Monday, October 03, 2005

Kentucky takes only 'baby steps' on health

Health problems caused by smoking and obesity kill thousands of Kentuckians annually and cost billions of dollars in medical care, yet the state until recently has done little in response.

Click here for this article from the Courier-Journal (10/2/05).

Fletcher links health, Kentucky prosperity

To be more prosperous, the state must get healthier, Gov. Ernie Fletcher told health leaders at a conference in Louisville yesterday.

Click here for this article from the Courier-Journal (10/2/05).