Kentucky Diseases News

Kentucky Officials Investigate DIPG Case Increase

State health authorities are reviewing a rise in rare brain cancer diagnoses across the eastern region of the state.

Dr. Douglas Flora co-founded TensorBlack to help clinicians navigate artificial intelligence in cancer care.

Live Poll

Do you support mandatory vaccinations to prevent outbreaks of contagious diseases in your community?

State health officials report 201 total cases and 11 hospitalizations as infections spread throughout 2026.

Live Poll

Should local schools prioritize teaching students lifesaving skills like CPR and stroke recognition?

Students across Kentucky are learning CPR and stroke recognition through American Heart Association initiatives.

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Should states prioritize funding for local residential care facilities for children with severe autism?

State legislation aims to improve residential resources for children with complex autism needs by 2026.

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Should your local government prioritize funding disease prevention over reactive emergency hospital care?

The five-part investigation examines the significant financial and public health impact of asthma across Kentucky.