Day: June 9, 2025
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Rare eye cancer may only be detected during routine eye exam, especially important for light-eyed people over 60
By Dr. Aditya Bansal University of Kentucky When you think of cancer, eye cancer may not be the first thing that comes to mind. However, ocular melanoma — a rare...
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NPR: Diseases are spreading and CDC isn’t warning the public like it was months ago.
Since the Trump administration assumed power in January, an NPR analysis has found that “many of the platforms the CDC used to communicate with the public have gone silent.” “Health...
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Two unvaccinated babies die of whooping cough in Kentucky; health officials urge recommended immunizations
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News Two Kentucky infants have died from pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, within the last six months, according to the Kentucky Department for Public...
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Ky. Make America Healthy Again task force meets for first time; chairs want focus on food quality, availability
By Sarah Ladd Kentucky Lantern During the first meeting of the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Kentucky Task Force, lawmakers said they want to address food deserts and food quality,...
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Kentucky public health officials issue health alert against kratom products
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News The Kentucky Department for Public Health and the Kentucky Office of Drug Control Policy have issued a health alert, advising the public not to...
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Experts say Medicaid cuts would risk opioid treatment access for Kentuckians
By Nadia Ramlagan Kentucky News Connection As Congress continues to push for cuts and additional work requirements for Medicaid eligibility, experts warn that more Kentuckians could lose access to treatment...