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Baptist Health Corbin encourages community to get flu shots, offers appointment-free vaccinations

CORBIN, Ky. (WKYT) - Baptist Health is reminding people of the importance of an annual flu shot and of opportunities to get vaccinated. In a news release, Lynn McArthur, the director of pharmacy at Baptist Health Corbin, said the flu can spread quickly once activity picks up, which is why people are encouraged to plan ahead and get vaccinated in September or October.

Corbin, KY · 09-09

mountain-topmedia.com

Democratic lawmakers announce ‘Medicaid Reality Check’ listening tour

FRANKFORT – With major changes to Medicaid approaching, Kentucky lawmakers are launching a four-city listening tour to hear directly from Kentuckians about the health coverage, care and services they depend on. “Medicaid Reality Check: A Health Care Listening Tour” will make stops in Lexington, Prestonsburg, Morehead and Louisville, bringing...

Kentucky · 09-08

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Lawmakers want to hear from Kentuckians who rely on Medicaid

The event is designed to allow community members to share personal stories about how Medicaid affects their lives and access to health care.

Kentucky · 09-08

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Lawmakers want to hear from Kentuckians who rely on Medicaid

Kentucky · 09-08

lexingtonky.news

Medicaid listening tour kicks off in Lexington Sept. 10

The Kentucky House Democratic Caucus and Kentucky Senate Democratic Caucus are hosting a Medicaid listening tour that kicks off in Lexington on Sept. 10. The first stop of “Medicaid Reality Check: A Health Care Listening Tour” will be held Thursday, Sept. 10, from 6-7:30 p.m. at Consolidated Baptist Church, 1625 Russell Cave Road in Lexington. The tour will continue in Prestonsburg on Sept. 17, Morehead on Sept. 22 and Louisville on Oct. 1. Full details are available at https://bit.ly/4xjlQ4R.

Lexington, KY · 09-07

spectrumnews1.com

Oz joins Barr in Kentucky to discuss Medicaid reform and rural healthcare

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Kentucky’s rural health care system was the focus of a national discussion Friday as Dr. Mehmet Oz, administrator for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, joined members of the state’s congressional delegation in Lexington to discuss federal funding, Medicaid reform and support for rural communities.

Kentucky · 09-06

LEX18 News

Dr. Oz visits Lexington amid Kentucky Medicaid concerns

Dr. Mehmet Oz, the U.S. administrator for Medicare and Medicaid Services, visited Lexington Friday afternoon as debates over Medicaid funding continue at both the federal and state levels.

Lexington, KY · 09-04

wymt.com

“Just a Band-Aid”: Clay County senior center faces another funding cut

CLAY COUNTY, Ky. (WYMT) - A year after senior citizen centers across Eastern Kentucky faced severe state funding cuts that were temporarily restored with emergency dollars, that budget battle has returned, and local centers are bracing for the impact. Carmen Roberts, director of the Clay County Senior Center, has served...

Clay County, KY · 09-03

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Dr. Oz says federal investment could help reshape Kentucky’s rural health care system

Congressman Andy Barr and Dr. Mehmet Oz sat down with health care professionals in Lexington Friday to discuss some of Kentucky's biggest health care challenges.

Kentucky · 09-04

LEX18 News

Dr. Mehmet Oz visits Lexington amid ongoing concerns over Medicaid cuts in Kentucky

Kentucky · 09-04

LEX18 News

Rabid dog confirmed in Lincoln County, health officials urge precautions

The Lincoln County Health Department is warning residents after a dog in the Moore's Lane/Hatcher Road area tested positive for rabies.

Lincoln County, KY · 09-03

pmg-ky2.com

Judge-Executive Daugherty and Marion County Fiscal Court Recognize National Health Center Week with Proclamation

LEBANON, Ky. — One Cross Community Health & Wellness joined Community Health Centers across the nation in celebrating National Health Center Week, August 2–8, 2026, with special recognition from Marion County Judge-Executive David Daugherty and the Marion County Fiscal Court. Judge-Executive Daugherty and the Fiscal Court issued an...

Marion County, KY · 09-02

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Kentucky Eye Institute adds ophthalmologist

Kentucky Eye Institute added David Greenburg, MD, a comprehensive ophthalmologist, to its physician team. Dr. Greenburg provides comprehensive medical and surgical eye care, with expertise in cataract surgery, refractive surgery, glaucoma laser procedures and anterior segment and oculoplastic procedures, according to an Aug. 31 news release shared with Becker’s.

Lexington, KY · 08-31

The Winchester Sun

Winchester Municipal Utilities takes home multiple awards

Winchester Municipal Utilities, widely recognized throughout Clark County and honored by the Winchester City Commission this month, delivered an impressive performance at the annual Kentucky/Tennessee Water Professionals Conference in Lexington. […]

Winchester, KY · 08-25

WTVQ

Lexington’s Home Instead program expands senior care access for veterans who can’t pay out of pocket

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Frank Richards leads a locally owned in-home senior care provider in Lexington. The work is personal for the president of Home Instead as his stepfather, a military veteran, has Alzheimer’s disease. “I’ve always wanted to have a sense of contributing in...

Lexington, KY · 08-22

wnky.com

Kentucky measles cases climb to 24 as health officials urge vaccination

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Kentucky’s measles outbreak continues to grow, with 24 cases now reported across seven counties, according to the Kentucky Department for Public Health. Twenty of the 24 cases were identified in recent days, state health officials said. Christian County has the most cases with 10,...

Kentucky · 08-21

LEX18 News

Lexington's Home Instead program expands senior care access for veterans

Frank Richards leads a locally owned in-home senior care provider in Lexington. The work is personal for the president of Home Instead as his stepfather, a military veteran, has Alzheimer's disease.

Lexington, KY · 08-21

Yahoo!

Kentucky’s best hospitals, ranked by US News & World Report

U.S. News & World Report released its latest rankings of the country's best hospitals, and 19 hospitals across Kentucky made the list. Two facilities in the Lexington and Louisville areas earned the top spot in the state for their specialties. Here are key takeaways:. St. Elizabeth Healthcare Edgewood-Covington Hospitals in...

Lexington, KY · 08-19

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