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Mississippi health officials issue reminder about Vibrio

JACKSON, Miss. (WTVA) – Mississippi officials are reminding people to be on guard against a flesh-eating bacteria. The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) issued the reminder after people were hospitalized and five were killed in Louisiana by Vibrio vulnificus, a bacterium found naturally in warm coastal waters. Louisiana’s...

Mississippi · 08-07

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FMOL Health | St. Dominic among 100 hospitals recognized for excellence

JANS – The American College of Cardiology has recognized FMOL Health | St. Dominic for its demonstrated commitment to comprehensive, high-quality culture and cardiovascular care. FMOL Health | St. Dominic is the first hospital in central Mississippi and one of 100 hospitals nationally to be awarded the HeartCARE Center National Distinction of Excellence based on meeting accreditation criteria and through ongoing performance registry reporting.

Jackson, MS · 08-12

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Pilot project in pharmacies credited with saving lives

A pilot project using rural pharmacies in Kentucky and five other states to identify and screen patients at risk of stroke and heart disease, may have saved hundreds of lives, improved outcomes for thousands of patients and saved millions of dollars by preventing hospitalization. A collaboration between the National Community...

Kentucky · 08-13

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Back-to-school illnesses prompt Brandon clinic to urge vaccinations and hygiene steps

BRANDON, Miss. (WLBT) - Pediatricians at TrustCare Kids in Brandon say they have already diagnosed children with COVID, the flu, and strep throat in the first weeks of the new school year. Health professionals say children living with grandparents or older adults face a higher risk for severe illness. TrustCare...

Brandon, MS · 08-11

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AMA President visits Mississippi to discuss cracks in the healthcare system nationwide

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - In a 3 On Your Side Exclusive the President of the American Medical Association discusses maternal healthcare deserts in this state and around the nation. Dr. Willie Underwood who is a urologist also shares the importance of fighting for answers and protecting your health. As a...

Mississippi · 08-12

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Rural pharmacies identify thousands of patients at risk of stroke, heart disease, pilot program reveals

ALEXANDRIA, Va. – A trailblazing new program using rural pharmacies to identify and screen patients at risk of stroke and heart disease may have saved hundreds of lives, improved outcomes for thousands of patients, and saved millions of dollars by preventing hospitalization. The pilot program is a collaboration between...

Kentucky · 08-11

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AMA President visits Mississippi to discuss cracks in the healthcare system nationwide

Mississippi · 08-12

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Pregnant MS moms working with doulas in hopes of better birth outcomes

As Mississippi's maternal health system struggles , doulas move from rarity to mainstream. With one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the country , many soon-to-be mothers are turning to doulas for support before, during and after childbirth . The state's maternal mortality rate is 39.1 deaths per 100,000 live births, according to the World Population Review. This is 66% higher than the national average of 17.4. Mississippi ranked last among 52 jurisdictions for preterm births in the 2024 March of Dimes report, with 5,017 babies born prematurely. To fill that gap, doulas, or nonmedical professionals who provide emotional, physical and informational support during pregnancy and childbirth, are becoming more common. Medicaid reimbursement for doulas has expanded from 14 states in 2022 to more than 30 states by 2026. As of 2023, 12% of U.S. births were attended by a doula, compared to just 3% in 2006, according to a 2024 National Academy for State Health Policy brief. Read more: New studies rank Mississippi worst for babies and children. Why? What is a doula? Hannah Servis, a Jackson-based birth and postpartum doula, said advocacy is central to her work. “I try to teach my clients to advocate for themselves.

Mississippi · 08-12

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AMA President visits Mississippi to discuss cracks in the healthcare system nationwide

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – In a 3 On Your Side Exclusive the President of the American Medical Association discusses maternal healthcare deserts in this state and around the nation. Dr. Willie Underwood who is a urologist also shares the importance of fighting for answers and protecting your health. As...

Mississippi · 08-12

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JHCHC launches foundation to improve delivery of healthcare

For more than 55 years, the Central Mississippi Civic Improvement Association (CMCIA), doing business as Jackson-Hinds Comprehensive Health Center (JHCHC) and Alexander Waites, has served as a cornerstone of healthcare throughout Central Mississippi. Now, the organization is taking another step toward strengthening that legacy with the launch of the Mississippi Civic Improvement Foundation (MCIF), its official nonprofit fundraising arm.

Jackson, MS · 08-11

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MSDH Issues Reminder to Reduce Risk of Vibrio Infections

MISSISSIPPI (GG) — The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is reminding residents and visitors to be on guard to protect themselves from Vibrio bacteria, which live in warm coastal waters and can cause illness when exposed to an open wound or when a person eats contaminated seafood, especially raw oysters. The bacteria are most prevalent in May through October, when water temperatures are warmer.

Mississippi · 08-09

Mississippi Today

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Maternity care deserts make up nearly half of Mississippi counties, March of Dimes says

Mississippi continues to rank among the states with the fewest resources for pregnant women. According to the latest report from the March of Dimes, nearly half of the counties statewide are considered maternity care deserts without an obstetric clinician or birthing facility.

Mississippi · 08-11

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29 Vibrio cases reported in Mississippi

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is reminding residents and visitors to be on guard to protect themselves from Vibrio bacteria, which live in warm coastal waters and can cause illness when exposed to an open wound or when a person eats contaminated seafood, especially raw oysters. The bacteria are […]

Mississippi · 08-07

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Health-care facilities promote ways to protect seniors during dangerous heat waves

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The National Weather Service has reported several heat advisories this year, prompting facilities across the Jackson metro to urge families to take extra protective measures for older adults. Senior Helpers of Central Mississippi promotes ways to keep seniors protected during high temperatures. Leslie Leonard, owner of...

Jackson, MS · 08-10

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29 Vibrio cases reported in Mississippi

Mississippi · 08-07

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Merit Health Central Hospital & NorthShore University Health System Settle EMTALA Violations

The Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (HHS-OIG) has announced that two settlements have been agreed to resolve alleged violations of the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA). EMTALA was enacted by Congress in 1986 to ensure public access to emergency medical services. EMTALA requires...

Jackson, MS · 08-06

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Editor’s Note | Vaccinations Are a Shield Against Nature’s Swords

As the topic of vaccines has returned to the forefront recently, I’ve been thinking about what an unremarkable experience I’ve had with vaccinations. The Mississippi State Department of Health recently announced that eight Mississippi counties had kindergarten vaccine rates fall below the 95% threshold necessary for herd immunity. State Health Officer Dan Edney warned that this means there is an opening to the spread of diseases such as measles, and we’re already seeing more cases of measles this year than in the past three decades. Fortunately, Mississippi has remained resilient on MMR vaccination rates, even leading the nationwide average.

Mississippi · 08-07

Mississippi Today

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Reeves announces pilot programs to improve rural health for Mississippi

Gov. Tate Reeves announced Wednesday new pilot programs aimed to combat obesity, eliminate obstetric care deserts and expand mental health services in rural Mississippi.

Mississippi · 08-05

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Gov. Reeves opens second round of Mississippi rural health grants

Gov. Tate Reeves (R) on Wednesday promoted a second round of application opportunities for Mississippi’s Rural Health Transformation Program, state officials said. The new round includes grants for an EMS Capacity Assessment, Psychiatric Emergency Services and a Workforce Expansion Initiative. State officials said Mississippi received $206.5 million in federal...

Mississippi · 08-06

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G.A. Carmichael Family Health Center opens in Yazoo City

YAZOO CITY, Miss. (WLBT) -U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson cut the ribbon Monday on the new G.A. Carmichael Family Health Center on Grand Avenue, marking the opening of a $7 million, 23,000-square-foot facility designed to expand healthcare access in Yazoo County. City and state officials joined Thompson for the ceremony. The...

Yazoo City, MS · 08-04

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