A constant shortage of donated blood in the state is becoming a major concern, especially for Mississippians living with sickle cell disease.

Mississippi mental health and medical professionals are working to come up with a statewide plan to combat opioid abuse.

Mississippi's Department of Human Services says the number of calls to report elder abuse is on the rise.

Mississippi's VA hospital is one of 15 on the U.S. Veteran's Administration's High Risk List.

Elderly Mississippians are experiencing severe tooth loss at a rate higher than anywhere else in the country, according to a recent oral health study.

New efforts are underway to teach small black farmers in Mississippi how to connect with their cultural traditions while developing healthier foods for their communities

Mississippi primary elections end with two run-offs one on the Republican ticket and the other on the Democratic side. Hear highlights of the election results.

Some women diagnosed with early breast cancer can now safely skip chemotherapy treatment, according to recent clinical findings.

A growing number of cigarette smokers are turning to vaping to kick the old habit. But as MPB's Ashley Norwood reports, how effective is it?