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More COVID-19 vaccine appointments opened up for Warren County’s drive-thru site
Warren County officials confirmed that more appointments have been opened up for Warren County’s COVID-19 vaccination site beginning Monday. To receive an appointment, visit https://covidvaccine.umc.edu/. ... Read more
18 hours ago by Tim Reeves.
COVID-19 vaccination site ‘should’ begin administering vaccines Feb. 1
COVID-19 vaccines “should” begin being administered at a drive-thru site in Warren County beginning Feb. 1. Warren County Emergency Management Agency Director John Elfer said ... Read more
3 days ago by Tim Reeves.
Warren County COVID-19 vaccine site one step closer to reality
From city and county leaders to those in the Legislature, Warren County’s advocacy to host a drive-through COVID-19 vaccination site is becoming closer to reality. ... Read more
4 days ago by Tim Reeves.
Merit Health River Region welcomes new surgeon to its team
Merit Health River Region has announced the addition of Dr. Matthew Knight, general surgeon, to its staff. Knight joins the group with certifications through the ... Read more
6 days ago by Staff Reports.
Weiland serves as Legislature’s Doctor of the Day
Vicksburg pediatrician Dr. Geri Weiland, with Merit Health River Region, served as the Legislative Doctor of the Day Wednesday at the Capitol in Jackson. In ... Read more
6 days ago by Staff Reports.
Pemberton Mall chosen as drive-thru vaccination site
Vicksburg is set to become a COVID vaccine drive-thru sight, but when that will occur is still unknown. This news was reported Thursday afternoon during ... Read more
6 days ago by Terri Cowart Frazier.
Warren County reaches 100 deaths in COVID-19 pandemic
The January surge of COVID-19 cases in Mississippi carried Warren County to an unfortunate milestone on Wednesday. Two more deaths were reported in Warren County ... Read more
1 week ago by Staff Reports.
Vaccine arrives in Vicksburg, with more on the way
Editors Note: Due to the number of people who wanted to get on the list for the COVID vaccine, the Medical Associates of Vicksburg’s phone ... Read more
1 week ago by Terri Cowart Frazier.
Despite evidence, doctors concerned public isn’t taking COVID-19 seriously
With the number of COVID-19 cases in Warren County exceeding 3,500 and the county’s death toll from the disease approaching 100, city and county officials ... Read more
1 week ago by John Surratt.
U.S. surgeon general acknowledges Black skepticism of vaccines
JACKSON (AP) — The U.S. surgeon general on Thursday urged Black leaders in Mississippi to get COVID-19 vaccinations and to ask others in their communities ... Read more
2 weeks ago by The Associated Press.
COVID-19 vaccine shortage derails plans to establish distribution site in county
Wednesday afternoon, local officials announced that a COVID-19 vaccine site could be opened in Warren County as soon as next week. An hour later, state ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Tim Reeves.
As COVID-19 vaccine distribution increases, Warren County sits, waiting
Earlier this week, state government and health officials lamented the speed at which COVID-19 vaccines have been administered to health officials, first responders, nursing home ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Terri Cowart Frazier.
Shape Up Sisters’ class a ‘fusion of different kinds of exercises’
No leotards or tutus are required for the barre classes offered at Shape Up Sisters, but the results one can get from working out like ... Read more
3 weeks ago by Terri Cowart Frazier.
COVID-19 vaccine available for those over 75 in Mississippi
JACKSON (AP) — Mississippi residents 75 and older are now eligible to receive the coronavirus vaccine. Mississippi health officials say they are looking to ramp ... Read more
3 weeks ago by The Associated Press.
Herring’s fight against cancer has been both painful and a blessing
Ed Herring is not the man he once was. There have been changes to his appearance; his head is now bare and he walks a ... Read more
1 month ago by Tim Reeves.
Vicksburg health officials begin receiving COVID-19 vaccine
Dr. Gloria Butler took off her jacket, pushed up the sleeve of her sweater and sat down. Seconds later, she became the first member of ... Read more
1 month ago by Tim Reeves.
Space in hospital ICUs — locally and statewide — is growing more scarce
JACKSON (AP) — Mississippi, like states across the country, is facing a surge in COVID-19 cases, forcing state leaders to take additional steps and causing ... Read more
2 months ago by The Associated Press.
Shape Up Mississippi receives International Paper Foundation grant
Shape Up Mississippi has been awarded a $5,000 grant from International Paper’s Vicksburg Mill and the International Paper Foundation. Jami Cameron, communications coordinator for International ... Read more
2 months ago by Staff Reports.
Amid virus, Mississippi must set medical marijuana program
JACKSON (AP) — The Mississippi Department of Health has been working around the clock to respond to the coronavirus pandemic. Now, the agency will be ... Read more
3 months ago by The Associated Press.
Anderson named recipient of Merit Health River Region’s Nursing Excellence Award
Merit Health River Region has announced Tammy Anderson, RN, Wound Care and Employee Health Nurse, has been selected to receive its Nursing Excellence Award. This ... Read more
3 months ago by Staff Reports.
Plan now for safe gatherings over the holidays
It should come as no surprise that 2020 holiday gatherings will have a new element of health safety that impacts every part of the festivities ... Read more
3 months ago by Staff Reports.
Flu vaccinations now available at county health department
Seasonal influenza vaccinations are now available for children and qualifying adults at all Mississippi State Department of Health county health departments. Flu vaccination is recommended ... Read more
3 months ago by Staff Reports.
Sheriff’s Office to take outdated prescription drugs Saturday
Deputies with the Warren County Sheriff’s Office will be in the parking lot of the former Outlets at Vicksburg Mall on South Frontage Road Saturday ... Read more
3 months ago by John Surratt.
Report: New data gives grim picture of youth obesity in Mississippi
PRINCETON, N.J. — In Mississippi, nearly one in four young people — age 10 to 17 — are not considered obese. In a report released ... Read more
4 months ago by Staff Reports.
Five PAs talk about their careers and their paths to the medical field
Each October, a week is set aside to recognize the contribution and work of physicians assistants in today’s medical community. According to the American Association ... Read more
4 months ago by Courtland Wells.
Vicksburg physician set to take top spot with state’s medical association
For a fourth time, a member of Vicksburg’s medical community is poised to take the top leadership position with the Mississippi State Medical Association. Vicksburg ... Read more
4 months ago by John Surratt.
Riverwalk cancels Bras Along the Bridge campaign, makes donation instead
Riverwalk Casino and Hotel announced Monday it would not hold its annual Bras Along the Bridge campaign due to concerns surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. Bras ... Read more
5 months ago by Tim Reeves.
Vicksburg welcomes new healthcare service, walk-in clinic
Fast Pace Health cut the ribbon on its new walk-in healthcare clinic Friday in Vicksburg. The facility is located at 2059 U.S. 61 North. The ... Read more
5 months ago by Staff Reports.
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