South Idaho meatpacking plant hit with virus outbreak
Health officials say dozens of workers at a meatpacking plant in southwestern Idaho have tested positive for COVID-19.…
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How to stay cool without air conditioning this summer
Being unable to afford air conditioning or wanting to save more by using it less is a normal circumstance for some of…
Continue Reading Picky eating linked to demanding parents who limit foods, study says
Frustrated with your child’s picky eating? If you’re trying to fix the problem by becoming the food police, you’re probably making your child’s habit…
Continue Reading Opioid drug overdose deaths are down in US, study finds, but COVID-19 could change that
Opioid drug overdose deaths are down in US, study finds, but Covid-19 could change…
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Coronavirus Outbreak Timeline Fast Facts
Here’s some information about the spread of the coronavirus outbreak, declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization. The coronavirus, called…
Continue Reading Warmer weather means it’s time to be tick aware
As warm weather sends people outdoors, some are encountering tenacious pests with no respect for social…
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How to remotely join PCSD 25 Class of 2020 celebration
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 invites community members to join remotely to celebrate and honor the Class of…
Continue Reading How to help children with ADHD thrive in a virtual schoolhouse
When schools shut down because of the coronavirus, some parents of children with ADHD found themselves in a stressful…
Continue Reading WHO says 80 million babies are missing out on routine childhood vaccines
As many as 80 million babies worldwide are missing out on routine childhood vaccines because of the coronavirus pandemic, the World Health…
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73 new confirmed Idaho COVID-19 cases over Memorial Day weekend
Idaho officials reported on Tuesday there are at least 2,699 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in 34 of the 44 Idaho counties, according to…
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COVID-19 triggers decrease in people getting vaccinations, CDC says
A vaccine tracking system for the Center for Disease Control is indicating a decline in pediatric vaccinations since a week after the national…
Continue Reading No sign of coronavirus so far in Wyoming city’s sewage
Results are negative so far for a Wyoming city testing for signs of the coronavirus in…
Continue Reading 31 new confirmed Idaho COVID-19 cases, new cases in Bonneville, Bannock
Idaho officials reported on Saturday there are at least 2,626 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in 33 of the 44 Idaho counties, according to…
Continue Reading 61 new confirmed Idaho COVID-19 cases
Idaho officials reported on Friday there are at least 2,595 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in 33 of the 44 Idaho counties, according to…
Continue Reading CDC estimates that 35% of coronavirus patients don’t have symptoms
In new guidance for mathematical modelers and public health officials, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is estimating that about a…
Continue Reading Stop kissing or snuggling your poultry, the CDC says. There’s a salmonella outbreak in 28 states linked to chicks and ducks
Springtime brings the birth of new life, including pet poultry like chicks and ducklings. But those young birds may bring with them pesky Salmonella…
Continue Reading Summer is not completely canceled. Here are 100 things we can do with or without kids.
This is not the summer we had hoped or planned…
Continue Reading This 5-minute yoga routine will boost your energy and start the day right
The countless hours that many of us have spent sitting at a makeshift desk in quarantine can be detrimental not only physically but also mentally.…
Continue Reading Scientists say they may have found a skinny gene
We all know the type. They can eat all they want, spend zero time at the gym and don’t put on an…
Continue Reading Why drinking tea might just help in a crisis
Call it quarantea. Every day at 3 p.m. since the UK imposed coronavirus-related restrictions in mid-March, Laura Seabright, a London-based teacher,…
Continue Reading How to safely avoid sunburn in the age of coronavirus
The only way to safely escape the familiar interiors of our homes during this pandemic is to go outside into the fresh air, bask in the beauty of…
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Governor Little announces new COVID-19 testing strategy
Governor Brad Little will host a press conference regarding a new COVID-19 testing strategy on Friday, May 22 at 12 p.m.…
Continue Reading 2 new COVID-19 cases identified in Bannock County
Southeastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed two new cases of COVID-19 in Bannock County.…
Continue Reading “We just want to communicate,” how face masks are a barrier for Deaf community
People who rely on reading lips to communicate are facing a difficult problem: a lot of people are wearing face masks that cover their…
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Plasma centers in Rexburg are working to create a medicine for COVID-19
This is different than a preventative measure like a vaccine. Hakes says the medicine will be used to actually treat the disease while we wait for a…
Continue Reading 28 new confirmed Idaho COVID-19 cases
Idaho officials reported on Thursday there are at least 2,534 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in 33 of the 44 Idaho counties, according to…
Continue Reading Child testing positive for COVID-19 closes Wyoming daycare
A child testing positive for the coronavirus has prompted the closure of a Wyoming daycare center and testing of 32 employees and…
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Idaho Falls Parks and Rec challenges the community
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – With kids not in school and people working at home, the Idaho Falls Parks & Rec Department has stepped up. “It’s…
Continue Reading Idaho COVID-19 cases pass 2,500
Idaho officials reported on Wednesday there are at least 2,506 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in 33 of the 44 Idaho counties, according to…
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Don’t get scammed by buying inaccurate COVID-19 tests
The BBB says with new studies showing that up to 50 percent of people with the virus don’t show any symptoms, a lot of people are curious to get…
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Virus surge blamed on carelessness nixes Wyoming car show
A surge in local cases of the coronavirus blamed on people not following social distancing recommendations or wearing face masks in public has…
Continue Reading Step up your strength and balance with this stair workout
Shelter-in-place restrictions may be loosening across the United States and around the world, but with gyms still closed in most US states and many…
Continue Reading Johnson & Johnson will stop selling talc-based baby powder
Johnson & Johnson is abandoning a product that it may be most identified with and has been selling for more than 100 years — talc-based baby…
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Montana to ease more restrictions June 1, allow groups of 50
Montana Gov. Steve Bullock says the state will further ease coronavirus restrictions in two weeks.…
Continue Reading 21 new Idaho COVID-19 cases confirmed
Idaho officials reported on Tuesday there are at least 2,476 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in 33 of the 44 Idaho counties, according to…
Continue Reading How to eat less meat and more plants
Whether you enjoy meat on a regular basis or savor a steak once in a while, one thing is true: Many people love…
Continue Reading The pandemic is testing sibling rivalry — and you
Is the pandemic taking sibling rivalry to another, more feral level? Or is so much enforced proximity building stronger bonds between sisters and…
Continue Reading More evidence US childhood vaccinations are dropping amid coronavirus pandemic
The number of childhood vaccines administered in Michigan has dropped by as much as 22% amid the coronavirus pandemic, according to a report released…
Continue Reading Delirium and agitation may follow COVID-19 infection, study says
Delirium, confusion and agitation may be common in severe coronavirus infections while patients are hospitalized, according to a new review of…
Continue Reading Yoga may ease symptoms of depression, study says
Weekly sessions of yoga may ease depressive symptoms in people with other mental health issues, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis of…
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Lab in Idaho Falls decontaminates N95 masks for healthcare professionals across the state for free
The Battelle Critical Care Decontamination System uses concentrated vapor phase hydrogen peroxide to decontaminate thousands of N95 masks of the…
Continue Reading 19 new Idaho COVID-19 cases confirmed, new cases in Bannock County
Idaho officials reported on Monday there are at least 2,455 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in 33 of the 44 Idaho counties, according to…
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Wyoming lawmakers deliver COVID-19 funds, not lawsuit shield
Wyoming lawmakers approved the outline of a large aid package for hospitals, businesses and people affected by the coronavirus in a rare special…
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Gov. Little extends cash grants to self-employed
Self-employed individuals economically impacted by COVID-19 now may be eligible to receive up to $7,500 in cash support through the Idaho Rebound…
Continue Reading Preschoolers and the pandemic: practical ways to keep them learning
Three weeks into our extended coronavirus spring break at home, my husband wanted to discuss what we should be teaching our 4-year-old…
Continue Reading Age-proof your brain by keeping your heart healthy, study says
If you want to keep your brain sharp and focused as you age, it’s important to keep your heart…
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Victor lifts COVID-19 travel and tourism emergency ordinances
The Victor City Council unanimously repealed two COVID-19 emergency ordinances relating to travel and tourism during a special City Council meeting…
Continue Reading Talking to yourself matters. Here’s how to do it in a pandemic
For Andy Hull, this was the year that a lifelong dream of being a philosophy professor was set to culminate. Then a pandemic…
Continue Reading If your kids are acting out, they might just be sad
The pandemic brought a major upheaval to the lives of Amber Sparks and her 5-year-old daughter, and her daughter is exhibiting unruly behavior…
Continue Reading New COVID-19 cases confirmed in Bannock County
Southeastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed two new cases of COVID-19 in Bannock County.…
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Rexburg Independence Day Parade to take place
The Rexburg Area Chamber of Commerce is continuing with plans to hold the annual Independence Day Parade on July 4,…
Continue Reading Wyoming reports first COVID outbreak at a nursing home
Health officials say the first outbreak of the coronavirus at a nursing home in Wyoming has infected at least nine…
Continue Reading 38 more Idaho COVID-19 cases confirmed, new case in Bonneville
Idaho officials reported on Friday there are at least 2,389 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in 33 of the 44 Idaho counties, according to…
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Coronavirus-related aid tops Wyoming special-session agenda
A handful of legislators met in person at the Wyoming Capitol and the rest by computer video Friday for a special session to address the coronavirus…
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Portneuf Modifies visitor restrictions, extend lab hours
Portneuf Medical Center’s patient visitation policy has been adjusted to better reflect the current community…
Continue Reading Idaho transitions to Idaho Rebounds Stage 2
Governor Brad Little announced his plans for Stage 2 of the State’s approach to reopening segments of Idaho on…
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Idaho will enter Stage 2 of Idaho Rebounds on May 16
Governor Brad Little announced during a press conference Thursday Idaho will enter Stage 2 of Idaho Rebounds on May…
Continue Reading 27 more Idaho COVID-19 cases confirmed, new cases in Jefferson, Bannock
Idaho officials reported on Thursday there are at least 2,351 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in 33 of the 44 Idaho counties, according to…
Continue Reading New COVID-19 case identified in Bannock County
Southeastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed a new case of COVID-19 in Bannock County.…
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Farm-to-table CSAs growing during pandemic, saving local farm
Community Supported Agriculture, or CSAs, are gaining popularity across the country. And they’re saving…
Continue Reading Utah governor to relax coronavirus rules in much of state
Utah Gov. Gary Herbert will further relax coronavirus-related restrictions across much of the state.…
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Popular restaurant in Rexburg takes on new COVID-19 safety practices
In Rexburg the restaurant Fresco has made key changes to try to keep everyone safe.…
Continue Reading Cats can infect other cats with coronavirus, researchers find
Cats can infect other cats with the novel coronavirus, but they may not show any symptoms, according to a study published…
Continue Reading How much water do we really need to drink?
Here’s some welcome news: Water can work wonders for your…
Continue Reading Coronavirus may ‘never go away,’ says WHO official
The coronavirus spreading across the globe could become a constant presence, a leading World Health Organization official has…
Continue Reading 5 ways to go green during the pandemic
Recycling isn’t just for the environment…
Continue Reading Pocatello Red Cross hosting blood drives
Blood donations have diminished because of the…
Continue Reading 31 more Idaho COVID-19 cases confirmed
Idaho officials reported on Wednesday there are at least 2,324 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in 33 of the 44 Idaho counties, according to…
Continue Reading Official: Idaho virus outbreak linked to family gathering
A cluster of COVID-19 cases have been confirmed in Washington County, leading to the voluntary shutdown of a food processing plant, Idaho health…
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Yellowstone will begin first phase of reopening on May 18
Yellowstone National Park will reopen on a limited basis on May 18.…
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Grand Teton to increase recreational access on May 18
Beginning Monday, May 18, Grand Teton National Park will open recreational access with limited services available to the…
Continue Reading Struggling with migraines? This specific yoga routine can help, study says
Waking up with a slight headache that becomes painful enough to hinder daily life is the experience of many who suffer from…
Continue Reading Bored of lockdown yet? This downtime may have some benefits … if you do it right
Bored yet? Great. That could be a good…
Continue Reading For the first time, scientists can see how the brain records our memories as we sleep
Scientists have long known our brains need sleep to review the day’s events and transfer them into longer-term memories. Students are often told to…
Continue Reading Getting to medical appointments during a pandemic
Going to the doctor or pediatrician wasn’t so complicated just a few months ago. Neither was a trip to the dentist or the…
Continue Reading First US study of autism in adults estimates 2.2% have autism spectrum disorder
The first US study of autism in adults estimates that 2.2% of American adults have an autism spectrum condition. That adds up to 5.4 million people…
Continue Reading No, your teenager’s boyfriend or girlfriend cannot come over during the pandemic
As far as first dates go, the one 14-year-old Jake Scott had with his new 15-year-old girlfriend, Abby Westrope, back in early March was epic. It…
Continue Reading 5 exercises to offset too much sitting
It’s another day of self-isolating, which means it’s potentially another day of sitting indoors restlessly taking yet another Zoom meeting. Prolonged…
Continue Reading Gulping down 1 or more sugary drinks a day could put you at risk for cardiovascular disease
Even one serving daily of a sugary soft drink is associated with higher risk of cardiovascular disease. That’s according to a new…
Continue Reading Idaho COVID-19 cases near 2,300
Idaho officials reported on Tuesday there are at least 2,293 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in 33 of the 44 Idaho counties, according to…
Continue Reading 3 new COVID-19 cases identified in Bingham and Power Counties
Southeastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed 3 new cases of…
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Local library quarantines thousands of books
The Idaho Falls library is open, but local book worms can expect major changes to keep employees and the public safe.…
Continue Reading Idaho COVID-19 cases reach 2,260
Idaho officials reported on Monday there are at least 2,260 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in 33 of the 44 Idaho counties, according to…
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Public health officials guidelines for businesses and masks explained
After nearly seven weeks with empty tables, restaurants will have the option to open their dining rooms…
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Health care worker appreciation parade
Area first responders are hosting a parade to show appreciation for health care workers Monday afternoon.…
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EIRMC modifies visitor restrictions
Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center is modifying its visitor policy due to the community’s current…
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Showing and selling cars in a new way
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The COVID-19 pandemic has also hit car dealerships. One in East Idaho is getting creative with how they sell. “You…
Continue Reading Idaho COVID-19 cases pass 2,200
Idaho officials reported on Friday there are at least 2,205 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in 33 of the 44 Idaho counties, according to…
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COVID-19 antibody test results reported
After initial antibody testing for COVID-19, Crush the Curve says between .75 and 1.07% of people are testing…
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Health officials say to hold off on yard sales
One question people keep calling Southeastern Idaho Public Health about is, “When can I hold a yard…
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Telehealth services available at Southeastern Idaho Public Health
Southeastern Idaho Public Health is offering telehealth services through the telehealth platform,…
Continue Reading Wyoming lawmakers consider coronavirus business relief bill
Wyoming lawmakers are considering a bill for an upcoming special session that would provide $50 million in grants and loans to small businesses…
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Cabela’s mask donation
Idaho Falls Community Hospital, Mountain View Hospital, Just 4 Kids Urgent Care, and Aspen Home Health & Hospice are among the organizations that…
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Low number of coronavirus cases lets local medical community take a breather
In areas like southeastern Idaho, where there are fewer than 20 confirmed cases, people like Portneuf Medical Center’s Chief Medical Officer,…
Continue Reading Idaho COVID-19 cases up to 2,178
Idaho officials reported on Thursday there are at least 2,178 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in 33 of the 44 Idaho counties, according to…
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Wyoming community to test wastewater for COVID-19 infection
Officials in Wyoming plan to use wastewater testing as a potential method for detecting levels of COVID-19 infections among the public.…
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First-generation student graduates ISU without ceremony
Graduating from ISU isn’t just a triumph for Selene Ortiz, she says she did it for her family and…
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ISU graduates celebrate without commencement ceremony
Nearly 2,000 Idaho State University students are graduating without a ceremony on…
Continue Reading Idaho COVID-19 cases up to 2,158, recoveries reach 1,399
Idaho officials reported on Wednesday there are at least 2,158 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in 33 of the 44 Idaho counties, according to…
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A window of opportunity: Martha’s Cafe reopens with a drive-thru
Adding a drive-thru had always been something they discussed, but having to shut their doors to customers was the motivation they needed to actually…
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