Learn some of the early signs of dementia Dementia is generally defined as the progressive loss of intellectual functioning, but this does not look the same for everyone. While memory loss is one of the most common signs, initial symptoms can differ based on the type of dementia and the ... Read More »

Our special edition features the voices of Black men who offer their opinions and insights into the need to “step up” in supporting the development of young boys today. Mentor Me chronicles their experiences and shares their visions for moving the needle forward for our sons, brothers, nephews and grandsons, ... Read More »

On Saturday, February 24, 2024 Our Health Matters™ presents MENTOR ME! I CAN & I WILL, a special edition and program event from 10AM – 1PM at the Gem Theater, located at 1615 East 18th Street, Kansas City, MO 64108. This is a call to action for Black men to make a commitment to mentor ... Read More »

By Barbara Mitchell Community Health Division Director, Johnson County Department of Health and Environment In Kansas, there are approximately 70 infectious diseases that are reportable to Kansas Department of Health and Environment—everything from chickenpox to tularemia (“rabbit fever”). Reporting of diseases help track the trend and prevent further spread. Infectious ... Read More »

    By Jennifer Schuster MD, MSCI Children’s Mercy Kansas City Don’t let a respiratory illness put a damper on your holiday fun! Since the COVID-19 pandemic, respiratory viruses can be unpredictable so being prepared is important. Here’s what you need to know to help keep your family safe and ... Read More »

By OHM Staff Jeron Ravin J.D., President & CEO (center), Heath Rath, MS, Executive Director (left) and community partners join in ribbon-cutting for PACE grand opening. According to the AARP, 76% of adults aged 50+ prefer to stay in their homes as they age. Expanding our mission to provide services ... Read More »

By OHM Staff A dedicated team led by Dr. Esmat Sadeddin provides academic medicine for all hepatitis C patients regardless of their ability to pay. “I truly feel proud of my team! Over the last four years, we have cared for over 350 hepatitis C patients, most of which achieved ... Read More »

By Rae Sedgwick Ph.D., J.D. Clinical and Consulting Psychologist Attorney at Law We were sitting under a canopy of stars, talking about breast cancer—hers and mine. She is a young mother of three preschoolers; I am single, in my sixties. The high school track below us is filled with cancer ... Read More »

Mary Whitaker had just given birth to her third child when she began feeling ill. She was light­headed and started experiencing a pulsating pain on the side of her head and neck. As a new mom and foster parent, she assumed she just needed some rest. Mary called her husband ... Read More »

Breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women in the United States. Each year about 264,000 women get breast cancer, and 42,000 women die from the disease. Most breast cancers are found in women who are 50 years and older. About 9% of all new cases of breast ... Read More »