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WebHealth She traveled from Florida to get surgery in Lawrence. Apr 21, 2024 @ 12:00am - Autumn Bishop, LMH Health. Mary Hatfield can’t say enough good things …

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Here’s where you can sign up for COVID-19 vaccines in Douglas …

Webphoto by: Lauren Fox Dr. Carla Phipps administers a COVID-19 vaccine to Brian Gallagher on March 23 at Theatre Lawrence. Are you newly eligible for a COVID …

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Health department announces clinics offering new COVID …

Webphoto by: Kevin Anderson/Journal-World File Photo The Lawrence-Douglas County health department's home at the Community Health Facility, 200 Maine St., is …

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Heartland Community Health expects new location will bring new …

Webphoto by: Mike Yoder The new Heartland Community Health Center facility has a pharmacy and includes drive-thru access. • A food pantry open to the community is …

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Rural clinics improve access to health care in smaller communities

Webphoto by: LMH Eudora Family Care is just one LMH clinic serving rural communities. Everyone should have access to medical services, no matter the size of …

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LMH Health looks back on West Campus’ first year

WebRoughly one year ago, LMH Health opened the doors of its West Campus for the first time. This state-of-the-art facility has already served many patients from the …

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Lawrence-Douglas County health department updating respiratory …

Webphoto by: Kevin Anderson/Journal-World File Photo The Lawrence-Douglas County health department's home at the Community Health Facility, 200 Maine St., is …

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Virtual nursing is a new way to check in with patients

WebTelemedicine isn’t a new concept in health care. Connecting with your health care provider online is a great way to get care without leaving home, especially when you …

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Highly contagious norovirus is spiking in Douglas County

Webphoto by: Kevin Anderson/Journal-World File Photo The Lawrence-Douglas County health department's home at the Community Health Facility, 200 Maine St., is …

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For new Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health director, …

Webphoto by: Austin Hornbostel/Journal-World Jonathan Smith, the new director of Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health, is pictured outside the health department's …

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Lawrence Community Shelter, Lawrence-Douglas County Public …

WebLawrence-Douglas County Public Health announced Monday that it will soon launch a partnership with the Lawrence Community Shelter to provide on-site basic …

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Ways to learn more about health and wellness at LMH Health

WebIt’s important to be an active participant in your health, but what does that mean? For some, it means becoming more engaged with your doctor by asking …

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LMH Health to pursue partnership with University of Kansas Health

WebAs Lawrence likely becomes a potential landing spot for more hospital companies, LMH Health is now ready to discuss a partnership with one of the region’s …

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How LMH Health and KU Health System are collaborating

Webphoto by: LMH Health LMH Health, 325 Maine St., is pictured in May 2021. In 2023, the communities served by LMH Health gained access to expanded services …

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Turning $5 million-plus operating loss around in 2024 will take

WebThough LMH Health officially posted an operating loss north of $5 million in 2023, the hospital’s leader thinks there are some strategies to avoid a similar outcome by …

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LMH physical therapy clinic expanding its pediatric care

WebLMH Health has vacated its former South Campus building near Clinton Parkway and Kasold Drive, and the physical therapy team at that location has moved to …

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A rare disorder paralyzed him — but he’s made a comeback

WebMusician and Washburn University history professor Charles “Tony” Silvestri knows how much teamwork it takes to do something like publishing a book or performing …

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Medical professionals see need for more education about the RSV …

WebKansas health care professionals say more education is needed regarding the vaccine for respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV. Kansas Health Institute hosted a …

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To build emergency shelter capacity, ‘A Place For Everyone’ plan …

Webphoto by: Austin Hornbostel/Journal-World Jonathan Smith, the executive director of Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health, is pictured with the health …

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By 2025, Bert Nash plans to build 24-unit supportive housing …

WebBy early to mid-2025, Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center hopes to have a new 24-unit supportive housing complex to help people who struggle with both …

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High-risk screening can catch breast cancer early

WebMammograms are one of the best forms of prevention and early detection of breast cancer. Women at average risk of breast cancer should begin mammogram …

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Treatment and Recovery Center names new director

Webphoto by: Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center Bri Harmon-Moore, the director at the Treatment and Recovery Center of Douglas County, is pictured with …

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Kansas won’t have legal medical marijuana or expand Medicaid for …

WebTOPEKA — Kansas will remain among the handful of states that haven’t legalized the medical use of marijuana or expanded their Medicaid programs for at least …

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Dixie Greeno News, Sports, Jobs

WebDixie Greeno passed away 4-13-24. Lawrence Chapel Oaks Cremation & Funeral Services is honored to serve the family. www.chapeloaksne.com

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6 men arrested in Lawrence on suspicion of buying sexual relations

Webphoto by: Kim Callahan/Journal-World A Lawrence Police Department patrol vehicle is pictured June 28, 2022. Six men were arrested earlier this week in Lawrence …

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Tena Sakai News, Sports, Jobs

WebAn Appreciation of Life Event for Tena Sakai will be held at Union Station in North Lawrence on April 28, 2024 from 1-3pm.

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Margaret Bower News, Sports, Jobs

WebMargaret Bower passed away 4-20-24. Lawrence Chapel Oaks Cremation & Funeral Services is honored to serve the family. www.chapeloaksne.com

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Gregory Ruder News, Sports, Jobs

WebGregory Cellestine Ruder, 71, Lawrence, died April 22, 2024 at his home. As per his request, no services are planned. rumsey-yost.com

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Carolyn Jones News, Sports, Jobs

WebGraveside Services for Carolyn D. Jones, age 74, will be 2:00 P.M. Thursday, May 2, 2024 at Memorial Park Cemetery in Lawrence. View the full obituary at …

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Morris Faiman News, Sports, Jobs

WebMorris Faiman, 91, passed away on April 23rd, 2024. He was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada and was the son of Beatrice and Samuel Faiman. While …

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