KCU in the News

In a recent blog post for the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Erinne Kennedy, DMD, assistant dean of curriculum and integrated learning, emphasizes the crucial role that antibiotic stewardship plays in dentistry to improve patient safety and reduce antimicrobial resistance globally.

At the Score 1 for Health and OneSight vision clinic at KCU, children discover the transformative power of clear vision. Annette Campbell, Director of Score 1 for Health, emphasizes how vital eye health is to a child’s growth and learning journey.

Struggling to get a good night's sleep? KCU alumna and renowned sleep expert Dr. Talene Churukian shares her top tips for better rest!

KCU's Dr. Niessen shares her top dental tips for enjoying Halloween treats without the tricks on your teeth! Learn how to indulge in your favorite sweets while keeping your smile healthy.

KCU has become the first U.S. medical school to debut a hands-on point-of-care ultrasound elective, using cutting-edge Butterfly ScanLab™ technology. This groundbreaking approach ensures students master ultrasound scanning proficiency, preparing them to enter residency ready to perform high-quality, real-time diagnostics.

KCU alumnus Forrest “Phog” Allen, DO (COM 1909), is not only a basketball coaching legend, but also a pioneer in sports medicine and sports psychiatry. 

One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime, making regular screenings vital. Dr. Nicole Fremarek from KCU shares current best practices to empower individuals in their health journey.

The average adult between the ages of 20 and 64 has three or more decayed or missing teeth. Today’s advances offer several options for replacing teeth. KCU’s Dr. Linda Niessen explains.

The impact of cyberbullying goes beyond the screen. It can lead to serious mental health issues, increased stress and anxiety, depression, violent behavior and low self-esteem. KCU's Dr. Ken Stewart speaks on the effects of cyberbullying and what we can do to stop it. 

Score 1 for Health Wellness Day was a huge success as approximately 155 fifth graders from Cecil Floyd, Jefferson and Royal Heights elementary schools arrived on the KCU-Joplin campus.

KCU faculty member Dr. Ben Grin, who also serves as chief medical officer of the Kansas City Health Department, is at the forefront of addressing critical public health issues like mpox. He shared his knowledge about the virus with Kansas City’s Fox4 News.