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You may have recently heard in the news about the county budget cut to Project Access. And you might even have wondered, “what exactly is Project Access?” In coordination with the Medical Society of Sedgwick County, Project Access has coordinated access to donated medical care for uninsured, low-income residents of Sedgwick County since 1999. And, although the care is donated, there is still a significant cost in providing health care. They need money to pay for prescriptions, medical equipment, and other medical supplies. They do receive funding from sources like the United Way, but this budget cut will directly impact the amount of money they can spend on medications for their patients. If you have a Dillons Plus Shoppers Card, you can help Project Access at no cost to you, via the Dillons Community Rewards program. And every little bit helps.

Click here to register your card for this no-cost fundraising program and to designate Project Access as the recipient. Dillons will then make a corporate donation to this initiative each time you swipe your card. For more information, contact Anne Nelson, executive director of Project Access, at AnneNelson@cphcp.com or 316-688-0600.

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Sign up to be part of the KU School of Medicine- Wichita’s Heart Walk on Saturday, June 18. You can form your own team or sign up as an individual. Everyone’s welcome! Go to our team’s company page and join or create a team. You can also find us by visiting www.wichitaheartwalk.org and searching for KU School of Medicine under the “Find a Company” link.

A little healthy competition on the campus between teams sounds like fun for a great cause. Baby Jay’s boots are made for walking. How about yours?

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Is there a special event happening in your department? Do you know a student who has an interesting hobby, or who has made a significant accomplishment? Are you involved in community outreach? An educational program? A hands-on workshop or training session? Public affairs wants to know about any and all of these events. There are a variety of ways we can publicize events and accomplishments in the school, but we can’t promote them if we don’t know they’re happening. Though not every event is going to catch the attention of the media, we can still promote your event through one of our social media accounts, our monthly community newsletter, or by writing our own feature story for the school’s website. Keep us informed. Drop us an email and tell us what’s happening. We’ll share the good news.

Did you know public affairs offers a variety of items to support your department events? We’ve got your banners, flags, directional signs, easels, beverage tubs, and giant inflatable Jayhawk covered. Visit our website and fill out an event support request form to reserve the goods that will make your event shine. Additionally, you can request an appearance by our very own Baby Jay, who can greet and hang out with your guests, give photo ops, and generally create a fun atmosphere. Who doesn’t want a high five from Baby Jay? All Baby Jay appearances must have a direct connection to KUSM-W.

All of us here in public affairs are available to assist you in a number of ways when it comes to communication, public relations, and marketing. Need something edited or proofread? We can do it. Have a speech to write? We can help. Need a flier designed? Let us assist you. We can also answer questions you may have about branding, including logo use. As you may know, there are specifics when it comes to that area. If you have a project that is using a logo, run it by our office and we’ll help keep you out of trouble. Basically, contact us for any old thing. We’ll do our best to help you out. wicpa@kumc.edu

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Castlight www.mycastlight.com/SEHP (Registering worth 3 HQ credits, completing the quiz worth 2 HQ credits) Personalized health care tips that help you save Real People. Real Savings. Diana suffers from chronic ear infections, which used to require frequent and expensive visits to the emergency room. From a Castlight tip, she discovered that she could go to an urgent care clinic instead, which saved her over $100 each visit. What could you do with savings like that? Watch Diana's story and log in.

HealthQuest Monthly Seminar Worth 1 HQ credit www.kansashealthquest.com Lowering stroke risk Too young to have a stroke? Think again. While 75 percent of strokes happen to people 65 and older, strokes can and do happen to younger people. Learn the lifestyle choices that minimize your risk of stroke and how to recognize the signs using F.A.S.T. To get to the seminars, log on to www.kansashealthquest.com, click “Rewards” at the top, scroll down and click “More” under “Spend some time in the Library”

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Rx Savings Solutions https://portal.rxsavingssolutions.com/#/register Registration worth 3 HQ credits Divide and Conquer Combination prescription medications may be convenient for your lifestyle, but not always convenient for your wallet. Employees and dependents of the State Employee Health Plan (SEHP) can potentially save money on their prescriptions by filling the individual active ingredients of combination medications as separate prescriptions. Here is an example of how filling combination medications as separate prescriptions can save money: Utilizing our prescription savings pricing tool, 90 tablets of the cholesterol and high blood pressure medication amlodipine-atorvastatin (generic for Caduet®) costs $132.33. However, 90 tablets of the individual ingredients costs $19.45 for atorvastatin 40mg, and $8.26 for amlodipine 10mg respectively. That is a savings of $418.48 per year. Savings may be even greater if the patient uses their insurance card. Not all combination medications are available to be filled as individual ingredients, and patients need to be aware that increasing the number of prescriptions taken means more responsibility. Talk with your doctor to see if this is an option for you. It is important for patients to be active participants in managing their health.

Well-being EAP webinar schedule

3 p.m. Thursday, May 26 Letting Go of the Things That Hold You Back 3 p.m. Tuesday, June 21 Gratitude: A Skill for Happier Living Register here. EAP monthly webinar series Worth 1 HQ credit Letting Go of the Things That Hold You Back "Living the good life." How often have we heard that statement? Usually its meaning is about happiness, health and satisfaction within our lives. In this session we’ll discuss what’s needed to accomplish “the good life.” What to bring along on life’s journey, what to leave behind, what to acquire along the way. If you cannot attend at the scheduled time but are interested, register and a recording will be sent to you via email following the webinar. Or if you only have 5-10 minutes, check out the On-Demand Trainings at www.guidanceresources.com (Company ID: SOKEAP). These short training modules include fun, interactive features, and help you build practical skills to deal with real-life challenges.

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Staff ASA Standardized Patient pool Preventive Medicine and Public Health Research assistant Psychiatry Clinical trials participant recruiter PRN clinical research nurse WCGME Office coordinator

Faculty Family & Community Medicine Department faculty Research faculty Residency faculty Internal Medicine Associate program director & coordinator of Quality Improvement Education and Research General internist/hospitalist Neurologist

Pediatrics Outpatient pediatrician Pediatric pulmonologist Psychiatry Child and adolescent psychiatrist General psychiatrist Neuropsychologist For more information, contact Leona Johnson, human resources, 293-1803, or ljohnson7@kumc.edu. For a complete and up-to-date listing, click on JOB VACANCIES.

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Aflac open enrollment is May 15 – June 15. For plan information, rates and enrollment, visit www.aflac.com/kumc. How to enroll: Case ID: A964 User ID: 3 to 7 digits (last 3 -7 numbers of employee ID) Password: KUMC2016 (case sensitive) Enter security code. Site is menu driven, read instructions thoroughly. Be sure to click the submit button. For enrollment questions or if you are unable to access, please contact Terry Burnett, Aflac associate, at 316-788-2212 or terry_burnett@us.aflac.com.

Retaining and recruiting exceptional individuals and offering fair and competitive compensation is essential to the continued growth and success of KU Medical Center. That's why human resources has engaged CBIZ Human Capital Services to assist in a study of current job compensation and classifications. The results will be used to update job descriptions and classifications and HR needs your help to get an accurate description of your current job. If you haven’t already, you will receive an email with instructions to complete an online job analysis questionnaire. Read more.

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May 19 KAKE Channel 10 Special Report: Study shows swaddling could increase the risk of SIDS May 5 KAKE Channel 10 Free skin cancer screening takes place Saturday May 4 KWCH Channel 12 Does It Work: 4moms Infant Tub April 21 The Wichita Eagle People You Should Know: 4-Wichita Board Members

Feb. 29 The Wichita Eagle Garold Minns: KU School of Medicine-Wichita marks milestones despite tight budgets

Feb. 29 Wichita Business Journal Two pediatric oncologists hired through KU Med, Wesley partnership

For all the latest news stories and press releases about KUSM-W, visit our news page.

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Many research opportunities are available. To make a referral into a clinical trial for early Alzheimer’s disease, depression, or schizophrenia, call 316-293-1833 or email clinicaltrialunit@kumc.edu. More information and a study interest form can be found on our website. KU Wichita Clinical Trial Unit needs participants with Alzheimer’s disease for a research study. Volunteers may be able to participate in this study if he or she is 50-90 years old and has been diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment due to Alzheimer’s disease or mild Alzheimer’s disease. Those who qualify will be provided with all study medication or placebo and procedures at no cost. You will receive an MRI and amyloid PET imaging. Study participation consists of 43 visits over 90 weeks. Study participants will be compensated for their travel. For more information, call 316-293-1833. KU Wichita Clinical Trial Unit needs participants with schizophrenia for a research study. Volunteers may be able to participate in this study if he or she is 18-40 years old and has been diagnosed with schizophrenia. Those who qualify will be provided with all study medication and procedures at no cost. Study participation lasts approximately 16 weeks. Study participants will be compensated for their time. For more information, call 316-293-1833.

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The KUSM-W Office of Research will provide funds for resident travel to present research at a professional conference. Up to $2,000 may be requested with an equal match of funds required from the residency program. Funds are also available for open access and publication fees. Up to $1,000 may be requested with an equal match of funds required for the department or residency program. These funds are provided by grants to WCGME from the Kansas Biosciences Authority. View the travel grant application.

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Susan Stipp May 27

Congratulations on your employment anniversary. We’re glad you’re here.

Warren Theater discounted tickets are now available for sale in the MPA Administration Office, on a limited basis, from 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays. The cost is $7 per ticket. Please make sure you have exact change, cash only. Contact Deborah Dale at 293-3526 or ddale2@kumc.edu with questions.

If not, you’re missing out on some great content. We’ve got videos about students, adventures with Baby Jay, KUSM-W in the community, and more. Click the logo to check them out. While you’re there, subscribe to our channel so you won’t miss another frame.

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We are collecting new and gently used children’s books for the Turn a Page. Touch a Mind.® reading program. Books for children of all ages are needed. If you have books to donate, drop off in public affairs or at the KU Wichita Pediatrics Clinic at Carriage Parkway. Before donating books, review these guidelines. If you have any questions contact Julie Wellner at julie.wellner@wesleymc.com or 962-7386.

Pediatric Grand Rounds are held from noon to 1 p.m. at Wesley Medical Center, 550 N. Hillside, Wesley Koch B/C. Sessions are presented through Adobe Connect to Carriage Park Conference Room. If you have any questions, contact Cindy Roth at croth@kumc.edu or 962-2253.

Friday, May 27 “Health Care for Incarcerated Youth” Mark Harrison, M.D. Associate professor, pediatrics clerkship director KU School of Medicine-Wichita

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We know and understand the tornado risks associated with living in tornado alley, but did you know we have a greater chance of experiencing a flash flood than a tornado? Flash floods occur in low-lying areas, along creeks, streams, and rivers and in areas where there is poor drainage (there are several streets near campus that are known to have poor drainage). Flash floods can occur with only inches of rain but can cause a rapid rise of water measured in feet. Just last month Wichita experienced widespread flash flooding. Check out this video of one nearby street and sidewalk submerged in rapidly flowing water. So what is a flash flood? It is flooding that occurs very rapidly, usually within six hours of a heavy rainfall. This rapid rise of water can tear out trees, destroy roadways and bridges, and wash away anything in its path, including vehicles and people. The most common mistake people make during flash floods is underestimating the force and power of water. If you cannot see the surface below you, you cannot know the depth of the water or if the surface is even still there. It only takes about six inches of water to sweep you off your feet (that is just above ankle deep). We have all heard “Turn Around-Don’t Drown,” but there are other risks associated with floodwaters:

Hazardous materials in the water.

Fallen electrical lines. Sharp and heavy debris floating or hidden in the current. So when (not if, but when) you come up on a flooded area, don’t risk your life or your vehicle. Turn around and find an alternate route or find a safe place to wait it out. If your vehicle does stall in a flash flood, leave it immediately and move to higher ground. Then call 911 for help. During heavy rains and thunderstorms, pay close attention to local radio and TV announcements and obey road closure signs. And remember it is always a good idea to keep an emergency weather radio nearby. For more information on flash flood safety, contact emergency management at somwemergencysafety@kumc.edu or 293-3409.

Wichita flash flood. April 26, 2016. http://www.kake.com/home/headlines/Tuesdays-storm-causes-flash-flooding-in-Wichita-streets-377498921.html

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