Mandy Hrach

Memphis

Reporter at WHBQ-TV (Memphis, TN)

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I-55 & Riverside Dr. roundabout opens after 3 years of work

1 week ago | fox13memphis.com | Mandy Hrach

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A major infrastructure milestone in Memphis is finally complete. After years of work, the roundabout interchange at I-55, Riverside Dr., and Crump Blvd. is officially open to traffic. State and local leaders gathered for a ribbon cutting Tuesday as they celebrated the improvements and laid out plans for what’s next. "This is an important day for Memphis, and Memphis is a very important part of this state," Tennessee Governor Bill Lee said.
'We had a blast': Riverbeat Music Festival brings major boost to businesses

1 week ago | fox13memphis.com | Mandy Hrach

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Big crowds and a big impact downtown. The Riverbeat Music Festival drew thousands of fans each day over the weekend, giving businesses a major boost. Whether you came for the tunes, the food, or simply the good vibes, the Riverbeat Music Festival returned to Tom Lee Park in downtown Memphis with non-stop energy. "We had a blast. I think everyone had fun.
Riverbeat Festival goes on, despite security concerns

1 week ago | fox13memphis.com | Mandy Hrach

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - The Riverbeat Music Festival is set to bring big crowds to Downtown Memphis this weekend. Behind the scenes, a major effort is underway to keep everyone safe and healthy. Emergency physicians say festivals always come with the potential for injury. Large crowds, outdoor environments, and the possibility of alcohol and drugs can lead to a range of potential risks. While the focus is on fun, organizers are serious about safety.
New study shows increased health risks from ultra-processed foods

2 weeks ago | fox13memphis.com | Mandy Hrach

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - They’re fast, convenient and often irresistible. Examples of ultra-processed foods include chips, fast food, sodas, candy and more. They are all around us—available at our fingertips. But a new study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine says ultra-processed foods may come with a hidden cost to your health. "I think it sucks just because for us to find something that's not processed or not artificial, it does cost more," Jayche Davis of Memphis said.
Local, federal officials announce new plan to combat violent crime in Memphis and Shelby County

2 weeks ago | fox13memphis.com | Mandy Hrach

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Enough is enough. That’s the message from law enforcement officials who said violent crime in and around Memphis is simply out of control. Last week, FOX13 Investigates reported at least 36 people were shot and 15 of those were killed in the span of seven days. Since then, FOX13 knows of at least 16 more shootings in Memphis with 11 victims, including one dead. In a press conference on Wednesday, local and federal officials announced a new plan to combat the alarming trend.
THC-infused drinks pose potential health risks to children

2 weeks ago | fox13memphis.com | Mandy Hrach

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Orange soda, root beer and cherry cola. They may sound like the names of your average soda, but these have THC in them, the psychoactive compound in marijuana. As THC-infused drinks bubble up in popularity, doctors are becoming increasingly concerned about the potential health risks. Because they resemble regular sodas or seltzers, they can easily be misidentified. Experts warn they could be more dangerous than they look.
With thousands on transplant waiting list, Methodist asks for more donors

2 weeks ago | fox13memphis.com | Mandy Hrach

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Over 100,000 people in the United States are waiting for organ transplants. Each day, seventeen of those die. For this Donate Life Month, FOX13 sat down with one organ recipient who is using his journey to help others. "I told them that, you know, they can either fix me, or I'm going to see God and Jesus," Gary Elam said. Diagnosed with Hepatitis C in 1991, Elam managed his symptoms for more than two decades until one day they took a turn.
Rural hospitals could drop obstetrics care, raising risk to expectant mothers

2 weeks ago | fox13memphis.com | Mandy Hrach

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Expectant mothers in rural areas already have limited access to labor and delivery services. But a recent study shows the problem could get worse. That report from the Healthcare Quality and Payment Reform says fewer than half of Tennessee's rural hospitals offer obstetrics care, and several of those are considering dropping the service. This massively increases the risk of complications for expectant mothers and their babies. "It’s your baby.
Mid-South doctors seeing an increase in younger patients diagnosed with colon cancer

1 month ago | fox13memphis.com | Mandy Hrach

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - 1 in 20. That’s how many people will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer in their lifetime. Despite being somewhat preventable, it’s the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. Doctors in the Mid-South say they are seeing younger and younger patients. That's why for this colorectal cancer awareness month, health experts are stressing the importance of knowing the warning signs. "The entire time that I kept thinking, 'This can't be real.
Residents of Downtown apartments concerned after lead paint exposure

1 month ago | fox13memphis.com | Mandy Hrach

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Residents of a Downtown Memphis apartment complex are concerned for their health after learning they may have been exposed to lead for years. FOX13 obtained a document from a resident at 99 Front Apartments which says a company identified areas of possible lead-based paint throughout their building. It's not a letter resident Derrick Ransom expected to get. "It's lead-based paint, and there's apparently lead dust particles and it’s all throughout the common areas," Ransom said.