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The account is no longer active or monitored. LiveWell Johnson County is an initiative of the Johnson County Department of Health and Environment.

Please see the Johnson County Department of Health and Environment for updates about chronic disease prevention and healthy living. A grant from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment supports this and several projects like it across the state. The purpose is to implement population-level strategies to prevent obesity, diabetes, heart disease and stroke among Johnson County adults. Well o

ver half a million people call Johnson County home. In order to make a difference in the health of Kansas, Johnson County’s systems and citizens must do their part to live healthier lives and prevent chronic diseases. Join us and LiveWell!

09/24/2025

Thank you for following LiveWell Johnson County. This account is no longer active or monitored. Please follow the Johnson County Department of Health and Environment for updates about chronic disease prevention and healthy living habits.

08/22/2025

Life can be stressful. Work, finances, health problems, parenting… the list goes on! You can’t always control the things that stress you out. But you can control how you manage your stress. Learning ways to cope with long-term stress can protect your health and lower your risk for heart problems. Learn more: https://www.livetothebeat.org/heart-healthy-topics/stress-less

08/21/2025

School is back in full swing so that means busy mornings! Looking for a quick and easy breakfast idea? Try our dietitian-approved Fuel Up Breakfast Bites. The easiest grab-n-go breakfast for your busy mornings. https://bit.ly/4fHu0wb

08/20/2025

Wellness Wednesday Challenge: Swap your dressing. Dress your salad with vinegar, dried or fresh herbs, and heart-healthy oils like olive oil. Bottled salad dressing can be high in calories, sugar and salt. Making healthy swaps can help prevent chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes.

08/19/2025

As the back-to-school season kicks into gear, finding time for physical activity can become a challenge for busy parents. However, integrating exercise into your daily routine doesn’t have to be difficult. Here are some practical tips for parents to ensure they stay active and healthy, even with hectic schedules: https://bit.ly/3JBWqLQ

08/18/2025

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08/15/2025

When looking for a new apartment, have you ever considered checking to see if properties have smoke-free policies? Learn more at https://www.jocogov.org/department/health/smoke-free-living

08/14/2025

As we age, maintaining muscle mass is key to staying active, mobile and independent. Strength training can help slow muscle loss, enhance bone density and improve balance. Even just a few sessions a week can make a big difference! Learn more: https://www.jocogov.org/department/health/livewell-johnson-county/blog/move/power-strength-training-building-muscle-we-age

08/13/2025

Wellness Wednesday Challenge: Add an extra serving or two of non-starchy vegetables to your meals today. Eating more non-starchy vegetables is essential to a healthy diet and helps prevent chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes.

08/12/2025

Walking and biking are healthy ways to get to and from school. Skipping the school drop-off traffic for more active commutes can contribute to the recommended 60 minutes of physical activity kids need each day. Here are 3 reasons and a bonus benefit of walking, biking or rolling to school: https://www.jocogov.org/department/health/livewell-johnson-county/blog/move/3-reasons-students-should-walk-bike-or-roll-school

08/11/2025

School is back in session for many students this week, so that means busy schedules! Looking for quick and easy dinners? What about a salad bar in your fridge?⁠
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Learn about one of our team's favorite meal prep tricks! https://www.jocogov.org/department/health/livewell-johnson-county/blog/eat/salad-bar-your-fridge

08/06/2025

Wellness Wednesday Challenge: Make an exercise date with a friend. Catch up and do something for your health, too! Regular exercise helps prevent chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes.

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11875 S. Sunset Drive, Ste 300
Olathe, KS
66061

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(913) 826-1200

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