Doctor cautions about shoveling heart risk during winter
A man shoveling snow developed chest discomfort and was hospitalized, highlighting heart disease risk from exertion while clearing snow. Experts urge recognizing warning signs, calling 911 for severe symptoms and resting indoors for mild cases, as February marks Heart Month with WellCommons chats and heart health tips.
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Kansas moves toward state insurance exchange plan
Kansas advances under the Federal Health Care Act toward a state based health exchange. Insurance Commissioner Sandy Praeger says 2014 implementation is on track as the department hosts its first public meeting in Topeka from 10 am to noon. They have received $1 million in federal grants to build the exchange and electronic health information system.
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Health reform Q&A with Kansas Insurance Commissioner Praeger
Kansas Insurance Commissioner Sandy Praeger will host an online chat on WellCommons at 9 a.m. to answer questions about health reform and insurance. She oversees about 1,700 insurers and 94,000 licensed agents and discusses legislative choices on exchange structure and state actions.
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Watkins Hall founder celebrated on 150th birthday event
Lawrence KU marks Watkins Hall founder with tributes noting her 24,000 acres donated to the Endowment Association. Speaker cites a model for unrestricted university funding and links to Danforth Chapel and study abroad programs. Alumnae celebrate and anticipate future gatherings.
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