says goal is to be the ‘best head coach in the country’
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Will Stein gained a reputation as one of the most prolific play callers in college…