COVID-19 rapid tests still work against new variants – researchers keep ‘testing the tests,’ and they pass by Nathaniel Hafer, Apurv Soni and Anuradha Rao March 2, 2024 Researchers who have spent the past few years investigating COVID-19 tests for their accuracy and performance outline their findings.
Severe complications for pregnant veterans nearly doubled in the last decade, a GAO report finds by Cassandra Jaramillo February 23, 2024 The Department of Veterans Affairs needs to do more to prevent veterans from suffering severe pregnancy complications, a new report by the Government Accountability Office finds.
Nominations sought for Kentucky smoke-free advocates by Kentucky Health News January 29, 2024 The Kentucky Center for Smoke-free Policy is accepting nominations.
Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman discusses her double mastectomy by Sarah Ladd January 23, 2024 While she wrapped up the last leg of a statewide campaign alongside Gov. Andy Beshear, Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman found herself in medical limbo.
Ky. health-care workers can apply for loan relief until Jan. 31 by Beth Bowling January 23, 2024 Participants receive tax-free student loan repayment in exchange for their service commitment.
Kentucky leads in use of new drugs that fight diabetes and obesity by Kentucky Health News January 22, 2024 More than 2% of Kentuckians use the drugs which mimic a hormone that triggers the release of insulin.
Hopkinsville physicians will lead panel discussion for Heart Health Month by Hoptown Chronicle January 21, 2024 The community is invited to the event Feb. 2 at Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School.
Keeping a streak alive can be strong motivation to stick with a chosen activity by Danny Weathers December 29, 2023 An activity streak has the power to compel behavior.
Lt. Gov. Coleman says post-mastectomy report ‘came back clean’ by Hoptown Chronicle December 26, 2023 The lieutenant governor stresses the importance of early cancer detection and prevention.
Winter brings more than just ugly sweaters – here’s how the season can affect your mind and behavior by Ian Hohm and Michael Varnum December 21, 2023 Short winter days can influence your brain chemistry.
Ky. gambling hotline calls triple since sports betting legalized by Kentucky Health News December 21, 2023 The state has only 7 certified gambling counselors.
CDC urges vaccinations as flu, COVID-19 and RSV rates spike by Melissa Patrick December 17, 2023 In Christian County, 41% of residents have been vaccinated against COVID-19. The rate is one of the lowest in the state.
