Health & Wellness
09/26/2026 · Lawrence County
CDC Report Indicates Improvements in Youth Health Trends
A recent analysis by the CDC reveals changes in youth health metrics. The report details both positive trends and areas requiring continued attention. Researchers compiled information from various national surveys.
Medicaid Policy Changes Prompt Public Input Request
A journalism series examines shifts in Medicaid's in-home care services. Reporters now seek accounts from individuals and their support networks directly affected by these policy changes. The initiative aims to document personal impacts on daily life and care provision.
09/26/2026
FDA Grants Accelerated Approval for New Breast Cancer Drug
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted accelerated approval for a new treatment for adult patients with advanced breast cancer. The drug targets hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative cases.
09/26/2026
FDA Addresses Potential Shortage of Newborn Nutritional Products
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced measures to prevent a potential shortage of neonatal starter parenteral nutrition. These actions aim to maintain access to critical medical products for vulnerable patients.
09/26/2026
Doctors Issue Joint Vaccine Guidance for Respiratory Virus Season
A group of prominent doctors has released recommendations for Americans regarding flu, COVID-19, and RSV vaccines. They urge individuals to receive these vaccinations as the respiratory virus season approaches.
09/26/2026
Medical Groups Issue Independent Vaccine Guidance for Respiratory Season
Several prominent medical groups have published their own guidelines for respiratory virus vaccinations. This guidance addresses COVID-19, influenza, and RSV as the season approaches.
09/26/2026
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MEMA Guides and Publications | Mississippi Emergency Management Agency MEMA's Disaster Preparedness Guide English: MEMA Disaster Guide Spanish: DESASTRE GUIA Vietnamese: THẢM HỌA HƯỚNG DẪN MEMA’s Disaster Preparedness Guide for Older Adults English: MEMA’s Disaster Preparedness Guide for Older Adults Spanish: Guía de preparación para desastres de MEMA para adultos mayores Vietnamese: Hướng dẫn Phòng chống Thảm họa của MEMA dành cho Người lớn tuổi MEMA's Hurricane Guide English: Hurricane Guide Spanish: Guía de preparación para Huracanes Vietnamese: Hurricane Bảng Hướng Dẫn MEMA's Guidebook for Emergency Managers and Local Officials MEMA Guidebook MEMA's Media Guidebook MEMA Media Guidebook MEMA's Guides for Kids MEMA Activity Book ABC's of MEMA Coloring Book Axel the Earthquake Ant Coloring Sheet MEMITE's Hurricane Coloring Book MEMA Annual Reports 2025 Annual Report 2024 Annual Report 2023 Annual Report 2022 Annual Report 2021 Annual Report 2020 Annual Report 2019 Annual Report 2018 Annual Report 2017 Annual Report 2016 Annual Report 2015 Annual Report
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Frequently Asked Questions | Mississippi Emergency Management Agency Skip to main content Close Search Search Search Frequently Asked Questions All FAQs are accordions and expand upon click My food spoiled during a power outage, can I get reimbursed? MEMA does not provide reimbursement for food spoiling during a natural disaster. In certain disasters, SNAP recipients may receive replacement benefits by contacting the Mississippi Department of Human Services. My home was destroyed or damaged, where is my hotel voucher? MEMA does not provide housing vouchers. Where can I get money to fix the damage to my home? Federal financial assistance is available to homeowners ONLY if a federal disaster declaration for Individual Assistance is approved by the president. Renters are not eligible for home repair assistance but may be eligible for other federal assistance. Federal financial assistance is never a guarantee. If you need immediate help finding a tarp for your roof call your county emergency management agency office. I need a generator for my home, can MEMA provide one? MEMA cannot provide generators to individuals or reimbursement for the purchase of a generator. In order to be considered for reimbursement for a generator purchased after a federally declared disaster, there must be an existing medical condition that requires you to have medical equipment/appliance for medical purposes. FEMA will need the following documentation to consider a reimbursement: a copy of the receipt of proof of purchase or rental for the generator, a letter from a physician on letterhead that indicates the required equipment is for medical purposes and an official letter from the electric company for the power outage. I need help repairing damage to my home. What do I do? First, take pictures of the damage for documentation purposes. Second, call your insurance provider to file a claim. Depending on the repairs needed, your county emergency management agency or MEMA’s Individual Assistance Bureau could be of assistance. Contact your local EMA for more information. I need a safe room for my home, does MEMA offer any grants? The Individual Safe Room program is closed due to the lack of funding. Local governments can apply for Hazard Mitigation Grants for public community safe rooms. For more information visit MEMA’s Mitigation page. I missed the FEMA deadline to apply for Individual Assistance, can I still apply? You must call FEMA’s disaster assistance helpline to discuss assistance: 800-621-3362 FEMA is referring me to fill out an SBA Loan application why? During the FEMA Assistance process, you may be referred to the U.S. Small Business Administration for a potential loan. While your application is being processed, FEMA is evaluating your needs to see if you qualify for home repairs or other FEMA benefits. If you qualify for federal benefits FEMA will contact you. You may be eligible for additional benefits from FEMA by applying for an SBA loan. Applying for Individual Assistance FEMA denied me assistance or I don’t agree with the amount I was awarded, what can I do? Write an appeal to FEMA. The appeal must be postmarked within 60 days of the date on the award or denial letter from FEMA. See the attached sample appeal letter. How to Write an Appeal What can I purchase with my FEMA award? FEMA will inform you of the types of assistance you are eligible to receive. These may include home repairs, rental assistance for a different place to live temporarily, repair or replacement of a damaged primary vehicle, uninsured out-of-pocket medical expenses for an injury caused by the disaster. Repair or replacement of occupational specialized tools, essential educations materials and/or moving and storage expenses related to the disaster. If you do not spend the award on its intended purpose, you may be denied future assistance. In some cases FEMA will ask that the money be returned. Spend Your FEMA Award Wisely FEMA will inform you of the types of assistance you are eligible to receive. These may include: Home repairs (e.g., structure, water, septic and sewage systems). Rental assistance for a different place to live temporarily. Repair or replacement of a damaged primary vehicle. Uninsured out-of-pocket medical expenses for an injury caused by the disaster. Repair or replacement of occupational specialized tools. Essential educational materials (e.g., computers, schoolbooks, supplies). Moving and storage expenses related to the disaster. If you do not spend the award on its intended purpose, you may be DENIED FUTURE ASSISTANCE. In some cases, FEMA will ask that the money be returned. NWS Offices Map Every disaster is different. Federal and state assets will depend on the magnitude of each disaster.
Mississippi Army National Guard 184th Sustainment Command
Monticello proudly is home to the Mississippi Army National Guard 184th Sustainment Command, which acts as an administrative headquarters for MSARNG units throughout the state. The 184th Sustainment Command serves as a major subordinate command (MSC) within the Mississippi Army National Guard, providing administrative and training oversight for more than 2500 Soldiers in MSARNG units throughout the state. Subordinate units include: the 168th Engineer Brigade and their subordinates, 890th & 223d Engineer Battalions; the 298th Support Battalion and their subordinates, the 367th and 3656th Maintenance Companies, the 1387th Quartermaster Company (water), and the 1687th Transportation Company (medium truck); as well as the 31st Support Detachment (Rear Operations Center) and the 114th Support Detachment (Army Liaison Team). Click here to learn more about the 184th.
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