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Kansas law enforcement officers collecting unused medications
Unused medications will be collected by law enforcement officers across Kansas on Saturday, September 26th. There will be drop off sites from 10 a.m....
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Prevent falls and maintain independence
Janet Hackert, Nutrition and Health Education Specialist, Harrison County, University of Missouri Extension
Each year more than one-third of adults 65 years and older fall....
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From Harvest to Health: Apples
Low calorie apples are a dieter's dream — a medium apple is only about 80 calories! Apples are also a good source of fiber,...
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Move to private rooms at Via Christi Hospital St. Francis continues with opening of new general and bariatric surgery unit
Patients will move into the all-new 7SW general and bariatric surgery unit at Via Christi Hospital St. Francis on Monday, renovated as part of...
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Simple steps to combat ‘Super Lice’
(NAPSI)—School days can mean the unpleasant possibility of coming in contact with head lice—but you can protect your family. Here’s a look at the...
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Getting kids to eat fruits and vegetables
September is Fruits & Veggies – More Matters Month
Gina Lile, former Dietetic Intern, Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services; Karen Sherbondy, RD, LD,...
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Enjoy health benefits of avocados on National Guacamole Day
Melissa Bess, Nutrition and Health Education Specialist, Camden County, University of Missouri Extension
September 16 is known as National Guacamole Day. Guacamole can be healthy,...
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Kansas City man ordered to repay $5,000 for Medicaid fraud
A Kansas City man was ordered today to repay more than $5,000 to the Kansas Medicaid program after pleading guilty to Medicaid fraud-related charges,...
