LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - United ISD will provide free flu shots Saturday, Oct. 17, for all UISD students. No insurance is required. Two sites will be available. Students who live closer to the north can go to the cafeteria at Clark Elementary School. Students who live in the south can go to the cafe...
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(Gray News) — Billy Joel said his health is keeping him from being able to perform or drive, he revealed in a new interview with The Hollywood Reporter . Joel, 77, said he has a condition called hydrocephalus that has affected his balance. He wants nothing more than to get back o...
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LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Local artists and makers are coming together for a taste of Mexico. Mercadito Fest returns Saturday, Oct. 17, from 2 to 6 p.m. at Bolillos Cafe and Lolita’s Bistro Plaza on McPherson Road. The free event features more than 25 local vendors selling art, craft...
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LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - The city of Laredo will hold a press conference at 9 a.m. Friday, Oct. 16, to address concerns about the structural integrity of the DoubleTree Hotel following the Oct. 7 three-alarm fire. The briefing will focus on the building’s current condition, the stat...
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( Aging Untold ) — The FDA’s first-ever approval of a blood test to help diagnose Alzheimer’s disease marks a significant step forward in treating a condition that affects about 7 million Americans, with that number expected to nearly double by 2060, according to the Alzheimer’s ...
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( Aging Untold ) — Firearms are part of the home for some families. But as parents and grandparents age, changes in vision, memory or mood can affect how safely those firearms are handled and stored. It’s about checking in to make sure the safeguards in place still fit the person...
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NEW ORLEANS ( InvestigateTV ) - Weight is a daily struggle for millions of Americans and for a lot of them it’s not just the health risks, it’s shame and setbacks. By 2035, it’s estimated that the number of people in the country living with obesity will rise to 19 million and aff...
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( Aging Untold ) — As we age, our bodies process medicine differently — and a drug that felt fine at 40 can cause problems at 70. Even small details, like whether a pill can be cut, chewed or dissolved, can carry serious consequences for older adults. The Aging Untold experts are...
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( Aging Untold ) — For many grandparents, the role shifts from spoiling and sleepovers to full-time, day-in, day-out parenting. It’s a transition that can bring deep love and purpose — but also real stress on time, money and energy. The Aging Untold experts are breaking down what...
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( Aging Untold ) — As dementia progresses, eating can become one of the hardest daily tasks. The brain can lose its ability to recognize hunger, identify food or remember how to use a fork. We are breaking down why eating becomes so complicated and what caregivers can do to help....
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. ( Aging Untold ) — Millions of Americans experience a constant ringing, hissing or humming in their ears, a condition known as tinnitus. For some, the sound never stops. Ken Seibert has worn hearing aids for about 20 years. The devices amplify his hearing and also...
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( InvestigateTV ) — InvestigateTV+ uncovers the hidden cost of care; how families facing complex medical needs can be pushed into financial and emotional crisis, and why caregivers say support still falls short. Plus, one man shares his powerful journey from substance use disorde...
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. ( InvestigateTV ) - Between exams, clinicals and sleepless nights, nursing students face a lot of pressure. At Galen College of Nursing in Louisville, some students find relief from two lovable dogs. Henry and Maisy, two English Cream Golden Retrievers, have becom...
