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Kentucky county mourns its judge-executive, who led in floods, storms, COVID-19

Breathitt County Judge-Executive Jeff Noble, who died Thursday in his second term, guided the people of Breathitt County through floods, storms and COVID-19. Noble, 65, who died after a six-year battle with cancer, was remembered Saturday by Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear for his leadership. "The loss of Breathitt County Judge/Executive...

Breathitt County, KY · 25d
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UK HealthCare breaks ground on $275M Hamburg East complex to bring specialty care closer to Lexington, Eastern Kentucky

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - City and state leaders joined University of Kentucky and UK HealthCare officials Thursday to break ground on a major new medical complex at Hamburg East – a project they say will expand access to specialty and primary care for families across Lexington and Eastern Kentucky.

Lexington, KY · 28d
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Kentucky measles outbreak surpasses 150 cases, health officials urge vaccination

Kentucky's measles outbreak continues to spread, with 157 confirmed cases reported across 13 counties as of Wednesday, according to the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services.

Kentucky · 29d

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Measles cases reach triple digits Kentucky, health department encourages vaccinations as 3 cases reported in Caldwell

CALDWELL COUNTY, Ky. — Kentucky’s summer measles outbreak has reached triple digits, with 157 reported cases as of Oct. 14, according to newly released figures. That number has risen by more than 50 cases from last week, with most new cases connected to a recently identified outbreak in Laurel County.

Caldwell County, KY · 28d
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Medicaid cuts from the One Big Beautiful Bill are already affecting children

Two Berea mothers say losing coverage, even temporarily, puts critical care and services for their children at risk.

Kentucky · 10-08

The Advocate-Messenger

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Ephraim McDowell Health Care Foundation invites community to support cancer patients close to home

DANVILLE, Ky. — This October, the Ephraim McDowell Health Care Foundation is recognizing Breast Cancer Awareness Month by bringing the community together to support patients receiving cancer care close to […]

Danville, KY · 10-07

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Spring View Hospital Honored with Rising Star Award from Stroke Care Network

Lebanon, KY [September 29, 2026] — The UK HealthCare & Norton Healthcare Stroke Care Network (SCN), a collaborative of over 40 hospitals working to advance stroke care across the region, proudly announces Spring View Hospital as the recipient of the 2026 Rising Star Award. This award recognizes exceptional leadership in implementing evidence-based stroke care standards and advancing program development.

Lebanon, KY · 10-07

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Kentucky families of children with disabilities say they’ve lost Medicaid coverage after federal changes

RICHMOND, Ky. (WKYT) — Two Richmond mothers say their children with disabilities have lost Medicaid coverage following federal changes to the program. Raelynn Gammell, 9, was born with VACTERL association, a condition that impacts many of her body’s systems. She is legally disabled and has historically always qualified for Medicaid.

Kentucky · 10-02

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Richmond mother of children with autism talk about impact of high health care costs

Richmond mother of children with autism talk about impact of high health care costs.

Richmond, KY · 10-02

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Kentucky lawmakers take a closer look at the state’s Medicaid program

Kentucky lawmakers met in Frankfort to review the state Medicaid program, focusing on governing plans, funding pressures, legislative oversight, and major policy changes expected to begin in 2027. The September meeting followed months of debate over Medicaid financing, provider reimbursement, and new federal requirements that will reshape eligibility and administration...

Kentucky · 10-01

WKYT

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Kentucky families of children with disabilities say they’ve lost Medicaid coverage after federal changes

Kentucky · 10-02

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Kentucky flu cases trending up as health departments stock up on vaccines

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Flu season is just getting started in Kentucky. The Franklin County Health Department says its influenza vaccine supply arrived a little late this year, but its stockpile is in good shape. Statewide flu numbers are trending up slightly, while COVID-19 cases are flattening out after an earlier increase.

Kentucky · 10-02

Kentucky Lantern

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Kentucky’s newest medical school aims to keep doctors in state

This story was first published in The Edge. Doctors who train in Kentucky will practice in Kentucky. That’s the thinking behind Eastern Kentucky University’s plan to build a medical school at its main campus in Richmond to help address a shortage of primary care and other physicians statewide. The first class of EKU-trained doctors is […]

Kentucky · 09-25

The Hazard Herald

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Medicaid listening tour continues in Prestonsburg

Four legislators visited Prestonsburg on Sept. 17 to share information on how Medicaid eligibility and work requirements will soon change as part of a “Medicaid Reality Check” listening tour held across the state. Three other cities hosted the tour, including Lexington, Louisville and Morehead. Available for comment at...

Prestonsburg, KY · 09-26

FOX 56

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Kentucky lawmakers meet to review state Medicaid program

Kentucky lawmakers met in Frankfort to review the state's Medicaid program following months of disagreement over funding and higher-than-expected revenue forecasts.

Kentucky · 09-24

Paintsville Herald

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Medicaid listening tour continues in Prestonsburg

Four legislators visited Prestonsburg on Sept. 17 to share information on how Medicaid eligibility and work requirements will soon change as part of a “Medicaid Reality Check” listening tour held across the state. Three other cities hosted the tour, including Lexington, Louisville and Morehead. Available for comment at...

Prestonsburg, KY · 09-26

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Kentucky’s newest medical school aims to keep doctors in state

This story was first published in The Edge. Doctors who train in Kentucky will practice in Kentucky. That’s the thinking behind Eastern Kentucky University’s plan to build a medical school at its main campus in Richmond to help address a shortage of primary care and other physicians statewide. The first class of EKU-trained doctors is expected to graduate in the Fall of 2035.

Kentucky · 09-25

FOX 56

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Shriners Children’s Lexington hosting teddy bear clinic in hopes of easing medical fears

Shriners Children's Lexington is hosting a Teddy Bear Clinic on Saturday to lessen medical fears and inspire a new generation of learners in the medical field.

Lexington, KY · 09-17

The Advocate-Messenger

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Heritage board approves hospital demolition

DANVILLE, Ky. — The Danville Architectural Heritage Board approved the demolition of Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center’s North Tower as the hospital prepares for a major expansion of its downtown […]

Danville, KY · 09-14