Tag: Health Disparity

In Their Own Words: How HIV and AIDS Changed the Lives of 3 Kansas Citians

By | November 17, 2022 |

Anjie Keyes’ life changed when she was diagnosed with HIV.

Three people living with HIV in Kansas City share what life is like and what they’ve experienced.

curiousKC | What Questions Do You Have Since HIV/AIDS First Emerged 40 Years Ago?

By | October 24, 2022 |

A collage of black and white photos of folks in Kansas City's community, many of whom were impacted by HIV. This image promotes a new documentary by Sandy Woodson "AIDS in KC" as well as Flatland Show's latest episode covering health inequities that emerged.

This month, Flatland reporters focus on the implications the HIV epidemic has had on health equity. What questions should we cover?

An Epidemic of Sleep Disorders: Here’s What KC Experts Suggest

By | July 19, 2022 |

A room in a sleep clinic shows a lamp, a twin bed with white sheets flipped open. On the nightstand is a phone, stethoscope and a mask. The American Psychological Association called sleep disorders an "epidemic." COVID-19 made things worse.

Sleep disorders are rising, more now than ever before. Learn why experts say it’s important to connect the dots between sleep, health and mental wellness.

The Tainted History of Infant Care, Parent Empowerment and Education

By | June 7, 2022 |

A vintage advertisement of infant formula shows a smiling nurse holding a baby over a bassinet. The infant formula shortage happening now has raised concerns of pre-existing disparities for mothers of color and low-income families. This story explains the history of how that happened.

Before the ongoing formula shortage, feeding one’s baby was rife with confusing advice. Here’s what history shows.

curiousKC | What Stories Do You Want to See About Health Care?

By | February 21, 2022 |

Hospital staff in Personal Protective Equipment such as robes, gloves and masks, treat a patient. This image accompanies our prompt that invites you, the public, to ask questions you want answered about health care.

Next up, Flatland’s team focuses on the questions you want to know about health care. See our previous coverage and write to us here.

Posts Tagged ‘Health Disparity’

In Their Own Words: How HIV and AIDS Changed the Lives of 3 Kansas Citians

curiousKC | What Questions Do You Have Since HIV/AIDS First Emerged 40 Years Ago?

An Epidemic of Sleep Disorders: Here’s What KC Experts Suggest

The Tainted History of Infant Care, Parent Empowerment and Education

curiousKC | What Stories Do You Want to See About Health Care?

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