Health

In the last two months, health professionals across the country have seen an unprecedented spike in the number of RSV cases.
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"Kynectors," who help Kentuckians sign up for coverage on Kynect, are available at no charge in every county to answer questions and help people sign up for coverage.
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Joel Best, who tracks media coverage of contaminated Halloween treats, started hearing from reporters earlier than normal this year and they wanted to talk about a new alleged threat: “rainbow fentanyl.”
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Locals interested in donating blood can do so at the Western Kentucky Regional Blood Center, 1902 S. Virginia St.
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It's an issue that is especially prominent among nursing home staff and in Kentucky, where the rate is among the lowest in the nation.
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Here's what you should know about COVID-19 and updated boosters to prepare for a possible fall or winter surge.
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Of this week's new cases, 39% were among Kentuckians 18 and younger.
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In 2020, the Association of American Medical Colleges predicted that by 2033, the nation would be short between 21,400 and 55,200 primary-care physicians.
With the newly formulated COVID-19 booster shot now available and flu season just around the corner, many are wondering if there's an optimal timing for the two shots.
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The center is intended to accelerate research on cannabis that is relevant to the health and well-being of Kentuckians.
The rise in calls indicates both a surge in students struggling with their mental health and a sign of increased awareness of the issue, officials said.