06.30.2023

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40º | Rain/snow mix | 98% chance of rain |
Sunrise: 7:37 a.m. | Sunset: 5:12 p.m.

Wellness

The ground-breaking treatments helping Kansas Citians diagnosed with prostate cancer

Presented by a KCtoday Partner

A patient undergoes Clinical Proton Treatment at The University of Kansas Cancer Center

Not all prostate cancers are the same, which means there’s not a one-size-fits-all approach for treatment. | Photo provided by The University of Kansas Cancer Center

Did you know? About one in eight US men will develop prostate cancer in their lifetime. It’s the second leading cause of cancer death in men in the US. But when it’s detected and diagnosed early, it is one of the most curable cancers.

While getting a cancer diagnosis is never easy, we have a great resource right in our backyard: The University of Kansas Cancer Center, a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer center (and one of just 54 in the nation).

Comprised of the nation’s leading experts on prostate cancer, the center’s specialists work together to offer the most advanced prostate cancer care for improved outcomes and quality of life.

So, what does that look like? We’re glad you asked.

A world-renowned team of experts

Because of prostate cancer’s complexities, it can easily be missed or misdiagnosed, especially by a physician who might not specifically specialize in it. But when a team is subspecialized (read: concentrated on one disease only), they are able to focus only on you.

With the center’s multidisciplinary, fully subspecialized prostate cancer team of urologic, radiation, and medical oncologists, as well as radiologists and pathologists, patients receive the best possible care and can achieve the best outcomes.

a man and a woman smile outside — When we detect prostate cancer early, treatment can result in a cure for up to 90% of men.
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Photo provided by University of Kansas Cancer Center

Innovative, comprehensive treatment options

The University of Kansas Cancer Center offers every standard treatment option for every stage of prostate cancer. Some of the most innovative treatment options are offered to Kansans, including:

Proton Therapy
Brachytherapy using radioactive seeds to deliver the radiation
Retzius-sparing prostatectomy to remove the prostate in a less invasive way and reduce side effects
Stereotactic body radiation therapy (a one-week treatment for early prostate cancer)
Clinical Trials for any stage
Genomic testing, to determine which treatment would be most beneficial to you
Pluvicto for metastatic disease
Salvage treatment options for the 30-40% of men who have their cancer return at some point after treatment

Bonus: Dr. Will Parker has performed more robotic prostatectomies (1000+) than anyone in our region. And Dr. Ronald Chen, chair of radiation oncology, is one of the nation’s leading experts in prostate cancer. He’s written textbooks on prostate cancer and on stereotactic body radiotherapy.

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, get a second opinion at The University of Kansas Cancer Center. Learn more about the center or call nurse navigation at (913) 588-1227 to make an appointment.

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Events

Friday, June 30

American Idiots: Green Day tribute | Friday, June 30 | 8 p.m. | Aztec Shawnee Theater, 11119 Johnson Dr., Shawnee, KS | $15 | Check out this Green Day tribute band while they play smash hits like “American Idiot.”

Saturday, July 1

Vancouver Whitecaps at Sporting Kansas City | Saturday, July 1 | 7:30 p.m. | Children’s Mercy Park | $35-$75 | Come cheer on Sporting as they defend their home turf against the Whitecaps.
Killer Queens - A Beauty Pageant Murder Mystery | Saturday, July 1 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Weston Wine Company, 540 Main St., Weston, MO | $14 | Don your best formal wear and take on the role of a pageant queen at this murder mystery night.
Zumba | Saturday, July 1, Saturday, July 8 | 9-10 a.m. | Grandview Amphitheater, 13611 Byars Rd., Grandview, MO | Free | Start your day with a fun + engaging workout outdoors.

Sunday, July 2

Live Jazz with Bram Wijnands | Sunday, July 2-Sunday, July 30 | 3 p.m. | Kansas City Bier Company, 310 W. 79th St., Kansas City, MO | $0+ | Munch of Bavarian pretzels while enjoying live jazz, polka, and German drinking songs.
“Day Dream” Rooftop Day Party | Sunday, July 2 | 4-9 p.m. | Chicken N Pickle, 5901 W. 135th St., Overland Park, KS | $25 | Party on with DJs + plenty of food on the rooftop.

Monday, July 3

Blood Drive | Monday, July 3 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | National WWI Museum and Memorial | Free | Save a life and donate blood.

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News Notes

Development

Developers broke ground on the Merriam Grand Station Lofts, a mix-use apartment complex. Planned features include electric car charging stations, retail, and restaurant spaces. This $136 million Grand Station project is redeveloping a vacant lot that was a KMart. (Kansas City Business Journal)

Coming Soon

Daisy Lee Vintage is opening a new location in Lawrence. The Crossroads-based resale shop finds retro articles and upcylces them for a modern flair. They were recently named a Best of KC Vintage Clothing Finalist. (The Pitch)

Ranked

Oh, yeah. Overland Park and Olathe topped Liveability.com’s “Best Places to Live in the US,” placing No. 7 and No. 15 respectively. Overland Park and Olathe both scored high for their school systems, healthcare, and safe neighborhoods.

Gallery

Looking good. Travis Kelce posed for Vanity Fair magazine — nodding to Chiefs colors, with browns blended into a muted red and yellow color palette. The pictures are for the July/August issue where he explains his passion for fashion. (Kansas City Star)

Biz

While Travis was posing, Patrick was flying. Patrick Mahomes renewed his sponsorship deal with Airshare. The private aircraft company is headquaraterd in Lenexa and has backed Mahomes since he became the Chiefs’ quarterback in 2018. (Kansas City Business Journal)

Finance

Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*

Outdoors

Decorating tip: Show your patio some love with a cute and colorful area rug. We love this outdoor-friendly geometric green one.*

Weather

☀️ Summer: hot or not?

How hot will summer be in Kansas City this year?

coulton thomas sunset in summer overlooking the plaza in kansas city and brush creek KCtoday.

Summer daze on the plaza. | Photo by @coultonthomas

It’s getting hot in here. After hitting triple digits just seven days into summer, you’re probably wondering what the rest of the season has in store. Don’t sweat it, we found out for you.

High temps + humidity

As summer temperatures swell, Farmer’s Almanac predicts we’ll see plenty of showers, too. Next week will hover around the high 80s + low 90s, with a few chances of rain seeping through. That’s ~10º hotter than average summer temperatures. Slightly above average temperatures are consistent over the next three months, according to the National Weather Service.

As for relative humidity, it averages ∼66% in July — a trend that carries on through September.

graph of the united states temperature predictions for summer 2023 months july august september created by teh NOAA. KCtoday — We’re in the orange zone, predicting slightly hotter temperatures. At least we aren’t in the red.
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Photo by NOAA

Fast facts:

The hottest summer day recorded for KC was August 13, 1936 when temperatures reached a sweltering 113º.
KC has only reached 100º on 81 out of the 136 years on record.
On average, KC only has three 100º days a year.

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Charmaine

From the editor

It’s Fri-yay. I’m celebrating by dancing at the Vine Street Brewing Co. grand opening.

If you’re coming — or going anywhere outside — make sure you wear plenty of sunscreen. It’s supposed to reach 99° today! Can’t ruin that weekend with a sunburn.

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