Sarah Ladd
The Courier-Journal
Louisville, KY, United States
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Think you have an eating disorder? How to know and get help in Louisville
"If you think you have an eating disorder, the hardest thing to do is to reach out for help." Here's how to get help in Louisville, KY. → Read More
Louisville parents, beware: RSV hospitalizations for children spiking early this year
RSV is "a common respiratory virus that usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms" but in rare cases it can be fatal → Read More
World Health Organization says COVID's 'end is in sight.' Here's where Kentucky stands
The director of the World Health Organization reported the lowest number of weekly virus-related deaths since March 2020. → Read More
COVID forced Kentuckians into a 'baseline of anxiety.' How primary care providers can help
As the COVID-19 pandemic pushes anxiety and depression up nationwide, Kentucky primary care doctors see increases in patients needing treatment. → Read More
What Kentuckians should know about the new COVID-19 boosters targeting omicron
A new vaccine booster shot is coming to Kentucky as the omicron subvariants BA.5 and BA.4 continue to drive infections. → Read More
Life expectancy for Kentuckians just dropped. Here's why and what to know
The life expectancy at birth for Kentuckians dropped by 3.4 years from 2019-2021 in a decline that is being seen nationwide. → Read More
Kentucky could get FDA-approved COVID boosters to target omicron variants soon
Kentuckians could have access to updated COVID-19 vaccine booster shots that target the omicron variant and its subvariants as soon as next week. → Read More
How these dogs play a big role in healing Louisville hospital patients
Facility dogs are highly trained professionals who spend years learning how to be calm and comforting during emotionally charged times. → Read More
President Biden is taking Paxlovid for COVID. Here's what to know about the antiviral drug
As the COVID-19 subvariant BA.5 continues to race across the state and nation, Paxlovid is becoming a more common treatment. → Read More
PSA: Kentucky residents can call, text suicide prevention lifeline 988 starting Saturday
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, which includes calls and texts, will go live Saturday. It will link Kentuckians with local resources → Read More
Louisville monkeypox cases increase. Here's what to know about vaccines, disease spread
There were more than 8,000 monkeypox cases reported in 57 locations worldwide as of July 8, with 790 of those in the United States. → Read More
Feeling overwhelmed? Louisville therapist says these 8 daily habits can aid mental health
Taking care of your mental health is a job that requires constant, daily work, and it extends beyond therapy sessions. → Read More
Latest COVID-19 subvariant BA.5 is sweeping through Louisville. Here's what to know
The BA.5 subvariant of COVID-19's omicron variant is the dominant strain in Louisville's wastewater, data from June 30 shows. → Read More
Will Louisville employers help workers get access to abortion? Here's what they're saying
National companies like Kroger and Dick's Sporting Goods have announced reimbursements for employees who must travel for an abortion → Read More
Here's what to know about monkeypox now that Kentucky has a probable case
"The risk to the general public remains low," public health commissioner Dr. Steven Stack said in a statement on monkeypox in Kentucky. → Read More
Potential case of monkeypox reported in Kentucky pending CDC identification
Monkeypox is a rare virus that can begin much like the flu, including symptoms of fever, lymph node swelling and painful rashes rashes. → Read More
Cases of mysterious childhood hepatitis reported in 5 Kentucky counties
The World Health Organization has reported 650 probable cases of a mysterious form of hepatitis in kids from 33 countries between April 5 and May 26. → Read More
Louisville health director Moyer, leaving job for Humana, reflects on COVID fight and more
The doctor helped navigate the city through the explosion of COVID-19 and the subsequent vaccine effort. → Read More
Leapfrog rates hospitals from A to F. Here's how Louisville facilities ranked on 2022 list
The Leapfrog rankings come out twice a year and assign a letter grade to thousands of U.S. hospitals based a variety of patient-care issues. → Read More
A great hike often leads to a great overlook. Here are 5 to see at Kentucky State Parks
All of these hiking trails can be reached by car from Louisville, Kentucky in less than 4 hours. The beautiful overlooks at the end are just a plus. → Read More