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One-fifth of Miss. citizens uninsured
Cost of health care causes many to remain uncovered
by Aubra Whitten
Last week's U.S. Census Bureau report revealed that one-fifth of Mississippi's population was without health insurance in 2006. From 2005 to 2006, the number of uninsured Mississippi residents rose 24 percent, totaling 600,000 people. The total for 2005 was 483,000. (0) comments
Miss. poverty rates continue to rise
State's poverty levels increasing due to general low education level
by Dan Malone
The poverty rate in Mississippi is still on the rise, according to a census released last week. While national poverty rates are declining, Mississippi's rate is up from 19.9 percent in 1999 to 21.1 percent. Mississippi has led the nation in poverty for several years. (0) comments
by Carl Smith
Twelve new human cases of West Nile virus (WNV) have been reported by the Mississippi State Department of Health. Last week, Hinds, Madison and Rankin counties reported three new cases each, while Lauderdale, Leflore and Forrest Counties reported one new case each. (0) comments
by Lawrence Simmons
MSU officials are utilizing communication technology to try to create a safer atmosphere in emergency situations on campus. Comprised of different channels of media, the Maroon Alert is a tool that will inform people on campus and in the community by transmitting urgent information through text messaging, instant messaging, 91. (0) comments
