KY’s COVID-19 memorial honoring those lost to virus set to be dedicated next week on grounds of Capitol
(Photo by Tom Latek, Kentucky Today)
By Tom Latek
Kentucky Today
Kentucky’s monument to honor those who died due to COVID-19 is nearly completed, and a dedication ceremony has been scheduled to take place next week on the grounds of the State Capitol.
The event will take place on Wednesday, May 24, at 2 p.m., and Gov. Andy Beshear says the public is invited.
“This is a memorial where people can...
St. Elizabeth Hospitals in Florence, Ft. Thomas get second ‘Magnet’ designation for nursing excellence
St. Elizabeth Florence and Ft. Thomas hospitals achieved their second Magnet designation which is a reflection of their nursing professionalism, teamwork and superiority in patient care.
The American Nurses Credentialing Center’s (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program® distinguishes organizations that meet the rigorous standards for nursing excellence, including demonstrated excellence in nursing philosophy...
St. Elizabeth, Food Pantry team up for take-home food boxes so kids don’t go hungry this summer
By Patricia A. Scheyer
NKyTribune reporter
Summer is almost here, and for many families summer presents the problem of how to feed the kids without the benefit of the free breakfasts and lunches they have been getting at school all year. As everyone knows, just because summer is here doesn’t mean kids aren’t hungry.
Go Pantry, a 501C3 organization, has been trying to address the summer...
Community Action agencies rally at Capitol, governor declares May Community Action Month
By Tom Latek
Kentucky Today
A rally to support the observation of May as Community Action Month in Kentucky drew an overflow crowd to the event in the State Capitol Rotunda on Wednesday.
With outreach offices in all 120 Kentucky counties, Community Action agencies strive to provide life-changing resources to support a wide array of service areas. They include food security, transportation, home energy,...
Emotional medical trauma can be especially difficult for caregivers of those with injuries or illness
By Dr. Tess E. Smith-Thomas
University of Kentucky
Caring for a loved one with a chronic or terminal illness or injury can be emotionally and physically exhausting.
In addition to possible worries, stress, guilt, and fear of the unknown, caregivers can experience a loss of identity and independence, and have trouble balancing other aspects of their lives and responsibilities while caring for their...
Drug Take Back Day nets 663,725 pounds of unneeded medication for safe disposal; 8k-plus in KY
By Tom Latek
Kentucky Today
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration and its law enforcement partners announced Monday they came together to halt prescription misuse by safely disposing of 663,725 pounds of unneeded medications at nearly 5,000 collection sites nationwide.
This means that since its inception in 2010, DEA’s bi-annual National Prescription Drug Take Back Day has removed more than 17...
KY Optometric Association names Walton resident Rhonda Sloughfy Paraoptometric of the Year
Rhonda Sloughfy
Rhonda Sloughfy was named the Paraoptometric of the Year at the Kentucky Optometric Association’s 2023 Awards Ceremony. This award is given annually to a paraoptometric who has demonstrated significant contributions and commitments to the optometric profession.
The Kentucky Optometric Association’s mission is to promote, advance and insure the viability of the practice of optometry...
Summer is right around the corner, these tips can help protect your skin from sun damage
By Dr. John D’Orazio
University of Kentucky
As the days get longer and the weather gets warmer, many of us will start spending more time outdoors. Whether you’re planning a beach vacation, gardening, or watching your kids’ baseball games, make sure you take steps to protect yourself and your loved ones from skin cancer.
The three most common forms of skin cancer are basal cell carcinoma, squamous...
Advocates urge Kentuckians to wear green during Mental Health Awareness Month in May
By Nadia Ramlagan
Public News Service
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and across the Commonwealth, buildings are lighting up in green, the color for mental health awareness.
According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, in 2021 more than 43% of Kentucky adults reported symptoms of anxiety and depression, and 40,000 youths age 12 to 17 suffer from depression.
Marcie Timmerman, executive...
Kentucky cancer deaths remain among highest in nation according to latest CDC report
By Nadia Ramlagan
Public News Service
The latest Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data show Kentucky continues have among the worst cancer rates in the nation – with lung, colorectal, breast and cervical cancer making up the majority of cancer deaths.
More than 30,000 Kentuckians will be diagnosed with cancer this year, according to the American Cancer Society.
According to the CDC,...
St. Elizabeth Healthcare provided scholarships to 30 first physician graduates of UK-NKU medical school
Staff report
St. Elizabeth Healthcare has reason to celebrate the graduation of the first class to attend the University of Kentucky College of Medicine – Northern Kentucky Campus. St.E. provided scholarships for the inaugural class.
The school, created in partnership with Northern Kentucky University and St. Elizabeth Healthcare, was established in 2019 to provide medical education and training...
New KY Chamber report shows how substance use disorders contribute to state’s workforce challenges
Kentucky continues to struggle with a major substance use disorder crisis, with devastating effects not only on public health and families but also on Kentucky’s economy and workforce.
In fact, substance use disorder, or SUD, is a key reason why Kentucky has one of the lowest workforce participation rates in the nation, according to a new report by the Kentucky Chamber Center for Policy and Research...
Surgeon general says loneliness poses serious public health threat; some tips to build connections
By Melissa Patrick
Kentucky Health News
The physical and societal harms that come from loneliness are so bad that America’s top public-health official has issued a rare advisory with a framework to rebuild social connection and community in the U.S.
“Loneliness is more than just a bad feeling,” Surgeon General Vivek H. Murthy writes in an opinion piece for The New York Times. “When...
Point Arc’s new Apparel Shop’s general manager, Connie Hutson, embraces mission for I/DD clients
By Andy Furman
Point/Arc
As soon as she got on the “app,” she said she knew.
“When I read about the purpose and mission of The Point, I knew at once, that’s where I belong. That is where I want to work and serve.”
And now she does.
Connie Hutson was named General Manager of The Point’s Apparel Shop – one of four social-enterprises owned and operated by the non-profit organization based...
Maintaining a healthy mind as we age is important, know what you can do to keep your brain sharp
By Dr. Greg Jicha
University of Kentucky
Have you ever been ready to head out the door but can’t seem to remember where you put your keys? Or have you been standing in the grocery store trying to remember what else you need?
Most people have had their own bouts of forgetfulness. When is this forgetfulness a concern or an indicator of something else going on?
According to the Alzheimer’s Association,...
