Jeannie “Renee” Williams, a registered nurse at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ John J. Pershing Medical Center clinic in West Plains, has been recognized with the Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nurses. more

Cedarhurst of West Plains invites the public to its inaugural Goat Gala & Fashion Show to be held May 29 at the senior living facility, 1528 U.S. 63. more

Texas County Memorial Hospital in Houston has been awarded a grant of $177,292.50 by the Missouri Department of Public Safety. more

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) on Tuesday issued a vital health advisory concerning potential risks associated with the consumption of hemp-derived intoxicating cannabinoids. more

A team of researchers at the University of Missouri in Columbia is uncovering how the juice from red cabbage, long used in traditional medicine, can alleviate inflammation-associated digestive health conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in mice, offering hope to the estimated 3 million Americans who suffer from IBD, including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. more

Baxter Health and KTLO Classic Hits 97.9 and The Boot 101.7 have announced the 43rd annual Health Fair and Expo will take place in October, moved from its usual April date out of consideration for several factors including the proximity of the original date to the April 8 total solar eclipse. more

Baxter Health in Mtn. Home, Ark., recently welcomed board-certified vascular surgeon Dr. Heath J. Broussard to its medical staff. He has joined the Baxter Health Heart and Vascular Clinic and the practice of Drs. F. Michael Bauer, James Munns and Kent Nachtigal, and nurse practitioners Emily Brown and Kathy Prinner.  more

Ozarks Healthcare officials have announced the return of its M*A*S*H (Medical Academy of Science and Health) Camp this summer. Designed for area students with an interest in healthcare careers, the camp offers a unique hands-on experience to explore various medical specialties and learn from seasoned professionals, said officials. more

In February, Texas County Memorial Hospital received two new ambulances for the emergency medical services department, board members heard at their monthly meeting on April 2.  more

In an initiative to combat the threat of rabies, the Howell County Health Department is set to host its annual rabies vaccination clinics on May 4, offering vital services to the community at reduced costs. This year's clinics aim to broaden the initiative's reach by providing two convenient locations for pet owners in Howell County to access these essential vaccinations. more

Continuing its commitment to prioritize community wellness, say officials, Ozarks Healthcare’s Mobile Mammography Unit has extended its services through April.  more

The Community Blood Center of the Ozarks is partnering with four area attractions to help boost the region’s blood supply this spring.  more

The Ozarks Healthcare Behavioral Health Center (BHC), along with several local organizations which serve health and wellness needs of individuals across the region, will host a Community Connections Resource Fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 2 at Emmett Kelly Park in Houston.  more

FNBC Bank has joined Ozarks Small Business Incubator as a Champion member. more

April is National Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) Awareness Month, and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are 20 million new STD cases in the U.S. every year. more

Apart from not smoking, it’s hard to find something that’s better for us than being physically active. From lowering the risk of heart disease and stroke to boosting mobility to adding healthy years to our lives, activity can have a positive impact on our health in many ways. more

This spring, the American Red Cross is asking donors to help defend the blood supply by giving blood or platelets now to combat what officials call a “monstrous” statistic: Only 3 out of 100 people donate blood.  more

Did you know that the recommended intake for fiber is 20 to 35 grams per day? The average American usually gets half of that or less. more

During this year’s Doctors' Day, celebrated on March 30, Ozarks Healthcare honored its physicians for their exceptional commitment to staying local and caring for the community, highlighting two in particular. more