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Missouri healthcare advocate Leslie Ortbals and her husband want to start a family, but she worries they can’t afford it. The 27-year-old said she takes 10 medications daily to manage multiple chronic illnesses.
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As cases of cyclosporiasis continue to be reported in Boone County, nursing homes are taking extra precautions to help protect older adults, who can face more serious complications from foodborne illnesses. -
The Spanish Men's National Team will face Argentina in Sunday's World Cup final. The country's women's team lifted its first World Cup trophy in 2023. -
Boone Health experts explain how the vitamin K shot is essential for helping babies avoid internal bleeding. -
A former DESE lawyer alleges that a private Instagram story she posted related to Charlie Kirk's death led to her termination. -
Attorneys say cases that claim the popular weedkiller causes cancer will have to change course to move forward in court after the U.S. Supreme Court sided with the agriculture company last month. -
The report is published by the Federal Reserve eight times a year, with anecdotal information on the economic conditions from a variety of sectors across the 12 Fed districts.
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The brothers were taken into custody on a sealed warrant, the Marshals Service told the AP. British prosecutors said they were seeking the extradition of the brothers on rape and trafficking charges. -
Kerr announced his bid to break the world record months in advance, and pulled off the plan in London on Saturday. -
Wildfire smoke and unhealthy air persist and shift direction, as Trump demands explanation from Canada.
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Randolph County residents can now able to text emergency services from a wireless device. -
Boone County Public Health and Human Services spokesperson Austin Krohn said the actual number of infections could be higher because many people mistake the illness for a stomach bug and do not seek medical care
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Express Care will be available in Columbia at the Battle Avenue Medical Building at 7115 E. St. Charles Rd. and in Jefferson City at the Family Medicine Clinic at 1014 Madison St. -
Learn how Jo Manhart, a.k.a. The Egg Lady, makes elegant, high-heat omelets and thin crepes using simple ingredients like eggs, water, butter, flour, and powdered sugar, all while sharing practical tips and fun kitchen tricks! (Part 1 of 2) July 15, 2026 -
Waypoint was designed to accommodate a significant number of people who need a consistent place to overnight in Columbia. -
Kansas City-led critical materials crossroads engine will potentially receive largest award in Missouri higher education.
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