Health
Beyond the Hype: A Sober Look at Psychedelics
Psychedelic medicine can be a viable path to treatment for a range of ailments. But some worry the hype is getting ahead of the science.
An Epidemic of Sleep Disorders: Here’s What KC Experts Suggest
Sleep disorders are rising, more now than ever before. Learn why experts say it’s important to connect the dots between sleep, health and mental wellness.
‘Time Bomb’ Lead Pipes Set to be Removed. But First Water Utilities Have to Find Them
Water utilities have never been required to thoroughly inventory lead pipes except in a crisis. Health experts warn problems with these ‘underground poisonous straws’ can arise out of the blue
The Tainted History of Infant Care, Parent Empowerment and Education
Before the ongoing formula shortage, feeding one’s baby was rife with confusing advice. Here’s what history shows.
Constitutional Freedom Group Opposing Abortion Amendment on Aug. 2 Ballot in Kansas
Kansans for Constitutional Freedom opposes stripping from the Kansas Constitution the right to abortion. Voters will decide on a proposed amendment to the Kansas Constitution that is on the Aug. 2 primary ballot.
National Formula Shortage Prompts Efforts to ‘Survive as a Community’
In Kansas City, folks are donating breast milk, searching for formula and working together to keep babies fed amid a national shortage of baby formula.
Kansas Joins 25 Other States by Expanding Access to Nurse Practitioners
A new law allows Kansas-based nurses to expand their practice and independently care for patients.
Known to be Toxic for a Century, Lead Still Poisons Thousands of Midwestern Kids
Researchers say even a small amount of lead can harm kids’ development. One 2021 study found Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska and Missouri had some of the highest rates of elevated blood lead levels in children.
Pour a Cup of Coffee and Drink to Your Health
Coffee’s benefits are abundant — including lowered risk of cardiovascular diseases — but there are some negative effects.
curiousKC | How Do We Navigate Politics and Health?
Here’s a round-up of stories that give a birds-eye look at what community leaders are doing to educate, empower and keep people healthy.