Johnson County Kansas

Like the rest of the body, the brain requires exercise and maintenance to maintain good health. In the new year, evaluate how to accomplish these five activities for a healthy you.

Though 2025 has just begun, avid vegetable gardens know that cool-season crops can begin to be grown indoors in just a handful of weeks.

As we approach the end of the year, we may find ourselves cleaning and organizing things to host guests for the holidays or to bring in the new year in a clean and organized house.

The gloomy winter months are a struggle for a plant lover, like me. It may be cold and brown on the outside, but not so inside as my house gets overcrowded with tropicals, cacti and tropical cacti that had spent the growing season on my deck.

With the upcoming open enrollment period for Medicare, it’s essential for Johnson County Medicare beneficiaries to be aware of the various notices they may receive.

When first eligible for Medicare, beneficiaries make significant decisions.

With autumn on the not-so-distant horizon, many who don’t wish to carry their vegetable garden through the fall may be looking for recommendations on how to prepare it for winter, settling the garden for the season.

Public health plays a vital role in the well-being of the Johnson County community. Welcome to the county's Health Guide, a resource to connect you with local health services and guidance.

Depression and anxiety are the most common mental health conditions worldwide affecting individuals young and old. There are many factors that contribute to our mental well-being, including genetics, social and economic issues, substance use, and where we live. But did you know that what you eat can also play a role in your mood? Interactions between food and our mood are complex, but more evidence is emerging that there is a direct link.