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KHI and partners release tool to aid AI policy for public health

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Jan. 31, 2025 — The rapid growth of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools has prompted many sectors, including public health organizations, to explore or discuss how these tools could be used. The Kansas Health Institute, in collaboration with Health Resources in Action and the Community Engagement Institute at Wichita State University, along with state and national partners, has created Developing Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policies for Public Health Organizations: A Template and Guidance.

 

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Kansas’ senior population is growing. How is it protecting its oldest residents?

KCUR (Steve Kraske, Elizabeth Ruiz)
 

Jan. 27, 2025 — Older adults who must rely on others for basic tasks are more at risk of elder abuse. As the senior population grows, Kansas is working to protect aging adults. Through a grant awarded to the Kansas Health Institute, advocates across the state are working to raise awareness and help promote healthy aging.

 

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Kansas 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Coordinating Council issues 2024 report

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Jan. 22, 2025 — The state of Kansas 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline issued a report highlighting its efforts for 2024. The council’s report was made for the 2025 Kansas Legislature with support from the Kansas Health Institute.  KHI analyst Valentina Blanchard notes, “Data show a rise in calls to Kansas 988 centers throughout 2024, reflecting growing awareness of this important resource.”

 

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