Health

The lieutenant governor stresses the importance of early cancer detection and prevention.
In Christian County, 41% of residents have been vaccinated against COVID-19. The rate is one of the lowest in the state.
When stress and tension are starting to mount, taking short breaks and deep breaths can help clear your mind.
A new federal study published in July showed a direct link between testicular cancer and PFOS — a chemical that has been found in the blood of thousands of military personnel.
As the holidays approach, Kentucky's top health official is reminding everyone that if they're sick, it's important to stay home. Even those who are vaccinated are at a high risk of getting COVID in a crowded, indoor setting.
Kentucky's infant-mortality rate has usually been higher than the nation's, reflecting its status as a poor state with lower-than-average health.
Emergency department visits for all three respiratory viruses increased in the week ended Oct. 22.
Kentuckians who don’t have coverage through an employer, Medicare, Medicaid, the Kentucky Children’s Health Insurance Program, or the Pentagon's Tricare program can shop for individual coverage on Kynect.
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Because of medical advances, people over age 60 live far longer than people at the dawn of the 20th century. Still, most of us lack a good understanding of what happens to our bodies during this extended period after middle age.
Generations from virtually every culture swear to the benefits of chicken soup. But is there any science to back the belief that it helps?