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Study: KY Better Prepared for Disasters, Disease

Study: KY Better Prepared for Disasters, Disease
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By Kentucky News Network
Apr. 17, 2018 | LOUISVILLE, KY
By Kentucky News Network Apr. 17, 2018 | 09:22 PM | LOUISVILLE, KY
Kentucky has improved its ability to deal with natural disasters and disease outbreaks, according to a new study.  
 
The goal of the National Health Security Preparedness Index is to track progress in preparing for, responding to and recovering from the health impact of disasters, disease outbreaks and terrorist attacks.  
 
Kentucky ranked 7.1 out of 10 in the 2018 index, the same as the nation.  
 
The state ranked above the national average in some categories, including health security surveillance, defined as the ability to detect and monitor health threats.  
 
However, Kentucky slipped in a ranking of its ability to maintain the security and safety of water supplies.  
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