Kansas Lakes On High Alert- Blue-Green Algae Triggers Statewide Health Warnings

Kansas Lakes On High Alert: Blue-Green Algae Triggers Statewide Health Warnings

Blue-green algae outbreaks are once again affecting Kansas lakes, triggering public health warnings across the state. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) have released updated advisories, urging residents and visitors to avoid contact with specific lakes showing signs of harmful algal blooms (HABs). These algae blooms are not only unpleasant to look at—they … Read more

St. Louis Aquarium On High Alert After Measles Case Reported

St. Louis Aquarium On High Alert After Measles Case Reported

A confirmed measles case has been reported involving an out-of-state visitor to the St. Louis Aquarium on April 30, 2025, prompting a health alert from local authorities. The individual, a resident of southern Illinois, visited the aquarium between 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM, raising concerns about potential exposure to the highly contagious virus among other … Read more