Kansas health report shows heart and cancer deaths high nationally
The United Health Foundation ranking places Kansas midpack for major illnesses with cardiovascular disease causing 24th and cancer 18th most deaths. In Kansas 61 percent of total deaths stem from these two health problems, while smoking and obesity remain notable concerns.
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Cancer centers unite care and boost local access
Dr. Larry Beck notes larger state cancer centers like Hays Garden City and Topeka bring multiple disciplines under one roof, attract high quality doctors, and offer local options for treatment avoiding distant centers. He cites a patient who chose Tammy Walker over a Houston center due to transportation issues. Hart plans a light recovery followed by Arizona golf with family after two procedures.
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Topeka
Larry Beck
Tammy Walker
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City Fun Center eyed for multi use by recreation board
The GCRC rec center in Washington could become a community hub with classrooms teen center and an Internet room while retaining entertainment features like go carts mini golf bumper boats laser tag and a skating rink The center has been shut since mid July due to taxes utilities and insurance costs with local officials debating whether city or private operation is best and residents urging public input on its future
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Healthier school lunches shift gains student support
Salina schools push Eat Smart guidelines to curb snack lines and increase complete meals with 1,000 more free lunch meals in 34 days. Vendors note stable sales amid higher prices for healthier options as districts test whole grains, smaller portions, and taste tests for new muffins.
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Hutchinson
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