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🌟 LiveWell Weekly: Big Wins for Community Health! This week’s newsletter is packed with ways we’re working together to build a healthier Finney County! 🩺 March 10 is National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day Did you know women account for nearly 1 in 5 new HIV diagnoses in the U.S.? Testing, prevention, and treatment save lives — and awareness helps reduce stigma. 💙 Colon Cancer Prevention Matters Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths

This week’s LiveWell Newsletter highlights two important March observances: Colon Cancer Prevention Month and Problem Gambling Awareness Month. Colorectal cancer remains one of the most preventable cancers when detected early. In this issue, we share screening recommendations, lifestyle tips to reduce risk, and details about our upcoming Colon Cancer Lunch & Learn on March 23 featuring Dr. Rodrigue Fontem. With Finney County ranking 103rd out of 105 Kansas counties for health

This week’s LiveWell Finney County newsletter highlights practical steps our community can take to improve overall health and well-being. We’re featuring the CDC Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), an evidence-based, year-long program offered locally through the Finney County Health Department. The program focuses on moderate weight loss, increasing physical activity, and building sustainable lifestyle habits to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes. If you’ve been told you have

This week’s LiveWell News highlights a valuable resource that can help Kansas residents afford needed prescriptions: Cairn Health. Cairn Health, based in Wichita, can mail many medications and some diabetic supplies statewide — and LiveWell can help you navigate the process. Who may qualify: Kansas residents with monthly income at or below 185% of the Federal Poverty Level who are uninsured or seniors without Medicare Part D drug coverage. Typical costs (up to a 3-month suppl

This week’s LiveWell Newsletter highlights opportunities to take proactive steps toward better health and well-being in Finney County. In partnership with the Finney County Health Department, LiveWell is offering a free CDC National Diabetes Prevention Program for adults with prediabetes or those at risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. This evidence-based program focuses on small, realistic lifestyle changes and includes weekly sessions beginning January 23. Space is limited,

LiveWell Finney County Weekly Update – January 5, 2026 LiveWell Finney County is inviting community members and partners to help shape the future of health in Finney County by participating in upcoming Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) Community Meetings on Tuesday, January 27. These meetings build on findings from the Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA), which identified three priority areas for the next three years: Access to Care, Behavioral Health (including s

As 2025 draws to a close, the LiveWell Finney County team wants to extend a huge THANK YOU to our incredible community! As we take a moment to look back, we’re filled with pride at all the amazing things we’ve accomplished together this past year. Your engagement, passion, and dedication have made this past year truly remarkable. We’ve seen so many positive strides towards a healthier, happier Finney County, and it’s all thanks to you. We can’t wait to see all the amazing thi

This week’s LiveWell Finney County newsletter highlights important community health updates and upcoming opportunities to get involved. We are sharing information about the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, a free, confidential, 24/7 resource available to anyone experiencing emotional distress, mental health challenges, or substance use concerns — or those worried about a loved one. There will be no regular coalition meeting in December, with our next monthly coalition meeting s

LiveWell Finney County – Weekly Newsletter Summary (Nov. 24, 2025) This week’s newsletter focuses on safety, health awareness, and community learning opportunities for Finney County residents. 🌟 🚗 Prepare for the Unexpected: Build Your Car Emergency Kit With winter weather already showing up across Finney County, LiveWell encourages residents to assemble a well-stocked car emergency kit inspired by American Red Cross recommendations. Essentials include: First aid kit 🩹 Jum