Tag: health
KC Healthy Kids Receives $1M Donation from Yield Giving, Paving the Way for Enhanced Child Health Initiative
By Trish Svoboda KC Healthy Kids has announced they received a $1 million donation from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott, through her charity, Yield Giving. This gift
DCCCA and Healthy Blue Join Forces to Expand Naloxone Resources in Kansas
By Trish Svoboda DCCCA in collaboration with Healthy Blue is expanding naloxone, or Narcan, resources in Kansas, providing more access and distribution. This partnership aims
Kansas Health Institute Hosts Virtual Forum About RSV Vaccines
By Trish Svoboda Earlier this month, the Kansas Health Institute had a virtual forum about what RSV vaccines older folks may need, and the importance
Nominations Open for 2024 Health Champion Award
By Payton Tholstrup Every year, the Governor’s Council on Wellness recognizes one exceptional individual and one organization in Kansas that has promoted health and wellness
Cloud County Declares September as Recovery Month
By Payton Tholstrup Over 70,000 deaths caused from drug overdose occur every year in the United States. Nearly 21 million Americans have at least one
Heat Wave Hits North Central Kansas: Safety Tips To Keep In Mind
The National Weather Service Office in Topeka has issued a Heat Advisory for North Central Kansas from 1:00 p.m. Monday (today) to 9:00 p.m. Thursday,
River Valley District Will Hold Stay Strong, Stay Healthy Program in Concordia
This summer, River Valley Extension District will offer an eight-week program called Stay Strong, Stay Healthy. This is a strength training program created for older