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Business

Covington Place Therapy & Counseling opened in early March.

Covington hospital opens new mental/behavioral health clinic

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 2:44 AM CDT
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By Charles Herrington
Covington County Hospital has opened a new mental healthcare clinic for children and adults.

Crime

Dr. Gregory Auzenne

Mississippi doctor avoids prison time for health care fraud

Updated: Mar. 20, 2023 at 9:44 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press
A Mississippi doctor will not spend time in jail after pleading guilty to federal misdemeanor charges for his role in a health care fraud scheme that prosecutors said cost insurers about $515 million.

News

Jackson ranks among the most overweight and obese cities in the U.S.

Jackson ranks among the most overweight and obese cities in the U.S.

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 10:56 PM CDT
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By Patrice Clark
Being overweight is no laughing matter, and the city of Jackson is battling a serious obesity issue.

State

Mississippi’s mental health system is still under the microscope by the feds. But the court...

New Mississippi mental health report released and legislative action could fill in some gaps

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 7:48 PM CDT
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By Courtney Ann Jackson
Mississippi’s mental health system is still under the microscope by the feds. But the court monitor’s most recent report shows some signs of improvement.

Coronavirus

3 YEARS LATER: Mississippi’s first COVID-19 case, and where we’ve been

Updated: Mar. 12, 2023 at 10:40 PM CDT
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By Holly Emery
This weekend marks the 3rd anniversary of Mississippi’s first COVID-19 case. Let’s take a look back at what’s happened and see where we’re headed.

Health

SeMRHI rolls out newest bus to join mobile clinic fleet

Updated: Mar. 9, 2023 at 12:43 PM CST
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By Brandy McGill
Easy access to healthcare in rural communities can significantly improve residents’ quality of life.

Community

USM hosts fentanyl awareness conference

Updated: Mar. 9, 2023 at 12:23 AM CST
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By Charles Herrington
The University of Southern Mississippi hosted an event Wednesday night focused on increasing awareness of the drug fentanyl.

State

MSDH taking action to stop rising syphilis cases in pregnant mothers in Mississippi

Updated: Mar. 8, 2023 at 7:17 PM CST
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By Christopher Fields
“We’ve seen a massive increase in the number of women who have had syphilis during pregnancy and babies born with syphilis including severe outcomes and deaths, so it’s very tragic,” Dr. Thomas Dobbs said.

State

Pollen season hits Mississippi

Updated: Mar. 8, 2023 at 7:05 PM CST
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By Joseph Doehring
Following below freezing temperatures for much of the winter season in Mississippi, doctors didn’t expect allergy season to begin this early.

State

Postpartum Medicaid coverage bill heads to Gov. Reeves’ desk

Updated: Mar. 8, 2023 at 6:53 PM CST
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By WDAM Staff
Low-income mothers across the state could be seeing more health coverage as Senate Bill 2212 heads to Miss. Gov. Tate Reeves’ desk for his signature.
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State

‘Leaving for greener pastures’: Mississippi’s nurse vacancy rates are their highest in at least a decade

Updated: Mar. 8, 2023 at 11:29 AM CST
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By Devna Bose/Mississippi Today
Many of Mississippi's hospitals are emptying. Service lines are being discontinued, and full floors have been shuttered — for some, to preserve costs, but also because hospitals increasingly lack the staff.

Pink Up for Breast Cancer

Forrest General Cancer Center helps breast cancer patients with lymphedema

Updated: Mar. 7, 2023 at 7:00 PM CST
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By Marissa McCardell
Forrest General Cancer Center has subcommittees designed for services after cancer care, and one of those subcommittees focuses on Lymphedema.

State

Mississippi backs 1 year of postpartum Medicaid for new moms

Updated: Mar. 7, 2023 at 5:33 PM CST
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By The Associated Press
Low-income new mothers in Mississippi will be eligible for a full year of Medicaid health coverage under a bill passed Tuesday by the state Legislature.

Business

USM offers free hearing tests for World Hearing Day

Updated: Mar. 4, 2023 at 1:10 PM CST
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By Charles Herrington
University of Southern Mississippi students and faculty members in the School of Speech and Hearing Sciences celebrated “World Hearing Day” Friday in a special and appropriate way.

Community

WCU hosts 2nd annual Rural Health Summit

Updated: Mar. 3, 2023 at 9:56 PM CST
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By Charles Herrington
William Carey University explored issues facing rural healthcare in Mississippi, during an annual conference Friday.

News

March is colon cancer awareness month

Updated: Mar. 1, 2023 at 7:04 PM CST
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By Kyra Lampley
Colorectal cancer is the 2nd-leading cause of cancer death among men and women combined in the United States.

News

CMO to help explain Medicare benefits during 2 free seminars

Updated: Mar. 1, 2023 at 4:28 PM CST
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By WDAM Staff
A pair of free Medicare health care seminars are scheduled for April 14 at Forrest General Hospital

Allergies

Medical professional warns of spike in pollen allergens

Updated: Feb. 28, 2023 at 10:12 PM CST
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By Stephanie Poole
The return of pollen is landing some in urgent care to treat symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, and swelling around the eyes.

State

Anti-COVID-19 vaccine supporters host medical freedom conference

Updated: Feb. 28, 2023 at 8:00 PM CST
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By Morgan Harris
Mississippi Against Mandates and supporters of the group met on the steps of the State Capitol today to share their thoughts and concerns about the COVID vaccine.

Events

Cancer benefit concert to be hosted in Hattiesburg

Updated: Feb. 28, 2023 at 7:23 PM CST
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By Emily Blackmarr
The Immanuel Baptist Church is hosting a cancer benefit concert Saturday night.

State

Fungal infection cases strike Mississippi

Updated: Feb. 26, 2023 at 2:25 PM CST
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By Joel Griffin Moore
The Mississippi Health Department has identified over 50 fungal infections and nearly a dozen clinical cases in the state, with four cases potentially ending in death.

Business

Forrest County PRCC hosts 1st National Guard Career Day

Updated: Feb. 23, 2023 at 10:12 PM CST
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By Charles Herrington
he National Guard and Pearl River Community College have teamed up to give students and up-close look at career opportunities in the military.

State

Transgender teen speaks out against bill prohibiting gender-affirming care for minors

Updated: Feb. 23, 2023 at 7:55 PM CST
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By Lauren Martinez
A bill to prohibit gender-affirming care for children is a signature away from becoming law. Passed by the House and Senate, it now sits on Gov. Tate Reeves’ desk. The bill has been controversial, sparking protests.

News

Black History Month: 90% of Mississippi organ transplant list are African Americans

Updated: Feb. 23, 2023 at 10:38 AM CST
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By Brandy McGill
As we continue to celebrate Black History Month, we have a conversation that many may not know needs to be had - the importance of organ donations.

Health

Socialization improves well-being for seniors

Updated: Feb. 21, 2023 at 6:44 PM CST
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By Marissa McCardell
An official said socialization for seniors is very important for their physical, emotional and spiritual well-being.

Cardiovascular

Woman’s CPR training saves husband in cardiac arrest

Updated: Feb. 20, 2023 at 7:03 PM CST
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By Roslyn Anderson
During American Heart Month, a young Rankin county couple shares the importance of CPR training.

Cardiovascular

Mississippi residents give allegiance to American Heart Month

Updated: Feb. 20, 2023 at 6:52 PM CST
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By Parker Boyd
This month, people in South Mississippi and across the country are focusing on cardiovascular health, as February is American Heart Month. The focus this month is prevention of heart disease.

Business

Hospice care workers provide comfort in times of need

Updated: Feb. 20, 2023 at 6:26 PM CST
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By Kyra Lampley
Hospice care workers may be with you and your loved ones during a difficult time.

State

Mississippi has the highest infant mortality rate in the country. One program aims to improve those numbers.

Updated: Feb. 19, 2023 at 9:17 PM CST
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By Patrice Clark
The Mississippi State Department of Health is working to combat the maternal and Infant mortality rates here in the state with a free statewide program.

State

Popularity of diabetes medication for weight loss leaves diabetic patients without prescriptions

Updated: Feb. 16, 2023 at 6:41 PM CST
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By Holly Emery
That social media popularity - #ozempic has more than 540 million views on TikTok alone. Thousands claiming they have lost a few pounds from being on the diabetic medication.

State

Mississippi ranks second in the country with babies having syphilis

Updated: Feb. 16, 2023 at 6:36 PM CST
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By Christopher Fields
Dr. Thomas Dobbs says untreated syphilis can result in life-threatening damage to the heart, brain and other organs.

Business

City of Collins replacing 1,450 water meters

Updated: Feb. 15, 2023 at 9:40 PM CST
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By Charles Herrington
The city of Collins is replacing all city water meters.

Business

NAACP, Hattiesburg church host CPR class

Updated: Feb. 11, 2023 at 11:36 PM CST
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By Charles Herrington
The NAACP and a Hattiesburg church have teamed up to help save lives.

Business

New statewide campaign to boost skilled labor kicks off in Hattiesburg

Updated: Feb. 9, 2023 at 11:26 PM CST
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By Charles Herrington
A Mississippi non-profit is sponsoring a brand new campaign to boost the skilled labor force in the Magnolia State. It’s called, “Skills That Pay.”

State

First medical marijuana dispensary opens in Ocean Springs

Updated: Feb. 8, 2023 at 10:17 PM CST
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By Leslie Rojas
Co-owner Evan Daily has been in the medical marijuana business since 2020. He said he is bringing that knowledge into the new dispensary located on Marks Road.

Pink Up for Breast Cancer

SeMRHI offers resources for detecting breast cancer

Updated: Feb. 7, 2023 at 9:25 PM CST
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By Kyra Lampley
The Southeast Mississippi Rural Health Initiative offers a program where women between the ages of 40 and 64 can receive a free breast exam.

Community

Covington Co. Hospital honors first responders during acute, critical care workshop

Updated: Feb. 7, 2023 at 8:57 PM CST
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By Charles Herrington
Several Covington County first responders were recognized Tuesday for their life-saving work in 2022.

State

Mississippi Senate passes postpartum Medicaid extension

Updated: Feb. 7, 2023 at 7:42 PM CST
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By The Associated Press
Mississippi state senators passed a bill Tuesday that would let mothers keep Medicaid coverage for a year after giving birth, up from the current two months.

Health

LSU researchers study surprising health benefits of potatoes

Updated: Feb. 7, 2023 at 10:15 AM CST
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By WAFB Staff
The study was published in the Journal of Medicinal Food.

State

Former opioid addict seeks to help others with medical cannabis dispensary

Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 9:52 PM CST
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By Ja'Colbi Rivers
John Arnold is on a mission to help people beat something he struggled with for years: opioid addiction.

Community

AAA Ambulance Service receives 2 new ambulances in Forrest Co.

Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 6:23 PM CST
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By Marissa McCardell
Each ambulance costs around $160,000.

Cardiovascular

Cardiologist encourages healthy heart habits during American Heart Month

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 11:16 PM CST
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By Emily Blackmarr
According to Dr. Adam Harless, an interventional cardiologist, heart disease is the number one killer in the country.

State

Mississippi weighs easing restrictions on public hospitals

Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 2:55 PM CST
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By The Associated Press
The Mississippi Senate voted Friday to ease some restrictions on community-owned hospitals by letting them consolidate or collaborate with health care facilities outside their current service areas.

Health

Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program offers free life coaches to qualifiers

Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 at 9:08 AM CST
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By Kyra Lampley
The Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program is giving Medicare Part B recipients free life coaches for a year.

Top Story

HB 1158 passes through House, moves to Senate

Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 at 11:06 PM CST
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By Will Polston
The bill must still be approved by the Senate before landing on the Mississippi Governor’s desk.

Business

Southern Bone and Joint opens orthopedic urgent care center

Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 at 10:54 PM CST
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By Kyra Lampley
The clinic is the first of its kind in the Pine Belt and will provide relief to those wanting to avoid packed emergency rooms.

Health

Merit Health Wesley encourages people to practice healthy habits for American Heart Month

Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 at 1:32 AM CST
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By Marissa McCardell
Local health care workers encourage people to practice healthy habits for American Heart Month

Top Story

Some Pine Belt medical marijuana dispensaries open and ready for business

Updated: Jan. 30, 2023 at 10:31 PM CST
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By Will Polston
Dispensaries are receiving their first products, including Green Therapy, which is bringing in six strains to start.

State

Journey of medical marijuana patients leads to product research in the state

Updated: Jan. 30, 2023 at 10:07 PM CST
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By Roslyn Anderson
The Madison resident used to travel up to four times a year to Colorado in search of medical cannabis creams and patches to relieve her pain - but no longer.

State

State Rep. Missy McGee introduces 2 bills to help pregnant women in Mississippi

Updated: Jan. 30, 2023 at 6:09 PM CST
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By Marissa McCardell
One state leader is looking for ways to help pregnant women in Mississippi.
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