New report says breast cancer deaths fell 40%
Breast cancer survival continues to improve in the U.S. as a new report from Lancet says the death rates have fallen by more than…
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ECH Yuma names winners of ‘Healthy Heart Coloring Contest’
Exceptional Community Hospital (ECH) Yuma reward three Dorothy Hall Elementary School students for their outstanding work on the “Healthy Heart…
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Organ donation in Arizona sets records
More than 1,000 lives were saved by Arizona organ donors last year, according to Donor Network of Arizona, the state’s organ procurement…
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FDA proposes rare disease treatment approval path
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is proposing a new path to approve treatments for ultra-rare diseases. It would provide a way to get…
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ECH Yuma hosts Second Annual Heart Health Fair
The event took place at ECH Yuma, located at 2648 Araby Road, at 10 a.m. and was in honor of Heart Health…
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Nurses in Brawley share heart health advice for American Heart Month
As part of American Heart Month, healthcare providers in the Imperial Valley are encouraging residents to take a closer look at their heart…
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February marks Heart Health Month: Doctor shares tips to protect your heart
February is officially Heart Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death in the…
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Laboratory expands cervical cancer screening options with new HPV self-collection tests
The test allows patients to order their own FDA approved swab for private self-collection. The test determines if HPV associated with cervical cancer…
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Yuma clinic celebrates grand opening
Located at 100 East 24th Street in Yuma, the clinic offers routine primary care, as well as weight management, preventative health screenings,…
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Voluntary recall of marijuana products due to contamination
Certain cannabis products may be contaminated with Aspergillus, a fungus that can cause allergic reactions or infection, usually in people with…
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City of Yuma launches ‘Access for All’ campaign
According to a press release, the campaign is raising awareness “about what accessibility looks like in everyday life, celebrating progress made…
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Orange County health officials confirm new measles case, possible exposure at Disneyland
Health officials in Orange County have confirmed their second measles case of 2026, involving an international traveler who arrived at Los Angeles…
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State of California sues Rady Children’s Hospital over dropping gender-affirming care services
Rady Children’s Hospital is being sued by the state of California after announcing it would close its center for gender-affirming…
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YCHD warn community about cases of whooping cough
During this season where illness continues to spread, it’s important to know what symptoms to look out for and how to prevent yourself from getting…
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New Class Car Club hosts Yuma vs. Cancer Car Show
It welcomed over 230 vehicles and more than a thousand spectators and supporters, with everyone standing with the community to support local cancer…
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Veterans outpatient clinic breaks ground in Fortuna Foothills
Local and state leaders, Veterans, and community members gathered to mark the start of the long-anticipated project that is scheduled to open in the…
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Innercare faces federal labor complaint
Innercare is facing a federal complaint from the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). The NLRB alleges Innercare management interfered with…
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Yuma Anti-Drug Coalition to distribute free Narcan
Starting Monday through Friday at 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., their office, off of W. First Street and N. Second Avenue, will be one of five free…
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Pentagon pauses HIV-positive recruit training
CNN has learned Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made the decision Friday. It comes after a federal appeals court ordered a pause in a lower court…
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Leaders and locals react to Trump’s new healthcare plan
The new proposal, called the “Great Healthcare Plan,” comes after subsidies for the Affordable Care Act expired at the end of last…
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