Sen. Mitch McConnell on Sunday revealed for the first time that a fall led to his hospitalization, breaking the silence about his condition after weeks of mounting speculation about the Kentucky Republican’s health. McConnell, 84, said in a statement that he also suffered a case of mild pneumonia and has undergone a battery of tests […]
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Our readers chose their favorites in NKY family and health
Taking care of yourself and the people you love is practically a community sport in NKY. From top-notch pediatric practices and trusted chiropractors to dance studios, martial arts academies and yoga classes that actually make you want to show up, NKY’s got it. Our region is home to a vast network of health and wellness […]
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Food Journaling 101
Food Journaling 101 Nourish Your Body and Mind Through Journaling What you eat impacts the way your body functions and plays a big role in your overall health. Making better food choices helps build a stronger immune system, improves digestion, boosts energy levels and reduces your risk of developing many serious health conditions, including heart […]
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Here is how to stay healthy during the holidays
For some, the holiday season is filled with what seems like endless activities that include travel, shopping, attending parties and events, and visiting with family. To that end, there are resources available to help celebrants stay healthy and avoid getting sick during this time of year, officials said. “The holidays are definitely a tough time […]
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Cincinnati Children’s breaks ground on healthcare facility in Union
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center broke ground on a new facility in Boone County Friday. Representatives from the healthcare provider joined City of Union officials, donors and a host of well-wishers for the ceremony Friday morning at 2015 Children’s Way in the Union Promenade mixed-use development under construction on U.S. 42. The one-story building, which […]
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Villa Hills dentist convicted of causing patient’s death
Villa Hills dentist Jay M. Sadrinia was recently convicted in federal court for a patient’s death caused by his unlawful prescribing of morphine. The jury convicted Sadrinia on June 22 on “one count of unlawful distribution of controlled substances resulting in death and one count of unlawful distribution of controlled substances,” per the Department of […]
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Kentucky sign language interpreters embody others’ words, are servants at heart
Written by Sarah Ladd for Kentucky Lantern Sign language interpreters aren’t quite used to celebrity. The job is usually more behind-the-scenes. Translating a diagnosis at the doctor’s office, standing off to the side of a stage. But the COVID-19 pandemic thrust the late Virginia Moore — and her office, the Kentucky Commission on the Deaf and Hard of […]
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Kentucky lost hundreds of physicians when it most needed them
Written by Sarah Ladd for Kentucky Lantern The commonwealth lost nearly 600 physicians from 2019 to 2022, Kentucky Medical Association Executive Vice President Patrick Padgett told legislators in Frankfort on Wednesday. The loss of 590 physicians represents a $1 billion economic loss, Padgett said. It also means a hit to patient services. And it happened during […]
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Echoing history, reliance upon travel rises for abortion care post-Dobbs
Written by Kelcie Moseley-Morris for Kentucky Lantern When the U.S. Supreme Court issued its Dobbs decision one year ago, people of childbearing age in states across the country suddenly faced what seemed like a new prospect — having to travel hundreds or even thousands of miles from home to get an abortion. But historians say […]
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SPONSORED: Q&A with local natural health consultant and sauna specialist, Julie Bishop
Father’s Day Special: The Sauna Life is offering a Father’s Day Special of $400 to $600 off your next sauna purchase. Offer may vary depending on sauna size. Click here to learn more! — The concept of the sauna was created in Finland nearly 2000 years ago and it’s no wonder that it is still […]
