Two measles cases in New York City
As the measles outbreak continues to spread in Texas, the New York City Health Department now confirms two cases of measles in New York…
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Spring Season Health Fair at San Luis Walk-in Clinic
A health fair is planned to be held locally for those who want flu vaccines in time for the Spring…
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SPECIAL REPORT: Local nurse serves 34 years helping kids
Edna Mae Simon Kidd is a retired pediatric registered nurse that’s worked 34 years at Onvida…
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Onvida Health speaks out on transparency regarding property sales
In order to provide additional cash reserves, Onvida Health confirmed that the building occupied by its Cancer Center was sold during the Covid…
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Onvida Health surpasses 5,000 robotic surgeries
A local hospital reaches an important milestone using state of the art…
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Pope Francis to require a change in his medical treatment
The pope has been recovering at a Rome hospital for at least two nights. According to the Vatican, the pope is pulling back from some of his duties,…
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“Eat Better, Sleep Better” co-author provides tips for a better night’s sleep
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) says 50 to 70 million struggle with sleep disorders. About one third of adults don’t get enough uninterrupted…
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National Economic Council director on egg prices, bird flu and inflation
Kevin Hassett, Director of the National Economic Council, spoke with Margaret Brennan on Face the Nation Sunday about how the Trump administration…
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Red Cross to host blood drives in Yuma
In a press release, this is to help ” build up blood supply after thousands of donations went uncollected last…
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Doctors say antivirals are helping sick patients this sick season
Flu and COVID infection rates are on the rise this season. Some doctors are recommending oral antivirals to help prevent diseases from getting worse.…
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Local students commit to healthy hearts for Heart Month
As part of Heart Month, a local hospital is bringing awareness to kids in the Yuma…
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Flu rates in the United States reach highest level
So far this season, an estimated 13,000 people, including 57 children, have died from…
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Onvida Health earns award for implementing safer technology while operating
A local health care provider receives a national recognition for having safer surgery…
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Rep. Raul Ruiz opposes RFK Jr.’s nomination for HHS Secretary
Multiple physicians in the House of Representatives openly spoke out against Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s nomination for Health and Human Services (HHS)…
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SPECIAL REPORT: How winter visitors stay healthy while in the Desert Southwest
Some are swinging paddles on the pickleball court, some are teeing off on the golf course, and others are taking part in water aerobics in the…
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Rare identical quadruplets born in Arizona
When you’re expecting a bundle of joy, one thing you don’t expect is four of them. Carrying quadruplets is rare and risky, which is why one mom…
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Hospital in Colorado seeing record number of births
As birthrates across the country are declining, one Colorado community is seeing baby boom, with one hospital setting records on number of…
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Regional Center for Border Health breaks ground for new hospital in San Luis, Arizona
A local non-profit health agency breaks ground on the construction of the first rural community hospital in south Yuma…
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Arizona Department of Education announces partnership with Cartwheel
In a press release, the partnership between the Arizona Department of Education (AZED) and Cartwheel is to help “bring students and families in…
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Accomplished heart surgeon in Yuma announces retirement
An accomplished doctor who helped bring quality heart care to Yuma has announced his…
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