WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. officials on Monday approved the first long-acting drug to protect babies and toddlers against a respiratory virus that sends tens of thousands of American children to the hospital each year.
RSV is a cold-like nuisance for most healthy people, but it can be life-threatening in the very young and the elderly.
The Food and Drug Administration approved the injection for infants and children up to 2 years old who face increased risk of severe RSV.
NWS: Tuesday Hail Storm will be Remembered as Major Weather Event
Tuesday’s severe thunderstorms that pelted much of the Ozarks with hail will be remembered as a major event according to a meteorologist.
Stone County Traffic Crash Involves Drivers from Arkansas, Missouri
Motorists work around a traffic crash Wednesday afternoon in Stone County involving drivers from Arkansas and Missouri.
Searcy County Man Pleads Guilty, Sentenced for Crimes in Baxter and Marion Counties
A man accused of crimes in three counties pleads guilty to charges in two counties, another case is pending.
Branson West Man Faces Federal Money Laundering Charges
A Lakes Region man has been arrested and is facing federal charges.
Silver Dollar City Earns Top USA Today Award for Fifth Time
Readers again help Silver Dollar City get top award.
