Health Department

Mercy & Truth Healthcare Ministry, based in Kansas City and Shawnee, KS, is dedicated to providing comprehensive primary care services to both insured and uninsured individuals, ensuring access to quality healthcare for all. With a vision of empowering communities to take charge of their physical and spiritual health, the organization emphasizes compassionate, Christian care aimed at transforming lives. Since its inception in 1995, Mercy & Truth has actively engaged in international missions, sending over 75 medical teams to more than 50 countries to address healthcare needs globally. Their commitment to serving the underserved is evident through their sliding scale fee option and focus on holistic wellbeing, targeting improved health outcomes and spiritual renewal in the communities they serve. Generated from the website

Preventive Medicine and Public Health, located in Kansas City, Kan., operates as a department of The University of Kansas Medical Center. The department offers a range of educational programs in public health and preventive medicine. It conducts research work in obesity, cardiovascular diseases and cancer. The department operates cancer and tobacco control programs. Preventive Medicine and Public Health also conducts a nation health promotion and disease prevention program. It also provides health care and consulting services. In addition, the department offers classes in topics related to epidemiology. Preventive Medicine and Public Health employs a staff of teachers and administrative personnel.