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Kansas City skyline goes green for Mental Health Awareness Month

(5 days ago) WEBKANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City skyline is turning green to bring attention to 988, the number people can call if they need mental health support …

https://fox4kc.com/you-matter/kansas-city-skyline-goes-green-for-mental-health-awareness-month/

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Untreated mental illness costs the Midwest - NPR in Kansas City

(5 days ago) WEBNearly one-third of adults with a mental illness in Missouri went untreated in 2019. Some states have adopted new laws in an attempt to make care more accessible, …

https://www.kcur.org/health/2023-11-22/untreated-mental-illness-costs-the-midwest-millions-some-states-are-trying-to-fix-that

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Kansas City native hopes to bring change to student's battling …

(7 days ago) WEBKANSAS CITY, Mo. — A man from West Africa has found a new purpose in Kansas City, channeling his own struggles into an initiative aimed at supporting …

https://www.kshb.com/news/local-news/people-are-losing-their-battle-kc-man-hopes-to-bring-change-for-students-battling-with-mental-health

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Kansas ranks among the worst in the country on both …

(1 days ago) WEBThe report, based largely on data from 2019 and 2020, found 9% of Kansas youth had a substance use disorder, more than any other state. Over a quarter of adults had a mental illness and over 6%

https://www.kcur.org/news/2022-10-18/kansas-ranks-among-the-worst-in-the-country-on-both-mental-illness-and-its-treatment

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Kansas City mental health expert weighs in on …

(4 days ago) WEBJohnson County Mental Health Center (Johnson County): 913-268-0156. Kanza Mental Health and Guidance Center (Brown, …

https://www.kshb.com/news/local-news/kansas-city-mental-health-expert-weighs-in-on-reactions-to-violence

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'It’s literally life-saving.' Kansas teens - NPR in Kansas …

(6 days ago) WEBHoisington, Kansas, high school cheerleaders help with a Zero Reasons Why banner signing at a home football game. Students are encouraged to write messages about teen mental health.

https://www.kcur.org/news/2022-12-05/its-literally-life-saving-kansas-teens-support-each-other-through-mental-health-struggles

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News - Metro Council

(Just Now) WEBNews – Metropolitan Council of Community Mental Health Centers. Mental Health KC Conference 2024: Facing Trauma and Fighting Stigma KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Mental Health KC is an informative, timely and …

https://mentalhealthkc.org/news-updates/

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KC experts talk current state of mental health crisis - KSHB 41 …

(4 days ago) WEBSchlagel said the on-going mental health crisis is at an all time high following two years of isolation during the pandemic. According to a world wide survey, 41% of …

https://www.kshb.com/news/local-news/kc-mental-health-experts-advocates-talk-current-state-of-mental-health-crisis-solutions

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KC kids’ mental health is a major concern, says new study Kansas …

(4 days ago) WEBApril 29, 2022 11:00 AM. Mental health and stable housing were among doctors’ top concerns for kids in Kansas City, according to a new report from Children’s Mercy …

https://www.kansascity.com/news/business/health-care/article260894487.html

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Mental health resources in the wake of KC parade shooting

(6 days ago) WEBOn Thursday Feb. 15, the Kansas City community gathered at a prayer vigil to honor the victims of Wednesday's shooting at the conclusion of the Chiefs' Super …

https://spectrumlocalnews.com/mo/kansas-city/news/2024/02/16/kansas-city-mental-health-resources

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Black Mental Health Initiative Launches Program to Increase …

(2 days ago) WEBby Jazzlyn Johnson April 9, 2021. When therapist Cecil Wattree, founder of the Kansas City Black Mental Health Initiative, launched a program for Black clients to receive free …

https://www.communityvoiceks.com/2021/04/09/black-mental-health-initiative-launches-program-to-increase-access-to-therapy/

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Mental health issues on the rise among KC metro area kids

(4 days ago) WEBA community health assessment by Children’s Mercy Hospital showed a striking rise in mental health problems for kids ages 5-17 across Kansas City area …

https://www.kansascity.com/news/business/health-care/article229671824.html

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Mental Health KC Conference 2024: Facing Trauma and Fighting …

(4 days ago) WEBThis is the 8th year for the Mental Health KC Conference, which takes place in May in recognition of National Mental Health Awareness Month. When: Thursday, …

https://mentalhealthkc.org/cmhc-news/mental-health-kc-conference-2024-facing-trauma-and-fighting-stigma/

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Metro Council - Community Behavioral Health Centers of Kansas City

(7 days ago) WEBMental Health America Warmline: 913-281-2251 National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) 1-800-SUICIDE (784-2433) Text line 741 741

https://mentalhealthkc.org/

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Missouri must fix Kansas City mental health hospital, but the …

(7 days ago) WEBFacebook/Missouri Department of Mental Health. If Gov. Mike Parson signs off on construction of a new $300-million psychiatric hospital in Kansas City — and we …

https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/editorials/article275665671.html

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KC Current x Blue KC Sideline the Stigma - Kansas City Current

(9 days ago) WEBIn partnership with Synergy Services and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City we hosted our Sideline the Stigma Event on August 26, 2023. The event was open to youth …

https://www.kansascitycurrent.com/sideline-the-stigma-pres-by-blue-kc

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Greater Kansas City Mental Health Coalition – It's OK.

(7 days ago) WEBThe Health & Wellness of our Kansas City community is critical to sustain and grow our beautiful hometown. The Greater Kansas City Mental Health Coalition collaborates …

https://itsok.us/

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Kansas City mental health crisis center continues to see high demand

(5 days ago) WEBKANSAS CITY, Mo. — The number of people the KC Assessment and Triage Center serves has increased every year since the center opened in 2016. …

https://www.kshb.com/news/local-news/kansas-city-mental-health-crisis-center-continues-to-see-high-demand

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Kansans struggle with access to mental health care - NPR in …

(7 days ago) WEBThe Kansas News Service is a collaboration of KCUR, Kansas Public Radio, KMUW and High Plains Public Radio focused on health, the social determinants of …

https://www.kcur.org/news/2023-04-05/kansans-struggle-with-access-to-mental-health-care-but-the-state-is-retooling-its-coverage

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Kansas City skyline goes green for Mental Health Awareness …

(2 days ago) WEBKANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City skyline is turning green to bring attention to 988, the number people can call if they need mental health support …

https://www.yahoo.com/news/kansas-city-skyline-goes-green-014300783.html

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Mental health crisis among teenagers requires bold action, but …

(2 days ago) WEBPublic health data reveals a jump in rates of psychological distress for teenagers in the past decade — as well as self-harm. The "C" word gets thrown around …

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-05-05/mental-health-crisis-teenagers-generation-overwhelmed/103611004

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Kansas bill to limit gender-affirming care for transgender - ABC …

(2 days ago) WEBAt least 200 Kansas health care providers signed a letter to lawmakers opposing a veto override. Transgender youth and parents of transgender children …

https://abcnews.go.com/Health/wireStory/gop-lawmakers-kansas-moving-override-veto-ban-gender-109753673

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NYPD body cameras show mother pleading “Don - Associated …

(2 days ago) WEBNew York’s attorney general’s office has released police body camera footage showing New York City police officers shooting and killing a 19-year-old man …

https://apnews.com/article/police-shooting-mental-illness-body-camera-b39446e826db93348b6189f6097fd6d1

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Missouri & Kansas Health Care News Kansas City Star

(3 days ago) WEBKC Children’s Mercy unveils ‘bold’ $275 million effort to fight kids’ mental health crisis. Updated June 15, 2023, 5:28 PM. Read the latest updates on health care, …

https://www.kansascity.com/news/business/health-care/

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Even more Missourians are stuck waiting in jails - NPR in Kansas …

(7 days ago) WEBThe department received $300 million this year to open a new hospital in Kansas City and expects 100 beds there to be used for competency restoration, Huhn …

https://www.kcur.org/news/2023-12-13/even-more-missourians-are-stuck-waiting-in-jails-for-court-ordered-mental-health-treatment

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Family of Olathe man killed by police files lawsuit against Olathe …

(8 days ago) WEBOLATHE, Kan. (KCTV) - The family of an Olathe man killed by police on New Year’s Eve in 2022 filed a lawsuit Friday against the City of Olathe and Olathe Police Department. The …

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime/family-of-olathe-man-killed-by-police-files-lawsuit-against-olathe-pd/ar-AA1o79ZU

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Costa Mesa must accommodate clients of mental health group …

(5 days ago) WEBFour addiction treatment businesses on three properties fell within 650 feet of Beatificato’s mental health treatment center. Soon enough, the city’s development …

https://www.latimes.com/socal/daily-pilot/news/story/2024-05-02/judge-rules-costa-mesa-must-accommodate-residents-at-mental-health-home

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What channel is NASCAR Kansas qualifying on today? Time, TV …

(3 days ago) WEBTrack: Kansas Speedway (1.5-mile oval) at Kansas City, Kansas. NASCAR Kansas news, stories. ERIK JONES OUT FOR ONE MORE WEEK:Erik …

https://www.tennessean.com/story/sports/nascar/2024/05/04/nascar-kansas-qualifying-channel-today-time-tv-schedule-streaming-adventhealth-400/73519481007/

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NASCAR at Kansas odds, predictions: Proven model reveals …

(4 days ago) WEBThe NASCAR Cup Series season will continue on Sunday when the 2024 AdventHealth 400 is held at Kansas Speedway. The 1.5-mile tri-oval has been a fixture …

https://www.cbssports.com/nascar/news/nascar-at-kansas-odds-predictions-proven-model-reveals-surprising-2024-adventhealth-400-picks-leaderboard/

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Family of man killed by Olathe police files - The Kansas City Star

(9 days ago) WEBA federal lawsuit was filed Friday in an Olathe police shooting that took the life of a 27-year-old man who was in a mental health crisis. Brandon Lynch, 27, was killed …

https://www.kansascity.com/news/local/article286820700.html

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Health KCUR - Kansas City news and NPR

(7 days ago) WEB00000170-7a58-de86-a9fd-fe582fd30000 A collaboration among KCUR Public Radio, KCPT Public Television, KHI News Service and Kansas Public Radio, Heartland …

https://www.kcur.org/health

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Vietnamese backpacker Joy finds community in the outback town …

(3 days ago) WEBThe 29-year-old landed in Birdsville, 1,500 kilometres west of Brisbane, expecting a bustling airport but instead walked straight off the runway and across the …

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-05-05/vietnamese-backpacker-joy-birdsville-outback-community/103794262

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Tasha Haefs pleads not guilty in Kansas City murder case Kansas …

(5 days ago) WEBEmily Curiel [email protected]. A Kansas City woman accused of killing her 6-year-old son in 2022 pleaded not guilty to a pair of charges Monday after she was …

https://www.kansascity.com/news/local/crime/article288057190.html

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Maine governor signs off on new gun laws, mental health …

(7 days ago) WEBMaine governor signs off on new gun laws, mental health supports in wake of Lewiston shootings. FILE - Gov. Janet Mills attends an event, March 11, 2022, in …

https://apnews.com/article/maine-governor-signs-laws-gun-control-4bc11dc818cc678b25488d36cf9bcfdd

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Kansas City nonprofit offers 'stability and connection' to end …

(8 days ago) WEBAvenue of Life in Kansas City, Kansas, works with school liaisons to identify students in need of a variety of supports. Within 24 hours after being notified, the …

https://www.kcur.org/news/2024-04-24/kansas-city-nonprofit-offers-stability-and-connection-to-end-student-homelessness

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