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Kansas breaks ground on statewide digital health network

Published May 29, 2012

Developers of a new statewide digital health records exchange say the needed secure network is coming to Kansas this summer. They call it a groundbreaking event that is expected to improve patient care and help cut medical costs by avoiding redundant and ineffective treatments. It’s also expected to reduce errors.

Best weight loss plan: Planning ahead

Published May 29, 2012

They say an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. For managing weight the healthy way, simply planning ahead is one of the best ways to prevent the need to “cure” unwanted pounds.

Lawrence resident organizes one of state's largest Relay For Life events in memory of daughter-in-law who died of cancer

Published May 27, 2012

Six years ago, Lawrence resident Shelle Arnold attended her first Relay For Life event in Overland Park to support her daughter-in-law Becky Arnold, who was battling Ewing’s sarcoma, a rare form of bone cancer, at age 26.

Edible heirlooms: Favorite recipes help remember loved ones

Published May 23, 2012

Some of the most valuable family treasures may not be expensive or breakable. And it’s unlikely you’ll find them itemized in anyone’s will (in fact, they may not be written down at all).

Not asking for a billion: Local musician funds latest work through donations

Published May 23, 2012

This is a project that’s going places — or at least that’s the hope.

Foster parents make big difference in lives of children

Published May 18, 2012

The state is constantly looking for foster parents like the Reakas who can change the direction of a child’s life and affecting who they become as adults.

Bang! k.d. lang sweeps into Lawrence for the first time

Published May 17, 2012

k.d. lang talks touring, inspiration and Pee Wee Herman.

Offbeat Occupations: Bartender shakes things up by creating cocktails

Published May 17, 2012

On a Sunday night in April, Katy Wade, 29, works behind the bar of 715, at 715 Mass.

Lack of mental health services emerges as No. 1 concern among Douglas County residents

Published May 17, 2012

Inadequate mental health services emerged as the top concern at a public health forum Thursday evening in Lawrence that was attended by about 50 people.

Lawrence retains 'Bicycle Friendly Community' title, but national advocacy group says work remains

Published May 15, 2012

Lawrence is still a “Bicycle Friendly Community,” but now Manhattan is one, too. They were among a list of award winners released Monday by the League of American Bicyclists.

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