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Kansas' unrivaled rural hospital crisis: 58% at risk of closing, 82%

(Just Now) WebThe health policy organization reports 59 of the state’s rural hospitals are in jeopardy of closing. Twenty-eight are at immediate risk of collapse. A health care …

https://kansasreflector.com/2023/12/12/kansas-unrivaled-rural-hospital-crisis-58-at-risk-of-closing-82-lost-money-on-patient-care/

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Kansas Legislature fails to pass gender-affirming health care ban …

(4 days ago) WebSen. Mary Ware, seen during an April 6, 2023, hearing, says Senate Bill 233 "tramples" on the rights of transgender Kansans.

https://www.kcur.org/health/2024-04-30/kansas-legislature-fails-to-pass-gender-affirming-health-care-ban-over-governors-veto

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New estimate predicts Medicaid expansion would serve 152K at …

(7 days ago) WebTOPEKA — The Kansas Health Institute on Thursday unveiled its analysis of Gov. Laura Kelly’s proposal to expand Medicaid, predicting 152,000 Kansans would …

https://kansasreflector.com/2024/02/22/new-estimate-predicts-medicaid-expansion-would-serve-152k-at-no-cost-to-state/

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Legislators, lobbyists highlight hot-button health policy …

(5 days ago) WebChad Austin, president of the Kansas Hospital Association, said the Legislature would certainly review reform of education and tax policy to address the substantial workforce shortage gripping the health …

https://kansasreflector.com/2022/11/15/legislators-lobbyists-highlight-hot-button-health-policy-issues-ahead-of-2023-session/

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At The Kansas Health Foundation, A New Leader …

(7 days ago) WebThe new leader of the Kansas Health Foundation wants to shape a new image and direction for the nearly 40-year-old nonprofit. Teresa Miller said the goal is to have the foundation focus more on

https://www.kmuw.org/health/2021-08-06/at-the-kansas-health-foundation-a-new-leader-driving-a-new-focus-on-equity-over-equality

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A federal court ruling could mean higher health care costs for

(9 days ago) WebThe Kansas News Service is a collaboration of KCUR, Kansas Public Radio, KMUW, and High Plains Public Radio focused on health, the social determinants …

https://www.krps.org/kansas-news/2023-03-31/a-federal-court-ruling-could-mean-higher-health-care-costs-for-kansans-and-less-preventive-care

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Kansas blocks medical marijuana, Medicaid expansion for another …

(3 days ago) WebKansas will remain among the handful of states that haven’t legalized the medical use of marijuana or The Associated Press is an independent global news …

https://apnews.com/article/medical-marijuana-medicaid-expansion-kansas-ef48f2d5737f4c7ba3de496c7c84c13f

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Understanding and addressing health equity …

(7 days ago) WebFebruary 26, 2021. Health equity is often referred to as “the highest level of health for all people,” and achieving health equity often requires addressing health disparities related to social and economic factors, including …

https://kansashealth.org/2021/02/26/hh-feb2021/

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Kansas bill to limit gender-affirming care for transgender minors …

(7 days ago) WebAt least 200 Kansas health care providers signed a letter to lawmakers opposing a veto override. Transgender youth and parents of transgender children …

https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-politics-and-policy/kansas-bill-limit-gender-affirming-care-transgender-minors-dies-failed-rcna149959

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Kansas bill to limit gender-affirming care for transgender minors …

(3 days ago) WebKansas state Sen. Mark Steffen, R-Hutchison, speaks in favor of overriding Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly's veto of a bill banning gender-affirming care for minors, …

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/kansas-bill-to-limit-gender-affirming-care-for-transgender-minors-dies-after-failed-veto-override/ar-AA1nSnkh

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Kansas GOP lawmakers are moving to override veto of ban on …

(4 days ago) Web7 of 8 . Kansas state Rep. Jesse Borjon, R-Topeka, speaks on his phone at his desk in the House chamber during a break in the House’s daylong session, Monday, …

https://apnews.com/article/gender-affirming-care-minors-ban-kansas-veto-b63daeec39cf26e0741569b03aa9ebe9

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KHF Policy Priorities - 2022 - Kansas Health Foundation

(9 days ago) WebKHF Policy Priorities – 2022. January 11, 2022. The Kansas Health Foundation believes policymaking is an important aspect of a healthy state. Similarly, …

https://kansashealth.org/2022/01/11/policy-priorities-2022/

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2023 Kansas Legislative Recap - Kansas Health Institute

(9 days ago) WebSub. for SB 131, signed by the Governor on May 9, permits and establishes the process for the issuance of a sports waiver for certain health care professionals …

https://www.khi.org/articles/2023-kansas-legislative-recap/

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Marijuana reclassification will make it somewhat easier to study

(1 days ago) WebThe current Schedule I status imposes many regulations and restrictions on scientists' ability to study weed, even as state laws have made it increasingly available to …

https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/05/03/1248985559/marijuana-weed-schedule-i-iii-research-barriers

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KDHE COVID-19 Official Website

(5 days ago) WebKansas Department of Health and Environment. cannot provide lab test results or medical advice. Please contact your healthcare provider to discuss your needs. 866-534-3463. …

https://www.coronavirus.kdheks.gov/

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COVID-19 Vaccine KDHE COVID-19

(1 days ago) WebKansas Department of Health and Environment. KDHE cannot provide lab test results or medical advice. Please contact your healthcare provider to discuss your needs. Phone: …

https://coronavirus.kdheks.gov/284/COVID-19-Vaccine

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Maternal mortality rates improve in latest CDC report, following a

(7 days ago) WebAfter spiking in 2021, the maternal mortality rate in the U.S. improved significantly the following year, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease …

https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/05/02/1248563521/maternal-mortality-rates-2022-cdc

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News At The University of Kansas Health System

(9 days ago) WebThe University of Kansas Health System is taking steps toward delivering on the single, cohesive health system it promised after announcing a collaboration with …

https://www.kansashealthsystem.com/news-room/news

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KDHE, KS Official Website - Kansas

(4 days ago) WebThe Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) are announcing the beginning of the Harmful Algal Bloom …

https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/

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Latest Updates - Kansas Health Foundation

(Just Now) WebKHF Board, staff represent continued dedication to diversity. May 20, 2022. 1 2 3 … 28 >>. The Kansas Health Foundation is committed to improving the health of all Kansans, …

https://kansashealth.org/latest-updates/

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2024 AdventHealth 400 expert picks, best bets, Kansas odds: …

(3 days ago) WebThat victory was Hamlin's fourth at Kansas, making him the all-time leader at the track. Hamlin is 9-2 and Kyle Larson is the 4-1 favorite in the latest 2024 …

https://www.cbssports.com/nascar/news/2024-adventhealth-400-expert-picks-best-bets-kansas-odds-nascar-expert-targeting-william-byron-on-sunday/

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Kansas Health Foundation Policy Agenda

(2 days ago) WebExpanding KanCare/Medicaid eligibility starting in 2014 would have injected more than $3 billion into the state economy and created 4,000 jobs by 2020. Rejecting expansion will …

https://kansashealth.org/policy/

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'Rocky Mountain spotted fever': Kansas health officials post …

(4 days ago) WebThe Kansas Department of Health and Environment took to social media on May 2 to warn people of the potential dangers that come from tick bites. These insects …

https://www.ksn.com/news/state-regional/kansas-ticks-spread-deadly-diseases-kdhe-post-warning/

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Menthol cigarettes will stay on the market, after Biden drops plan …

(Just Now) WebMany public health advocacy groups expressed dismay, arguing that the debate over public health was resolved decades ago. "This decision prioritizes politics …

https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/04/26/1247581028/biden-administration-abandons-plan-to-ban-menthol-cigarettes-citing-feedback

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NASCAR at Kansas odds, predictions: Proven model reveals …

(4 days ago) WebThe 2024 AdventHealth 400 will take place on Sunday at Kansas Speedway, with the green flag scheduled to drop at 3 p.m. ET. Denny Hamlin joined William Byron …

https://www.cbssports.com/nascar/news/nascar-at-kansas-odds-predictions-proven-model-reveals-surprising-2024-adventhealth-400-picks-leaderboard/

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Biden expands ObamaCare to ‘Dreamers’ The Hill

(5 days ago) WebAs of September, there were 544,690 enrollees, though the Migration Policy Institute estimates 1,161,000 people would be eligible for DACA as of 2022.. DACA …

https://thehill.com/latino/4639985-biden-obamacare-dreamers-affordable-care-act-daca/

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Transgender health care must be paid for by state insurance - NPR

(5 days ago) WebThe federal appeals court in Richmond, Va., ruled in favor of transgender patients on Monday. The case was brought by Medicaid recipients in West Virginia and …

https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/04/29/1247896150/transgender-health-insurance-west-virginia-north-carolina-appeals-court

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Biden administration says 100,000 new migrants - Associated …

(6 days ago) WebThe Associated Press is an independent global news organization dedicated to factual reporting. Founded in 1846, AP today remains the most trusted source of fast, …

https://apnews.com/article/health-care-insurance-migrants-obamacare-biden-a38541478bc1f6b7662b3901cefc9e93

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Health in All Policies Archives - Kansas Health Institute

(9 days ago) WebInforming Policy, Improving Health. Main Menu. Topics . Explore Our Work. Access, Cost and Delivery of Care News & Announcements; KHI Works to Increase …

https://www.khi.org/topic/health-in-all-policies/

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