KU sees uptick in those seeking measles shots
Kansas University community members rush to receive measles vaccinations at Watkins Health Center after a proactive campus reminder. Health director Douglas Dechairo notes the risk in close living quarters and cites policy requiring MMR vaccination for students. About 650 students lack proof of vaccination, causing holds on their records.
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KU grad helps women by changing tribal law
Kansas native Sarah Deer, a KU alumna and Muscogee Creek Nation member, spoke at KU's Sisters lecture about her work transforming tribal and federal law to protect American Indian women from sexual and domestic violence. Her research and advocacy earned 2014 MacArthur Fellowship recognition and informs changes benefiting women on reservations.
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LMH not always chosen for trauma care in Lawrence
Three men shot Sunday on West 19th Terrace in Lawrence were air and ground transported to Kansas City area hospitals rather than Lawrence Memorial Hospital. LMH is a Level 4 trauma center, balancing local needs with higher-classification facilities nearby.
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KU vice provost finalist for Florida CLAS dean
Kansas University vice provost Ann Cudd is a finalist for the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences dean role at the University of Florida. Cudd, KU vice provost and dean of undergraduate studies since 2013, spoke in an on campus session and remains one of three Florida CLAS dean finalists.
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Resident who lost 750 pounds dies at 34
Robert Walls, 34, Lawrence resident and aspiring chef, had shed more than 750 pounds from a peak of 962, dying at his home. Coroner’s office said cause unknown pending lab results. Dove Cremation and Funeral Service in Topeka handling services.
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