Day: July 27, 2025
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Protect workers from heat: Know the dangers, act early
By Rebecca Honaker University of Kentucky Heat is a serious workplace hazard that can cause illness—or even death—if proper precautions aren’t taken. While outdoor workers face the greatest risk during...
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$4.3 million awarded from workforce investment fund, aimed at improving healthcare workforce shortage
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News The Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education has awarded $4.3 million to 28 postsecondary healthcare programs across the state, providing training scholarships to over 200...
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Cannabis-related emergency department visits on the rise in Kentucky, especially among youth
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News Kentucky saw a steady increase in emergency department visits related to cannabis use among Kentucky residents between 2018 and 2024, with some of the...