Dentists for the uninsured find hope in Kansas clinic
William Welsh, a Detroit transplant, found relief at Douglas County Dental Clinic, which serves uninsured residents up to 200 percent of the federal poverty level. Despite a safety net of 7,670 patient visits in 2012, many locals still cannot afford care. The clinic relies on fees, grants, and donations, offering free and reduced care days to about 75 people yearly.
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Lawrence
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Portrait of a Cancer Survivor Breast cancer mom endures chemo for her twins
In late 2011 Michelle Peterson, then 30, learned she was pregnant with twins. By July 2012 a lump revealed cancer and she began chemotherapy while pregnant, enduring partial anesthesia and a neck implant to save her babies as she faced treatment.
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Cancer survivor series highlights hope at LMH Oncology
Lawrence Memorial Hospital documents tell of patient Peterson facing breast cancer in July 2012 while juggling two young children and a new business. Twins born six weeks early required NICU care in Overland Park as Peterson endured 13 more chemo treatments and a cesarean section, with daily trips between cities for her babies. Earl Richardson's photograph accompanies the story for the Journal-World special.
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Calendar of Breast Cancer Events Next Week
A full calendar of breast cancer related events for National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Submit your events to datebook at ljworld.com for inclusion.
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