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Recent News
Christina Holt Named Interim Director of KU Center for Community Health and Development
After 36 years of research and leadership, CCHD Director Vincent Francisco retires this May. He has led the CCHD since 2015, overseeing its role as a WHO collaborating center and co-developing the Community Tool Box.
Q & A: Six Questions with Angeline Bottera
Angeline Bottera focuses on developing accessible interventions for individuals with co-occurring sleep conditions and eating disorders.
KU program that assists Kansans live independently to host open house April 22
The public is invited to an open house offered by Assistive Technology for Kansans on April 22 on the KU campus.
KU study tracks 43 years of intellectual and developmental disability funding trends
The latest available data shows a vital shift toward community-based care for nearly 1 million Americans, but University of Kansas researchers warn that Medicaid uncertainty could force a return to institutions.
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An economic analysis indicates the KU Life Span Institute an estimated $30 million impact on the Kansas economy
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