Health department confirms case of West Nile Virus in northeast Nebraska
The person who tested for the virus was not hospitalized.…
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Wildfire smoke may impact health of some in Siouxland
Most people will not have any problems; however, those who are more sensitive to air quality drops (such as those with respiratory conditions) may…
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Mississippi argues Supreme Court should overturn Roe v. Wade
Mississippi is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn its landmark 1973 ruling that legalized abortion nationwide.…
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Siouxland mom working towards being Ms. Health and Fitness 2021
Peggy Higman is a fitness instructor, and a mom of three, from Sioux City. But this year she’s trying to be even more than…
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South Dakota lawmakers approve rules for medical pot in public schools
The state government has been tasked with setting up a medical marijuana program under a law voters passed last…
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Johnson & Johnson issues recall for some aerosol sunscreen products due to benzene presence
In a press release, J&J said it is voluntarily pulling the aerosol sunscreens out of an abundance of caution, and consumers should stop using…
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US overdose deaths hit record 93,000 in pandemic last year
Overdose deaths soared to a record 93,000 last year in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.…
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RECALL ALERT: Tyson Foods recalls almost 4,500 tons of chicken products
Tyson is expanding its pre-cooked chicken recall by nearly 500,000 pounds due to possible listeria contamination.…
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Healthbeat 4: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Repetitive work on computer keyboards in the office, or at home, and other activities can cause…
Continue Reading Health department lists conditions for medical marijuana
Over 70% of voters in the November election passed Initiated Measure 26 to legalize medicinal…
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