Morgan Watkins
Health ReporterMorgan is WFPL's health reporter. Email Morgan at mwatkins@lpm.org.
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Senate Bill 150 set new rules for sex education in Kentucky public schools. As a result, the state is reassessing its academic standards for health and physical education. -
This week’s federal approval of a medication called lecanemab — the brand name for which is Leqembi — represents a watershed moment for treating Alzheimer’s disease. -
Mental health experts say the aftermath of a mass shooting brings up complex feelings, but finding community can help people cope. -
Fentanyl test strips have technically been illegal under state law, but House Bill 353 changes that. As a result, more community organizations are expected to start distributing them. -
Fentanyl test strips count as illegal drug paraphernalia under Kentucky law. A proposed bill would change that and expand access to them to prevent overdoses. -
Experts warn that blocking access to these health care services will endanger the mental health – and ultimately the lives – of trans and nonbinary children.
