'Healthy, young' Americans will likely get Covid-19 vaccine in mid- to late summer, expert says
With the US now tallying more than 25 million Covid-19 cases, experts say now is the time to double down on safety measures and speed up vaccine rollouts before a variant further surges infections.
'Fat but fit' is a myth when it comes to heart health, new study shows
The negative effects of excess body fat on heart health can't be canceled out by maintaining an active lifestyle, according to new research.
Marijuana abuse by youth with mood disorders linked to suicide attempts, study finds
Heavy use of marijuana by teens and young adults with mood disorders is linked to an increased risk of self-harm, suicide attempts and death, a study found.
Just over a year since the first reported Covid-19 case in the US, the country nears 25 million infections
The US is again quickly approaching another grim milestone: 25 million Covid-19 cases in a little more than a year since the country reported its first infection.
A year into the pandemic, health care workers have a new source of hope
Last week, a Covid-19 patient of mine told me he is finally going home after four months in the hospital. His tracheostomy tube has been taken out and he's breathing on his own. He's finally able to walk again, with some help. It's a new beginning for him and as he wished me a happy New Year, I felt hopeful for the first time in a long time.
These are the most common mistakes in online workouts that cause pain or injury
There are some common exercises that can all too easily be done with incorrect form and lead to unnecessary pain, improper muscle build and even injury. Here are some key mistakes to look out for.
The face mask that could end the pandemic
Getting Americans masked up is a top priority for the Biden Administration.
Pharmacy Deserts: How Wilson County is handling vaccine distribution
New research by Good RX suggests residents in "pharmacy deserts" could have restricted access to COVID-19 vaccines. Officials in Wilson County, where there's only 2 pharmacies, say things are going well.
Mercy continues with their vaccine release plan
Mercy has been helping the State of Missouri facilitate the immunization of patient-facing health care workers in the state's group 1A.
Regular exercise may slow postmenopausal bone loss
Although some bone loss is inevitable after menopause, developing a regular exercise routine can be useful in limiting that loss.
Amazon to hire 300 employees in Joplin
Amazon is searching for 300 employees to work at it's new location in Joplin.
Mr. Food: Sheet Pan Toad-in-a-Hole
If you've never heard of toad-in-the-hole, well, let us enlighten you! It's a recipe that is perfect for breakfast, dinner, or even brinner -- that's breakfast for dinner! Our Sheet Pan Toad-in-the-Hole comes together with all the flavors you love, without any of the mess of a traditional big breakfast. Once you try it, you're gonna wonder how you lived without it!
KS Legislature extends to-go cocktail bill
The Kansas Legislature extends a measure that allows ordering cocktails to-go from restaurants and bars to March 31. The bill now goes to governor Laura Kelly's desk for a signature.
Hand sanitizer is hurting more children's eyes, some severely, study finds. Here's how to protect your kid
There were seven times more cases among children of eye exposure to hazardous chemicals in hand sanitizer between April 1 and August 24, 2020, a study found.
Medical cannabis bill introduced to Kansas Legislature
A medical cannabis bill was introduced to the Kansas Legislature Thursday, January 14.
Study finds 60% of Americans don't know where or when to get a Covid-19 vaccine
About 6 in 10 Americans don't know when or where to get a coronavirus vaccine, according a survey released Friday from the Kaiser Family Foundation.
