Your Bird Flu Questions, Answered
This winter, reported cases of birds infected with avian influenza have risen in the Kansas City area. While the public [...] Read more
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Summer 2024 COVID-19 Surge: What You Need to Know
Four years after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the virus is far from gone. The U.S. is currently experiencing [...] Read more
An Interview with University Health’s LGBTQ Clinic
This month, we talked to our partners at University Health’s LGBTQ Specialty Clinic about their work in providing compassionate, affirming [...] Read more
For Missouri Moms, Extending Postpartum Coverage is Essential
In Missouri, a pregnant woman’s concerns are not limited to the health of her future child—she must also worry for [...] Read more
How Public Health Impacts Voting in Missouri
Update as of February 2024: We are proud to be an official voter registration site for Jackson County residents! Simply [...] Read more
Making Proud Choices: Fall 2022 Sex Health Programs for EJC Teens — New Dates!
This event has passed. Thank you to everyone who attended! Keep your eye on our social media for upcoming events. [...] Read more
Partnership brings over 1,000 vaccines to at-risk homeless residents
When COVID-19 vaccines were first released in early 2021, many Jackson County residents rushed to get one, refreshing websites and [...] Read more
Ten Family-Friendly Trails for National Bike Month
One of the best ways you can help your kids stay active is leading by example! When you get outside [...] Read more
Finding Cold Weather Resources in Jackson County
For those in need of winter clothes or a place to stay warm, just figuring out what resources are available [...] Read more
National Public Health Week 2022: Celebrating Our Past, Looking to Our Future
If the past two years have shown us anything, it’s that public health is critical to supporting healthy and thriving [...] Read more
