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Kids Learning All Summer
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Kids Learning All Summer

15 Jul 2020

While school has let out for the school year, you can still help your kids have productive learning time. Let’s keep fighting the pandemic and “flattening the curve.” Limit screen time and plan some creative learning activities.  Our Health Matters™ compiled a short list of educational websites, streaming services programming and ... Read More »

Managing Mild COVID-19 Symptoms at Home
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Managing Mild COVID-19 Symptoms at Home

21 May 2020

By Tenille L. Lawson, PharmD, BCPS Medical Writer If you or someone you love tests positive for COVID-19, your healthcare provider may advise you to stay home to monitor your symptoms and instruct you on ways to protect others around you from the spread of the disease. Currently, there is ... Read More »

Scams to Watch For During the COVID-19 Pandemic
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Scams to Watch For During the COVID-19 Pandemic

21 May 2020

By Burton Kelso, Integral Computer Consultants Cyber criminals are always looking for ways to take advantage of people and the COVID-19 crisis is one of those opportunities. Be cautious since you may be spending more time online and with social media during this period of social distancing.  Remember 99% of ... Read More »

Our Journey Continues…
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Our Journey Continues…

21 May 2020

In 2005, Our Health Matters™ was introduced to a community lacking a health publication that engaged and supported the needs of the diverse community in which we live. We saw this as an opportunity to educate and empower more people to take control of their health where they live, work, worship ... Read More »

Safely Using Hand Sanitizer
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Safely Using Hand Sanitizer

24 Apr 2020

Hand sanitizers are a convenient alternative when handwashing with soap and water isn’t possible. By U.S. Food and Drug Administration The potentially high transmission of COVID-19 has heightened people’s awareness about its contagion. To slow the spread, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend that consumers use alcohol-based hand ... Read More »

Life After COVID-19
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Life After COVID-19

24 Apr 2020

What might we do differently? By Candice Williams M.D, D. ABA Anesthesiologist/Pain Specialist President, Premedical Consultants Imagine this scenario: We’re finally outside; social distancing and stay-at-home no longer holds us back; we are shopping, driving, in and out of traffic, back to school and back to work. We are just ... Read More »

Finding Balance in Relationships
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Finding Balance in Relationships

05 Jan 2020

By Diane Randall, MA, CHC Diane Randall Consults Relationships are how we interact, how we find ourselves and our value, and it’s worth the time and effort to be intentional about building strong relationships. Some interactions are healthy while, others may not be. If you are seeking balance in your ... Read More »

Serving People and Helping Them Thrive
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Serving People and Helping Them Thrive

26 Nov 2019

By Yvette Richards, Director of Community Connections St. James United Methodist Church When one looks at the needs of a community and builds a support system to meet those needs—things happen. That’s what St James united Methodist Church has been doing for many years. Located at 5540 Wayne in Kansas ... Read More »

Many Missions and One Goal: Supporting Her Community
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Many Missions and One Goal: Supporting Her Community

14 Nov 2019

Ms. E is the activist and advocate you need to know. On any given day in Kansas City, Missouri, Ms. E — as she prefers to be called — is working for her community. She is a fierce and passionate leader who works as hard as she leads. If you ... Read More »

Certified Nurse Assistants (CNAs) are Important in Patient Care and Satisfaction
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Certified Nurse Assistants (CNAs) are Important in Patient Care and Satisfaction

15 Jul 2019

By Linda Kerby,   RN – C – R., S.N., M.A., B.A.  WORDS A CNA WOULD SAY… “Good morning, Mrs. Brown. My name is Susan and I will be helping you today with your shower, help you get dressed, make sure you have help eating, walking, and maybe some light exercise, ... Read More »

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