The City estimates that population will increase approximately .5% annually. Similarly, the entire area has experienced substantial growth. According to the 2010 Census, the State of Kansas experienced a 6.1% growth in population from the 2000 census; the County saw a 20.6% growth; and Leawood a 15.2% increase. Currently Johnson County makes up 19% of the total population for the state of Kansas.
and benefit wound healing and connective tissue repair.1 â¢ VITAMIN C Vitamin C, or ascorbic acid, has multiple functions as a coenzyme and cofactor in many of the bodyâs biochemical pathways. As it relates to connective tissue, vitamin C is required for collagen fiber synthesis, a process vital for tissue repair and healing.
As we mentioned last week, a number of key nutrients are essential for both the prevention and management of chronic wounds. This week we will briefly review the major categories of nutrients, and describe their importance in wound care.1 â 4. 1  Water â Water is essential to wound healing because a fluid environment is necessary for all cell functions.2  Even in the absence of other nutritional deficits, dehydration will still result in impaired wound healing. â 4. 1  Water â Water is essential to wound healing because a fluid environment is necessary for all cell functions. 2  Even in the absence of other nutritional deficits, dehydration will still result in impaired wound healing.