Language barriers hinder Kansas Hispanic health access
In Topeka at Hispanic Day on the Hill, participants note scarce Spanish health information and interpreter needs. Gov Sebelius promotes Healthy Kansas funding for expanded coverage, while concerns grow over undocumented children lacking care, pushing some to emergency rooms as English proficiency remains limited.
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Ransom Memorial Hospital board to meet at 6 30 p m in Ottawa
The Ransom Memorial Hospital board of trustees will meet at 6 30 p m Tuesday in Conference Room A at 1801 S Main St Ottawa The finance committee also meets at noon Tuesday in RMH conference rooms B and C The Weight No More class resumes 8 to 9 a m April 16 at Sacred Heart Church 408 S Cedar St taught by Brenda Pfizenmaier with a fee of 35 or 30 for graduates Details at 785 229 8365
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Start Moving: Simple Ways for Older Adults to Exercise
Older adults should aim for 30 minutes of activity five times weekly, but many already count everyday tasks as exercise. Walking to a store, stairs instead of elevators, and gardening add up. Partnered activity boosts safety and motivation, while gradual starts reduce dropout and health risks. Contact Franklin County Extension at (785) 229-3520 to learn about Walk Kansas.
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Trans fat reduction slow for restaurants nationwide
Washington reports rising supermarket options free of trans fat while many eateries still fry in oils containing it. Harvard nutritionist Dr. Walter Willett urges effort to shift to healthier alternatives. Beginning next year labeling will cover trans fat, spurring reform in menus and industry costs vary by supplier and operator mindset.
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