New swine flu virus with ‘pandemic potential’ found in China
(KYMA, KECY) – Scientists say a new strain of the H1N1 swine flu virus is spreading in workers on pig farms in China and should be “urgently”…
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YRMC encourages rising physicians to stay in Yuma
This pandemic has revealed the need and appreciation for our health care workers and Yuma Regional Medical Center (YRMC) is doing its part to ensure…
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Only two U.S. states are seeing a decline in new coronavirus cases
(CNN) – Only two US states are reporting a decline in new coronavirus cases compared to last week: Connecticut and Rhode…
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Local woman shares her story of living with fibromyalgia during the pandemic
A Yuma woman with fibromyalgia and arthritis shares her experiences with trying to live through the…
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Health officials unsure of peak season in Yuma County
As the coronavirus cases continue to rise, a Yuma County health official says he’s not sure we have reached the “peak” season of the coronavirus just…
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ICPHD monitoring COVID-19 outbreaks at local nursing homes and prisons
The elderly who are considered the most vulnerable population to COVID-19 continue to be threatened by the virus.…
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Summer heat bringing new coronavirus complication: mask rash
(NBC News) – Summer weather has arrived in much of the country, and that’s adding a new COVID-19…
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COVID-19 is creating communication barriers for the deaf community
For many people who are deaf or hard of hearing, lip reading, facial expressions, and body language are vital to communication, but protective face…
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Using hand sanitizer during the COVID-19 pandemic?
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says certain hand sanitizers that are manufactured by a company in Mexico could potentially be…
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The proper way to use hand sanitizer
See the mistakes, you may be making.…
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CDC: Americans dangerously misusing bleach to fight COVID-19
(CNN) – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say Americans are misusing bleach in an effort to fight the…
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5-year-old battling kidney disease celebrates unforgettable birthday
The family’s home transformed into a kaleidoscopic wonderland, with life-size inflatable gummy bears, dinosaurs, and over a hundred funky ornaments…
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‘Vitalant’ calls for blood donations in Yuma County
The nation’s largest nonprofit independent blood collector Vitalant has declared a critical shortage of blood as supplies have been significantly…
Continue Reading YRMC managing ICU capacity, transferring several COVID-19 patients to hospitals statewide
The Yuma County Health Department expects COVID-19 cases to peak in Yuma County within the next two…
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Bionic eye in development could offer night-vision
(KYMA, KECY) – Researchers are developing a new bionic eye that could give humans…
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Global carbon emissions dropped during height of lockdown
The coronavirus lockdown orders may have been good for the…
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Local meditator guiding Zoom meditation sessions
How meditation and mindfulness just might be the key to unlocking peace during this…
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CVS opening drive-thru testing sites in Arizona today
CVS is opening 10 new drive-up COVID-19 testing sites in Arizona Friday, with plans for more in the coming weeks.…
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Study says yoga can help with migraine relief
(CNN) – Waking up with a slight headache that becomes painful enough to hinder daily life is the experience of many who suffer from…
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County responds: Can COVID-19 spread throughout bodies of water?
County responds: Can COVID-19 spread throughout bodies of water? …
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