https://www.kxcv.org/tags/public-health public health en-US Copyright Tue, 12 May 2026 12:36:55 GMT https://www.kxcv.org/regional-news/2026-05-12/how-kansas-city-health-officials-are-preparing-for-the-world-cup-with-hantavirus-and-heat-looming Area health departments are putting the finishing touches on plans to keep residents and travelers healthy during the FIFA World Cup. Officials are hopeful increased wastewater surveillance and unified messaging will help prevent outbreaks. Tue, 12 May 2026 12:36:55 GMT https://www.kxcv.org/regional-news/2026-05-12/how-kansas-city-health-officials-are-preparing-for-the-world-cup-with-hantavirus-and-heat-looming Noah Taborda