health

Four new cases of West Nile reported

Today, the Mississippi State Department of Health reports four new human cases of West Nile Virus, bringing the state total to 45 this year. The new cases were reported in Calhoun, Clay, and Lee counties. So far this year, cases…

Fresh produce for Harrison County students

Students at three Harrison County schools will now get to enjoy fresh fruits and veggies all at no cost. This is all thanks to three grants totaling almost $80,000. Bel Aire, Crossroad, and Pineville Elementary schools will be able to…

Real Men Wear Pink campaign

Since 1993, participants in the Making Strides against Breast Cancer program have helped raise more than $800 million to create a world free from breast cancer. Twenty-two men on the Gulf Coast are taking a stand in this year’s Real…

Real men wear pink reveal party

Since 1993 participants in the Making Strides against Breast Cancer program have helped raise more than $800 million to create a world free from breast cancer. News 25’s Tanner Stewart joins us at the Rack House in Gulfport at this…

Twenty five total cases of West Nile in Mississippi

Six new cases of West Nile Virus bring the state’s total this year to 25. State Health Department officials say the death toll remains at one. The new cases were in Clay, Forrest, Hinds, Leake, Lowndes, and Rankin counties. Hinds…

Horse with rare deadly disease on the Coast

Eastern equine encephalitis, a rare disease caused by infected mosquitoes, has affected a horse in Ocean Springs near the high school. News 25’s Tanner Stewart takes to the Meadows Farm with the horse and his owner.

Could heavy backpacks be causing back problems

Could the backpack your child takes to school cause long term back or spine problems? News 25’s Gina Tomlinson spoke with a local chiropractor who weighs in on the topic. Millions of students are walking the halls, some of them…

Parker’s Purpose BBQ Benefit

A barbecue event was held Sunday for a special cause in Moss Point. Parker’s Purpose is a nonprofit organization based out of Moss Point. They donate care boxes to local hospitals and provide support for mothers with stillborn babies. Each…

Little girl with fatal disorder needs help

A three-year-old girl from Ocean Springs has been fighting a rare and potentially fatal genetic disorder and doctors say her body could shut down before her tenth birthday. Since her diagnosis, Willow’s family has been on a mission to save…

Fifth annual Health and Wellness Fair

The City of Gulfport wants kids to get their brains and bodies moving this weekend for a health and wellness fair. Every child who attends receives a free drawstring backpack filled with school supplies. Over 50 vendors will be underneath…

National Immunization Awareness Month

August is National Immunization Awareness Month which is an annual observance held to highlight the importance of vaccination for people of all ages. Vaccines have reduced and in some cases eliminated many diseases that once killed or harmed infants, children…

Mosquito Control steps up in Harrison County

The first West Nile Virus death of the year in our state is now on record causing concern especially after mosquitoes in one area of Harrison County recently tested positive for the virus. News 25’s Gina Tomlinson shows us what…

First West Nile Virus death in Mississippi

Today, the Mississippi Department of Health reports the first West Nile Virus death in a Mississippi resident this year. The person was from Grenada County. Additionally, the health department is reporting nine new human cases in the last week including…

Bethesda Clinic fundraiser this Saturday in Ocean Springs

Bethesda Free Health Clinic opened its doors in 2010. The company has never taken payment for services given to over 12,000 patients. Today, representatives from Bethesda stopped by WXXV to share more about their upcoming fundraiser, a mystery themed dinner…

Make-A-Wish grants trip overseas

An 18-year-old battling cancer receives the trip overseas she’s been longing for. News 25’s Kendra Turley takes us inside Lauren Hannah’s Make-A-Wish surprise sendoff party at the Half Shell Oyster House in Biloxi. Being diagnosed with cancer is a lifestyle…

West Nile cases triple in Mississippi

Mississippi health officials are reporting seven new cases of West Nile virus, bringing the state total to ten this year. The state health department says three of the new cases are in Hinds County and the others are in Covington,…

Little boy granted wish

One little boy’s wish is soon to come true thanks to the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Today, the foundation, along with Big Play Entertainment Center, threw a sendoff party for the little boy and his family. Eight-year-old Devon Browne cannot contain his…

Children’s Health Care Fair

With the start of school right around the corner, the need for health care and school supplies is steadily increasing. The Rotary Club of Edgewater has been helping the Coast community fulfill these needs for the past 32 years. The…

32nd annual Children’s Health Fair

Most schools will be back in session in just a few weeks. Before the first bell rings, students can take advantage of a free health care fair Saturday. Starting at 9 a.m. at Edgewater Mall, kids can get free health…

Vaccinations for the new school year

With school right around the corner it is important to remember to get your children immunized. Vaccinations for several diseases are required before the school year starts for all first-time students entering school in Mississippi. Those required vaccinations are: diphtheria,…

Pascagoula Rotary Club CPR training

The Pascagoula Rotary Club might just be the next group of people that could save your life. The meeting was held today to show the importance of health heart and learn simple, but critical life-saving techniques. The Jackson County Heart…

Local man with kidney disease living to inspire others

Life is a constant battle for one Gulfport man struggling to fight kidney disease. Even though the disease has stolen his ability to walk, the 67-year-old isn’t letting anything stand in his way from inspiring others in the community. “Live…