Even though Valentine’s Day has passed, February is still all about hearts. In observance of National American Heart Month, a group of forty people were keeping their hearts healthy by participating in a one mile heart walk in Long Beach…
Now that Valentine’s Day is over, candy and chocolate hearts may be on sale, but your real heart will never be half the price. That’s why it’s very important to make sure it stays healthy. February is American Heart Month,…
They may be small, but these red hats are raising awareness for a major health concern in babies. About 40,000 babies are born every year with congenital heart defects, many requiring surgical or medical intervention. To spread the word about…
Future plans for the Chevron Refinery in Pascagoula put residents in the area on high alert. A group of residents who identify themselves as the Cherokee Concerned Citizens attended tonight’s MDEQ public hearing to speak out against two proposed projects.…
Members of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Sisters Solidarity group left for Jackson this morning to speak with state lawmakers about proposed legislation. About 20 men and women loaded on a bus from Biloxi and Gulfport to spend the day voicing…
Those without health insurance often go without getting the medical attention they need. That’s where the Bethel Free Health Clinic in Biloxi steps in, seeing about 1,400 uninsured patients each year. But the clinic, which runs on donations, is in…
Today is the 15th National Wear Red Day, a day that brings awareness to heart disease especially in women. News 25’s Kendra Turley gives us a look at how people along the Coast raised awareness about the wide spread disease. In…
Bel-Aire Elementary School is making major strides in the fight against breast cancer. The Gulfport elementary school’s gym was filled with pink this afternoon as kids chanted, shook pink pom-poms and held up signs that read ‘let’s beat cancer.’ The…
According to the South Mississippi AIDS Task Force, Mississippi ranks 10th in the nation among states with the highest number of newly diagnosed HIV/AIDS cases. They say of the newly diagnosed cases, African Americans are a higher percentage than other…
Local farmers and gardeners in the Moss Point area are sharing the gift of fresh, local eating with a healthy new project aimed at reducing waste while sharing with those in need. It’s called Sharing Made Simple. The new program…
The Mississippi State Department of Health reports the first confirmed pediatric flu death for the 2016-2017 flu seasons. Officials say it happened to someone who lived in central Mississippi. Including this reported death, there have been 15 total pediatric flu…
Legislators could give the governor oversight of three more state agencies the Mississippi state department of health, the department of mental health and the department of rehabilitation services. The proposal is in Senate Bill 2567, called the Mississippi Health Agency…
While residents in the Hattiesburg and petal area continue to pick up the pieces from this past weekend's storms, the Mississippi department of health is doing its part to keep storm victims healthy. The MSDH is offering a free tetanus…
A bill filed in the Mississippi House has some school professionals concerned. House Bill 107 would require a health care provider to get a second opinion before prescribing ADHD medication to a child. It would require the provider to give…
This afternoon in Hancock County, the American Red Cross was fighting a nationwide shortage of blood. Hollywood Casino hosted a blood drive and the American Red Cross urged the public to take part in the donation of blood to combat…
The days of lighting up with kids in the car could be coming to an end after a state lawmaker proposes a bill to fine any one smoking in a vehicle with a passenger under the age of six. According…
An eight-year-old from Gulfport has a business making treats and there’s a really sweet reason why she’s selling them. Serenitee’s Sweets is run by eight-year-old Gulfport resident Serenitee Thomas. Serenitee’s business specializes in cupcakes, treats, and homemade goodies. Serenitee sells…
Looking to check up on your health this year? Walmarts across the nation have you covered. Tomorrow from 10 to 2, Walmart is offering free blood glucose and blood pressure screenings as well as low-cost immunizations. You can also get…
An Ocean Springs family is rallying around their little girl as she fights for her life against a rare disease. They are now calling on the community for support. A band of warriors is answering that call to help three-year-old…
After battling cancer for nearly a year, a familiar face is welcomed back at D’Iberville Middle School. Eighth grader Matthew Anderson left school when he was diagnosed with lymphoma eleven months ago. This morning, classmates and teachers greeted Matthew with…
Many Coast residents woke up this morning ready to stick to their New Year’s resolution to get into shape and shed some pounds. Studies show whipping yourself into shape is annually the number one resolution anyone makes to start the…
Despite the warm winter we’re having, the flu virus is making its rounds here in South Mississippi. Each year from December to March our region experiences a spike in cases of the flu. While taking anti-viral medications at the first…
According to the American Diabetes Association, roughly 1.4 million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes each year. Diabetes can lead to heart problems, hypertension, and a wide array of health issues. It is also the seventh leading cause of death in…
U.S. Senator Roger Wicker is pleased to see a proposal to create prize based competitions to encourage more collaboration in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease become law. Wicker had a hand in creating the plan. He says in addition to…