Health Archives

Lake of the Ozarks sees ‘busiest Labor Day weekend in 20 years’

September 7, 2020 2:40 PM Zola Crowder

Businesses near the Lake of the Ozarks saw record high crowds this Labor Day weekend compared to the last two decades.

The state health department reported a record breaking rise in COVID-19 cases on Saturday.

SUNDAY UPDATES: Boone County reports fewer than 100 new COVID cases

September 6, 2020 2:31 PM Sydney Olsen

The Howard County Public Health Department reported three new COVID-19 cases Sunday.

Columbia City Council scheduled to vote on ratifying health order

September 6, 2020 7:35 AM Ben Fein

City Council will meet on Tuesday to discuss ratifying the city’s current health order, as it’s set to expire September 17th.

SATURDAY UPDATES: Boone County sets new daily COVID case record

September 5, 2020 2:35 PM Sydney Olsen

The Department of Health and Senior Services reported 1,987 new COVID-19 cases Saturday. The case total in Missouri has reached 92,202.

MU drive-thru sites open on Labor Day due to increased demand for COVID-19 testing

September 4, 2020 7:09 PM Amber Tabeling

MU Health Care plans to have its COVID-19 testing sites open on Labor Day to help keep up with the increased demand.

‘See something, say something’: COVID-19 pandemic changes child abuse reporting for Columbia Public Schools

September 4, 2020 12:31 PM Riane Cleveland

The Columbia Public School District is set to begin virtual classes on Tuesday, but not all students are safe at home.

Boone County health officials waiting on information about COVID-19 saliva test availability

September 3, 2020 1:52 PM Ben Fein

As Gov. Mike Parson touts a new saliva test for novel coronavirus developed in Missouri, the local health department said it is waiting for details about the new test’s availability.

Columbia Public Schools COVID-19 restrictions prompt some parents to choose private school

September 3, 2020 11:59 AM Zola Crowder

Some local parents are considering or switching to private school after Columbia Public Schools decided to move fully online for the start of the semester.

CDC data shows majority of people who died from COVID-19 had pre-existing conditions

September 2, 2020 9:53 PM Ben Fein

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released new data last week that shows the overwhelming majority of those who have died from COVID-19 had pre-existing medical conditions.

CPS Nutrition Services works on plan for free and reduced-price lunch as school starts online

September 1, 2020 12:55 PM Riane Cleveland

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Columbia Public Schools Nutrition Services is working on plans for the free and reduced-price lunch program for this school year. On Monday the Columbia Board of Education decided to begin the school year online-only as COVID-19 cases continue to rise. CPS spokeswoman Michelle Baumstark said district staff are making sure they get

Columbia Public Schools online learning will have new structure compared to spring semester

September 1, 2020 12:39 PM Zola Crowder

Columbia Public Schools officials say parents should expect a schedule Tuesday for what classes will be like after the school board’s decision to keep students out of school buildings during September.

Teachers and parents react to CPS possibly going fully online

August 30, 2020 6:52 PM Zola Crowder

This comes after CPS released the 14-day rate of cases per 10,000 in areas served by Columbia Public Schools hit 66.2 as of August 30th.

Randolph County church cancels service due to COVID-19

August 29, 2020 11:28 AM Zach Boetto

JACKSONVILLE Mo. (KMIZ) The Jacksonville Cairo Unity Church canceled it’s services for the next two Sundays to prevent the spread of COVID-19. According to Cody Demnit, the church’s minister, this comes after officials found out at least one church member tested positive for COVID-19. Demnit says the church has been in contact with the Randolph

Columbia bars assess effects of new COVID-19 order

August 28, 2020 11:41 AM Ben Fein

Columbia’s bars and restaurants are already beginning to assess the consequences of a new health order unveiled Friday morning.

Fewer tests, more infections help push Boone County COVID-19 rate to new high

August 28, 2020 1:07 PM Zola Crowder

Fewer tests along with more infections have helped push Boone County’s COVID-19 positivity rate past 40 percent, health officials said Friday.

Boone County health leaders continue to recommend testing after coronavirus exposure

August 27, 2020 12:31 PM Zola Crowder

Health officials in Boone County continue to recommend testing for people who are exposed to novel coronavirus if they’re not showing symptoms.

COVID-19 pandemic affects opioid crisis and recovery

August 26, 2020 5:53 PM Sydney Olsen

Missouri continues to be one of the states most impacted by the opioid crisis, and that has only become more difficult to fight during COVID-19.

Parson says Missouri succeeding in COVID-19 fight; Galloway highlights her pandemic plan

August 26, 2020 11:33 AM Matthew Sanders

Gov. Mike Parson touted a new COVID-19 saliva test Wednesday while the state’s health director said he is recommending Missouri not follow new CDC guidance that limits testing.

Health professional discusses obstacles of contact tracing

August 25, 2020 7:07 PM Sydney Olsen

Contact tracers with the Columbia/Boone County Health department continue to reach out to people who may have been exposed to COVID-19 as case numbers increase.

University of Missouri uses app to monitor COVID-19 symptoms on campus

August 25, 2020 11:58 AM Zola Crowder

The University of Missouri is working to alleviate the spread of COVID-19 by using a new app called CampusClear.