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Jefferson County Health Department struggles to get supply of COVID-19 vaccines
ARNOLD, Mo. (KMOV) – The Jefferson County Health Department has not been able to get a supply of COVID-19 vaccines to offer community members. Brianne Zwiener with the health department said despite several attempts to get the latest vaccine, suppliers just aren’t fulfilling it. “We’re reaching out directly to manufacturers and companies, and we’re not…
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Panelists talk funding rural health research
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Weld County commissioners recognize National Health Education Week
The Weld County Health Department’s Health Education, Communication and Planning division promotes health literacy, disease prevention and community well-being by implementing various initiatives and conducting critical data analysis. The Weld County Commissioners this past week honored the division as they proclaimed Oct. 15-21 as National Health Education Week. The division has been vital in maintaining…
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VIDEO: AAP launches effort to reform children’s health care
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Cincinnati Siemens workers protest healthcare cuts by billion-dollar giant
On Saturday, workers at the Siemens factory in Cincinnati will launch a protest and informational picket to demand the multi-billion dollar company stop pushing for cuts to their healthcare plan that will place an immense burden on workers as part of tense negotiations for a new four-year union contract.These Siemens workers at the 125-year-old factory…
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EDITORIAL | Health insurance bargains abound again
Opinion editor’s note: Editorials represent the opinions of the Star Tribune Editorial Board, which operates independently from the newsroom. ••• Being healthy is no guarantee against needing serious medical care. Accidents happen. Appendixes burst. COVID-19, influenza and other pathogens continue to circulate. Heart attacks and cancer can strike with little warning. If that happens, those…
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UofL hospital NICU babies and families reunite with healthcare workers for Halloween fun
Nurses and parents of NICU children reunited on Saturday at UofL Health’s annual Halloween event.The event allows former NICU babies and their families to reconnect with the health care staff who cared for them in the hospital.Children could dress up in their Halloween costumes to participate in trick-or-treating and a dance party with the University…
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Coverage in Health Equity: October 2023
Health equity coverage appearing in the October 2023 issue of Evidence-Based Oncology. Expert Panel Addresses Prostate Cancer Misconceptions, Importance of Screening Although common, prostate cancer remains misunderstood, and Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in September served as an important reminder to consider prostate health and learn about the facts, myths, risks, and treatments available. With advanced…
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UPMC Hamot Hosts Community Health Fair
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Photo Gallery: Trunk or Treat at ProMedica Health Wellness Center
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