KCU in the News
Could better sleep be an overlooked part of mental health?
Sleep and mental health are closely connected, but the relationship can be complicated.
Wellness Day kicks off another year of Score 1 for Health in Kansas City
KCU kicked off its Kansas City Score 1 for Health programming with a Wellness Day bringing future physicians and more than 300 Kansas City children together for health screenings and education.
KCU expert shares insight on breakthrough measles cases
A recent measles breakthrough case in Lee’s Summit has raised questions about how someone can contract the virus after vaccination.
WINNING @ WELLNESS explores resilience through failure and feedback
How can failure guide us toward success? How can coaching and feedback propel an athlete to the highest levels?
KCU-Joplin students provide free health screenings to children
KCU-Joplin medical and dental students are giving back to the community through free health screenings for elementary students from local schools.
Coffee, tea and red wine: What’s staining your teeth?
Dr. Linda Niessen breaks down why coffee, tea and red wine can stain your teeth, plus what you can do to reduce staining and when whitening products may help.
From the first class at KCU-Joplin to hometown physician
Dr. Blair Freed grew up in Joplin and was among the first students to join the inaugural KCU-Joplin class in 2017.
25 years later, 9/11 can still affect our mental health
Twenty-five years after 9/11, the anniversary can still bring difficult emotions and memories to the surface.
What to know about Alpha-Gal Syndrome and tick bites
Missouri is a major hotspot for alpha-gal syndrome, a potentially life-threatening allergy triggered by tick bites.
How summer heat can affect your medications
Summer heat can do more than cause dehydration. Extreme temperatures can affect certain medications, while dehydration can increase the risk of side effects.
Building healthier digital habits
How can you stay safe and healthy in today’s digital world?
Eating less isn’t always the key to better health
Gastroenterologist and KCU alumna, Dr. Kelsey Able shares how prioritizing protein, fiber, fruits and vegetables can help you feel fuller while getting more of the nutrients your body needs.