Kentucky

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Kentucky (kɪnˈtʌki)

Kentucky, officially the Commonwealth of Kentucky, is a state located in the East South Central region of the United States.

Etymology

The name "Kentucky" is of native American origin and has been attributed to several languages with several possible meanings, including "land of tomorrow", "meadow lands" and "cane and turkey lands".

Related Terms

  • Commonwealth (U.S. state): Kentucky is one of four U.S. states officially known as a "commonwealth". The term is used to refer to a state in which the supreme power is vested in the people.
  • East South Central States: This is a division of the United States as defined by the United States Census Bureau. It includes Kentucky, Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee.
  • United States: The country in which Kentucky is located.

Health in Kentucky

Health in Kentucky refers to the overall health and well-being of the residents of the state of Kentucky.

Related Terms

  • Public Health: The science and art of preventing disease, prolonging life, and promoting health through the organized efforts and informed choices of society, organizations, public and private, communities and individuals.
  • Healthcare in the United States: The provision of health care services in the United States, including its various components and issues.

Medical Facilities in Kentucky

Kentucky is home to several renowned medical facilities that provide a range of healthcare services to its residents.

Related Terms

  • Hospital: An institution providing medical and surgical treatment and nursing care for sick or injured people.
  • Healthcare Services: The range of services provided by hospitals and other health care establishments to individuals who require immediate medical attention.

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