Mission Hospital, part of the HCA Healthcare network, has been flagged for numerous patient safety issues. The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services uncovered these problems during a survey in September. The findings were so severe that they could lead to federal regulators placing
In a recent turn of events, the Bellwood-Antis School District and the Bellwood-Antis Education Association couldn't see eye to eye on a new teachers' contract. The talks went on for nearly four hours, but no deal was made. The union said the district was late to the game and dropped a verbal offer
People in Greece might be onto something with their eating habits. A recent study dug into how their lifestyle could be keeping kidneys healthier. Researchers wanted to see if the Mediterranean way of life, filled with fresh food and good vibes, could lower the risk of chronic kidney disease (CKD).
Winter is creeping closer to East Tennessee. The leaves are falling, and mornings are getting chillier. But how cold will it get? And when might we see snow? First, let's talk about frost. The National Weather Service says the average first frost hits Knoxville around October 24. But don't expect f
Alabama is in for a stormy night, with severe weather on the horizon. The National Weather Service has issued a heads-up for damaging winds, heavy rain, and even a possible tornado. The western part of the state is expected to bear the brunt of these storms, with the threat easing as you move eastwa
A major energy provider in Michigan is taking action to help people get ready for a big storm coming this Sunday. They are sending out 200 teams to fix any power problems that might happen. The National Weather Service says heavy rain and thunderstorms will start early in the morning and last all da
The weather forecast for the upcoming weekend is looking quite promising. The skies will be clear, making it an ideal time to enjoy outdoor activities. The temperatures will be mild, with highs reaching the low to mid-60s. This is perfect for a hike, a trip to the orchard, or even catching the Head
Parents play a big role in how stressed their kids feel about school. A study looked at how moms and dads influence middle school students' physical exhaustion from schoolwork. It found that when both parents are on the same page, kids feel less stressed. But when one parent is strict and the other
Missouri has seen a significant drop in drug overdose deaths for the second year in a row. In 2024, the state reported 1, 450 deaths, a 25. 6% decrease from the previous year. This positive trend is seen across all regions, with Central Missouri experiencing the largest decline at 37%. Experts beli
The FDA is under fire for letting politics influence science. Scientists inside the agency say leaders are pushing unproven treatments, like using leucovorin for autism. Studies on leucovorin are small and weak. Big studies are needed to prove if it really works. But the FDA is skipping steps and pu
