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How to help your parents if they’re using chatbots for health advice
A growing number of older adults are using AI, including to access health information. Here are some ways to help them navigate it.
Here’s what to expect if you’re taking a month off from drinking
Pausing drinking, even for just a few weeks, can have noticeable health benefits. Experts explain what you can expect if you’re trying Sober October or Dry January.
WHO supports Nigeria after first Ebola case confirmed
The World Health Organization (WHO) is assisting Nigeria following confirmation of the first case of Ebola Bundibugyo virus disease in the country.
A counterintuitive way to build trust in measles vaccines and public health
Some experts say public health messaging would be more credible if it focused less on measles deaths and acknowledged that most children survive.
Duke Endowment makes big investment in NC Children’s hospital
By Anne Blythe Key Takeaways: On a heavily wooded tract near the intersection of U.S. 1 and N.C. 540 — a 220-acre spot in southern Apex so void of infrastructure it shows up only as GPS coordinates on a map, the Duke Endowment announced a transformative $100 million grant Tuesday morning. The investment will help […]
New Bedford youth to choose local health grant winners
New Bedford youth will decide which organizations receive up to $355,000 in grants to improve local health.
Commentary: What a new fight over chemical safety reveals about our changing politics
A new movement for human health is giving people from different backgrounds a reason to stand together.
Billionaire Mark Cuban’s 5-step plan to make healthcare affordable targets drug middlemen’s ‘contractual terrorism’
The Cost Plus Drugs cofounder told Texas lawmakers that insured patients are often better off paying cash—and laid out five fixes built around price transparency.
Tea has benefits for heart health — but not if it’s scalding hot
The way you prepare and drink your tea could influence your cardiovascular health, according to a new study.
Austin Public Health report examines HIV stigma in Central Texas
A new report from Austin Public Health examined how stigma and discrimination affect people living with HIV in Central Texas, including their experiences with family, relationships, health care and…
Mental health support available for families, community members in Bend after mass shooting
Mental health support services are being offered in Bend to help those impacted by the Silver Rail Elementary School shooting.
Rochester Grange #86 Presents "The 4 P’s of Honeybee Health" on 10/24
A message from Rochester Grange #86: Rochester Grange #86 presents a no-cost community lecture in conjunction with the Seacoast Beekeeper’s Association. The 4 P’s of Honeybee Health With a focus on Pesticides Neonicotinoid pesticides are all the buzz, but what are they? How can we help our six-legged friends? Date: October 24 at 3 p.m....
Villegas, advocates slam Valadao voting record at Bakersfield health care roundtable
Healthcare affordability and reproductive rights took center stage at a roundtable in Bakersfield on Tuesday, as Democratic congressional candidate Randy Villeg
Women hope yearly health checks will improve PMOS diagnosis and care
Women with PMOS say too often they are diagnosed and left to manage the condition on their own.
How Small Pharmacy Expansion Will Impact CVS Health (CVS) Investors
CVS Health has been rolling out smaller pharmacy focused stores, expanding MinuteClinic sites and raising its 2026 revenue and earnings outlook, alongside new efforts in benefit transparency and women’s midlife health research. The push into underserved neighborhoods with compact pharmacies and clinics points to a tighter focus on access, operating efficiency and aligning physical sites with where prescription demand actually shows up. This article examines how CVS Health’s investment...
Mental health support available for San Diego service members and families
The Veterans Village of San Diego is partnering with California to provide active-duty servicemembers and their families with the mental health support they need. NBC 7's Military Reporter Dana Williams has the details.
Congo’s Ebola outbreak leaves grieving families struggling with fear and stigma
The Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo is taking a psychological toll on families dealing with loss, fear and stigma.
Duke-UNC children’s hospital receives $100 million award from The Duke Endowment
The project is a collaboration between Duke Health and UNC Health to develop North Carolina’s first standalone children’s hospital, known as NC Children's Hospital. The $100 million grant marks one more step toward the planned facility’s $1 billion private fundraising goal.
Colorado movie theater reopens after health inspectors find dead mice, droppings
NFLPA calls for investigation into Eagles’ handling of Jalen Hurts’ health
The players union isn’t happy with the NFL’s defense of the Eagles regarding Jalen Hurts.
Talks on Montgomery health care authority care authority continue
A recently proposed health care authority was the topic of discussion at Tuesday night's city council meeting.
UC Davis Health introduces five-day accelerated treatment for severe depression
UC Davis Health has added an accelerated treatment approach for depression at its Advanced Psychiatric Therapeutics (APT) clinic in East Sacramento.
UAB opens Shelby Biosciences Research Building to advance health
UAB has opened the Shelby Biosciences Research Building, an eight-story facility named after former U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby, aimed at supporting health research and creating new jobs.
How a photo of a person’s face could help predict whether they’ll survive cancer treatment
A simple selfie could hold surprising clues to your overall health and longevity, especially among people with cancer.
Lamont praises UConn health purchase of Waterbury Hospital, Fazio says ‘Nothing was done about it’
WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — On the doorstep of Waterbury Hospital, Gov. Ned Lamont and a set of local political allies hailed UConn Health’s purchase of the Brass City’s largest healthcar…
Popular supplement combinations may carry unexpected risks, health expert warns
Clinical pharmacist Jim LaValle discusses why taking excessive amounts of vitamins and minerals can pose health risks, and how identifying nutritional deficiencies can help guide safer supplementation.
Twin County Regional Healthcare responding to increased volume of patients related to community incident Tuesday night
Twin County Regional Healthcare announced on its Facebook page Tuesday evening that it is currently responding to an increased volume of patients related to what it called a “community incident”.
Would subsidizing weight-loss drugs make health care fairer?
GLP-1 medicines such as Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro have transformed the treatment of obesity, but access to them in Australia increasingly depends on something much less medical: whether you can afford ...
UW Health announces $140 million expansion at East Madison Hospital will open on Nov. 2
UW Health announced the East Madison Hospital will open a $140 million expansion on Nov. 2.
Hospitals: Federal changes will worsen Minnesota healthcare crisis
Minnesota hospitals had a record high of over 2 million emergency department visits in 2024. That year, more than a quarter of hospitals lost money on operations. The Minnesota Hospital Association painted a bleak picture of Minnesota healthcare Tuesday in a new report titled “A Statewide Crisis of Care.” The hospitals are gearing up for […]
ILA Group hosts health event for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The ILA Group, one of Savannah’s largest employers, hosted a health care event for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Researchers warn of growing threats to sleep health across Europe
A new paper from the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Committee and the Early Career Network of the European Sleep Research Society warns that sleep health is becoming a growing public health challenge ...
Healthcare and Life Sciences Leaders Build on NVIDIA to Advance Drug Discovery and Expand Patient Care
NVIDIA today announced collaborations with leading global healthcare and research organizations to advance protein design — including through a newly released open model, RFD4-Proteina — accelerate drug discovery and bring greater precision to cancer care.
The SUEZ Foundation and the Institut Pasteur join forces to promote women's access to scientific careers
The Institut Pasteur and the SUEZ Foundation have announced a three-year partnership designed to inspire young women to pursue scientific careers, support female scientists in their professional development, and foster the emergence of a new generation of women in the fields of health and the environment.
Officials Work to Improve Boardman River Health
The Traverse City Downtown Development Authority (DDA) and City of TC are working on multiple fronts to improve the Lower Boardman River – including habitat and shoreline improvements, repairs to a deteriorating retaining wall, and public placemaking projects. However, one of the main challenges to the urban river’s health – its proximity to so many …
Bryce Young sets franchise record, champions mental health through Young 9 Foundation event
Florida health department issues water quality advisory for Palm Beach County parks
The Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County has issued a water quality advisory for several parks due to high levels of Enterococcus bacteria found in recent water tests.
Mental health support available for San Diego service members and their families
After USS Abraham Lincoln's return to San Diego, service members and families can access mental health resources through Veterans Village San Diego.
Three Valley healthcare organizations earn Newsweek honors
Three Valley healthcare organizations earned national workplace honors from Newsweek, including four awards for FHCN.
Woodside Health adds Phoenix-area medical office building to its portfolio
Healthcare real estate firm purchases Grand Professional Plaza in Surprise, Arizona
Commerce man says federal agents disregarded health conditions during arrest
For the first time, a Commerce man accused of illegally registering to vote is detailing his arrest and what he experienced during a 10-hour detention.
UW Health East Madison Hospital expands surgical capacity
MADISON, Wis. — UW Health East Madison Hospital is expanding its facilities to meet growing health care demand in Dane County.
How a walk in the woods can be good for mental health
Ever wonder why a walk through the woods can be such a mood booster? Research from the University of New Hampshire shows that it can be as simple as the sounds people experience in nature, people's awareness ...
Private contractors are set to cash in as millions of Americans lose health care
Implementing Trump’s "big, beautiful" Medicaid cuts will be a windfall for firms like Deloitte.
Google.org awards $36m to 17 AI science teams | ETIH EdTech News
ETIH edtech news covers Google.org's $36 million commitment to 17 AI for Science projects, including research at the University of Cambridge and MIT. The selected organizations will advance work across climate, clean energy and healthcare, with optional access to Google's six-month accelerator.
Weight loss in middle age can restore cardiovascular health, research suggests
UK study of 6,000 patients shows shedding 5% of body weight may help cut the risk of stroke and heart disease
Some Olathe retirees frustrated after health insurance premiums rise again for 2027
These concerns first surfaced last fall when retirees learned their city health insurance premium costs were going up by 500% to 900% for 2026.
New measles case confirmed in Wisconsin, health officials say
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) and Richland County Health and Human Services are working together to identity and directly notify people who may have been exposed to the virus after the case was confirmed on Tuesday.
A Woman’s Journey to Lifelong Bone Health
When should women really start worrying about bone density? If you think the answer is 65, you might want to reconsider. A Hackensack Meridian Health expert weighs in.
Health professionals prepare for 2026 flu season
Medical professionals say it’s not too late to stop the spread. For the past few weeks, local health organizations have hosted clinics urging people to get their flu shots.
What Trump’s Women’s Health Plan Promises
The administration's promises deserve a much closer look.
Orange County Public Schools rejects health insurance proposal
For the time being, Orange County school leaders have rejected a plan to end a dispute over teachers' health insurance.
30 residents of Massachusetts assisted living facility hospitalized in weeks after woman's death, health director says
Hopkinton's health director says 30 residents of Golden Pond Assisted Living Facility have been transported to the hospital in recent weeks as an investigation is ongoing at the facility.
Hundreds of Mainers lost their health insurance due to Medicaid eligibility changes
The federal government will no longer reimburse states for Medicaid coverage provided to lawful noncitizens
Healthcare on the trail in Arizona
The signature Republican reconciliation bill is playing a starring role in Arizona Democratic messaging two weeks out from the midterms.
14 Organizations Earn CHIME's Highest Digital Health Most Wired Designation for 2026
/PRNewswire/ -- The College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME), the leading professional organization for digital health leaders, today...
TTUHSC School of Nursing Expands Access to Maternal and Child Healthcare in Lubbock
The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) School of Nursing celebrated the opening of Grand Expectations Health Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house today.
Detroit Lions and Henry Ford Health surprise cancer patients with a tailgate celebration of their fight
On Tuesday, the Detroit Lions and Henry Ford Health brought the tailgate experience to cancer patients and their families at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit.
Study finds Americans prioritize taste, cost over health when choosing food
From fun to fear: How harsh coaching affects mental health for student athletes
Research shows 1 in 4 athletes face abusive coaching. Metro Detroit teens and psychologists share how harsh tactics affect mental health and performance.
Augusta gets $305K grant for firefighter mental health, cancer screening
The Augusta Fire Department has secured more than $305,000 to expand mental health support and launch advanced cancer screening for its firefighters.
Gov. Rhoden Supports Rural Health through New Hospital
News - Gov. Rhoden Supports Rural Health through New Hospital - Today, Governor Larry Rhoden supported rural health care by breaking ground on Freeman Regional Health Services' new hospital and clinic.
New org weighs AI's impact on mental health
Psychologists, lawyers, parents and advocacy groups have gathered for the first ever annual conference of AI and its impact on human psychology.
OCPS rejects compromise on teacher health insurance ahead of school board hearing
The local teachers union accepted the compromise recommendations made by a special magistrate late last week. Both sides will share their views about teacher health insurance costs and salaries at Wednesday’s hearing, scheduled to…
OCPS rejects compromise on teacher health insurance ahead of school board hearing
Orange County Public Schools rejected on Tuesday a compromise on health insurance costs meant to break a months-long contract dispute between the district and its teachers union, saying that a special...
Older breast cancer survivors fall through Medicare home health gap
Among the increasing number of women who survive breast cancer, many older, long-term survivors remain frail. A new study out today in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute shows that in a given ...
Aspirus highlights overlooked key to bone health for women
Aspirus Health is bringing attention to a common bone health mistake it wants women to avoid making.
Congenital measles cases are a growing concern in Pennsylvania, health officials warn
A new advisory to doctors lays out steps to prevent congenital measles, which can lead to newborn deaths.
A community health initiative in low-income areas may reduce hospital admission rates
In this longitudinal cross-sectional RCT, 30 low-income apartment buildings in Ontario received visits from the community paramedicine clinic, resulting in…
Hartford HealthCare doctor explains how a misdiagnosis happens
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Actress Christina Applegate says she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), which has put her “back at square one” after originally being diagnos…
Experts Reveal How MS Can Be Misdiagnosed Amid Christina Applegate’s Surprising Health Update
Christina Applegate is searching for answers after learning that she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) five years ago — and medical experts say several conditions can be mistaken for MS, m...
What does a healthy brain look like? Turns out it’s all relative.
Northeastern researchers explore how our closest ties affect brain health, and how understanding those bonds could change mental health care.
Alexander County Veterans Service Officer Cherry Kilby published in NC Medical Journal
Alexander County Veterans Service Officer Cherry Kilby has been recognized for her contributions to rural veterans’ health with the publication of her article, “The Quiet Crisis: A Call for Community-Embedded Solutions for Rural Veterans,” in the Fall 2026 issue of the North Carolina Medical Journal (NCMJ). The article appears in the journal’s special issue, “North […]
Alcohol-related deaths in New Mexico on the rise, new state health data shows
New data released Tuesday by the state health department shows a 2.6% rise in alcohol-related deaths in New Mexico between 2024 and 2025.
Oura adds two new cardiovascular health tracking features to its smart rings
Oura’s recent smart rings are getting better at tracking cardiovascular performance.
Hackensack Meridian Health signs definitive agreement to acquire Hunterdon Health, commits $230M
Hackensack Meridian Health has signed a definitive agreement to pick up Central New Jersey’s Hunterdon Health, a $230 million deal that would grow the state’s largest health system to 19 total hosp | The announcement did not outline a potential timeline for the merger, which would add a nineteenth hospital to New Jersey's largest health system.
Former sheriff accused of killing judge wins pause on second mental health evaluation
LETCHER COUNTY, Ky. (WJHL) — The former Letcher County sheriff accused of killing a judge in his chambers has managed to temporarily halt an order that would have required him to undergo a second m…
Cafeteria license at Advocate Illinois Masonic suspended after health inspection reveals cockroaches, black slime
The Chicago Department of Public Health has suspended the kitchen license at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Lakeview.
Louisiana receives $3 million in grants to support veterans’ mental health
Five Louisiana groups awarded ~$3M in VA Staff Sergeant Fox Grants for veterans' mental health peer support and outreach, including two in Northeast Louisiana. State also launching its first Veteran Business Outreach Center.
University of Lynchburg to host free pediatric health fair on Oct. 25
Families are invited to the University of Lynchburg’s Pediatric Health Fair on Sunday, Oct. 25, from noon to 4 p.m. at the University of Lynchburg Pavilion, which is located behind the Brewer and Rainsford townhouses.
BayMark Completes Out-of-Court Debt Restructuring
Lewisville, Texas-based BayMark Health Services announced Monday that it completed its new-money recapitalization and a debt-for-equity
Orange County Public Schools rejects salary and health insurance recommendations
OCPS said declining enrollment and what it described as insufficient state funding have put additional pressure on its budget
Kaiser Permanente Hawaiʻi invites Maui students to explore health care careers
Kaiser Permanente Hawaiʻi is helping inspire the next generation of health care professionals through its upcoming Career Exploration Day on Saturday, Nov. 14, in partnership with Maui Economic Development Board’s STEMworks program.
University of Maryland expands key reproductive health program
The school is using more than $16 million in state grant funds over five years to build on previous work that already trained more than 100 clinicians, students and other health professionals in abortion care.
WA leaders push back as federal health cuts threaten millions
Washington lawmakers warn that federal health cuts could cost hospitals billions and hike premiums, drawing debate ahead of the midterms.
Press Release: Protect Yourself and Your Community from COVID and Flu
Rowan County Public Health Encourages Residents to Protect Yourself and Your Community from Flu and COVID-19FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESalisbury, NC- Rowan County Public Health is encouraging simple st
Oregon to increase 2027 payments to care organizations for Health Plan members
Oregon health officials say that they expect the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid to approve the rise by the end of 2026.
J. Crew's website crashed, leaving an apparent AI backend message
The website of clothing retailer J.Crew crashed Monday, leaving shoppers with a puzzling message: "JCrew generative AI Backend is healthy."
18:83 Speaker Series: Dr. Jenkins and The Mischievous Greyhound
Dr. Marjorie Jenkins turned career story into tale about 'finding her pack' at UND and School of Medicine & Health Sciences.
NYC Health + Hospitals/Coler Appoints New Chief Nursing Officer
New York, NY – Today NYC Health + Hospitals announced the appointment of Verna Mitchell, BSN, RN as the new Chief Nursing Officer at NYC Health +
Birth centers are linked to better health outcomes, research shows, but 10 states have none
Birth centers are an option for those with low-risk pregnancies and are correlated with more positive health outcomes, but 10 states do not have any birth centers at all, and more could be built with certain state policy solutions and different models of care, a new report suggests.