Latest Health News from KDHE
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is the state agency that promotes and supports public health activities and programs in Kansas.
Public Health Advisory Continues for Lovewell Reservoir in Jewell County
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is continuing to advise the public to avoid contact with water in Lovewell Reservoir in Jewell County.
State of Kansas Solid Waste Management Plan 2010 Update Available for Review and Public Comment
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has prepared an update to the State of Kansas Solid Waste Management Plan. The plan is updated every five years in cooperation with numerous solid waste stakeholders representing local governments, private businesses and members of the general public.
MEDIA ADVISORY: Commission on Graduation and Dropout Prevention and Recovery to Hold First Meeting
In June, Governor Mark Parkinson established the Kansas Commission on Graduation and Dropout Prevention and Recovery to better prepare Kansas students for their future and strengthen the economy.
KDHE Advises Kansans to Take Precautions for Heat-Related Illness
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is reminding Kansans to protect themselves in hot summer temperatures. "KDHE advises the best defense against heat-related illness is prevention," said Roderick Bremby, Secretary of KDHE. "Staying cool and making simple changes in your fluid intake, activities, and clothing during hot weather can help you remain safe and healthy."
Outdoor Injury Prevention Starts in Your Own Back Yard
Topeka, Kan. -- Most parents regard their home as one of the safest places for their children, however injuries can happen anywhere, even in your own backyard. Each of five major child injury hazards - motor vehicles, drowning, burns, falls and poison - can be found in the back yard during the summer. Riding mowers, inflatable pools, home playground equipment and even natural vegetation and sunlight require a few simple precautions.
Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for City of Minneapolis
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded the boil water advisory for the city of Minneapolis, which is located in Ottawa County.
Blue-Green Algae Bloom Prompts Public Health Advisory At Lovewell Reservoir, Jewell County, KS.
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is advising the public to avoid contact with water in Lovewell Reservoir, which is located in the northeast corner of Jewell County, KS.
Obesity: It's Everyone's Problem
It’s hard not to get fat in Kansas today.
It’s an uphill battle to eat right and stay active, to strike a healthy balance between the calories we consume and the calories we burn in physical activity. It’s a daily struggle to avoid the temptation to devour more food than we should, and a real challenge to develop an exercise plan and stick with it.
Boil Water Advisory Issued for the City of Minneapolis
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the City of Minneapolis, which is located in Ottawa County.
KDHE Lead Informational Meeting in Wichita
On Thursday July 22, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) will host a free informational meeting on the new lead-based paint regulations in Wichita. The meeting will be held at the Water Center, 101 East Pawnee Street from 6-8 p.m.
Kansas Small Business Environmental Assistance Program Receives National Award
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) announces that the Kansas Small Business Environmental Assistance Program (SBEAP) was awarded the national 2010 Small Business Environmental Assistance Award. The award was presented by the National Steering Committee for the Small Business Ombudsman/Small Business Environmental Assistance Programs at a June 9 ceremony in Virginia.
Health Information Exchange meeting announced
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), the state designee for health information technology, announces a meeting of the e-Health Advisory Council will be held Tuesday, July 13. The meeting will be from 1-5 p.m. at the Kansas Health Institute, Garden Level Conference Room, 8th and VanBuren, and is open to the public.
Families Must Make Safety a Priority While Camping and Hiking
Topeka, Kan. - Sleeping bag? Check. Hiking boots? Check. Safety guidelines? A must! While the preparations for a family camping or hiking trip usually include a review of the necessary gear, parents should also review safety guidelines with their children, paying special attention to potential hazards specific to camping, hiking, outdoor recreation, water, and falls.
Kansas Green Team Assembly and Award Luncheon July 8 in Topeka
The 3rd Annual Kansas Green Team Assembly and Award Luncheon was held in Topeka today, July 8.
MEDIA ADVISORY: Kansas Green Team Assembly and Award Luncheon July 8 in Topeka
The Kansas Green Team Assembly and Award Luncheon will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 8 at the SRS Learning Center, Rooms A and B. Members of the media are invited to attend. Remarks by Lt. Governor Troy Findley will begin at around 12:15 p.m. Award presentations will follow.
