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94.3 the Wolf Country That'll Make You Howl!
Tim McGraw - Red Ragtop
One of my favorites 😍
Nathan J.
Keith Whitley - When You Say Nothing At All
To the one that change everything. She knows who she is. Looking forward to the rest of our lives together.
Judith Miller
Montgomery Gentry - What Do Ya Think About That
For all of us out in the country! Thank God we don't have neighbors.
KDPH warns of whooping cough dangers after second infant death reported
State health officials are reminding residents of the importance of vaccination after an additional death from whooping cough was reported.
The Kentucky Department for Public Health announced this week that two infants have died from pertussis, more commonly known as whooping cough, in the commonwealth in the last six months.
According to a release from the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, whooping cough is a very contagious respiratory illness. Symptoms vary based on age and vaccination status, but they typically begin with a runny or congested nose and mild coughing. This can develop into rapid, violent coughing fits that can cause a whooping sound, along with vomiting and labored breathing.
Health officials in July of last year said whooping cough cases began increasing to levels not seen in over a decade, with 543 cases reported in 2024. 247 cases have been reported so far this year, and officials anticipate cases will continue to increase into the summer and fall.
The KDPH is emphasizing the importance of vaccination against whooping cough, especially for mothers during pregnancy and for all infants beginning at two months. The Lincoln Trail District Health Department offers DTaP vaccinations at all of their health centers. Contact the health department or your primary care provider for more information on vaccines.
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