A look at why Joplin passed a mask ordinance two weeks after voting one down
The Joplin City Council approved a mask ordinance, but it comes only two weeks after they voted against a similar ordinance.
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EPA approves two Lysol products as the first to effectively kill novel coronavirus on surfaces
By Gisela Crespo and Alicia Lee, CNN (CNN) -- The US Environmental Protection Agency has approved two Lysol products as effective against the novel coronavirus when used on hard, non-porous surfaces. Lysol Disinfectant Spray and Lysol Disinfectant Max Cover Mist meet the…
Two cases of bubonic plague prompt crack down on marmot hunting
By Jack Guy and Mary Ilyushina, CNN (CNN) -- Russian authorities have warned people near the country's border with Mongolia not to hunt or eat marmots after an outbreak of bubonic plague. Two cases of the plague were recorded in the Khovd province…
Doctors say experimental treatment may have rid man of HIV
A Brazilian man infected with the AIDS virus has shown no sign of it for more than a year since he stopped HIV medicines after an intense experimental drug therapy aimed at purging hidden, dormant virus from his body, doctors…
City of Parsons to vote on mandatory mask ordinance
Parsons city leaders tonight are set to vote on their own ordinance requiring masks.
Joplin Health Department reports seventh death resulting from COVID-19
The Joplin Health Department is sad to report the death of a Joplin resident. Coronavirus was a significant condition contributing to this death. The individual was a 81 year old male who was a resident of Spring River Christian Village, a long-term care facility in Joplin. This announcement brings the total count to seven deaths.
Local hospitals using recommended, investigative treatment methods to care for patients with COVID-19
While there still isn't an FDA approved treatment for COVID-19, there has been guidance for hospitals to try other methods. We take a look at what our local hospitals are trying.
Missouri’s Pregnancy-Associated Mortality Review board publishes first annual maternal mortality report
Press Release JEFFERSON CITY, MO – The Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) is pleased to announce the release of the Missouri Pregnancy-Associated Mortality Review: 2017 Annual Report. DHSS is required per RSMo 192.990.7, to annually submit a report on maternal mortality…
Missouri high court says state must pay Planned Parenthood
The Missouri Supreme Court says lawmakers violated the state constitution when they tried to end all government funding of Planned Parenthood.
Oklahoma voters narrowly approve Medicaid expansion
Oklahoma voters narrowly decided on Tuesday to expand Medicaid health insurance to tens of thousands low-income residents, becoming the first state to amend their Constitution to do so.
Local businesses react to Kansas mask mandate
The mask mandate will take effect in Kansas on Friday.
Recapping Joplin City Council's meeting for declined mask ordinance
After a four-hour-long meeting, the Joplin City Council voted down an ordinance that would have required residents wear masks.
Joplin Health Department offers back-to-school Vaccinations
JOPLIN, Mo - Required back to school vaccinations are available though the Joplin City Health Department. They will also provide immunizations for uninsured and underinsured citizens, as well as people on Medicaid. Tdap immunization is also required for any student…
Red Sox, Tigers, Mariners have positive Covid-19 tests, reports say
By Jill Martin, CNN (CNN) -- Executives from the Boston Red Sox, Detroit Tigers and Seattle Mariners have all announced positive coronavirus test results within their respective Major League Baseball organizations. The news Wednesday came a day after the league…
Bagged grocery store salad sickens more than 100 in 7 states
A recalled bagged salad distributed to a dozen Midwestern states, including Kansas, Missouri and Arkansas, by grocery stores has sickened 122 people, according to the CDC.
Access Family Care helps with contact tracing in Joplin and Jasper County
JOPLIN, Mo - Access Family Care works with the Joplin and Jasper County Health Departments to help with contact tracing as COVID-19 cases continue to grow…
Kansans on SNAP can purchase food online
TOPEKA, Kan - The U.S. Secretary of Agriculture approves online purchases of food for SNAP households in Kansas. Kansans who receive SNAP can purchase groceries though Amazon and Walmart's websites. Kansas has more…
Children's Robitussin and Dimetapp cough medicines recalled due to potential overdose risks
GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare has voluntarily recalled three lots of its children's cough syrups — Children's Robitussin Honey Cough and Chest Congestion DM and Children's Dimetapp Cold and Cough — due to the products having incorrect dosing cups in their packaging.
Rebecca Adamson resigns as Crawford County Health Officer
Rebecca Adamson has resigned as the Public Health Officer for Crawford County, effective June 17, 2020. She will, however, retain her duties and position as the Health Director of the Crawford County Health Department.
INTEGRIS Answers Common Coronavirus Questions
Press release With the recent uptick in COVID-19 cases in Oklahoma, we felt it was important to share this video message from David Chansolme, M.D., the Medical Director of Infection Prevention…
Neosho Farmer's Market expands to Tuesdays
NEOSHO, Mo - The Neosho Farmer's Market is set to expand, adding market dates on Tuesday starting July 7th. The Tuesday hours will be from 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. in Downtown Neosho.
Joplin School district announces positive COVID-19 case at summer school
The Joplin School District has announced it received confirmation that one of the students attending summer school tested positive for COVID-19.
Joplin Health Department announces eight new positive cases of COVID-19
The City of Joplin issued a press release stating the health department is reporting eight additional positive cases of COVID-19, bringing the city's total number of cases to 37.
Boil order rescinded for McCune, Kansas
The order was originally issued because of a loss of pressure in the system.
