A boy who was shot in the head a year and a half ago underwent surgery Wednesday to put in a prosthetic skull.

U.S. Marshals spent a day at Batson getting to know the kids. Their inaugural toy drive ends Friday.

MSDH reported Thursday two new human cases of West Nile virus for 2019

Halotherapy, also known as a salt cave, is said to help with a variety of conditions.

The Wichita County Public Health District has seen a reported case of an influenza-associated pediatric death in Wichita County.

Did you know... Carotid Artery Disease is the leading cause of stroke in up to a third of cases?

The Mississippi State Department of Health reported one additional identified case of a vaping-related lung illness in Mississippi on Thursday.

The man didn't even get the rabies vaccination that day, but if he did, the bill shows it would have been an extra $13,048 charged.

Winter accelerates dementia according to some studies. How do you protect those you love from being the subject of a Silver Alert?

The Medical Center’s Wall of Heroes is on display at the University of Mississippi Medical Center Chapel right now.

When help arrived, officials learned that the boy was using a vaping device on campus just before the incident.

The Mississippi State Department of Health reports two additional identified cases of a vaping-related lung illness in Mississippi.

The study found teens who experiment with vaping are more likely to try cigarettes but vaping first does not increase their odds of becoming smokers.

A Ridgeland pharmacy owner was sentenced Thursday morning for his role in the largest health care fraud case in Mississippi.

The board for the Department of Mental Health organized the seminar.

There are four other blood types that have less than ten units on the shelf.

Surrounded by friends and family on April 27, 2019, Megan Badon went from a Ms. to a Mrs. However, days before that big day, she felt something strange.

Protestors hold up signs in the pouring down rain.

The new study says humid and windy days are worse for pain.

Health care professionals say it's a safe place for patients to bring specific needs, all within a judgement free zone.

It may not be chilly right now, but that doesn’t mean the flu isn’t lurking.

Right now there’s no federal or state regulations on CBD oil, which is why it’s sold almost everywhere

The agencies are stressing that until there are scientific studies and oversight, it is not safe to use CBD oil regardless of where you purchase it.

The Mississippi State Department of Health is reporting its first laboratory-confirmed case of influenza for the 2019-2020 flu season.

Now to Warren County, where one of the largest health centers in the State is expanding its footprint to help the poor and underinsured. Jackson-Hinds Comprehensive Health Center announces a more than one-million-dollar investment project in the city of Vicksburg.

Nationwide, as of October 15, there have been 1,479 cases of lung illness reported from 49 states, the District of Columbia, and one U.S. territory.

The app is available for download in the App Store and Google Play.

Pascagoula High School football players and their coaches had pledged that if the school raised $2,000 for breast cancer awareness, they’d shave their heads.

If a vendor sells an item valued at hundreds for much less, chances are it’s fake.

As vaping illnesses and deaths climb across the country, health officials warn vaping could make flu season worse.

In honor of his later mother, former NFL professional DeAngelo Williams helped pay for more than 500 mammograms over the past five years.

Monticello residents try to salvage their favorite ballpark.

The family of a Hancock County teen killed in a boating accident said they’re feeling some relief now that the man responsible for her death is headed to prison.

You'll have over 100 vendors to choose from at this year's Mississippi State Fair - as long as they pass inspections.

MSDH reported on Tuesday one additional identified case of a vaping-related lung illness in Mississippi,

The report, which was issued Sept. 20, stems from a case in Michigan where a man who had no exposure to people with endemic tuberculosis was diagnosed with the disease caused by Mycobacterium bovis.

So far, Mississippi has four identified cases of serious lung injury related to vaping, all in individuals between 18 and 34 years of age.

Officials say more than $515 million was received through fraudulent billing.

The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) on Wednesday reported its first identified case of a vaping-related lung illness.

So far this year, human cases have been reported in Copiah, Forrest (4), Hinds (2), Jefferson, Jones, Lamar, Leake, Rankin, and Smith counties.

Mississippi Division of Medicaid withdraws proposal that sparked backlash from nursing providers and parents.

Tuesday, September 10, was Suicide Prevention Day.

The tuna was either purchased at the seafood counter or in store-prepped styrofoam trays. The sell-by dates range from Aug. 29 - Sept. 14.

Drug abuse is killing people and ripping families apart. Now, the Trump administration is targeting more than $19 million to Mississippi over three years to help fight the problem.

When medical marijuana became available on Aug. 6, Alex Domino said he had no expectations. For him, the medicine was simply a remedy for a myriad of serious ailments that he had not tried.

In a ruling late Tuesday, U.S. District Judge Carlton Reeves said he wants to appoint an outsider to oversee changes.

These pups prove connecting with a furry friend is some of the best medicine you can find.

A death possibly linked to e-cigarettes is under investigation by the CDC.

The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) reported one new human case of West Nile virus (WNV) for 2019 on Monday.

The President of the American Medical Association talks exclusively about mental health needs across the country especially for children.

Kale is healthy to eat, but can it also cure cancer?

In 2018, Mississippi had 50 WNV cases and no deaths. The first case was reported in mid-July.

WalletHub released its report Monday on 2019’s Best & Worst States to Have a Baby.

According to the hospital, results from a clinical trial of a new marijuana-derived drug to treat seizures in children has prompted approval of a one-year extension to the study. Great news for those with children suffering from severe epilepsy.

The Mississippi State Department of Health is joining other states across the country to fight the spread of Hepatitis A.

With this news, you might be wondering what the difference between hepatitis A, B, and C?

Symptoms of hepatitis A include nausea, diarrhea, and vomiting; jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes); and stomach pain, low appetite, and fever.

Tulane researches whether music therapy impacts infants' nervous systems.