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Jordan Valley Community Health Center celebrates the expansion of its southwest Springfield dental clinic
The expansion of a dental clinic operated by Jordan Valley Community Health Center means more people who can't otherwise afford dental care will be able to get it. The Kingsley Dental Clinic at 2238 W. Kingsley St. in Springfield celebrated its grand re-opening with a ribbon cutting Friday. The full...
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Community Comes Together to Promote Pediatric Oral Health with Aetna
CARTHAGE, Mo. – Community partners recently combined forces to address pediatric oral health concerns through preventative efforts in partnership with Aetna. Four-hundred bags filled with dental hygiene items were distributed along with a bilingual children’s book focused on preventing cavities during an oral health event on Wednesday, Nov. 5, at the Coyle Center in Carthage. Dr. Julia Heinrichs, Dental Director for Dental Utilization Management, attended to represent Aetna.
Springfield News-Leader
Letters to the Editor: Health care, civics and government led by and supporting citizens
Council should be merciful, say no to BK&M At its Oct. 20 meeting, City Council heard another plea from the developer, Be Kind & Merciful (BK&M), about a development at the corner of Sunshine and National. This boil has been festering since 2022. BK&M has purchased property on speculation and has stirred a hornet nest of nearby neighbors. City Council as well as Planning and Zoning have really struggled with accepting any of BK&M’s plans and the neighbors are still stirred up. If you have not read about Councilman Hosmer’s frustration and summation of the situation about BK&M’s continued effort to save this sinking ship, it bears researching and reading. Well done Mr. Hosmer! It is again a shame that after three years, a majority of the City Council still seems reluctant to drive a stake in this ill-conceived venture. Art Farris, Springfield Supporting health care is a choice America’s families are already stretched to the limit with rising costs for necessities like food and child care — we can’t afford for health care premiums to skyrocket, too. While millions of families are starting to sign up for health insurance for next year, they’re learning that their health care premiums
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Residents near the former Tronox/Kerr-McGee wood treatment facility get an update on remediation
The Multistate Trust was in Springfield Thursday to update residents on the cleanup of a contaminated site in the northwest part of the city. The former Tronox/Kerr-McGee Wood Treatment Facility, at 2800 W. High, is contaminated with creosote-related chemicals. "Kerr-McGee discharged the creosote-laden wastewater into unlined lagoons," said Tasha Lewis,...
Missouri Updates
Springfield to Gain Expanded Pediatric Care as CoxHealth and St. Louis Children’s Appoint New Leader
St. Louis Children’s at CoxHealth has appointed Sarah Becker as vice president and administrator of its new joint venture. The announcement was made on November 5, 2025. This follows the June partnership between CoxHealth and St. Louis Children’s Hospital, with support from Washington University School of Medicine pediatric specialists. The collaboration aims to provide advanced pediatric care in Springfield and nearby areas. It is intended to reduce the need for families to travel long distances for specialized care.
KYTV
Mercy Hospital Springfield shares the importance of vaccines on World Immunization Day
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) -Monday is World Immunization Day, which serves as a reminder to get vaccinated against measles and other preventable diseases. Experts say it can help you fight off illnesses and, if you do get sick, the vaccination should make it less severe. It’s important for kids and adults alike to be up to date on their immunizations.
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Mercy Hospital Springfield shares the importance of vaccines on World Immunization Day
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Children’s Mercy expands pediatric care services in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Children’s Mercy has announced that their pediatric specialty services are now available in Springfield as of Saturday, November 1. According to a press release from the organization, the independent children’s health system started a joint operating agreement with Mercy Springfield Communities in August to bring the two organizations together to manage hospital-based […]
KYTV
Digital Extra: Breast radiologists share what to know about dense breast tissue and insurance coverage
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - It’s Buddy Check 3 day. Today is your reminder to do your monthly, self breast exam and remind a buddy to do the same. For the month of November we’re diving into the topic of breast density. Today KY3’s Emily Pritchard is talking with...
Missouri Updates
New Medical Simulation Lab Opens in Lebanon to Train Local Healthcare Workers
On October 30, 2025, Lebanon, Missouri opened a new Medical Simulation Lab. The event took place at the Robert W. Plaster Center for Student Success. Attendees included Governor Mike Kehoe, Mayor Jared Carr, state representatives, and community partners. The facility cost nearly $1 million and was funded by the City of Lebanon. It is part of the city’s long-term plan, Lebanon Project 2040.
KYTV
On Your Side: Open enrollment for Marketplace Insurance starts Saturday
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - If you get insurance through the Marketplace, also known as Obamacare, enrollment starts Saturday. Experts tell On Your Side that 65 plans are offered to people in the Ozarks. Across the board, plans cost more, and with those enhanced tax credits expiring, many will experience sticker...
KY3
MU Health Care new laser surgery corrects enlarged prostates
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Jasper receives $1.4 million for wastewater treatment upgrade
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Jordan Valley Community Health Center shares health tips and signs regarding lead poisoning
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Jordan Valley Community Health Center shares health tips and signs regarding lead poisoning
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) -This week is National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week. A 2023 report from the Arkansas Health Department shows that nearly 300 children reported elevated blood lead levels. A common source of lead exposure, now banned, is deteriorated lead-based paint, which was commonly used in the United States before...
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Permanent clinic location opens for uninsured patients in Christian County