Bill would let Kansas pharmacists refuse contraception
Kansas lawmakers consider a bill that would shield pharmacists who refuse to fill contraception on moral grounds, aligning Kansas with eight other states. Advocates warn it could block access in rural towns, while supporters say it protects conscience.
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Thunderstorms disrupt Douglas County leaving 550 without power
More than 550 people in Douglas County lost electricity as Sunday storms drenched the area from about 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Heavy rain hail and winds up to 25 mph caused brief flood warnings and occasional car strandings. A rural home southeast of Lawrence was struck by lightning with only smoke.
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Greensburg tornado tops many storms in memory
Kansas meteorologist Mike Umscheid says the Greensburg disaster ranks with the most extreme twisters, noting a 200 knot radar reading from the May 4 2007 event that killed 11. He credits his rare tornado emergency issued 26 minutes before landfall for saving lives.
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Road work projects mapped in Lawrence city update
City planners announce multiple road projects this week in Lawrence with lane closures on 23rd Street Haskell to Barker Sixth Street west of George Williams Way and North Third Street near the Kansas Turnpike. Projects include U.S. 40 U.S. 59 bridge overlay water lines sewer piping and river levee work with completions through November 2012.
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LMH employee drive raises gifts and support year high
LMH's annual employee campaign reached 780 donors contributing 67809 dollars, up from 343 donors and 26465 dollars in 2002. The four funds include CARE, Employee Education, Help and Healing, and Patient Satisfaction. Many employees cite culture, transparency, and family-like support as key factors in participation and giving.
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Health reporter contact details for Karrey Britt
Health reporter Karrey Britt can be reached at 832 7190. Readers can follow her health blog at WellCommons.com and the WellCommons Twitter account for updates.
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