3 win Nobel medicine prize for discovering hepatitis C virus
Three scientists won the Nobel Prize in medicine Monday for discovering the liver-ravaging hepatitis C virus, a breakthrough that led to cures for…
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Researchers look into why Alzheimers affects Latinos more frequently
(KYMA, KECY) – A first of it’s kind, large scale study, into Alzheimer’s disease is underway in North Texas. Researchers at the UNT Health Science…
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1 in 3 parents won’t get flu shots for their child during Covid-19, study finds
(CNN) – One-third of American parents have no plans to get their children vaccinated for the flu this year, according to the National Poll on…
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Gov. Ducey orders capitol dome to be lit purple for domestic violence awareness
Agencies, businesses, and communities are encouraged to light their buildings and homes purple this October as a symbol of support for victims and…
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Arizona’s lack of mental health care providers underscored as COVID-19 increases depression, anxiety
Arizona ranks close to last in the nation when it comes to available mental health care providers – a problem that’s been underscored during a…
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The first known person to be cured of HIV dies
The first known person to be cured of HIV dies after a five-month battle with…
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Genetic testing available for local cancer patients
Yuma Regional Medical Center’s (YRMC) Cancer Center created a program that gives local cancer patients access to genetic testing at…
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Salmonella outbreak found in at least 10 states
Federal officials are issuing a warning of salmonella cases linked to dried mushrooms from a Southern California company.…
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Vietnam police confiscate used condoms ready to be sold as new
Police in Vietnam has confiscated an estimated 345,000 used condoms which had been cleaned and resold as…
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How can I tell the difference between the flu and COVID-19?
Body aches, sore throat, fever, cough, shortness of breath, fatigue, and headaches are symptoms shared by the…
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Fall Prevention Month aims to protect local seniors
September is Fall Prevention month and local experts have tips to help protect your loved…
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American Red Cross in Yuma in need of volunteers
The American Red Cross Yuma is still in need of volunteers as it continues to send existing volunteers to work in the disaster…
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Thyroid medications recalled
More thyroid medicines are recalled for being too weak, according to the…
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U.S. obesity rate hits new record
(KYMA, KECY) – The obesity rate in the U.S. hit a new record, according to the nonprofit organization Trust for America’s Health. The report says…
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State pushes flu vaccinations to avert flu-and-COVID-19 ‘perfect storm’
Just over two in five Arizona adults got a flu shot last year, a number state officials are desperate to improve on before the onset of both…
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Thrift stores struggle despite re-opening
The Woman Haven of Imperial Valley is still operating on regular hours but with restrictions.…
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Don’t neglect preventative care, amid pandemic
The warning, from doctors.…
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Suicide Prevention Week: Teens helping teens
As suicide prevention week comes to an end, Teen Lifeline wants other teens to know they are not alone.…
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September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
For the month of September, Team Kate is asking the community to raise awareness of childhood…
Continue Reading Local health officials prepare for flu season
Yuma County Health Officials are pushing for flu shots now more than…
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