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Acetaminophen alert
Last Updated: 9:12 PM 06/30/09 - The Food and Drug Administration is taking a closer look at one of the most common drugs found in over-the-counter pain relievers. Acetaminophen has long been used in pain medications, both prescription and on the shelves. (Full Story) |
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Kentucky H1N1 cases leveling out
Last Updated: 5:50 PM 06/24/09 - The number of H1N1 cases in Kentucky seem to be leveling out, but there are still more than 100 people affected by the illness in the bluegrass. (Full Story) |
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Local pharmacy promotes Diabetes awareness
Last Updated: 1:40 AM 06/24/09 - Diabetes affects more than 26 million American adults and children. (Full Story) |
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RAM to make stop in Pike County
Last Updated: 8:52 PM 06/24/09 - Free medical services will be offered this weekend right here in eastern Kentucky. (Full Story) |
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HIV awareness & testing
Last Updated: 7:40 PM 06/11/09 - FRANKFORT, KY - In honor of National HIV Testing Day on June 27, the Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH) is promoting routine HIV testing and awareness. The campaign will run during June in Kentucky to encourage as many people as possible to get tested and know their HIV status. (Full Story) |
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WHO: Swine flu pandemic has begun, 1st in 41 years
Last Updated: 4:32 PM 06/11/09 - GENEVA (AP) - The World Health Organization declared a swine flu pandemic Thursday - the first global flu epidemic in 41 years - as infections in the United States, Europe, Australia, South America and elsewhere climbed to nearly 30,000 cases. (Full Story) |
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Asthma Rates Slightly Higher than National Average in Kentucky
Last Updated: 9:10 PM 06/09/09 - Asthma rates in Kentucky are slightly higher than the national average. (Full Story) |
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