Support groups boost moms to breastfeed in Topeka rise
Educators from the Lawrence-Douglas County Health Department and local support groups aided Courtney Wallis as she breasted her third pregnancy, choosing not to quit despite early struggles. Wallis, 36, moved from Lawrence to Topeka and credits the help for continuing breastfeeding while noting the health and financial benefits.
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Courtney Wallis
Wallis
Lawrence-Douglas County
Lawrence
Topeka
American Academy of Pediatrics
World Health Organization
Jolene
Croxwell
Local breastfeeding support groups and health note
Local groups support new parents with breastfeeding education in Lawrence. Regular meetings include Breast is Best Social at Lawrence Memorial Hospital and Leche League events at the health department and hospital venues. WIC program data shows higher breastfeeding rates with multiple prenatal visits, prompting expanded education efforts.
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Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Maine St
Lawrence-Douglas County Health Department
Lawrence
Learnard Ave
Early signs of heart attack urge prompt action
The article explains that most heart attacks begin with early, often mild symptoms and stresses swift care. It cites stats from the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care and CDC, urges calling 911 if symptoms persist beyond five minutes, and highlights EHAC goals and local LMH Chest Pain Center credentials and contact details.
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Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care
Centers For Disease Control
The
Society of Chest Pain Centers
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
American Heart Association
Society of Cardiovascular
Scpcp.org
LMH
SMH
Imh.org
Heart
Heart.org
Aynsley Anderson
Aynsley.anderson
Lmh.org
Deerfield Park in Lawrence Offers Play, Exercise, Learning
A review recommends Deerfield Park in Lawrence as a walking distance family spot off Princeton Boulevard beside the elementary school. It features a skate park, basketball courts, multiple playgrounds, exercise equipment, baseball fields, and a Born Learning Trail with 10 interactive stations funded by United Way of Douglas County and the Douglas County Community Foundation. The author highlights it as ideal for new parents seeking kid activities and parent fitness opportunities while noting it hosts both play and learning experiences.
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Lawrence
Deerfield Park
Deerfield
Princeton Boulevard
United Way of
Douglas County
Douglas County Community Foundation
West Lawrence
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