KCU in the News
Nutrition initiative aims to transform patient care
Kansas City University hosted a regional roundtable as part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Nutrition Initiative, bringing together federal health leaders, physicians, educators and community partners to advance nutrition education in medical training.
Safety tips during the summer of soccer
As Kansas City embraces the summer of soccer, Dr. Nicole Fremarek shares tips for staying active while avoiding common injuries.
Heat safety starts with hydration
When temperatures climb, staying hydrated is one of the most important ways to protect your health.
Want a healthier brain? Start with these everyday habits
Dr. Ken Stewart shares how regular exercise, quality sleep, a Mediterranean-style diet and staying socially engaged can help protect cognitive function and lower the risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
The psychology of sports fandom: How teams bring people together
From the World Cup to hometown teams, sports create shared experiences that connect people across cultures and communities.
Helping kids and families create a healthy summer reset
Summer break can be a welcome change of pace, but the lack of structure can make it challenging for children to maintain healthy habits.
Breaking the stigma: Helping boys and men talk about mental health
During Men's Health Awareness Month, Dr. Jason Malousek shared how stigma can prevent boys and men from talking about their mental health.
Food safety during a power outage: If in doubt, throw it out
After severe storms caused widespread power outages across Southwest Missouri, Dr. Ken Stewart shared the importance of food safety.
How oral health may impact brain health
Your oral health may have a greater impact on your overall health than you realize.
Staying safe from ticks this summer
As tick activity increases across the Midwest this summer, Dr. Gautam Desai discussed where ticks are commonly found, how to properly remove them, symptoms to watch for after a bite and ways to reduce exposure.
KCU graduate discusses path to becoming a space doctor
From dreaming about space travel to training as a future space doctor, Kansas City University graduate Jason-Flor Sisante is taking the next step toward a career in aerospace medicine through the United States Navy’s aerospace medicine program.
Fifteen years later: Doctor reflects on Joplin tornado
Fifteen years after the devastating Joplin tornado, Dr. Ken Stewart still remembers the chaos, resilience and lifesaving efforts that followed one of the deadliest tornadoes in U.S. history.