KCU in the News

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.

Studies show that, over time, poor sleep can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. KCU’s Dr. Ken Stewart explains the connection and offers tips to ensure good sleep hygiene.

First-year students in KCU's College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Dental Medicine and College of Biosciences traded the classroom for volunteerism when they joined faculty and staff in the University’s time-honored tradition of We Care Day. 

Kansas City University (KCU), the leading provider of physicians for the state of Missouri, has announced plans to further expand its offerings by developing an anesthesiologist assistant program based at its Joplin, Missouri, campus. 

Leaving for college is an exciting time for both students and parents, but it can also be very emotional. KCU's Dr. Getch provides tips to parents to help during this transition.

KCU-Joplin officially welcomed 162 new medical students in the class of 2028 with a traditional white coat ceremony that took place July 28, 2024.

More than 150 of KCU-Joplin’s newest medical students learned a little bit more about their new community with a bus tour of area attractions. 

Tooth sensitivity is a common condition that causes discomfort when consuming certain foods and drinks. KCU’s Dr. Linda Niessen explains the causes and offers tips for those who suffer from it.

Diabetes affects an estimated 38 million people. Those with diabetes are at higher risk for related complications including a number of oral health concerns.