Why Americans lack adequate access to fertility treatments
One in eight couples suffers from infertility in the United States, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Health
The cities that spend the most on healthcare
Over the past year, COVID-19 has put a spotlight on public health and the economy, emphasizing how important it is for people to have access to high-quality healthcare that they can afford.
After child dies, regulator warns about Peloton treadmill
Safety regulators warned people with kids and pets to immediately stop using a treadmill made by Peloton after one child died and others were injured.
Surprise conception: Woman conceives second child while carrying first
At first, baby Noah was all alone, growing beatifically in his mother's womb.
New grant to help NEO A&M combat substance abuse
Northeast Oklahoma A&M College receives a $50,000 grant from the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education to battle substance abuse.
Nearly half of US states reported an increase in Covid-19 cases this week. Here's what experts say can help stop another surge
At least 21 states have recorded at least a 10% rise in daily average positive cases of Covid-19, according to Johns Hopkins University data Thursday, demonstrating that the fight against the pandemic is far from over.
Nearly half of US states reported an increase in Covid-19 cases this week. Here's what experts say can help stop another surge
At least 21 states have recorded at least a 10% rise in daily average positive cases of Covid-19, according to Johns Hopkins University data Thursday, demonstrating that the fight against the pandemic is far from over.
An abundance of caution and good science are the right way to build trust in vaccines
On Tuesday the US Food and Drug Administration and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended a pause on the use of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine in the United States. In six cases, women between the ages of 18 and 48 experienced a "rare and severe" blood clot after receiving the vaccine. This is out of over 1 million women in the 20-50 age group who have received doses of J&J.
Medday Thursday: Foot Care Awareness Month
Lindsey Rawlins of Mercy Joplin Wound Care talks with Michael Hayslip about Foot Care Awareness Month and the benefits of a hyperbaric chamber.
Fauci says this is a pause and not a cancellation of the J&J vaccine. Here's how long a final decision may take
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation's top infectious disease expert, says the recommended pause on the Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 vaccine is just that: a pause -- and not a cancellation -- and will likely last days to weeks.
Many Evangelicals say they won't be vaccinated against Covid-19. Some experts say distrust and misinformation have played a role
At Pastor Tony Spell's Sunday sermon this week, he preached a different kind of message than usual to his congregants: Don't trust Covid-19 vaccines.
J&J vaccine pause prompts a needed discussion of women's health
When I heard the news that the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are recommending that the United States pause the use of Johnson & Johnson's Covid-19 vaccine over six reported US cases of a "rare and severe" type of blood clot, I was infuriated. Pausing was the right decision, but it also immediately made me think about how sexist the medical world remains and what little regard it has for women's health.
Keeping middle seats vacant on airplanes can reduce risk of Covid-19 exposure by up to 57%, CDC study says
Leaving middle seats vacant on airplanes can significantly reduce a passenger's risk of being exposed to the coronavirus that causes Covid-19, a new study suggests.
CDC advisers will meet today about the J&J Covid-19 vaccine. Here's what experts and state leaders say about the pause
Advisers to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will meet Wednesday to review blood clot cases among people who received the Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 vaccine.
Health experts explain paused distribution of Johnson & Johnson vaccine
“If you’ve just recently received the vaccination, just be aware. Chances are high that you’re not going to experience any side effects. That it is going to be a safe vaccine. But there are rare instances that have occurred.”
Long live the monarchy: British royals tend to survive a full three decades longer than their subjects
Prince Philip died at 99. Living to such a ripe old age isn't unusual for UK royals. Nor is it surprising, argues an expert on aging and longevity.
Missouri House backs easing access to HIV prevention drugs
The Missouri House has approved legislation that will make it easier to access drugs to prevent HIV infection.
Missouri House votes against proof-of-vaccine mandates
The Missouri House has voted to ban private businesses from requiring proof of vaccination from either employees or customers.
Kansas suspends Johnson & Johnson vaccine distribution
Kansas' top health official said Tuesday that the state is suspending distribution of Johnson & Johnson’s coronavirus vaccines as federal health officials investigate reports of potentially dangerous blood clots.
Missouri pauses J&J COVID-19 vaccine administration
Missouri announced Tuesday that it is “pausing” administration of the single-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine after federal health officials began an investigation into potentially dangerous blood clots.
Joplin Safe Teen Coalition presents 'The Truth About Vaping'
The Joplin Area Safe Teens Coalition day held a presentation about vaping.
US recommends 'pause' for J&J vaccine over clot reports
The U.S. is recommending a “pause” in administration of the single-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine to investigate reports of potentially dangerous blood clots.
CDC and FDA recommend US pause use of Johnson & Johnson's Covid-19 vaccine over blood clot concerns
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the US Food and Drug Administration are recommending that the United States pause the use of Johnson & Johnson's Covid-19 vaccine over six reported US cases of a "rare and severe" type of blood clot.
CDC and FDA recommend US pause use of Johnson & Johnson's Covid-19 vaccine over blood clot concerns
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the US Food and Drug Administration are recommending that the United States pause the use of Johnson & Johnson's Covid-19 vaccine over six reported US cases of a "rare and severe" type of blood clot. One of the cases was fatal and one is currently in critical condition.
