Kentucky Doctors Lead Health Change | Lexington News

Lexington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 3, 2026 · 1m

Kentucky’s doctors just won a national communications award for their bold “Small STEPS, Big Impact” campaign — turning health advice into bite-sized wins that reached 4 million people. By training 400+ physicians to be health ambassadors and focusing on five key areas (Screenings, Tobacco, Exercise, Nutrition, Stress), they empowered patients to make lasting changes — one step at a time. This two-year effort didn’t just spread awareness; it built trust, connected Kentuckians with resources, and proved that clear, doctor-led messaging can drive real public health progress. Listen in…