Wellness fair aims to support local survivors
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The YWCA of St. Joseph is hosting a Wellness and Resource Fair on Friday, April 25 to help support survivors in the area.
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Missouri’s first case of measles comes from traveler
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Less than a week ago the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) confirmed the first case of measles in the state. The case stems from an international traveler passing through Taney County, whose vaccination status is not confirmed. There hasn’t been any exposure since the child arrived
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St. Joseph law enforcement agencies sponsors ‘Prescription Take Back’
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Youth Alliance Partners, Buchanan County Sheriff’s Department and the St. Joseph Police Department will be sponsoring a Prescription Take Back event for safe disposal of prescription drugs. Anyone can drop off controlled, non-controlled, over the counter substances and sharps they wish to get rid of. “It’s always a
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Tick sightings rise with spring’s arrival
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — As the weather warms up and brings many outdoors, people are reminded to keep an eye out for a less-welcome sign of spring — ticks. Ticks are always outdoors, but starting in April they become more prevalent. Erin Woodiel, a media specialist with the Missouri Department of Conservation, said
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Despite drop in bird flu cases, eggs prices remain steady
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Egg prices continue to soar in consumer grocery stores across the country, even as wholesale prices decline and bird flu cases are not being found. The decline in bird flu cases is a positive development, but farms have needed time to sanitize barns and repopulate their flocks. “The raw
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Local organizations team up for blood drive
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A community blood drive is set to take place at the Downtown Library next week. On Friday, April 11, the Community Blood Center and Downtown Library will team up to collect much-needed donations from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. To make an appointment, visit savealifenow.org/group and enter group code: EI3N.
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Baseball tournament looks to bring awareness to mental health
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — More than 50 high school teams are coming to St. Joseph the next two weekends to participate in a baseball tournament for a good cause. Kevin Kerns, co-owner of Walkoff Wood Bat Co., said profits from the event will go towards the Mosaic Behavioral Health Patient Assistance Fund. “A
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Live organ donations can save time and increase transplant success
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Many people think of organ donation as something that occurs after the death of the donor; however, live organ donations are on the upswing in the U.S.Last year, over 7,000 people donated live organs and tissue, saving tens of thousands of lives. Missouri tissue and organ registry coordinator Ian
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Stuber Health thanks Life Changers with luncheon
Thursday’s LifeChangers luncheon served as a way for the Social Welfare Board to thank the community as well as encourage further assistance through donations and volunteering.
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YMCA gears up to host Pedal for the Pool
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The final push to reach the goal of $15 million for a public aquatic facility is on. The YMCA is planning a Pedal for the Pool fundraiser to bring in some of the remaining money needed to build the facility at 3601 N. Village Drive. “We’ve had so much
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Behavioral Health Urgent Care Clinic reports increase in clinic usage
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Family Guidance Center for Behavioral Healthcare has seen a notable uptick in patients at its urgent care clinic. The Behavioral Health Urgent Care Clinic at 4906 Frederick Ave. is nearing its second year of operating since launching in March of 2023. Roughly 1,300 individuals have received treatment for
Continue Reading April brings attention to Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAM), calling attention to sexual violence.
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Hantavirus case serves as reason for caution
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Hantavirus has been in the news following the deaths of a noteworthy couple, and with many beginning spring-cleaning efforts around their homes, there is reason to be vigilant about working in areas that may house rodents. Betsy Arakawa, the wife of star Gene Hackman, was found dead in February
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Andrew County group plans free upcoming events
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Andrew County Health and Safety Coalition is planning programs to help families keep kids and teens off of drugs. “Guiding Good Choices” is a free, six-week free program for parents and teens running from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. every Tuesday at Savannah Middle School. Coalition Coordinator Jessica
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Parents as Teachers to provide a class for expectant parents
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Expectant moms and dads have a new resource, thanks to the Parents as Teachers program. The group will host a monthly learning series called “Bump to Baby” beginning on Thursday, May 8. The classes will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Mark Twain Elementary School, 705 S.
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Dengue fever cases on the rise
With increased travel to and from warmer climates, concerns regarding the mosquito-borne disease known as dengue fever are rising.
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Hoffman heading ClearSky Rehabilitation
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A local rehabilitation facility has a new leader. Debbie Hoffman is now chief executive officer of ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Elwood-St. Joseph. The 30-bed facility provides rehabilitative care to people recovering from injuries, illnesses or medically-complex conditions. Hoffman, who is a registered nurse, has more than 30 years of healthcare experience, including leadership
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UMKC looks to expand dentistry school program at Missouri Western
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri Western students could see an all-new dentistry program offered in the coming years through a potential partnership with the UMKC School of Dentistry. UMKC leaders unveiled an expansion plan for a new School of Dentistry satellite program at Missouri Western State University this week, a partnership aimed at
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Local expert emphasizes sleep hygiene for kids
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The time change on Sunday, March 9, can add to the sleep challenges kids face, however, experts have some helpful tips to address this challenge. The American Heart Association says that the average child only sleeps about six and a half hours per night, well below the recommended eight
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Family Guidance Center observes Black Balloon Day
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Family Guidance Center is hosting the annual Black Balloon Day Memorial.Â
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Osteopathic degrees gaining popularity in the world of medicine
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — With the D.O. designation becoming more common for doctors and a new medical school at Benedictine College focusing on osteopathic degrees, some may have questions about the difference between those practitioners and the more traditional M.D. role. Today, the Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) and Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degrees
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Missouri hunters still encouraged to take precautions amid bird flu
Snow geese fly at Loess Bluffs National Wildlife Refuge in December in Holt County, Missouri.
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Mobile clinic offers free breast & cervical cancer screenings
Heart to Heart International provided two disaster response vehicles for free breast and cervical cancer screenings.
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Shift to spring giving strength to those with mental health conditions
Jaycee, a local teen, said she looks forward to the warmer weather that comes in just a few short weeks when Spring officially begins.
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Influenza cases beginning to decrease as winter subsides
While the cold weather rages on, Influenza cases still persist but in Buchanan county they are starting to see a slight drop. Flu illnesses are measured by determining the positive tests of a population then dividing that number by the population size and multiplying it by 100,000. According to the Missouri Department of Health,
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Stuber Health offering breast and cervical cancer screenings
Latha Varghese, Executive Director of the Stuber Health Center, said early detection is key when it comes to breast and cervical cancers.
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New Pediatric Urgent Care opening
Downing Pediatrics opened a new Pediatric Urgent Care location in St. Joseph on Thursday, Feb. 20.
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Extreme cold brings frostbite warning
With the frigid temperatures outside, it is important to keep an eye out for frostbite.
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Buchanan County flu cases spike as U.S. reaches 15-year high
An employee inspects a shelf filled with cold medicine on Thursday at Rogers Pharmacy in St. Joseph.
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Preparing children for cold weather
The Northwest Missouri area is expected to experience polar air throughout the next week, leading parents/guardians to ensure that children are well prepared for the temperatures.
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