Woman found dead on Phoenix-area hike, authorities say it may be heat related
Phoenix Fire Department officials said Jessica Christine Lindstrom, 34, went hiking around 8:30 a.m. Friday and was declared missing about nine hours…
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California spa under investigation for possible Legionnaires’ disease
Contra Costa County health leaders say two people who recently visited the spa died from Legionnaires’ disease. Now, they are investigating to see if…
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Griner expected to return for Mercury after 3-game break to focus on her mental health
Brittney Griner is expected to return to the basketball court on Saturday after a three-game absence from the Phoenix Mercury while she focused on…
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A cyberattack has disrupted hospitals and health care in several states
A cyberattack has disrupted hospital computer systems in several states, forcing some emergency rooms to close and ambulances to be diverted, and…
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Pioneers Memorial Hospital opens new skilled nursing center in Brawley
What was once known as Imperial Heights Healthcare and Wellness Centre is now the Pioneers Memorial Skilled Nursing…
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Free vaccines for kids
A local non-profit organization is helping students get vaccines before they head back to…
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Paul Reubens, Pee-Wee Herman actor, dead at 70
A statement posted on Instagram said the actor “bravely and privately fought cancer for years with his trademark tenacity and wit.” The statement…
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Asa Hutchinson, GOP candidate, on 2024 race and fentanyl crisis
On Sunday’s episode of Face the Nation, 2024 GOP presidential candidate Asa Hutchinson spoke with Margaret Brennan on the 2024 presidential race and…
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Bronny James suffers cardiac arrest, but it could happen to any young athlete
Bronny James suffers cardiac arrest, but even though it is rare it could happen to any young athlete. YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – One Monday, NBA star…
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Assemblymember Eduardo Garcia addresses legislation update on healthcare bill AB 918
The proposal is near the end of the legislative process addressing the final steps moving forward with the healthcare bill AB…
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Imperial County Behavioral Health Services receives grant funding for new facility
The Imperial County Behavioral Health Services (ICBHS) announced the awarding of $17,285,302 in grant funding for projects that support behavioral…
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Blood donors needed as nationwide shortage is underway
A nationwide blood supply shortage is prompting medical professionals to advise Americans to…
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SPECIAL REPORT: Taking the Best S.T.E.P. Forward
community; with her giant chef’s hat and colorful soccer jerseys, she’s able to give opportunities and experiences to children who would otherwise…
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Yuma County has the highest rate of Alzheimer’s in Arizona
“Ask for them to do the cognitive testing that can be done because an early diagnosis actually provides a better quality of life,” Brown…
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YRMC Foothills Emergency Department set to open Wednesday
Yuma Regional Medical Center’s (YRMC) newest development will provide an expanded array of healthcare services to East Yuma…
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World Drowning Prevention Day raises awareness
World Drowning Prevention Day is marked each July 25th to increase awareness about the devastating consequences of drowning. The day plays a crucial…
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Yuma County Public Health offering immunizations for Back to School
Yuma County Public Health Services offers Back to School Immunizations from July 24 to August 4, excluding weekends.…
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YRMC prioritizes employee mental health and wellness
Thanks to the Foundation of YRMC, four “Zen Dens” have been added for staff to take a break, and find peace and comfort, YRMC…
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Death Valley becomes destination spot during ongoing heat wave
Inside the Furnace Creek Visitor Center, in the middle of Death Valley National Park, a quote from Edna Brush Perkins, written on the walls, reads,…
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Pharmaceutical company seeks FDA approval for new Alzheimer’s treatment
According to Eli Lilly, results from a clinical trial found the drug called “Donanemab” helped slow the decline in patients in the early stages of…
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