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.
Liberty Hospital opens new unit, increases bed count to 245Nov 28, 2007 he new 2 West unit will serve as a general medical/surgical overflow unit, with the additional capability of handling extra OB patients when the hospital's Birthing Center is full.
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.
How to Reduce Your Risk of Cancer By HalfMar 29, 2007 I came across this absolutely vital information while researching my new book called, Dark Deception.
Kansas City Women's Triathlon coming in AugustMar 7, 2007 Smithville Lake (Sailboat Cove), Missouri (Clay County)