Good morning! Today is Wednesday, July 24, and this week’s health news reaches local and national. Find out about a grant to improve school-based health services in Kansas, the positive impact of humor in parenting on children’s mental health, and the link between a healthy lifestyle and a lower risk of depression in later life.
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New $2.5 Million Medicaid Grant Will Expand Mental Health Services in Kansas Schools
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment and Kansas Medicaid have secured a $2.5 million grant to enhance school-based health services, including mental health support for children and families, marking a significant step towards improving access to essential care in schools.
New Research Shows Just How Important Humor is in Good Parenting
Humor might be a crucial tool in parenting; with positive effects on children’s mental health and family dynamics.
A Simple Tool May Be Able to Predict Your Risk for Both Dementia And Depression, Study Finds
A new study suggests that maintaining a high Brain Care Score, which includes aerobic exercise and a healthy lifestyle, can significantly lower the risk of developing depression in later life.
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