Category: YOUR HEALTH
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Kentucky libraries have become key partners in helping rural residents learn about health, nutrition and healthy lifestyles
An information board in the Pulaski County Public Library has much material about health. (Photo by Sarah Baird for Stateline) —– Libraries in rural Kentucky are becoming a key partner in...
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Algal bloom warning issued for Ohio River above Louisville
The state Division of Water and Department for Public Health are warning people not to swim, wade or ski in the Ohio River from the McAlpine Dam at Louisville upstream...
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It’s flu season, and 154 Kentuckians have already been diagnosed with it; the best defense is an easy-to-get vaccine
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News The beginning of fall means it’s also the beginning of flu season, prompting health officials to remind Kentuckians it’s time to get vaccinated as...
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New state health chief cautions against all e-cigarette use; some recent illnesses aren’t related to black-market THC, but to nicotine
Health Commissioner Dr. Angela Dearinger —– By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News HAZARD, Ky. — At her first public speaking engagement as state health commissioner, Dr. Angela Dearinger spoke about...
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Ky. has one of 5 highest death rates in U.S.; UK public-health dean calls it most ‘comprehensive, inclusive’ measure of health
Kentucky is one of the top five states for the highest death rates, according to a new study that compared mortality patterns between the five states with the highest and...
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Lexington man’s lawsuit says Juul Labs leads users of its devices to become addicted to nicotine; company says suit ‘without merit’
A 25-year-old Lexington man is suing the leading maker of electronic cigarettes, accusing it of deceptive advertising and marketing that leads users become addicted to nicotine. He seeks to expand...
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Adult obesity in Ky. reaches all-time high of 36.6%, fifth in U.S.; doctor says insurance needs to start covering obesity prevention
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News Kentucky adults just keep getting larger, reaching an all-time high for the number of obese adults in the state, ranking it fifth in the...
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Most diagnosed with ovarian cancer die of it, but a special type of screening, free at six sites in Kentucky, can reverse the odds
Ovarian cancer is deadly sneaky. When detected early, it is often curable, but most women who have it don’t have any symptoms until it has progressed to an advanced stage,...
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Trump moves to ban most flavored electronic cigarettes
A young person uses an electronic cigarette. (Getty Images) —– Citing his 13-year-old son as an example, President Trump signaled Wednesday that his administration would ban most flavored electronic cigarettes, which...
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Geriatric doctor offers tips for aging optimally; it’s much-needed advice for Kentucky seniors, who rank 49th for seniors’ health
Everydayhealth.com photo —– As life expectancy for both men and women keeps rising, it’s important to adopt a handful of healthy habits that include things like exercising and staying social...