From classrooms to clinics, some Missourians may once again be keeping a close eye on COVID—this time, it’s a new variant with a complicated name and growing concern. NB.1.8.1 is making headlines, and it’s already affecting communities across the state. So, what do we...
A new COVID variant nicknamed “razor blade throat” or “Nimbus” is making its way through Missouri, and it’s living up to its name. Dr. Steven Lawrence, Professor of Medicine at Washington University in St. Louis, said the technical name for the variant is NB.1.8.1....
While flu cases in Missouri have remained relatively low for now the same cannot be said for COVID. Dr. Laura Morris with MU Health Care told Missourinet that they typically see a rise in flu cases around the holidays; however, COVID has not been as consistent. “We...
It is not too late to receive your vaccinations for this season’s round of COVID-19 and the flu. The Missouri Immunization Coalition and Dr. Laura Morris join Show Me Today to share the importance.
The cold weather is on its way to Missouri soon. That means chances for catching the flu or COVID-19 increases. Lynelle Paro, with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, predicts an increase in case numbers once the cold begins to set in. She said that...
