With virus surge, US to keep travel restrictions for now
WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States served notice Monday that it will keep existing COVID-19 restrictions on international travel in place for now due to concerns about the surging infection rate because of the delta variant.
Missouri AG files suit to stop St. Louis area mask mandates
The Missouri attorney general sues in an effort to stop a mask mandate in the St. Louis area.
CDC reverses course on indoor masks in parts of US where coronavirus is surging
The nation's top health agency was expected to backpedal on its masking guidelines and recommend that even vaccinated people wear masks indoors.
Jasper County Health Department announces 3 more COVID deaths
The Jasper County Health Department says another three more residents have died with COVID-19.
Back to School: School districts get final say in back to school plans
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education releases recommendations for the upcoming school year, largely leaving the final say to school districts.
VA requires COVID-19 vaccination for health care workers
The Department of Veterans Affairs has become the first major federal agency to require health care workers to get COVID-19 vaccines.
What would the ancient Greeks think of an Olympics with no fans?
Athletes and spectators were lured to Olympia by a longing for contact with their compatriots and their gods.
6 ways to develop endurance and achieve your goals
Here are six key things you can do to develop and maintain endurance, according to experts who have worked with coaches and athletes on physical and mental stamina.
A winning edge for the Olympics and everyday life: Focusing on what you're trying to accomplish rather than what's going on with your body
How do you get to the Olympics? Practice, practice, practice … but also know what to concentrate on during the heat of competition.
Alabama governor: 'It's time to start blaming the unvaccinated folks' for rise in COVID-19 cases
"Folks are supposed to have common sense. But it's time to start blaming the unvaccinated folks, not the regular folks," the Republican governor said.
Joplin's Freeman Hospital adds third COVID unit
JOPLIN, Mo. - Freeman Hospital in Joplin responded to the rising number of Coronavirus-infected patients they've taken in during the last month and a half by creating a…
US vaccinations rising again as official declares: 'The fourth surge is real.'
Vaccination rates are rising in some states where new COVID-19 cases are soaring. Get the latest on the delta variant, rare "breakthrough" cases, and find answers to 5 key questions about the persisting pandemic.
No anonymous winners, few details on local incentives: The latest on Missouri VIP
State health officials release more information about Missouri's vaccine incentive program. Here's why winners won't remain anonymous, and why there are few details on local incentives.
Missouri Supreme Court reverses Medicaid expansion decision
The Missouri Supreme court reverses a decision on the state's Medicaid expansion case.
Pulmonary rehabilitation beneficial for people with COPD
Pulmonary rehabilitation has been shown to reduce symptoms of breathlessness, improve physical function and enhance overall quality of life.
Man with coronavirus disguises as wife on Indonesian flight
An Indonesian man with the coronavirus boarded a domestic flight disguised as his wife. But the cover didn't last long, and he was arrested.
