Health Department director receives national honorDec 16, 2008 Dr. Rex Archer, director of the City of Kansas City, Mo., Health Department, was recently recognized by Research America.
Current Flu and Safety UpdatesNov 30, 2008 Current Flu and Safety Updates for the United States.
Kansas City Area health departments offer flu shotsNov 12, 2008 Flu shots are the best way to protect you and those around you from the flu. Those who get vaccinated for the flu are far less likely to get sick or give it to friends, family or coworkers.
Kansas City Metro Local Public Health AgenciesNov 7, 2008 The Kansas City region is served by 10 local health departments that work together to protect public health. These agencies help prevent disease, illness and injury, and positively impact the social, economic and environmental factors fundamental to good health.
Ervin Introduces Comprehensive Health Care InitiativeMar 28, 2008 It should be easier for many of the estimated 700,000 uninsured Missourians to afford health insurance and have a better idea of what health care goods and services cost under legislation sponsored by Rep. Doug Ervin (R-Holt).
Government Names 131 Worst Nursing HomesFeb 14, 2008 Missouri and Kansas Nursing Homes included, plus full list.
Most Dangerously Drunken CitiesDec 6, 2007 Kansas City, MO is 33, St. Louis, MO is 86 and Wichita, KS is 29.
New CDC Study Finds no Real Increase in Obesity Among Adults; But Levels Still HighNov 28, 2007 More than a third of U.S. adults - over 72 million people -- were obese in 2005-2006. This includes 33.3 percent of men and 35.3 percent of women. The figures show no statistically significant change from 2003-04, when 31.1 percent of men were obese and 33.2 percent of women were obese.
The Power of MoonbeamsSep 5, 2007 Interstellar Light Applications is making science fiction into science fact with the first project of its kind in world history.
KCMO Health Department investigating second probable case of West Nile VirusAug 9, 2007 The 10 local public health departments in the Greater Kansas City Area urge citizens to take precautions during this time to reduce their risk of exposure to West Nile Virus. Late summer to early fall is the peak season for West Nile exposure.
Advice for citizens affected by the shootings at the Ward Parkway Shopping CenterMay 1, 2007 Area mental health experts offer advice to citizens affected by the shootings at the Ward Parkway Shopping Center.
Lung association issues KC-area air quality reportMay 1, 2007 The American Lung Association released its State of the Air report for six counties in the Kansas City area Tuesday.
Critics Say Washington AA Chapter Is CultlikeApr 29, 2007 Recovering alcoholics say a Washington, D.C., group has hijacked the 12-step program's name.
Do you remember love?Apr 26, 2007 Excellent video of man's love for his pet.