Equality and Opportunity

The State of Kentucky is well known for its smooth, oaky, one-of-a-kind bourbon. But what is less known about the Bluegrass State is its rich history of hemp cultivation that predates the founding of the country. Kentucky even led the nation in hemp production throughout the 19th century, directly contributing to the creation of essential rope, twi ...

The daughter of an 83-year-old stroke survivor thought she had found the answer. Her father, who suffered from dementia, had made remarkable progress in inpatient rehab, regaining the ability to walk and perform basic tasks. But once he was discharged, Medicare sent him to a home-health agency in a remote area where therapy was infrequent and poo ...

California native Helina Beck grew up mesmerized by her big sister Holly's passion for surfing. Holly, who is ten years Helina's senior, didn't just love surfing; she excelled at it. Eight-year-old Helina watched as her sister travelled the world, garnered sponsorships and magazine features and even starred in a reality TV show. When Helina express ...

According to the Maine Bureau of Insurance, Mainers can expect to see increases of as much as 25% in health insurance rates beginning in 2026.  While Maine already has some of the highest health insurance costs in the country, insurance providers claim the rising cost of health care is forcing their hand. To combat the anticipated rise in insuranc ...

Finding a great healthcare provider is like winning the lottery. And Nurse Practitioner (NP) Marcy Markes' patients have hit the jackpot. Since 2003, Marcy has owned and operated the Columbia Allergy and Asthma Specialists clinic in Columbia, Missouri, where she provides vital treatment to about 6,500 grateful patients a year. As a true testamen ...

Suing for reparations in Wichita An activist is suing the City of Wichita and its city council in federal court for not considering a reparations ordinance. Mary Dean's pro se lawsuit alleges that the city council directed Dean to present her proposed ordinance to the Diversity, Inclusion, and Civil Rights Advisory Board instead of presenting it b ...

The opulence of the Gilded Age in America is so mesmerizing, it's no wonder HBO's series of the same name has been such a hit with viewers. The ornate architecture, lavish fashion, and over-the-top balls of the time easily lend themselves to delightful storytelling. But it is the characters that make this era truly intriguing. The show highlight ...

For many Missourians, access to healthcare is out of reach. Eighty percent of the state is considered a healthcare desert, with too few providers to meet the needs of local residents. Missouri ranks among the worst in the nation for primary care shortages, and in some rural counties, patients must drive 30 to 45 minutes just to reach the nearest ho ...

Imagine that after years of suffering from debilitating back pain, you finally found a physical therapist you love. Unlike the countless others you had tried in the past, this provider takes a holistic big-picture approach to your treatment plan. And the practice is mobile—ideal for those days when the pain makes it difficult to leave the house. ...