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by John W. Bluford
HHEDC
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Wellness Tip: Protect Yourself from the Sun | |
Skin cancer is one of the most common kinds of cancer - and one of the most preventable. Sun exposure is by far the most common cause of skin cancer. In fact, 90 percent of skin cancer occurs on parts of the body that usually aren't covered with clothing when you go outside - your face, hands, forearms and ears. Practice these sun-sensible habits to protect your skin:
- Avoid peak sun hours between 10 am and 4 pm
- Cover exposed areas
- Use sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30 and don't skimp!
- Avoid reflective surfaces and indoor tanning beds or sunlamps
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Welcome to
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT! |
Greetings!
Truman Medical Centers is committed to improving the quality of life in Kansas City and the surrounding communities through its department of Community Engagement.
Here is the latest news in our efforts to lead the way to a healthier community.
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 A Night in Brazil
Join the Hospital Hill Economic Development Corporation for a "A Night in Brazil," on Wednesday, June 13, 6 - 8 pm at Fogo de Chao on the Country Club Plaza. Enjoy fine Brazilian fare, signature cocktails, Samba dancers, Brazilian jazz and an auction of jewelry and other fabulous items. All proceeds for this event benefit the HHEDC and their efforts to bring healthy food options to Kansas City's urban core. For more information or for tickets, please click here. |
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Kansas City Metro Leadership Series
If you're interested in public service, consider attending the Kansas City Metro Leadership Series. This four-session course helps prepare emerging community leaders to serve effectively on nonprofit and public service boards and commissions. Topics include board governance, legal dimensions of boards, and the board's role in fundraising and development. The series is presented in partnership with Truman Medical Centers, the Hospital Hill Economic Development Corporation and the Midwest Center for Nonprofit Leadership at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, and is funded in part by the REACH Healthcare Foundation. David O. Renz, Ph.D of the UMKC Bloch School of Management will serve as facilitator. To find out more about Dr. Renz, please click here. For more information about the series, call 816-404-8046, or click here. |
 Community Partner Spotlight: Hospital Hill Economic Development Corporation The Hospital Hill Economic Development Corporation (HHEDC), is dedicated to bringing health and wellness to Kansas City's Urban Core. HHEDC Board of Directors and staff are working on their landmark project, a community grocery store and produce market which will provide healthy food choices to the urban core. HHEDC also is planning to create a mobile market that will help alleviate food deserts throughout the Kansas City area. HHEDC is focused on urban economic development in the immediate area around Hospital Hill near downtown Kansas City. The HHEDC targets development in a three square mile area bordered on the west by Main Street, the north by 18th Street, the east by Prospect Avenue, and the south by 31st Street. For additional information about the HHEDC and what they do, please click here. |
 Golf Baby Golf: A Benefit for TMC Lakewood Family Birthplace
TMC's Golf Baby Golf!, ranked one of Kansas City's Top Five Charitable Tournaments, is a sell out. But you can still lend vital support for babies! Your donation ensures a special delivery for your designated golf ball - or three, or seven, for that matter! That's right, on June 15 a helicopter whirls over beautiful WinterStone Golf Course, releasing hundreds of golf balls on the course.
The three balls closest to the pin win great prizes:
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Upcoming Community Events
June 2 - KiKi Curls Public Health and Safety Fair 9 am -1 pm
Swope Park Health Services, 3801 Blue Parkway Kansas City, MO 64130
June 9 - Dia de la Familia (Health Screenings & Youth Summit) 10 am - 2 pm Mattie Rhodes Northeast 148 N. Topping Ave. Kansas City, MO 64123
June 13 - A Night in Brazil 6 - 8 pm Fogo de Chao 222 West 47th Street Kansas City, MO 64112
June 16 - Grillin' 4 Him Noon - 3 pm Leon's Thriftway 4400 East 39th Street Kansas City, MO 64128
June 22-24 - Fiesta Kansas City Crown Center 2405 Grand Blvd. Kansas City, MO 64108
June 23 - Bike Rodeo 10 am-2 pm Bethany Park Central Ave. and North 12th Street Kansas City, KS 66102
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