Day: May 24, 2011
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Flexibility Act would give states more Medicaid authority, but it could mean that fewer children would have health coverage
MEDICAID PERCENTAGE OF TOTAL STATE SPENDING Children’s advocates are concerned the proposed State Flexibility Act would result in more children living without health insurance in Kentucky. The act “would repeal...
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New Kentucky optometry law prompting legislators in other states to consider same or similar changes
Now that Kentucky lawmakers have allowed optometrists to expand their scope of care, legislators in Nebraska, South Carolina and Texas may follow suit. They are looking at legislation that would allow...
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Studies conclude cigarette packaging misleading, needs changes
Tobacco manufacturers have misled consumers about the risks of their products and action is needed to help consumers make informed decisions about the products they intend to buy, three studies...
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Two nutrition workshops will address school lunch, local foods, childhood obesity
Two workshops focusing on school nutrition and the overall health of Kentucky children will be hosted at the end of next month. The Coordinated School Health Institute workshop will focus...