SUMMARY: Throughout the month, stories of hope from breast cancer survivors have highlighted the crucial role of early screenings. Dr. Olivia High from Memorial Health System emphasized that breast cancer is the leading cancer in women, with one in eight developing it in their lifetime. Regular screenings start at age 40 for average-risk women, or ten years earlier for those with a family history. Women should perform monthly breast exams and watch for changes like new lumps or skin alterations. Memorial is hosting mammograms and offering discounts for the underinsured, emphasizing the importance of accessible screenings for early detection.

Dr. Olivia Hightower stresses the importance of early and regular screenings during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

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SUMMARY: Seeing River Pasa’s comprehensive rehabilitation center marked its 20th anniversary, celebrating the dedication and hard work of staff and patients. One patient, Liony Verett, shared his journey after undergoing cardiac bypass surgery, during which he faced significant challenges, including temporary shutdown of his body’s functions. Verett expressed gratitude for the support he received at the center, emphasizing how he learned to regain basic skills like eating and moving. He highlighted the center’s fantastic staff and acknowledged that everyone eventually needs medical help, which he found to be exceptional at Seeing River, helping him to stand independently once again.

Patient Lionel Verret says that we all get to a point where we need medical help, and he couldn’t have asked for better than Singing River.

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SUMMARY: Shay Graham from South Mississippi provides a weather update, noting no early evening newscast due to college football coverage. Locally, temperatures are expected to drop into the 60s tonight, with some patchy fog possible in low-lying areas. A warm and sunny day is anticipated tomorrow, reaching the low to mid-80s. There’s a slight chance of isolated showers early next week and perhaps some tropical development in the Caribbean by Halloween, although specifics are uncertain. Rainfall remains limited, and drought conditions could worsen if the dry spell continues. Halloween is expected to be warm and muggy, with minimal rain, making outdoor plans favorable.

Meteorologist Taylor Graham gives the latest weather forecast as Halloween quickly approaches.

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