Health

COVID-19 update from Singing River Health System

Singing River Health System is sharing some encouraging news in the continued fight against COVID-19 here on the Coast. In an update released by CEO Lee Bond, Singing River says they’re caring for just 21 COVID-positive inpatients…

Teachers, first responders to be eligible for vaccine Monday

JACKSON, Miss. (AP) - Gov. Tate Reeves has announced Mississippi teachers and first responders will be eligible to receive the coronavirus vaccine starting Monday. Vaccinations in Mississippi are currently available for people 65 and older, health care workers and those who are at least…

Traveling out of state to get a COVID vaccine

People are traveling across state lines to receive a COVID vaccine. These people are known as vaccine tourists. To get vaccinated with the Mississippi State Department of Health you must be a resident of Mississippi. However, to…

Memorial Hospital holds group walk for heart health

Memorial Hospital is continuing its awareness campaign for American Heart Health Month through fun activities for its employees. This afternoon, Memorial Employees took time out of their busy schedules to take a group walk for exercise around…

Memorial Hospital named best hospital for cancer care

Memorial Hospital in Gulfport has been named one of America’s best hospitals for cancer care by the Women’s Choice Award. Memorial is in the top four percent of hospitals offering cancer care. Listed as one of 410…