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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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KYTC schedules KY 300 closure in Boyle County for drainage work
LEXINGTON, Ky. — The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has announced scheduled road closures on KY 300 in Boyle County for infrastructure maintenance work this week. The closure will affect motorists traveling through the area during daytime hours on April 16 and 17. KY 300 will be closed between mile points 0.0 and 3.0 on Thursday,…
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Overnight Lane Closures Planned for Paris Pike Under I-75 Bridge
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Contractors will temporarily close all lanes of Paris Pike in both directions overnight Tuesday under the Interstate 75 bridge to continue concrete bridge work for the ongoing I-75 widening project, according to a press release from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 7. The closure will begin at midnight Tuesday and all…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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…