health

Surviving childhood cancer

One of the hardest battles many people face is against cancer, but it’s especially difficult if the battle happens during a person’s childhood. September is ‘National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.’ Meet Rebecca Morrow.  “I had acute lymphoblastic leukemia.” Today, Rebecca…

Medical Marijuana Initiative reaches signature goal

The Medical Marijuana 2020 Initiative for Mississippi officially reached its signature goal and will be placed on the ballot in the 2020 election. It received more than 80,000 signatures. This initiative would allow the growth and distribution of medical marijuana…

Teen vaping: a nationwide epidemic

With rising health concerns over teens and vaping, Michigan has become the first state to ban the sale of most flavored e-cigarettes. In many cases they aren’t even old enough to drive, but thousands of teens have gotten their hands…

Journeying back to heart health

One businessman known for his restaurants across South Mississippi and the Coast is sharing his story with others following recent quadruple bypass surgery. This past month has been a rollercoaster for one Mississippi businessman. Ron Savell is known across South…

Changes to Mississippi’s mental health systems

A federal judge is taking charge of Mississippi’s mental health system, saying the federal government has proved the state isn’t doing enough to serve its residents. The Justice Department argued during a month-long trial that Mississippi’s movement toward community services…

Mika and Hudson’s Journey

Now for part two of a story we brought you on Friday about an Ocean Springs mother fighting for her life during pregnancy. In part one we told you about the insertion of a pacemaker into Mika Hartman's neck caused…

Fundraiser for lung transplant recipient at Texas Roadhouse

Meridian resident Patty Driskill has a new lease on life. Twelve years ago, she was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis and until about a year ago, she was able to do conservative treatment. However, when her health began to seriously decline,…

Mika and Hudson’s Journey

It is said that there is always a light at the end of the tunnel and for one Ocean Springs family, they’ve reached that light. Over the past 18 months, Mika Hartman has experienced heart failure and the birth of…

Mosquito Control out in full force in Harrison County

These pesky summer bugs are out in full force and they’re sure to get under your skin as temperatures stay high and rain continues to fall. This week, the Mississippi Department of Health confirmed two new human cases of West…

Heat stroke vs. heat exhaustion: know the signs

With today’s heat index already topping 115 in some locations, heat exhaustion and heat stroke are a big concern. It is important to stay hydrated, wear light clothing, and take breaks from the sun if you work outside. Make sure…

Fitness for all ages at the Y

One organization on the Mississippi Gulf Coast gives people of all ages a space to focus on physical and social wellness. The dog days of summer are upon us, but there’s one place on the Mississippi Coast that gives people…

County Health Clinics offer immunizations

South Mississippi schools will soon be back in session. Do your kids have the required immunizations? Over the next few days, many local Mississippi State Department of Health County Clinics will hold special school registration immunization walk-in clinics for students…

Stress less this school year

Well, the start of school is just around the corner and that means stress may begin to pile up on your kids. To make sure your children stress less and provide them with the strategies to take on the best…

The Wellness Boutique officially opens in Gulfport

A brand new Gulfport business opened its doors for the first time today. The Wellness Boutique officially welcomed in customers this morning for their grand opening. The locally owned store sells CBD oils, gummies, and many other hemp-based products. CBD…

Beating back to school anxiety

It’s that time of year again and kids may not want to hear it, but the start of the school year is just around the corner. News 25 has some tips to make that transition back to class a little…

Backpack safety measures

With the start of school set for next week, kids and parents are starting to fill backpacks with school supplies. Kids on the Coast are gearing up for the start of school. With that comes kids carrying heavy backpacks filled…

Dr. Andrea Logan answers viewer questions

Dr. Andrea Logan with Singing River Health System sits down with On The Pulse host Troy Thompson to talk about some of the issues that can come up with children during the summer and how to handle those issues. Dr.…

Mental health care services in question

Hundreds of people across the Coast will soon be losing community mental health services. Board members for the Gulf Coast Mental Health Center announced they will no longer be able to fund services after August 11th. This comes after the…

Planet Beach introduces HotWorx to On The Pulse viewers

Kathleen Webb of Planet Beach talks with On The Pulse host Troy Thompson, introducing viewers to Planet Beach and talking about their HotWorx workouts, how it works and what workouts are available on the Coast. And Planet Beach has a…

Gulfport boy battling rare cancer

The life of one local boy and his family has been turned upside down with his recent cancer diagnosis. “You can’t put into words when someone tells you that your son has cancer.” Thirteen-year-old Austin Guidry has been in and…