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Probing Prescription Drug Abuse

Learn about prescription drug abuse in Kentucky from three people on the front lines: a drug treatment counselor, a narcotics detective, and a prevention specialist. Recovering addicts discuss how they first became involved with prescription drugs, how they obtained them, and what finally led them to treatment. Experts will highlight the most promising strategies for dealing with this problem.
Season 1 Episode 3 Length 58:51 Premiere: 11/07/11

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Season 1 Episodes

Probing Prescription Drug Abuse

S1 E3 Length 58:51 Premiere Date 11/07/11

Erasing The Stigma of Mental Illness
S1 E2 Length 58:45 Premiere Date 10/23/11

The New Face of Diabetes
S1 E1 Length 55:03 Premiere Date 09/11/11

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Champions of Children's Health

Premiered On: 10/21/2013

This program features innovative and effective strategies for improving the well-being of Kentucky's children including Better Bites, an initiative to transform snack bars in the Lexington area; and HANDS (Health Access Nurturing Development Services), a state-sponsored program that provides support and information about child development to new parents.

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Sleepless in Kentucky

Premiered On: 08/25/2014

Host Renee Shaw and guests look at the importance of sleep to our overall health, examine sleep disorders like sleep apnea, and discuss how "screens" are leading to more restless nights.

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Easing the Burden of Asthma

Premiered On: 09/29/2014

This program explores the common myths and misunderstandings about asthma and looks at efforts across the state to better educate those living with this condition.

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The Heroin Epidemic: Kentucky Fights Back

Premiered On: 10/27/2014

Heroin use is sky-rocketing in certain areas of Kentucky. Host Renee Shaw and guests share how concerned communities are coming together to save lives, expand treatment options, and prevent others from falling into the grip of this highly dangerous and addictive drug.

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Clearing the Smoke

Premiered On: 10/19/2015

Kentucky has the second highest smoking rate in the entire country. This episode looks at the policies, programs and community solutions needed to reduce our dependence on tobacco and create a healthier Kentucky.

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Healthy Competition: How County Health Rankings are Catalyzing Change - S3 E2

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When Children are Cruel - S3 E1

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Citizens Taking Charge - S2 E3

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No Health Without Mental Health - S2 E2

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