FTS Automotive Center and Hunter’s Army host Third Annual Family Fun Day
The event took place at FTS from 9:00am to noon, and this is in collaboration with Hunter’s Army, along with the Yuma Fire Department, the Yuma…
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Over eight million laundry detergent packets recalled
The Consumer Product Safety Commission said the outer packaging containing the packets meant to prevent access to the contents can split open near…
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Beating childhood cancer – FTS Automotive holding fundraiser in support of Hunter’s Army
FTS Automotive located on 1701 S. Arizona Avenue is holding a fundraiser with the proceeds benefiting Hunter’s…
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Health Minute: Eclipse safety
It will be the longest, most visible solar eclipse in more than a century. On April 8th, the moon will block out the sun but watching this without…
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Public Health Week proclaimed in Yuma County
The Yuma County Board of Supervisors Chairman proclaimed April 1-7 as Public Health Week in Yuma…
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Dept. of Human and Health Services issues consent guidelines for hospitals
In a letter to teaching hospitals and medical schools, HHS said doctors performing sensitive tests, such as pelvis or prostate exams, must get signed…
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Hospital patients in North Carolina splatter Jell-O on nurses for fun
The Jell-O Toss is an annual event for the pediatric patients at the James and Connie Maynard Children’s Hospital in…
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New Fibromyalgia Support Group launches
A new support group was launched in Yuma for individuals living with…
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Florida Supreme Court rules on abortion rights and marijuana use
The Florida Supreme Court issued rulings Monday allowing the state’s voters to decide whether to protect abortion rights and legalize recreational…
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How to be safe ahead of next week’s solar eclipse
You can seriously damage your eyes by looking directly at the sun during a solar eclipse, and regular sunglasses and 3D glasses won’t cut it. And…
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First Over-The-Counter Birth Control Pill now available
Opill, the very first over-the-counter birth control pill approved by the FDA began its online sales last month.…
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Rare, serious infection on the rise
The CDC is alerting doctors to watch for unusual symptoms as a rare but serious bacterial infection is on the rise in the…
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Locals hunt for Easter eggs, benefitting child burn survivors
Child burn survivors aged 1-8 participated in the hunt at Yuma Catholic High School starting at 10:30…
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YRMC receives $1.5M federal grant secured by Sen. Mark Kelly
Yuma Regional Medical Center will receive $1,500,000 in federal funding from a grant secured by U.S. Senator Mark…
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Pioneers Memorial Healthcare District expansion opposed
The application to expand Pioneers Memorial Healthcare District has been…
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Biden is announcing a new rule to protect consumers who purchase short-term health insurance plans
President Joe Biden is announcing new steps to protect consumers who buy short-term health insurance plans that critics say amount to junk.…
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YRMC’s AngelEye brings heaven sent device to NICU families
It’s called “AngelEye” and it’s just the newest technology now available at Yuma Regional Medical Center (YRMC) to help families stay in touch with…
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Vitalant honors local partners
A non-profit organization honored local partners for helping with blood donations across Yuma…
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Supreme Court hears arguments on abortion pill, Mifepristone
The Supreme Court is hearing arguments today in an abortion case that could affect women across the country.…
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Regional Center for Border Health faces funding challenges
The Regional Center for Border Health in Somerton faces a crisis as federal funding to assist migrants is running out. This funding is crucial for…
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