As major employers in the community and the primary source of health care in many communities, hospitals have the opportunity to establish strong community norms and influence the health decisions of the public. By providing the healthiest food venues possible for their employees and community, hospitals can be powerful employers and role models.

Kansas Hospitals Named Centers of Excellence

KHA congratulates Community HealthCare System, Onaga, and William Newton Hospital, Winfield, recipients of the 2018 Healthy Kansas Hospitals Centers of Excellence Award.

What is Healthy Kansas Hospitals and What Can My Hospital Do?

The population affected by the dietary options available within Kansas hospitals not only includes patients, but the hospital staff, medical staff and clinic staff who often utilize the available onsite dietary services and finally, the general public. As major employers in the community and the primary source of health care in many communities, hospitals have the opportunity to establish strong community norms and influence the health decisions of the public. By providing the healthiest food venues possible for their employees and community (which includes cafeterias, vending machines, snack carts, and gift shops), hospitals can be powerful employers and role models. Read More ...