One-third of Kansas adults are obese
A 2019 adult obesity report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that more than one-third of Kansas adults ages 18 and older are obese, or 35.2 percent. This ... Read More »
Shawnee County Health Department offers Drive-Through COVID-19 testing
The Shawnee County Health Department (SCHD) in partnership with USD 501 – Topeka Public Schools is now offering Drive-Through COVID-19 testing. The service is offered by appointment for uninsured individuals at no ... Read More »
Kansas Department of Health and Environment announces COVID-19 online resource center and 1st case in Kansas
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has announced the launch of the agency’s online resource center for Kansans to learn more about COVID-19, the novel coronavirus, get answers to commonly ... Read More »
State agencies answer increase in questions about bats and rabies
The Kansas Departments of Health and Environment (KDHE) and Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) have had an increase in the number of calls recently from residents who have questions about bats in ... Read More »
