LMH Health explores exclusive talks with KU Health System
LMH Health announced exclusive discussions with the University of Kansas Health System about a formal partnership for Lawrence’s non profit hospital. Leaders say the deal would not sell LMH Health or cede governance, preserving independence while offering expanded services such as oncology and cardiology through KU experts.
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LMH reports first COVID death since March on board agenda
Lawrence Memorial Hospital disclosed its first COVID related death since March during a board of trustees meeting. The hospital said the recent average age of patients has been 48 and most cases involve unvaccinated individuals. Leadership urged vaccination and mask use, stressing concern for vulnerable people.
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Douglas County approves mask rule for unvaccinated kids
The Douglas County Commission voted unanimously to require children ages 2 to 12 to wear masks in indoor public spaces. The decision came amid about four hours of public comment with heckling and interruptions from a largely unmasked crowd at the county courthouse.
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Health officials push plan for COVID-19 booster shots
CDC Director Rochelle Walensky and health officials outline a plan to give an extra Pfizer or Moderna dose eight months after the second shot, potentially starting the week of Sept. 20. Johnson Johnson single-dose recipients may need boosters pending data, with FDA and a CDC panel to evaluate safety and effectiveness. President Biden backs boosting protections.
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