Welcome to Our Health Matters

Welcome to
Our Health Matters™

The only free publication of its kind in the Kansas City area, Our Health Matters is dedicated to presenting health topics pertinent to intergenerational audiences that want timely and relevant health information. Published bi-monthly, Our Health Matters helps readers learn about available health care resources to help them take control of their health.

Our Health Matters Publisher Ruth Ramsey interview on KSHB 41 Action News, May 10, 2012

May/June Issue

Know Your Risk Factors for Heart Attack and Stroke
May is Stroke Awareness Month. Video of Dr. Amie Hsia, Medical Director of the MedStar Washington Hospital Center Stroke Center, shares some of the common risk factors for stroke and heart attacks and encourages people to learn whether they are at risk. — Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Older Americans Month
This year's theme "Never Too Old to Play" encourages older Americans to stay active in their own lives and in their communities. — Administration on Older Americans, Department of Health and Human Services
National Hepatitis Awareness Month
May is designated as National Hepatitis Awareness Month to help highlight raise awareness about viral hepatitis and chronic infection among those it affects here in America. — Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Taking Control Away from a Bully

Every day students stay home because they are afraid of what might happen to them when they are alone. The stress they are feeling can actually become a physical problem.

Understanding Childhood Phobias

Parents and caregivers should know every child will experience fears as a normal part of growing up. Fears can
be elevated by a current life problem at school, home or in the community.

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