Gadolinium-153 is used to calibrate diagnostic imaging machines for spec scans, which produce 3D medical images of patients’ organs.

The budget bills now go to the Missouri Senate, where they are likely to undergo many changes. The House must also consider several other budget bills, including funding from the American Rescue Plan Act.

Multiple state agencies put out a warning this week about a concerning new opioid that’s becoming more prevalent in the state.

A California jury awarded a woman millions of dollars after she contended addictive social media products caused her mental distress.

State colleges and universities face big changes in state funding under $50.3 billion budget for state operations in the coming fiscal year. The budget also includes $60 million for expanded private-school voucher program.

Doretta Kidd lost her husband, Johnny, to Alzheimer’s last November. She and her stepdaughter, Ashley Avery — who assisted with his care — spoke about what they learned from their years of caregiving and what they’re doing now to try and continue to make a difference.

Microplastics are all over the environment and even inside human bodies. Researchers have found a type of bioengineered algae that can clean up these particles.

MU Extension recently launched a new set of informational guides for Missourians who have been diagnosed with alpha-gal syndrome.

While the decision is a loss for redistricting opponents, it does not necessarily mean the map passed last year will be in place for the 2026 election.

Beginning Jan. 1, 2026, the university stopped covering GLP-1 medications prescribed for conditions other than Type 2 diabetes, including weight loss.