Fourth case of bird flu detected at Maricopa County farm
Another farm in Maricopa County tested positive for Avian Influenza, commonly known as Bird Flu, according to a press release from the Arizona…
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June is National Men’s Mental Health Month
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that in 2023 male suicide rates were nearly four times higher than female…
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Donate blood and save a life this summer in Yuma County
Vitalant supplies 62 hospitals across Arizona including Yuma County. Vitalant says more than 600 blood donors are needed every single day. They see a…
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Third farm in Maricopa County tests positive for bird flu
According to the CDC, the risk to the general public is considered low. Those most at risk are the ones directly involved with the daily care of…
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Trump Administration’s ‘Make America Healthy Again’ report filled with errors
The report contained more than 500 references to studies, government reports, and news articles. It turns out some of these references were wrong or…
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American Cancer Society hosts 2025 Survivor & Caregiver Gala
The fight against cancer took center stage as Relay for Life hosted its Fourth Annual Survivor & Caregiver Gala in honor of National Cancer Survivor…
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CDC recommends parents to talk to doctor about getting COVID vaccine for kids
The CDC now recommends parents talk to a doctor about getting COVID shots for healthy…
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Dozens of people ill due to salmonella outbreak linked to recalled cucumbers
At least 16 people have been hospitalized after eating cucumbers produced by Florida-based Bedner Growers and distributed by Fresh Start Produce…
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Salmon sold at Aldi stores recalled
Santa Monica Seafood has announced a recall of 16-ounce packages of Atlantic salmon portions with seafood…
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THC edibles tied to early heart disease
People who regularly smoked marijuana or ate THC-laced edibles showed early signs of cardiovascular disease; similar to tobacco…
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Losing weight in middle age has added benefits
According to a study in the journal ‘Jama Network Open,’ losing weight in middle age may lower your risk for major health issues including heart…
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Hitting the snooze button may be bad for your health
Your first instinct could be to hit the snooze button when your alarm goes off, but according to a new study that could actually be causing you to…
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Arizona Governor visits Yuma to discuss Medicaid funding
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs is visiting Yuma County to talk about the importance of Medicaid…
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Refreshing Summer Kale Lemonade
Here’s a refreshing take on lemonade pack with lots of vitamins, Kale…
Continue Reading Second farm in Maricopa County tests positive for bird flu
Poultry began showing clinical signs consistent with the disease about a week ago. The farm in Maricopa County has been placed under…
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Critically ill child and her family face possible deportation
A critically ill four-year-old girl is facing possible deportation, and if her care is halted, she could die within…
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Imperial Valley health provider encourages community to take action on asthma and allergies
As Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month is wrapping up, an Imperial Valley health provider encourages the community to take…
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Local high school student nominated for the Congress of Future Medical Leaders
Chloe Comet, a sophomore at Yuma Catholic High School, has been nominated to be a delegate to the Congress of Future Medical Leaders next…
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Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs signs HB2175 into law
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs signed a bill where health insurance companies in the state “can no longer deny medically necessary care without a…
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Changing future COVID-19 vaccine approvals
The Food and Drug Administration is adjusting the standard of evidence needed for shots to be approved by the general…
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