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KYTC plans lane closure on New Circle Road for bridge repair
LEXINGTON, Ky. — The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) has announced a scheduled lane closure on New Circle Road (KY 4) in Fayette County on Wednesday, April 15 for bridge repair work, according to a KYTC District 7 press release. The closure will affect the right lane on the outer loop near mile point 18.8…
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Lexington Progress Projects Advance With Sound Walls, New Lanes
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Major infrastructure improvements are advancing on the Driving Lexington Progress project, a $168 million investment that includes new travel lanes, a redesigned interchange and long-awaited noise barriers for the Meadowthorpe neighborhood. Work is progressing along New Circle Road at Leestown, Interstate 75 and Newtown Pike to enhance safety and support the…
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Understanding High-Deductible Plans Key to Managing Health Costs
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Many Kentuckians are discovering the challenges of high-deductible health plans after choosing lower-cost insurance options, according to coverage from Kentucky Health News. An elementary school teacher who opted for a low-priced plan quickly realized she did not fully understand the financial implications for her family. “Once I got the insurance card,…
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How to make a high-deductible health plan work for you
By Jackie FortiérKFF Health NewsAn elementary school teacher chose a low-priced health insurance plan but soon realized she wasn’t clear about what it would mean for her family’s finances. When enhanced federal subsidies expired at the end of 2025, a lot of people buying their own health insurance on the state and federal exchanges…
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Free webinar on genetic counseling in cancer care scheduled for April 22
LEXINGTON, Ky. — The Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky is hosting a free webinar titled “Understanding Genetic Counseling in Cancer Care” on Wednesday, April 22, as part of its Health for a Change training series. The Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky, a nonprofit philanthropic organization based in Louisville, launched the Health for a Change…
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Free Health for a Change webinar: “Understanding Genetic Counseling in Cancer Care,” April 22
Kentucky Health News The Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky‘s next “Health for a Change” webinar is titled “Understanding Genetic Counseling in Cancer Care.” It will be Wednesday, April 22, at 1 p.m. E.T. Click here to register. Genetic counseling plays an important role in identifying cancer risk and helping patients and families make informed decisions…
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UK Doctor Explains How to Navigate Ultra-Processed Foods
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Supermarket aisles brimming with brightly colored packages of ready-to-eat meals and quick snacks have become a fixture of American grocery shopping, but navigating the choice between ultra-processed and minimally processed foods matters for long-term health, according to a health column published by Kentucky Health News. Dr. Michael Hall, a primary care…
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Health column: Ultra-processed vs. minimally processed foods: What’s the difference?
By Dr. Michael HallUniversity of Kentucky Walk into any grocery store, and you’ll see it: aisles filled with brightly colored packages containing ready-to-eat meals, quick snacks and flavored drinks — often billed as “healthy.” They save time. They’re affordable. And they taste great. But they also fall into a category of foods that research…
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DEA Drug Take Back Day set for Saturday in Lexington area
LEXINGTON, Ky. — The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration will host the 30th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 25, providing residents with a safe, anonymous way to dispose of expired and unused medications. According to Kentucky Health News, the event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at nearly 4,200 locations…
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Drug take back day scheduled for April 25
Kentucky Health News In partnership with local law enforcement, National Prescription Drug Take Back Day acts as a reminder to get rid of any unused or expired medication. The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration holds this event every April and October. This year’s 30th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day will fall on Saturday, April…