Health 

New Kansas abortion clinic will open to help meet demand from restrictive neighboring states

New Kansas abortion clinic will open to help meet demand from restrictive neighboring states

Comprehensive Health of Planned Parenthood Great Plains announced Tuesday that Pittsburg, Kansas, will be home to a new facility.

Walgreens announces it will sell generic version of over-the-counter Narcan

Walgreens announces it will sell generic version of over-the-counter Narcan

The pharmacy said the generic version is currently available online and will be available at stores across the country by the end of the month. It will be found in the pain aisle.

City of Wichita warns of poor air quality

City of Wichita warns of poor air quality

The City of Wichita says the air quality is 'unhealthy for sensitive groups', including the elderly, and children.

Recipient of first pig kidney transplant dies nearly 2 months later

Recipient of first pig kidney transplant dies nearly 2 months later

Richard Slayman, who had been living with Type 2 diabetes and hypertension, underwent the four-hour procedure in March and was discharged from the hospital two weeks later.

Wichita Ascension hospitals resume elective surgeries after cyberattack disrupts operations

Wichita Ascension hospitals resume elective surgeries after cyberattack disrupts operations

If any sensitive patient data was compromised in the hack, Ascension will notify those affected, the nonprofit said.

The CDC issues a report about infections from stem-cell treatments in Mexico

The CDC issues a report about infections from stem-cell treatments in Mexico

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a report about three cases of infections apparently linked to stem-cell treatments American patients received in Mexico

City to open 'the world's best outdoor gym' in north Wichita

City to open 'the world's best outdoor gym' in north Wichita

Residents are invited to attend the launch event at 1 p.m. on Friday, May 10 to try the Fitness Court.

Free skin cancer clinic helps thousands of Kansans

Free skin cancer clinic helps thousands of Kansans

Dermatologists will check people's skin for signs of cancer on Saturday, May 4, in Wichita.

Vermont gym using boxing to help fight Parkinson's disease

Vermont gym using boxing to help fight Parkinson's disease

Roughly one million Americans suffer from Parkinson's disease, according to the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA).

Rural Americans are at higher risk of early death than urbanites: CDC

Rural Americans are at higher risk of early death than urbanites: CDC

Researchers said rural Americans were more likely to die from heart disease, cancer, unintentional injuries, stroke and chronic lower respiratory disease before age 80 compared to urbanites.

COVID-19 hospitalizations hit record low, the CDC says

COVID-19 hospitalizations hit record low, the CDC says

At the height of the pandemic, there were over 25,000 Americans dying weekly from the virus as the Delta variant swept across the country.

Finalized guidance drops breast cancer screening age to 40 for women with average risk

Finalized guidance drops breast cancer screening age to 40 for women with average risk

Breast cancer screening guidelines have been finalized by a major task force, bringing the recommended age to 40 for most women of average risk in a report published Tuesday.

Family desperate for help after newborn twins with rare condition are denied life-altering treatment

Family desperate for help after newborn twins with rare condition are denied life-altering treatment

Twins Eli and Easton Reed were diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy, a genetic condition that affects nerves and muscles, causing progressive weakness and wasting.

4-year-old who received new heart after waiting 1,025 days goes home from hospital

4-year-old who received new heart after waiting 1,025 days goes home from hospital

The staff at Texas Children's Hospital in Houston lined the halls on April 18 to give 4-year-old Arctura, who received a donor heart on March 29, a celebratory send-off parade.

KDA: Four cases of Avian flu in the state

KDA: Four cases of Avian flu in the state

KDA Animal Health Commissioner Dr. Justin Smith said that four dairies in the state of Kansas have reported positive tests for the bird flu.

USDA says it is testing beef for H5N1 bird flu virus

USDA says it is testing beef for H5N1 bird flu virus

In a statement, the USDA says they're confident that the meat supply is safe.

CDC says it's identified 1st documented cases of HIV transmitted through cosmetic needles

CDC says it's identified 1st documented cases of HIV transmitted through cosmetic needles

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported last week that a 2018-2023 investigation into the clinic showed it apparently reused disposable equipment.

Coronavirus in Kansas: 8,539 confirmed cases, 178 deaths

Coronavirus in Kansas: 8,539 confirmed cases, 178 deaths

Kansas reports the the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state rose by 199 since Monday to 8,539.

2-year-old fighting for her life after flu symptoms escalated to brain infection

2-year-old fighting for her life after flu symptoms escalated to brain infection

What one family thought was the flu, took a near deadly turn for a 2-year-old girl. Now she’s clinging to life at St. Louis Children's Hospital with a 50-50 chance of survival. 

CDC: Unvaccinated 6-year-old boy almost dies of tetanus

CDC: Unvaccinated 6-year-old boy almost dies of tetanus

An unvaccinated 6-year-old Oregon boy was hospitalized for two months for tetanus and almost died of the bacterial illness after getting a deep laceration on his forehead while playing on a farm, according to a case study published by the CDC.

Facebook to crack down on anti-vaccine misinformation

Facebook to crack down on anti-vaccine misinformation

Facebook will soon take action against misinformation about vaccines, according to a Facebook representative.

Baby Gripe water sold at Dollar General stores recalled for choking hazard

Baby Gripe water sold at Dollar General stores recalled for choking hazard

Herbal water for infants that was sold at Dollar General stores across the country has been recalled because of a possible choking hazard. 

Bacon, processed meats linked to breast cancer, study says

Bacon, processed meats linked to breast cancer, study says

Eating processed meats like bacon, sausages and ham could increase the risk of breast cancer, a study has said.

Escape from Mayo Clinic: Teen accuses world-famous hospital of 'medical kidnapping'

Escape from Mayo Clinic: Teen accuses world-famous hospital of 'medical kidnapping'

In a jaw-dropping moment caught on video, an 18-year-old high school senior rushes to escape from the hospital that saved her life and then, she says, held her captive. 

Wins for Kansas: Hope for Hemophilia

Wins for Kansas: Hope for Hemophilia

A non-profit group helps families deal with a condition that prevents blood from clotting easily after a cut or injury.