Day: April 10, 2015
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Heart attacks are leading cause of death while on the job in Kentucky; being struck by objects is No. 2, and falling is No. 3
Heart attacks are the number one killer of Kentuckians who die on the job, according to a study conducted by the state Labor Cabinet. The study found that in the...
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Event at UK library features discussion of Kentucky food traditions, how they are changing and how to capitalize on them
Story and photo by Melissa Landon Kentucky Health News Local food experts gathered at the University of Kentucky April 9 to discuss how Kentucky food tradition is changing and how...
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Most Kentuckians don’t think insurance rates should be higher for the obese, but are divided on increasing smokers’ rates
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News By a very small margin, Kentuckians think insurance rates should be higher for smokers if the insurance company provides a free smoking cessation program,...
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Tennessee churches encourage healthier living
Sulphur Wells Church of Christ in Henry County, Tennessee, a few miles away from Paris, Ky., is challenging people to eat and think healthier, Amber Hall reports for Public Radio International. Bob...