KDHE awards CDRR community grants
TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment’s (KDHE) Community Health Promotion program is pleased to announce that the recipients of this year’s Chronic Disease Risk Reduction (CDRR) community grant.
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Washburn works with the KBI to create new degree program
TOPEKA - Crime shows often depict investigators in lab coats, but it is not just Hollywood staging.
Kansas nursing home owners say they can’t afford to hire more staff. Advocates say it’s essential
BY ROSE CONLONKMUW/Kansas News Service A landmark federal staffing mandate has prompted fierce disagreement between resident advocates and the nursing home industry. The call came… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Two drugmakers file lawsuits to block Kansas’ attempt to tinker with discount drug program
BY TIM CARPENTER Kansas Reflector Cases raise questions about alleged violations of state, federal constitutions TOPEKA — The Kansas Legislature and Gov. Laura Kelly adopted… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
ASKING ERIC: Destination wedding leaves old friends adrift
Dear Eric: My husband and I recently attended a destination wedding 1,500 miles away for the daughter of friends we have known for more than 50 years.
Proposed first-ever federal standards for maternal care met with mixed response from hospitals
BY KELCIE MOSELEY-MORRISStates Newsroom As part of President Joe Biden’s initiative to reduce maternal mortality rates and improve health outcomes in underserved communities, the Centers… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
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SENIOR CENTER PITCHRobin McLinn won high in two tables of Senior Center Pitch on July 7 at the Senior Center of Finney County.
Tips to have a safe, healthy summer
Summer is a great time to try new activities and get outdoors, but the season also brings with it unique risks, according to medical experts.“Regardless of where you are in your fitness journey, the warm weather months offer opportunities to reevaluate your wellness goals for the remainder of the year.
After Trump assassination attempt, Secret Service comes under heavy criticism
BY SHAUNEEN MIRANDAStates Newsroom WASHINGTON — As the nation reels from the attempted assassination against former President Donald J. Trump and the Secret Service comes… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Jungle Run IX draws crowd, over 100 vehicles participants
The annual Jungle Run IX auto show filled the West Green at Lee Richardson Zoo Saturday with over 100 vehicle entries of various ages from… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close