Our Health Matters Archives

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	Publisher's Greeting

	At Your Fingertips — Electronic Media Delivers Health Information By Crystal Y. Lumpkins, Ph.D.Electronic media allow individuals to receive information in many ways: websites, e-mails, text messages. Health organizations use these to send information about health issues to an audience who needs it. read article Where to find more online health information.

	Testing Can Save Men’s Lives Men are 24 percent less likely than women to have visited the doctor within the past year. Find out the preventive medical tests you need to stay healthy. read article

	What’s Happening With Health Care Reform? Do you know what is in the new health care reform law? If not, you’re not alone. Many Americans are confused over the new health care reform law. read article

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	Breaking the Vicious Circle: Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder By Chris Ryan Obsessive thoughts spur compulsive behaviors — the problem could be obsessivecompulsive anxiety disorder. read article Where to find help

What is Kansas City's Air Quality Today? In 2009 Kansas City ranked 22 in the list of US cities with the worst ozone pollution with concentrations that are unhealthy for everyone, especially those with breathing issues. read article

	Consider Riding a Bike for Fun and Exercise Staying healthy requires both a balanced diet and regular exercise. One form of exercise that is both good for you and for the environment is riding a bicycle. read article

Studies Seek Reasons for Disparity in STD Rates Research is underway to understand what causes the heavy disparities in sexually transmitted disease rates — especially among African-Americans and women. read article


	Much Is Not Known About Birth Defects By Tammy Worth The birth of a baby is a joyous occasion. However, that joy can be tempered if the child is born with a birth defect. There are more than 4,000 known birth defects impacting newborns today. read article What Screenings Are Available for Newborns in Missouri?

	When Breathing Becomes a Risk Factor By L.L. Locker Tuberculosis is a contagious disease that is spread through breathing in bacteria and contrary to popular belief it is “alive and well.” read article

	Ski Club Promotes Healthy Activities Promoting active lifestyles for families and discovering the next African-American Olympic caliber skier are two of the goals for the Midwest Ski Kansas City ski club. read article

Health Care Offers Excellent Career Options

Healthy Baby Teeth Are Important

Beating the Winter Blues

Eat Healthy Without Breaking Your Budget

Caring for Family Members with the Flu

Children and the Holiday Blues

Workplace Wellness Improves Health and Costs

Smart Steps to Aging Well

Free Health Screenings Help Children Succeed

A Look at High Blood Pressure

Treating Hypertension

DASH Eating Plan

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