NMSU ends requirement for students, employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The New Mexico University system will no longer require employees and students to be fully vaccinated against…
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Rates of congenital syphilis are skyrocketing in the US. Here’s why
By Brenda Goodman and Deidre McPhillips, CNN Venus Johnson entered the world clinging to life. She stopped breathing shortly after delivery, and…
Continue Reading Sanofi becomes latest drugmaker to announce insulin price cuts, capping cost at $35 for the privately insured
By Tami Luhby, CNN Sanofi is cutting the list price of Lantus, its most widely prescribed insulin in the US, by 78% and establishing a $35 monthly…
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FBI Director Wray acknowledges bureau assessment that Covid-19 likely resulted from lab incident
Originally Published: 28 FEB 23 20:46 ETUpdated: 28 FEB 23 23:44 ETBy Hannah Rabinowitz, CNN (CNN) — FBI Director Christopher…
Continue Reading High levels of chemicals could pose long-term risks at Ohio train derailment site, researchers say
By Jen Christensen, CNN An analysis of data from the US Environmental Protection Agency’s measurements of pollutants released from the Norfolk…
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The importance of organ donation
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Organ transplantation gives thousands of people each year a renewed chance at living full and active lives. However, the…
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William Jacobs: the living, walking, talking miracle
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — William Jacobs is a senior in high school at Centennial, something that wasn’t always guaranteed. At three weeks old…
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Steroid discussions gaining popularity on social media; El Paso doctor warns of dangers
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Discussions surrounding steroid use have grown in popularity on several social media platforms like Youtube and TikTok. On…
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Hong Kong scraps mask mandate after nearly three years
Originally Published: 27 FEB 23 20:48 ETUpdated: 27 FEB 23 21:32 ETBy Jessie Yeung and Kathleen Magramo, CNN (CNN) — Hong…
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Commissioners Court to discuss purchasing building for El Paso County Hospital District
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — On Monday, El Paso County Commissioners voted on whether they will approve or authorize the El Paso County Hospital District…
Continue Reading ‘Keto-like’ diet may be associated with a higher risk of heart disease, according to new research
By Carma Hassan and Sandee LaMotte, CNN A low-carb, high-fat “keto-like” diet may be linked to higher levels of “bad”…
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$50,000 donation of lifesaving ambulance and equipment donated to Janos, Mexico by El Paso Ambulance Service
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A fully stocked and ready ambulance is being donated to Janos, Mexico by the El Paso Ambulance Service to provide lifesaving…
Continue Reading Strengthen your core with exercises you can do at home using only a paper plate
By Dana Santas, CNN With spring still nearly a month away, the continued wintry weather and shorter days with less sunlight could be taking a toll on…
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New study examines amount of gun violence victims in 2023
EL PASO, Texas — A new study from the Gun Violence Archive is shedding a new light on how gun violence has already taken a massive toll in 2023. The…
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Outbreak of a deadly disease in dogs in the Borderland
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An outbreak of Distemper and Strep Zoo in dogs is being addressed immediately by The City of El Paso Animal Service, City…
Continue Reading Rare neurological condition is ‘important potential risk’ of Pfizer’s RSV vaccine, FDA says
By Janelle Chavez, CNN Two people who received Pfizer’s respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine during a clinical trial were later diagnosed…
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Giving a smile to El Paso children with free dental care
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A new dental program aims to bring cheer with “Give Kids a Smile”; an appropriate name for the event providing free access…
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New crises-response team to rollout in March
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — In an effort to improve crisis response and better serve the community, the Las Cruces Fire Department is launching…
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FBI Crisis Negotiation Training prepares law enforcement in mitigating threats in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Crisis Management Training Negotiation allows law enforcement to ensure quality communication in stressful situations.…
Continue Reading Adderall users struggle with ongoing shortage while reason — and resolution — remain uncertain
By Amanda Musa, John Bonifield and Elizabeth Cohen, CNN Clara Pitts has always strived for perfection. The 17-year-old Utah native has been named a…
Continue Reading Near-eradication of a debilitating parasitic disease is a pillar of Carter’s legacy
By Jen Christensen, CNN In 2015, millions of people around the world tuned in to hear President Jimmy Carter announce that his cancer —…
Continue Reading Only 5.7% of US doctors are Black, and experts warn the shortage harms public health
By Jacqueline Howard, CNN When being truly honest with herself, Seun Adebagbo says, she can describe what drove her to go to medical school in a…
Continue Reading President Carter is on hospice care, but what is it? Our medical analyst explains
By Katia Hetter, CNN On Saturday, the Carter Center announced that former US President Jimmy Carter will be receiving hospice care at his home in…
Continue Reading Sen. John Fetterman’s hospitalization for depression after his stroke raises questions about the connection. Here’s what we know
By John Bonifield, CNN Democratic Sen. John Fetterman’s hospitalization for the treatment of clinical depression has raised questions about the…
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Runners participate in 5K to help raise funds for local school
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- Immanuel Christian School hosted its second annual Dave Frazier Memorial 5k run/1 mile walk. The run and fundraiser helps…
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Benefits of building a Mother friendly program for your business
El Paso, TEXAS (KVIA)– In collaboration with the American Heart Association, ABC-7 is taking a closer look into how to build a mother friendly…
Continue Reading ‘He came here to be safe, but it turns out it wasn’t’: Mourners remember Syrian doctor killed in earthquake in Turkey
By Will Wintercross, Global Health Reporting Center A doctor who colleagues say cared for thousands of Syrians over his career was among more than…
Continue Reading East Palestine residents worry rashes, headaches and other symptoms may be tied to chemicals from train crash
By Brenda Goodman and Caroll Alvarado, CNN Some residents of East Palestine, Ohio, say they have developed rashes, sore throats, nausea and headaches…
Continue Reading Fetterman’s hospitalization: What is clinical depression?
By Sandee LaMotte, CNN Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania voluntarily checked himself into a hospital on Thursday “to receive…
Continue Reading Thousands of people can’t get full treatments of a lifesaving cancer drug
By Elizabeth Cohen and Amanda Musa, CNN Dino Carlone was frightened when he was diagnosed with bladder cancer three years ago, but his spirits were…
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