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More Kentucky kids struggle with obesity, poor nutrition
BY NADIA RAMLAGAN PUBLIC NEWS SERVICE In Kentucky, nearly one in five youths from ages 6-17 are obese, according to new county-level data on measures of child well-being in the Commonwealth. The increase mirrors a nationwide trend. There has been a more than 270% increase in the number of obese children compared to the 1970s.
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Headed to the water? Wear a swimsuit with colors that are easy to see
BY SHERRI HANNAN UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY The temperature is rising, and everyone is heading to the pool, lake or beach to cool off. But did you know the color of your swimsuit plays a big part in water safety? And that drowning rarely looks like how it is represented on television and in motion pictures?
