Walk to end Alzheimer's returns to Pittsburg
The Alzheimer's Association Walk to end Alzheimer's returns to Pittsburg after going completely virtual in 2020 because of the pandemic.
Health
Freeman Health System announces breast milk donation program
JOPLIN, Mo. -- Freeman Health System is celebrating "Neonatal Nurses Week" by unveiling a new program. Freeman's NICU is creating a breast milk donation program. Children in…
Joplin cardiologist sees COVID survivors recover from long-term cardiovascular health issues
A Joplin cardiologist says many who have had long-term cardiovascular related symptoms after recovering from COVID-19 are recovering from those symptoms as well. But for a Joplin resident who tested positive in November, 2020, that may not be the case.
Freeman location briefly shutdown due to staffing issues
PITTSBURG, Kan. -- Freeman Health System's Webb City urgent care location was forced to shut down Tuesday, September 14, because it was understaffed. Freeman CEO Paula Baker says…
"COVID-somnia": What it is, and how you could get more sleep if it's impacting you
Insomnia is on the rise in every age group amid the pandemic. According to the National Institutes of Health, 40 percent of people have had some kind of sleep problem during the pandemic. Here's some things you could try to get some more sleep.
Modern elbow replacements offer reliable solution for many
Elbow replacement reportedly has led to complications more often than other joint replacements. But modern elbow replacements are reliable for many.
Acne can pose unique challenges in people with darker skin
Acne affects millions of Americans each year and affects people of all skin tones, yet acne can pose special challenges in people with darker skin.
Rita J. Bicknell Family Health Center opens in Pittsburg
PITTSBURG, Kan. -- The Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas now has a second location in Pittsburg. The Rita J. Bicknell Family…
Freeman officials recommend flu vaccine in briefing
JOPLIN, Mo. -- Freeman Health System officials talked about the upcoming flu season and how the pandemic could effect it. Last year flu cases hit a record low, which…
4-staters could see fewer COVID-19 home tests on the shelves
At-home rapid testing kits for COVID-19 have been on store shelves for a few months. But now, they could be harder to find as demand increases.
COVID-19 boosters are coming but who will get them and when?
COVID-19 booster shots may be coming for at least some Americans but already the Biden administration is being forced to scale back expectations — illustrating just how much important science still has to be worked out.
Do US teens have the right to be vaccinated against their parents' will? It depends on where they live
Some states have a legal framework allowing “mature minors” to make their own health care decisions — but they apply it in different ways, and some don’t have it at all.
This new material could measure your heart rate through your shirt
A group of researchers has developed a new material they say is as soft as cotton, as strong as Kevlar, as conductive as many metals and could eventually turn athletic apparel into smart "wearables."
Swimmer’s ear can affect people of any age
Swimmer’s ear can affect people of any age and can affect those who do not spend time in the water since it occurs because of bacteria invading the skin inside the ear canal.
Southeast Kansas doctor named co-chair of new Kansas Safer Classrooms work group
A southeast Kansas doctor is named co-chair of the Kansas Safer Classrooms workgroup, a group of health professionals from around the state who will analyze Covid-19 data in schools, and make recommendations on how schools can keep kids safe amid the pandemic.
Freeman Hospital hosts briefing on monoclonal antibody infusion therapy
JOPLIN, Mo. -- Freeman Hospital hosted a Covid-19 briefing to talk about the monoclonal antibody infusion therapy offered at the hospital. The therapy is meant to keep high-risk Covid-19 patients out of…
Find your sleep 'sweet spot' to protect your brain as you age, study suggests
Those in the study who reported short sleep duration — defined in the study as six hours or less — had elevated levels of beta amyloid, which "greatly increases" risk for dementia.
How to start a healthy morning routine — and stick with it
How you start each morning has a huge impact — positively or negatively — on the rest of your day.
Poison ivy can work itchy evil on your skin – here's how
Two dermatologists explain the itchy and unpleasant allergic reaction this plant can cause in up to 90% of people who encounter it.
Local health provider claims good results with at-home COVID-19 treatment
It's been well over a year that residents in the 4-states have lived with the pandemic, and only a few treatments have been authorized by the FDA so far. But, a local health provider claims to have good results with an at-home treatment regimen.
Third doses versus booster doses: What's the difference?
Health officials have seen confusion regarding third doses and booster doses this week. KOAM spoke with those officials to learn the differences between the two, and why they recommend booster doses be given eight months after the second.
Vaccine providers: "Pfizer's FDA approval could impact local vaccination rates"
The FDA fully approves Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for people 16 and older. Local vaccine providers hope the approval will spur additional vaccinations in the 4- states.
CoxHealth moves forward with vaccine requirement for employees
CoxHealth, which has hospitals in Lamar and Monett, announces they will move forward with universal vaccine requirements following the FDA's full approval of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine.
Individual dietary choices can add – or take away – minutes, hours and years of life
A new study puts numbers to the health and environmental benefits – or impacts – of individual foods and shows how small changes can make a significant difference.
