Dear Friends, As the founder and publisher of Our Health Matters™ magazine, I’m proud to announce our 20th anniversary—a milestone that reflects two decades of trusted health education and service to families across metropolitan Kansas City. Since our inception in 2005, Our Health Matters™ has remained a free publication, distributed ... Read More »
Why Are So Many Younger People (18-49) Being Diagnosed with Cancer? By OHM Staff A growing number of young adults between the ages of 18 and 49 are being diagnosed with “early-onset” cancers, a troubling trend that can be attributed to a complex interplay of a variety of factors. Societal ... Read More »
By Dennis Ridenour, President & CEO BioNexus KC There’s a common saying in the rare disease community that “rare is common.” By definition, a rare disease impacts fewer than one in 200,000 people in the U.S., but collectively, nearly 1 in 10 have a rare disease. In the Kansas City ... 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 »
At the start of my business career I had the privilege of working with Samuel U. Rodgers, MD, MPH, a highly respected physician and the founder of the first FQHC (federally-qualified community health center) in Missouri. Dr. Rodgers commanded the room with his warm and compassionate demeanor and ... Read More »
Every child deserves a loving and supportive family. One definition of co-parenting that makes it plain says…Healthy co-parenting involves two parents who are not together raising their child (or children) jointly to ensure they have a safe and loving environment to grow up in. To work, co-parenting requires that both ... Read More »
A Story of Resilience and Restoration All of us are on a health journey. At any juncture along the way, we may need to make a U-turn or recalculate the direction we will take. Our Health MattersTM relishes connecting with our racially and culturally diverse community members. This interview with ... Read More »
By Jeanene Dunn, OHM Staff In our 18th anniversary edition we explore factors that affect families and the places that are part of their everyday lives. Families of all types face a variety of unique challenges in their communities. The federal government establishes ten-year health goals for communities, individuals and ... Read More »
Grandparents play an important role in grandchildren’s growth and development. Meet Mrs. Walker a grandmother who treasures every minute with her grandchildren. Our Health Matters had a wonderful visit with this mother, grandmother and advocate for seniors. We’ve had many conversations with individuals and families throughout our 18 years. I ... Read More »
NOVEMBER 2022 SPECIAL EDITION Our Health Matters Black Men Speak: Health, Strength and Hope provides a glimpse into the lived experiences of Black men and boys, whose voices are often unheard, Until Now. Each share perspectives about their knowledge of physical and mental health challenges Black men face; obstacles overcome ... Read More »
