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Health from local newsrooms

From Springfield News-Leader and OzarksFirst.com, gathered by TMI, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. Springfield News-Leader17 hours ago

    Expert gardening tips for pruning roses and shrubs for healthy growth, on Springfield News-Leader

    Learn the best times to prune your roses and shrubs to ensure healthy growth and beautiful blooms.

  2. OzarksFirst.comYesterday

    Springfield, Polk County study finds money isn’t the only barrier to seeing a doctor, on OzarksFirst.com

    SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — For some southwest Missouri residents, getting sick also means deciding whether they can afford to see a doctor. Even when free or reduced-cost care is available, other concerns can stand in the way. A Missouri State University study published earlier this year examined why patients in Springfield and Polk County struggle to