Author: Al Cross
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Flu keeps hitting thousands a week in Ky.; four more adults have died from it; measures to thwart it may also help with coronavirus
While it’s important to not compare the coronavirus and covid-19 and influenza, because top health officials report that the new disease is far deadlier, it’s also important to remember that the means...
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When health officials talk about strong measures to ‘flatten the curve’ to fight the coronavirus, this is what they’re talking about
Measures that are being called “drastic” and “extreme” are necessary to keep the coronavirus and its covid-19 disease from overwhelming the U.S. health-care system, according to health experts and public...
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March 17 teleconference to cover coronavirus prevention and treatment options for state and federal government
The Commonwealth Fund will host a March 17 teleconference briefing for journalists and policymakers to discuss prevention and treatment of the coronavirus. The call will last about an hour and will...
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As covid-19 cases grow, Beshear tells those over 60 not to fly or take cruises; health chief gives advice on when to see a doctor
Kentucky Department for Public Health chart; for a larger version, click on it. —– By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News Kentucky has confirmed two more cases of covid-19, the disease...
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Two days after state’s first covid-19 case is confirmed there, weekly paper sends a special edition to everyone in its county
The four-page edition was printed on thicker, whiter paper for easier handling and retention. —– By Al CrossKentucky Health NewsA weekly newspaper in Kentucky is setting a great example for the...
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Editorial: suicides a growing health threat in Hardin County, but many are reticent to seek help
Suicide is an increasing phenomenon in Hardin County, and such deaths are more than statistics, writes the editorial board of The News-Enterprise in Elizabethtown: “Our neighbors are hurting. Mental illness, depression, substance abuse, desperation,...
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Nearly 2/3 of Ky. adults with guns at home keep them loaded and unlocked; 15% with children have loaded, unlocked guns in them
Kentucky Health Issues Poll chart; click on the image to view a larger version —– Kentuckians increasingly keep their guns loaded, and almost two-thirds who keep them loaded are not...
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Three anti-abortion bills advance out of legislative committees
Pro-choice advocates dressed as characters from “The Handmaid’s Tale” at the March 4 House Judiciary committee, which passed two abortion bills. (Photo by Melissa Patrick) —– Three abortion bills advanced in...
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First Kentucky case of covid-19, disease caused by coronavirus, confirmed in Harrison County; Beshear advises its people to avoid crowds
Crystal Miller, head of the health department serving Harrison County, at a press conference Saturday. Others, L to R: Gov. Andy Beshear; Health Commissioner Steven Stack; Harrison County Judge-Executive Alex Barnett; Cynthiana Mayor...
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Senate bill to address surprise medical billing now in House
By Jim Hannah Legislative Research Commission FRANKFORT, Ky. – Legislation to offer patients some protection from surprise medical bills passed the state Senate Friday. “There are many factors that contribute...