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Bridal fashion show to benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure

Submitted by kkinley, Neighborhood Reporter
Friday, May 31st, 2013, 12:16pm
Bridal fashion show to benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure

COVINGTON, KY (FOX19) - “Your Bridal Show & Sale” will return this Sunday, June 2, to the Northern Kentucky Convention Center.  A portion of all proceeds will be donated to Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Greater Cincinnati Affiliate. 

Runway fashion shows, presented by David’s Bridal & Men’s Wearhouse will feature local breast cancer survivors modeling the latest in bridal fashions.  Survivors of all ages will model gowns for mothers, brides, and bridesmaids.

Brides-to-be will be able to plan their weddings and help in the fight against breast cancer all at the same show.

“Your Bridal Show and Sale,” Northern Kentucky Convention Center, Sunday, June the 2nd, 10am-5pm.  Tickets are $9.00 at the door.  Brides who pre-register at  www.yourbridalshow.com can enter for free.

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Free dental services to be offered in Burlington

Submitted by kkinley, Neighborhood Reporter
Friday, May 24th, 2013, 3:23pm
Free dental services to be offered in Burlington

BURLINGTON, KY (FOX19) -  Dentistry Plus and Smiles Plus Dental Care are set to participate in Free Dentistry Day and offer their services to residents.

People age 5 and up in the Burlington community can receive free services ranging from cleanings and extractions at the Dentistry Plus dental office located at 1779 Patrick Drive in Burlington on Friday, June 21.

The services will be offered  between 8 am and 3 pm to as many patients as possible. For more information, please call 859-689-2730 or visit www.freedentistryday.org. Patients will be accepted on a first come first served basis.

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NKY Health Department one of the first to receive National Accreditation

Submitted by kkinley, Neighborhood Reporter
Monday, March 4th, 2013, 5:19pm
NKY Health Department one of the first to receive National Accreditation

EDGEWOOD, KY (FOX19) - The Northern Kentucky Helath Department has received national accreditation through the Public Health Accreditation Board.

To receive accreditation status, the Health Department had to undergo a rigorous, multi-faceted, peer-reviewed assessment process.

“Northern Kentucky has a top-notch health department, and being among the first in the nation to achieve accreditation is a testament to the quality of services that we provide,” said Lynne M. Saddler, MD, MPH, District Director of Health. “The accreditation process helps to ensure that the programs and services we offer are responsive to the needs of our community. With accreditation, the Health Department is demonstrating increased accountability and credibility to the public, funders, elected officials and partner organizations with which we work; as well as working to achieve our vision of being a national leader in public health.”

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Kentucky Health Issues Poll: Higher income people report better health; more adults in poverty

Submitted by kkinley, Neighborhood Reporter
Tuesday, February 26th, 2013, 9:57am
Kentucky Health Issues Poll: Higher income people report better health; more adults in poverty

KY (FOX19) - Having health insurance is an important factor in being able to get needed health care. Since 2008, the Kentucky Health Issues Poll (KHIP) has been tracking health opinions and the health status of adults in the state. KHIP is funded by The Health Foundation of Greater Cincinnati and the Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky.

               Since KHIP began, people with higher incomes have consistently reported better health status. Nearly 6 in 10 Kentuckians living above 200% of the federal poverty level (FPL) reported being in “excellent” or “very good” health since 2008. This compares with about 2 in 10 Kentuckians living below 100% FPL and about 3 in 10 living between 100% and 200% FPL. Kentucky is not alone.

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Get fit for free on Fat Tuesday

Submitted by kkinley, Neighborhood Reporter
Sunday, February 10th, 2013, 4:00pm
Get fit for free on Fat Tuesday

(FOX19) - The YMCA of Greater Cincinnati is offering a healthy alternative to Fat Tuesday.

All 13 of the Greater Cincinnati YMCA locations will be offering free group exercise classes throughout the day on Tuesday, February 12.

Find the closest YMCA to your neighborhood by clicking here.

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Go Red for Women on Friday

Submitted by kkinley, Neighborhood Reporter
Thursday, January 31st, 2013, 6:22pm
Go Red for Women on Friday

(FOX19) - National Wear Red Day is February 1. Join this movement by wearing red and encouraging your family, friends, and coworkers to do the same.

Heart disease and stroke are the leading killers of women in the USA, and they kill more women than men each year. 

The American Heart Association is promoting Go Red for Women on Friday, February 1st to raise awareness of heart disease and stroke in women.

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Health Department working to make flu vaccine available in Boone County

Submitted by kkinley, Neighborhood Reporter
Tuesday, January 15th, 2013, 3:21pm
Health Department working to make flu vaccine available in Boone County

 

BOONE COUNTY, KY (FOX19) - With more than 1,000 cases and one death from flu reported in Northern Kentucky so far, the Northern Kentucky Health Department is emphasizing that it is important-and not too late-to seek out the flu vaccine, and sharing details of how Northern Kentucky residents can get vaccinated at the Health Department.

Flu vaccines, in shot form only, are available by appointment at the Health Department's county health centers. The Health Department is charging $20 for the vaccine, but no one will be turned away for inability to pay. 

Some may have the fees reduced and even eliminated through either a federal program providing vaccines to children; or for individuals covered by health insurance, Medicare or Medicaid.

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