It’s one of many reasons why Kentucky is one of four states ranked high for respiratory illness activity by the CDC. “Kentucky has been hard hit for a little while. I think it

Influenza is high across the country and Kentucky is among the states affected. Here's what we know about how long flu lasts, medicines, shots and more.

If you’ve been coughing, sniffling, or feeling downright awful, you’re certainly not alone. In fact, the CDC reports respiratory illness activity is high across the country. It’s especially high in the Commonwealth.

Kentucky in the very high category for influenza-like illnesses among other states like Ohio, Arkansas, Florida, Texas and more.

While Kentucky ranks seventh highest for overdose deaths nationwide, according to the CDC, recent progress — including a 20% decrease in overdose deaths from June 2023 to June 2024 — shows we are turning a corner in the fight against the opioid crisis.

When broken down by state, most of the country is experiencing elevated respiratory illness, including a few states with “very high” ratings that act as national hotspots, CDC data shows.

As temperatures drop, illness is rising. A map from the CDC shows Kentucky as "very high" for flu like infections.

A number of states are seeing a spike in hospital visits caused by respiratory illnesses as we enter the New Year.

Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio and Wisconsin had the highest rates, with 9.2 percent of tests coming back positive.