Integrating Nutrition Into Health Care Is Improving Patient Outcomes in Kansas
Access to healthy food can be as powerful as access to medication. Programs like medically tailored meals, produce prescriptions, and grocery support are helping people manage chronic conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure while improving overall well-being.
Food is Medicine: Connecting Health Care & Hunger Relief in Kansas
Access to healthy food can be as powerful as access to medication. Programs like medically tailored meals, produce prescriptions, and grocery support are helping people manage chronic conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure while improving overall well-being.
It Wasn’t Easy, But Daniel Got Here – What Recovery Looks Like
Daniel said he had been addicted to drugs for a while and needed support learning how to manage the emotions that had become overwhelming.
Jim’s Transformation: How He Found Hope and Health
“I’d had diabetes for 25 years. I wasn’t taking care of myself. I weighed over 400 pounds. My sugar was off the charts.”
That first visit marked a turning point.
How Dental Hygienists Impact Lives
In 2024, Heartland’s dental hygienists provided care during 11,414 patient visits for 6,927 individuals. Their work accounted for nearly $3 million in essential oral health services delivered to the community.
Important Measles Updates
Kansas now has confirmed cases of measles, part of a growing nationwide increase. While there are currently no reported outbreaks in the Lawrence area, it is important for parents to stay informed.
The Link Between Diet and Colorectal Cancer
Diet plays a significant role in the risk of developing colorectal cancer, with strong evidence linking certain foods to increased risk.
Measles: What Every Parent Should Know
Measles was once a common childhood illness, but thanks to the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine, it became rare in the U.S. However, in recent years, vaccination rates have declined due to misinformation about vaccine safety. As a result, measles cases have been increasing, particularly among unvaccinated individuals.
The Latest on Avian Influenza
Avian Influenza, also known as Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), is a viral infection that mainly impacts poultry like chickens, turkeys, and ducks. Recently, it has also…
Tuberculosis Outbreak: What You Need To Know
Heartland is closely working with local health agencies to monitor tuberculosis (TB) concerns in Kansas.