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Missouri sees a disproportionate impact of strokes and other health conditions on women, particularly Black women. Advocates say addressing challenges such as limited access to healthy food options, better resources in underserved communities and timely stroke care are key.
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The Federal Reimbursement Allowance, which is a tax on hospitals, ambulance districts, nursing homes and pharmacies, is set to expire at the end of September. The Senate gave it initial approval early Thursday morning after more than 40 hours of filibustering by the Missouri Freedom Caucus.
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The legislation comes after several unsuccessful attempts to stop public funds from going to abortion providers or affiliates through the budget process. The bill now goes to Gov. Mike Parson.
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The American Migraine Foundation estimates that at least 39 million Americans live with migraine, but because many people do not get a diagnosis or the treatment they need, the actual number is probably higher.
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A bill protecting pesticide manufacturers from some lawsuits about warning labels has gained initial approval in the Missouri House. The bill protects manufacturers’ pesticides that have already been approved by the EPA from claims that they failed to warn consumers of possible cancer-risks.
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Do you flush or throw away unused medication? Or, if you looked through your medicine cabinet right now, would it be like a museum of your and your family’s past illnesses? Any of those options are not ideal. The three main dangers of these types of disposal include: negative environmental impact, poisoning, and opening the door to abuse.
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April is H.I.E. Awareness Month. According to the Hope for H.I.E. organization, two to three in every 1,000 full-term births will be affected by hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy, a type of brain dysfunction that occurs when the brain doesn't receive enough oxygen or blood flow for a period of time.
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Mon. April 8th, 2024 marked the second time Cape Girardeau and the region experienced a total solar eclipse within a seven-year period—a rare occurrence.
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Southeast Missouri State University is preparing for the approaching total solar eclipse on April 8. For the first total eclipse since 2017, a slew of activities are planned for SEMO students, their families, and the local community to enjoy.
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Retired NASA astronomer Fred Espenak has spent his entire life traveling the world chasing solar eclipses, earning the nickname “Mr. Eclipse.”
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Johns Hopkins Medicine reports, “Research has shown that listening to music can reduce anxiety, blood pressure, and pain as well as improve sleep quality, mood, mental alertness, and memory.”
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Attendees at a Child Wellness Summit in Missouri united against child food insecurity as COVID benefits near their end, urging action for vulnerable families.