University of Kentucky researchers study medical cannabis for late-stage dementia patients
Researchers at the University of Kentucky are in on a clinical trial on the use of medical cannabis for late-stage dementia patients. As research continues, those involved say this would be a game changer,
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Easing agitation and fear: UK researchers study cannabis for late-stage dementia
Researchers at the University of Kentucky are part of a groundbreaking clinical trial exploring the use of medical marijuana in managing symptoms of late-stage dementia.
RFK Jr. disparaged vaccines dozens of times in recent years and misled on race
Kennedy Jr., President Trump's pick for health secretary, has falsely linked vaccines to autism and argued people should have separate vaccination schedules based on their race.
What do Trump’s executive orders mean for Kentucky colleges? Here’s what we know so far
Two executive orders could have direct impact on higher education in Kentucky: An order to pause and investigate federal spending, and an order aimed at dismantling diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.
The $8 Billion Children’s Vaccine Fund Kennedy Would Oversee
If confirmed by the Senate to be the nation’s health secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. would have vast powers over immunization policies for children and adults.
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Testing shows fish from Ohio River had safe levels of contaminants
Fish caught by Humana Community Day and other volunteer citizen scientists at a Participatory Science Fishing Day at the Falls of the Ohio State Park in
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Ky lawmaker behind bill limiting blood donations from COVID-vaccinated people says it was an error
The bill's sponsor said that restriction was “an error,” and that she intends to change it if it were to move forward in the legislature.
RFK Jr.’s thorniest issue — vaccines — recedes from view as he takes the hot seat
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is best known as a vaccine skeptic but the Trump team has curbed his most polarizing views ahead of his high-stakes Senate confirmation hearing to lead the Department of Health and Human Services.
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Medical cannabis studied for late-stage dementia patients
As research continues, those involved say this would be a game changer, especially for patients with very limited options.
Researchers studying whether medical cannabis could help late-stage dementia patients
As research continues, those involved say this would be a game changer, especially for patients with very limited options.
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FDA bans Red Dye No. 3 from foods, drugs, beverages; lauded as win for public health
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has banned Red Dye No. 3 from food, beverages and drugs. The Center for Science in the Public Interest, which brought the petition to ban red No.
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Mother seeks investigation of Vivitrol’s use in Kentucky
Striving to stay sober, Hal Pyzyna succeeded for nearly a decade until the COVID-19 pandemic struck in 2020 — the stress causing him to relapse into drug use, said his