Health

By Sara Wiercinski In observance of International Overdose Awareness Day on August 31, First Call

By John Sharp Free vaccinations and health screenings with a limited number of incentive payments

KC Parks seeks public input to improve water recreation around the city

The City of Kansas City, in partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation and Bridging the

Market aims to provide access to fresh food and build community

Happy Bottoms regularly provides 75 diapers or 50 pairs of training pants to each of the more than 5,000 children they serve each month.

“We encourage Cass County and Grandview community members to volunteer their time and become part of one of the largest efforts to maintain healthy teeth in our area.”

Donors will receive a special token of appreciation from GreenEarth Cleaning to use at KC Bier Co as a thank you for your support.

Youth who want to avoid violent situations or have feelings about acting out may call or text 816-799-1720 any hour of the day.

“Ten years ago, there were no FDA-approved treatments….Now there are several.”

The pilot program with the Center School District is one of 14 projects that make up the Children’s Mercy Illuminate plan, a $275 million initiative to address youth mental health, which it deems a “staggering crisis.”

“The residents and staff are thrilled to finally have upgraded cardio and strength equipment at not only Hillcrest Community Center, but at all ten community centers.”

The new healthcare hub will provide more services at the new location, including dental, prenatal and pediatric care. 

“I want this to be an inclusive environment and safe space for LGBTQ+, which is very near and dear to my heart.”

“I want to be clear that I do not actually believe in phrenology. But I’m good enough at it that I’ve had people tell me I could be a real phrenologist.”