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kfbk. iheart. com > content > 2026-06-19-fda-panel-recommends-mrna-flu-vaccine-for-older-adults

FDA Panel Recommends m RNA Flu Vaccine for Older Adults

4+ day, 16+ hour ago  (159+ words) KFBK Despite initial reluctance, the FDA reversed its decision from February to review Moderna's application after facing criticism. The m RNA technology allows for faster production and potentially stronger protection against influenza, which is crucial as flu strains can mutate…...

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kfbk. iheart. com > content > 2026-06-15-12-screwworm-cases-confirmed-in-texas-and-new-mexico

12 Screwworm Cases Confirmed in Texas and New Mexico | KFBK News Radio

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (303+ words) 12 Screwworm Cases Confirmed in Texas and New Mexico KFBK The number of confirmed New World screwworm cases in the United States has risen to 12, with 11 cases in Texas and one in New Mexico. This parasitic fly, which targets warm-blooded animals,…...

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kfbk. iheart. com > content > 2026-06-10-low-blood-pressure-doubles-alzheimers-risk

Low Blood Pressure Doubles Alzheimer's Risk

1+ week, 6+ day ago  (180+ words) KFBK Researchers discovered that low blood pressure poses a greater risk than high blood pressure, a history of stroke, or an irregular heartbeat. This finding aligns with previous research that has explored the connection between blood pressure and Alzheimer's. According…...

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kfbk. iheart. com > content > 2026-06-08-canada-restricts-us-livestock-over-texas-screwworm-outbreak

Canada Restricts U. S. Livestock Over Texas Screwworm Outbreak

2+ week, 1+ day ago  (243+ words) Canada has imposed restrictions on livestock imports from the United States following the discovery of a second case of New World screwworm in Texas. The U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) confirmed the latest case in a month-old calf in Zavala County,…...

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kfbk. iheart. com > content > 2026-05-30-unitedhealthcare-eases-prior-approval-for-pediatric-care

United Healthcare Eases Prior Approval for Pediatric Care

3+ week, 4+ day ago  (93+ words) KFBK The insurer is conducting a rigorous review to determine which services can safely be removed from prior authorization requirements while maintaining high standards of care. This initiative is part of United Healthcare's ongoing efforts to improve patient and provider…...

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kfbk. iheart. com > featured > the-afternoon-news-with-kitty-o-neal > content > 2026-05-18-cultivate-a-culinary-focused-event-benefits-the-american-cancer-society

"Cultivate," a Culinary-Focused Event Benefits the American Cancer Society | KFBK News Radio | The Afternoon News with Kitty O'Neal

1+ mon, 5+ day ago  (190+ words) Want to know more about Kitty O'Neal? Get her official bio, social pages and more! Full Bio Cultivate is the American Cancer Society's newest campaign in the Greater Sacramento region, expanding critical cancer support for patients and families in our…...

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kfbk. iheart. com > content > 2026-05-11-hantavirus-patients-update-1-symptomatic-1-asymptomatic

Hantavirus Patients Update: 1 Symptomatic, 1 Asymptomatic

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (259+ words) KFBK The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has provided an update on two individuals exposed to hantavirus aboard a cruise ship. One of the individuals is symptomatic, while the other remains asymptomatic. Both are currently under observation at Emory…...

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kfbk. iheart. com > content > 2026-05-04-infant-formula-recalled-over-potential-toxin-contamination

Infant Formula Recalled Over Potential Toxin Contamination

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (249+ words) The recall affects more than 16, 000 units sold in 31. 7-ounce tins intended for babies aged zero to 12 months. The impacted formula was sold nationwide via the a2 Milk Company's website, Amazon, and Meijer stores. The affected tins have "Use By" dates of…...

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kfbk. iheart. com > content > 2026-04-24-lawrence-taylor-hospitalized-after-medical-emergency-report

Lawrence Taylor Hospitalized After Medical Emergency: Report

1+ mon, 4+ week ago  (280+ words) KFBK Taylor, 67, regarded by many as the greatest defensive player in NFL history, reportedly arrived at an emergency room and was transferred to another section of the hospital shortly after. The two-time Super Bowl champion's status wasn't clear at the…...

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kfbk. iheart. com > content > 2026-03-26-essential-cooking-ingredient-recalled-over-potential-deadly-risk

Essential Cooking Ingredient Recalled Over Potential Deadly Risk

2+ mon, 4+ week ago  (209+ words) Garlic sold at Tops Friendly Markets has been recalled due to improper storage temperatures that could result in deadly health concerns. The Class I recall issued on Tuesday (March 24) affects 6-ounce bags of Christopher Ranch Peeled Garlic with UPC 00007457410852 code…...

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