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    May 8, 2013 |Story| Winchester Sun

  1. Catalent Pharma Solutions project may create 30 jobs in Winchester

    The Winchester-Clark County Planning Commission unanimously approved a final development plan for a proposed expansion to Catalent Pharma Solutions Tuesday evening.
    The Winchester-Clark County Planning Commission unanimously approved a final development plan for a proposed expansion to Catalent Pharma Solutions Tuesday evening. Located at 1100 Enterprise Drive in the Winchester Industrial Park, Catalent...

    Tags: Pharmaceuticals, Chemical Industry

    2. Jan 5, 2013 |Story| AM News

  2. Doctors, patients struggling with Kentucky's privatized Medicaid system

    Much of the country is reveling in the changes affecting doctors and patients due to the Affordable Care Act, commonly referred to as “Obamacare.” However, many Kentucky hospitals and doctors — and consequently their patients — are struggling with changes made in the Medicaid system before Obamacare was approved.
    kpeek@amnews.com
    Much of the country is reveling in the changes affecting doctors and patients due to the Affordable Care Act, commonly referred to as “Obamacare.” However, many Kentucky hospitals and doctors — and consequently their patients — are...

    Tags: Politics, Steve Beshear, Collective Contract, Hospitals and Clinics, Government

    3. Jun 23, 2012 |Story| Winchester Sun

  3. Mild winter means plenty of mosquitoes, fleas and ticks

    As a veterinarian, it never ceases to amaze me how medical technology has changed during the past 22 years. Certainly, one area of improvement that has been astounding is the development of newer external parasite control medications.
    As a veterinarian, it never ceases to amaze me how medical technology has changed during the past 22 years. Certainly, one area of improvement that has been astounding is the development of newer external parasite control medications. Once again, the...

    Tags: Health, Lyme Disease, Science and Technology, Allergies, Blood

    4. Apr 7, 2012 |Story| AM News

  4. YOUR HEALTH: Proper medication disposal is important; 'Take Back Initiative' planned April 28

    Unused prescription medications can accumulate around the house for a multitude of reasons, including: needed medication no longer being required, dosage changes, and adverse drug reactions. These unused medications pose a significant safety hazard. The three main concerns are accidental ingestion of the drug, the potential for drug diversion, and hazard to the environment if not disposed of correctly.
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    Unused prescription medications can accumulate around the house for a multitude of reasons, including: needed medication no longer being required, dosage changes, and adverse drug reactions. These unused medications pose a significant safety hazard. The...

    Tags: Pharmaceuticals, Health, Hospitals and Clinics, Chemical Industry, Walnuts

    5. Feb 27, 2012 |Story| Winchester Sun

  5. Bills seek to protect Kentucky families

    FRANKFORT — After a slow start, a number of bills introduced to protect Kentucky families from runaway government spending, substance abuse related crimes and to restrain government spending began moving through the Kentucky Legislature this week.
    FRANKFORT — After a slow start, a number of bills introduced to protect Kentucky families from runaway government spending, substance abuse related crimes and to restrain government spending began moving through the Kentucky Legislature this week....

    Tags: OxyContin (drug), Politics, Substance Abuse, Republican Party, Vicodin (drug)

    6. Jun 16, 2011 |Story| Winchester Sun

  6. FDA study finding carcinogen in chicken worries chicken farmer

    About a month ago, Jeannie and Doug Naselroad of Cole Road began raising chickens for eggs in their backyard.
    About a month ago, Jeannie and Doug Naselroad of Cole Road began raising chickens for eggs in their backyard. On Tuesday, eight tetra tints (referred to as Easter chickens for their pastel eggs) played a “game of football,” as Jeannie calls...

    Tags: Alpharma Incorporated, Cancer, Health, Livestock Farming, Agriculture

    7. Jul 9, 2011 |Story| AM News

  7. Vaccination Debate: As Kentucky requires more immunizations, a Danville mom blames shot for son's debilitation

    Conflicting labels are stuck to vaccines — villainous and vital. The majority of Americans credit Edward Jenner’s innovations with preventing countless Americans from getting measles, mumps, rubella, polio and other once-prevalent diseases. 
    msimpson@amnews.com
    Conflicting labels are stuck to vaccines — villainous and vital. The majority of Americans credit Edward Jenner’s innovations with preventing countless Americans from getting measles, mumps, rubella, polio and other once-prevalent diseases. ...

    Tags: Health, Politics, Physical Therapy, Health Organizations, Human Body

    8. Oct 19, 2011 |Story| Jessamine Journal

  8. Unprescribed 'decorative' contact lenses for Halloween can be dangerous

    When ghosts, pirates and superheroes knock on your door Oct. 31, some may be looking through a dangerous accessory as they seek sugary treats.
    jkleppinger@jessaminejournal.com
    When ghosts, pirates and superheroes knock on your door Oct. 31, some may be looking through a dangerous accessory as they seek sugary treats. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warns that decorative contact lenses, popular Halloween costume...

    Tags: Mergers, Acquisitions and Takeovers, Halloween, Safety of Citizens, Politics, Halloween Contact Lenses

    9. Oct 24, 2011 |Story| Winchester Sun

  9. Dropoff boxes for drugs in place

    Residents of Winchester and Clark County now have a permanent safe place to dispose of their expired or unwanted prescription drugs.
    Residents of Winchester and Clark County now have a permanent safe place to dispose of their expired or unwanted prescription drugs. Through the efforts of the Clark County Agency for Substance Abuse Policy, two drop boxes have been placed at the...

    Tags: Pharmaceuticals, Water Supply, Substance Abuse, Chemical Industry, Behavioral Conditions

    10. Oct 25, 2011 |Story| AM News

  10. Use antimicrobials safely

    Cattle — as well as sheep and goat — producers and their veterinarians understand the need for effective antimicrobials and vaccines for the health of their herds. Animal drugs are carefully regulated by the Food and Drug Administration to protect the food supply from residues in meat and milk.
    Cattle — as well as sheep and goat — producers and their veterinarians understand the need for effective antimicrobials and vaccines for the health of their herds. Animal drugs are carefully regulated by the Food and Drug Administration to...

    Tags: Mergers, Acquisitions and Takeovers, Health, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Vaccines, Drugs and Medicines

    11. Nov 2, 2011 |Story| Winchester Sun

  11. Drug firm expansion approved by planners

    The Winchester-Clark County Planning Commission unanimously approved a proposed expansion for Catalent Pharma Solutions at Tuesday’s regular meeting.
    The Winchester-Clark County Planning Commission unanimously approved a proposed expansion for Catalent Pharma Solutions at Tuesday’s regular meeting. Commissioner Steve Berryman made the motion to approve the preliminary development plan, citing...

    Tags: Pharmaceuticals, Seizures, Chemical Industry, Drugs and Medicines

    12. Nov 18, 2011 |Story| Winchester Sun

  12. Local authorities examining 'legal weed'

    Authorities in Clark County are cracking down on local stores that carry increasingly popular products known as “legal weed.”  
    Authorities in Clark County are cracking down on local stores that carry increasingly popular products known as “legal weed.”   Described in Kentucky statutes as synthetic cannabis, these are psychoactive herbal and chemical products that...

    Tags: Health, Laws, YouTube, Substance Abuse, Media Industry

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