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Latest Health News
Changes regarding rescheduling of Hydrocodone
On Friday, August 22, 2014, the DEA published the final rule in the Federal Register to rescheduling hydrocodone combination productis to Schedule II of the Controlled Subtances Act. The DEA's rationale for the move is to combat prescription drug abuse. As these drugs are currently in Schedule III, this will dramatically increase the restrictions on prescribing and dispensing practices for hydrocodone combinationi products. This rule went into effect October 6, 2014 at which time it will be regulated as a Schedule II drug under the CSA. Read more about this change here.
2013 Overdose Fatality Report
According to the Commonwealth of Kentucky, Justice and Public Safety Cabinet, Bell County ranked number 1 in overdose deaths per 100,000 people for 2013 in the State of Kentucky. The other top five counties in Kentucky included Clinton County, Breathitt County, Floyd County, Perry County and Harlan County. The report also indicates that a review of cases autopsied by the Kentucky Medical Examiner's office showed that Morphine was the most detected controlled substance in overdose deaths followed by Alprazolam (Xanax), heroin, hydrocodone and then oxycodone. You can find a copy of the report here.
Ebola and EV-D68
There are many questions regarding Ebola as well as EV-D68. We are recommending that should you have any questions regarding these two viruses, that you visit the CDC.gov website for the latest and up to date information.
Do you need health insurance?
As you know, many people are uninsured in Kentucky. If you are one of these people who need insurance, please make sure to visit KyNect.gov to see if you qualify for Medicaid or another insurance offered through the Affordable Care Act. Open enrollment for 2015 begins November 15, 2014 so get your information in now.
Cancer Screening
There are new guidelines regarding screening for certain types of cancer including breast, colon, and others. The latest recommended screening guides are listed on the American Cancer Society's Website. If you are not up to date with your cancer screenings, contact our office today and be PROACTIVE in your health!
