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End of public health emergency could affect cost of COVID-19 tests nationally; Missouri should remain the same

May 8, 2023 1:49 PM ABC 17 News Team

By Morgan Buresh COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Declaration ends Thursday. According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, one of the widest-ranging impacts of the declaration ending will be the higher costs of COVID-19 tests. But some resources locally will continue. Beginning Friday, cost-sharing will begin for at-home COVID-19 tests and tests administered by a healthcare professional. Data from

May marks Lyme Disease Awareness month

May 8, 2023 1:21 PM Ethan Heinz

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) May is national Lyme Disease Awareness month, giving activists and those suffering from Lyme disease a chance to spread information on how to prevent the disease. According to the Centers for Disease Control’s website, Lyme disease is often found in the upper midwest and northeastern states in the United States, and is

Columbia/Boone County PHHS looking to fill senior planner position

May 5, 2023 6:34 PM Ethan Heinz

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A position opened yesterday within the Columbia/Boone County Public Health and Humans Services for a senior planner, which will be tasked with human-service related issues but focusing mainly on homelessness. The department is accepting applications for this position for roughly 10 days. If there are no applications submitted by the end of

Resources available for youth as anxiety and depression increase nationwide

April 25, 2023 10:32 PM ABC 17 News Team

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) As reports continue to show an increase in anxiety and depression among Missouri children, an official at Burrell Behavioral Health said it’s important for parents to be able to spot warning signs. Alexa Summers, director of youth services with Burrell Behavioral Health, said 50% of children struggling with mental health will show warning signs. Those

Understanding ATV safety ahead of summer

April 21, 2023 7:52 PM Ethan Heinz

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) In the wake of a 17-year-old’s death while riding a three-wheeled ATV, ABC 17 News looked into how to safely enjoy power sports as the weather starts to turn for the better. New three wheeled ATV’s were banned from sale in 1988, according to the National Institutes of Health, due to their

Boone Health CEO steps down

April 21, 2023 7:17 PM Marina Diaz

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Boone Health’s Board of Directors announced on Friday that Troy Greer is stepping down from his position as president and CEO. Greer started his career at Boone Health in September 2020, and his last day with Boone Health was Friday. According to a news release, Greer said he plans to return to

Schnucks issues allergy alert on ‘Pretzel Schticks,’ may contain milk

April 21, 2023 4:05 PM Ryan Shiner

Editor’s note: This story was updated after receiving an updated press release from Schnuck’s. COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Schnuck Markets, Inc. in a Friday press release issued an allergy alert on select Schnucks Pretzel Schticks. Some the products may contain milk – a known allergen – and isn’t declared on the packaging or label, the release

Narcan training events in Columbia continue

April 17, 2023 11:51 AM Ethan Heinz

The Boone County Overdose Response Coalition and the Columbia/Boone County Department of Public Health and Human Services are holding an overdose awareness event Monday afternoon at Rock Bridge Christian Church.

Boone Health ends universal masking requirement

April 3, 2023 2:40 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Boone Health announced in a press release that it will end universal masking in its facilities on Tuesday. Masks will be optional for employees, providers, patients and visitors, unless requested by patients or required for infection prevention precautions. Patients will be able to request that Boone Health staff wear masks while providing

Missouri nurses say easing restrictions could solve rural health care staffing issues

March 22, 2023 4:28 PM Hannah Falcon

Some Missouri nurses are advocating for lawmakers to remove restrictions on their practice so they can stay in rural communities without needing a physician.

Boil water order lifted for residents in Fayette

March 4, 2023 7:31 AM Erika McGuire

FAYETTE, Mo. (KMIZ) The Missouri Department of Natural Resources lifted the boil water order for Fayette on Friday. The Department issued the order on February 24, 2023 after feathers were found in the Park Tower overflow pipe screen. After the order was issued, officials with the department isolated the Park Tower. The Givens Tower was

CRMC to close clinics in Holts Summit, St. Elizabeth on April 15

February 21, 2023 3:53 PM Ryan Shiner

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Capital Region Medical Center announced in a Tuesday press release that it will close physician clinics in Holts Summit and St. Elizabeth on April 15. “This has been an extremely difficult decision. We are appreciative of the positive impact that these facilities have had over the many years of their operations,

PHHS launches Health on Wheels Outreach Van

January 20, 2023 8:06 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia/Boone County Public Health and Human Serviceslaunched its new Health on Wheels Outreach Van that will expand services outside of Columbia. The Health on Wheels Outreach Van will visit communities and events throughout Boone County. As part of a new program, the van will be staffed by community health workers who

Columbia Boone County Public Health and Human Services to offer vaccine clinic

January 7, 2023 10:07 AM Joushua Blount

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Columbia Boone County Public Health and Human Services offered a vaccine clinic Saturday, providing the community another opportunity to get vaccinated. I.D.s, health insurance, and appointments weren’t required. The vaccine clinic was held at Columbia Boone County Public Health and Human Services at 1005 W. Worley St. from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00

Lawmaker wants answers about Platinum Healthcare in Mexico and Fulton

December 27, 2022 7:01 PM Chris Bryant

MEXICO, Mo. (KMIZ) A state lawmaker wants answers about the future of hospitals in Mexico and Fulton. In a letter dated Dec. 20, the state health department says Platinum Healthcare had exhausted all of its options when it comes to the suspension of the temporary license. State Rep. Kent Haden, of Mexico, is left with more

Watch out for signs of frostbite as temperatures continue to drop

December 21, 2022 7:43 PM Chris Bryant

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) As the temperatures continue to fall this evening for some in Mid-Missouri being exposed to the elements is a part of life. Frostbite and hypothermia are just two of the immediate concerns when it comes to being outside in this cold for a long period of time. The ABC 17 Stormtrack Weather Team is

MU psychiatrist gives advice about holiday stress

November 24, 2022 11:01 PM Marina Diaz

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The holiday season can bring an extra layer of stress to people’s lives. “Typically the holiday period is very difficult for a lot of people,” Dr. Ashish Sarangi, of MU Health Care – Geriatric Psychiatry, said. “You know for most people, it is a time when they rejoice and celebrate with family,

Health officials warn public to take precautions against influenza, RSV and COVID-19

November 16, 2022 6:25 PM Abby Landwehr

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Flu season has started, but the flu isn’t the only thing you could catch this year. Three respiratory illnesses are hitting Missouri and the rest of the nation: Influenza, Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection and COVID-19. “This is, at the moment, a little bit of an unprecedented surge in RSV. The timing is a

Columbia Boone County Public Health & Human Services to hold vaccine clinics

November 12, 2022 7:13 AM Joushua Blount

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) As Missouri continues to see a rise in Flu cases, the Columbia Boone County Public Health and Human Services Department is holding vaccine clinics for those who need vaccinations. According to Missouri’s Health Department’s most recent report, there have been more than 1,700 Flu cases reported between October 30th and November 5th. Public Health

MU doctor warns RSV is affecting children earlier than normal

October 27, 2022 5:00 PM Kennedy Miller

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) As communities continue to battle COVID-19 and flu cases, doctors say the community has another virus that needs attention. Doctors are warning of the respiratory syncytial virus. Dr. Chris Wilhelm, a pediatric doctor at MU Health Care, says it’s targeting children much earlier than it typically would. “I didn’t really see any last week until the