This article was written by Dr. Bradley Schulte, Pain Management Specialist with St. Elizabeth Physicians. He works out of the Spine Center in Highland Heights, KY and Greendale, IN. Innovative treatments for back pain: Q&A with Dr. Bradley Schulte, St. Elizabeth Pain Management Specialist Q: What does an interventional pain management specialist do? When should […]
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Kentucky’s Medical Cannabis Advisory committee members set, share group goals
Written by Rachel Richardson, LEX18 reporter Members of the Team Kentucky Medical Cannabis Advisory committee met for the first time in Pike County for a town hall on Wednesday. The group of diverse experts was formed to help advise Governor Andy Beshear on giving access to medical cannabis to Kentuckians. The committee’s co-chair, Secretary of […]
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NKY health department narrows search for new director
The Northern Kentucky Health Department has narrowed its search for a new director to three candidates.
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Event designed to give hope, provide some fun to those in recovery
A night of food, prize giveaways, fun and community resources could be beneficial for anyone. But for those seeking help with addiction or people who have been formerly incarcerated, such an event can be a lifeline. The 3rd annual Reentry Resource Night, to offer those who may need addiction recovery or post-incarceration services, is scheduled […]
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St. Elizabeth in Edgewood only Tri-State hospital to receive award
St. Elizabeth Edgewood was recognized for the fifth year in a row as being at the highest level for cardiac care in the Tri-State. St. E was the only local hospital to receive the American College of Cardiology NCDR Chest Pain-MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award. The award is based on metrics for patient care, […]
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Judge temporarily blocks enforcement of law that bans abortion in Kentucky
A judge has temporarily blocked enforcement of Kentucky’s trigger law that bans all abortions unless the mother’s life is at risk, which allows Kentucky’s two licensed abortion providers to resume the procedure for now. The law automatically banned abortions in Kentucky after the Supreme Court last week overturned Roe v. Wade, which constitutionally protected a […]
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Red Cross urges blood donors to step up ahead of holiday weekend
Written by Madeline Ottilie, WCPO reporter FLORENCE, Ky. — The American Red Cross is urging donors to give blood ahead of the Fourth of July holiday. The organization said it typically sees a 21% drop in blood and platelet donations during holiday weeks. Blood has a shelf life, so the organization needs donors constantly to keep […]
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Covington taking steps in response to complaints about Interplastic, a local plant with a history of issues
A Fort Wright plastic product manufacturing plant has received its share of complaints from the public over the years, ranging from wafting odors to perceived safety threats. As scrutiny mounts from the public, Covington officials are taking steps to ensure the plant follows proper environmental safety protocols in the future. While the Interplastic Corporation plant […]
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St. Elizabeth Florence undergoing major renovation
St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Florence is in the middle of expanding the hospital with an addition that will be completed by fall 2023.
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Business group provides money to support yoga program for Independence firefighters
Funds were presented recently to continue a program providing yoga classes to the Independence Fire District staff. Greg Corwin, president of the Independence Business Association, attended the Independence city council meeting to donate $500 for the program that Madison Pike Yoga provides. Stefanie Miller is the owner of the business, and she explained that before […]
