Community Health Update

When we choose to support local growers, we have more opportunities to enjoy fresh, flavorful produce that’s full of nutrients. However, we need to pay attention to seasonality—some of our favorite fruits and veggies are not available locally year-round,...

Scavenger hunts are a great way to help your child learn through play. When your child participates in a scavenger hunt, he or she practices important skills like problem-solving, teamwork, and gross motor development. The Deanna Rose Scavenger Hunt...

Everyone has a different hiccup cure. Drinking through a paper towel, holding your breath, and having someone scare you are all common suggestions, but do they work? Persistent hiccups are a pain, but MyHealthKC has a few options that...

Under the Affordable Care Act, health insurers cover preventive care without a deductible payment, copayment, or coinsurance. Preventive care reduces healthcare costs and saves lives by catching issues early on, but what is considered preventive? Preventive care runs the gamut...

School is out, and summer is here. Now is a great time to get outside with your kids and furry friends—just be sure to keep them safe. Can you identify the poisonous plants that grow in the KC metro?...

Pregnancy changes a lot about your body, but does it have to change your exercise routine? In the majority of cases, exercise during pregnancy is safe and can even be recommended, as long as you are choosing the right...

Anxiety is more than just feeling nervous. Affecting close to 40 million American adults each year, anxiety disorders can range from distracting to debilitating, but there is help. Natural treatments for anxiety are the first line of defense, often...

Weekend trips to the Farmers’ Market are a warm weather staple! Use all of your beautiful, local produce to whip up an amazing brunch—one we call Farmers’ Market Hash. Packed with lean turkey sausage, hearty eggplant and aromatics, this hash...

Farmers’ Markets across the KC metro are open, so now is the perfect time to buy more locally grown food. In addition to supporting the local economy, choosing locally grown food is a great way to eat seasonally and...

The weather is warm, the days are long, and we haven’t hit the blistering heat of summer yet. Now is the perfect time to get outside and enjoy Kansas City’s green spaces! The Kansas City metro has a multitude of...

How would you describe children’s art projects? Messy and expressive for sure, but how about therapeutic? Art is healing, and for children facing emotional, cognitive or physical issues, art can provide an outlet for big feelings. Art therapy is only...

According to the CDC, approximately 123 Americans die by suicide each day. Understanding how to talk about and deal with suicidal thoughts is the first step in suicide prevention. Break the taboo by approaching the topic directly with compassion...