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Ruth Ramsey Honored by Kansas City Medical Society
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Ruth Ramsey Honored by Kansas City Medical Society

17 Nov 2021

Ruth Ramsey, publisher of Our Health MattersTM received the 2021 Friend of Medicine Award from the Kansas City Medical Society, the association of physicians across greater Kansas City. The Friend of Medicine Award recognizes a non-physician for outstanding service to medicine. “Since 2005, Our Health Matters has provided valuable preventive ... Read More »

Caregivers Community Resource Guide
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Caregivers Community Resource Guide

09 Nov 2021

Jim Nunnelly, radio host of Plain Talk About Diabetes, Our Health MattersTM and AARP Kansas City thank those who participated in developing the first Caregivers Community Resource Guide. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE DIGITAL CAREGIVERS COMMUNITY RESOURCE GUIDE Join us in thanking some of the community partners who started the conversation ... Read More »

HOPE, LOVE, COURAGE
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HOPE, LOVE, COURAGE

30 Sep 2021

We salute cancer SURVIVORS for their determination to fight cancer. And for displaying resiliency that inspires others! Advances in early detection and personalized cancer treatment have produced millions of cancer survivors and more people living longer with cancer. For those living with cancer, stay strong and know that you are ... Read More »

Our Healthy KC Eastside
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Our Healthy KC Eastside

30 Sep 2021

Our Healthy KC Eastside, or OHKCE, is striving to reduce the burden of COVID-19 and chronic diseases in Kansas City, Missouri’s Eastside. Walk-In clinics and Pop-up Vaccination Clinic Events. Make Plans To Get Vaccinated Today!   Read More »

Should My Kids Get the HPV Vaccine?
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Should My Kids Get the HPV Vaccine?

30 Sep 2021

By Tenille L. Lawson. PharmD, BCPS Medical Writer  Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). HPV is responsible for causing certain types of cancers and genital warts. The CDC recommends vaccination for pre-teens to protect ... Read More »

Medicaid Insurance Available for More Adults — Find Out If You Qualify
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Medicaid Insurance Available for More Adults — Find Out If You Qualify

30 Sep 2021

Mark is one of many who are now eligible to apply for MO HealthNet Medicaid insurance. Everyone deserves access to quality healthcare and resources that enable them to get the medical attention they need. In August of 2020 the ballot issue for Medicaid Expansion that increased the income eligible amount ... Read More »

Why Some Keep Their Cancer Diagnosis Secret
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Why Some Keep Their Cancer Diagnosis Secret

30 Sep 2021

The reasons may (or may not) surprise you. By Jeanene Dunn, OHM Staff Writer It’s hard to believe that anyone would keep a cancer diagnosis a secret, especially from their closest loved ones. It is not the norm, but it does happen. Retired mental health nurse, Nancy, shares a couple ... Read More »

Personalized Medicine Shows Promise in Treating Some Cancers
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Personalized Medicine Shows Promise in Treating Some Cancers

30 Sep 2021

October is Cancer Awareness Month. Thousands of cancer survivors are celebrating more “Birthdays” and know they are blessed to have benefited from advancements in personalized cancer medicine and treatment. We should applaud scientists, researchers and cancer medical specialists for their relentless drive to find cures and treatments for all types ... Read More »

The Lack of Affordable Housing — State of Emergency
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The Lack of Affordable Housing — State of Emergency

09 Aug 2021

    By Emmet Pierson, Jr., President & CEO Community Builders of Kansas City     Coronavirus pandemic has exposed extreme disparities in housing options and availability for our working class and disadvantaged populations. In many neighborhoods across the country, it is an unofficial “state of emergency” with no clear ... Read More »

It Is Indeed a New Day
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It Is Indeed a New Day

09 Aug 2021

    By Kia Turner, Ed.D., CEO Red Apple Education Corporation     As schools reopen and parents once again try to get students into the swing of the school year, the need for parents and schools to work together is front and center. COVID-19 disrupted our school systems in ... Read More »

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