What Is Alpha-Gal Syndrome? A Guide to This Tick-Related Allergy

Alpha-gal syndrome is a tick-related food allergy on the rise in Missouri. Find out what causes it, what the symptoms look like and when to see a doctor.
Primary Care vs. Urgent Care vs. the ER

When to Go Where
Is Upper Back Pain Serious?

What It Usually Means and When to Get It Checked
U.S. Measles Cases Climb to Highest Level in More Than 30 Years

The number of measles cases reported in the United States has climbed to its highest level in more than three decades, according to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. As of August 13, the CDC had confirmed 2,566 measles cases nationwide in 2026, surpassing the 2,289 cases reported during all […]
Area Health Department Continues Breast Feeding Awareness Campaign

While the first week of August is recognized as World Breastfeeding Week, the Taney County Health Department continues to bring awareness throughout the year.