CATEGORY
Health
Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System observes National Farm Safety and Health Week
Editor -
By: Ken Johnson, Interim President and CEO
The service area for Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System is largely rural in population and ranks as one of...
Use MyPlate to pack a healthy school lunch
Tammy Roberts, MS, RD, LD, Nutrition and Health Education Specialist, Bates County, University of Missouri Extension
The school year is in full swing and this...
Give me more of the good fat
K-State -
New research from K-State suggests consumers may prefer beef enhanced by important omega-3 fatty acids.
MANHATTAN, Kan. – Many people know that omega-3 fatty acids...
Kansas law enforcement officers collecting unused medications
Editor -
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....
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....
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,...
Move to private rooms at Via Christi Hospital St. Francis continues with opening of new general and bariatric surgery unit
Editor -
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...
Simple steps to combat ‘Super Lice’
Editor -
(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...
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,...
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,...