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Tech That Cares: Edward Marx to Headline April 22 Health Care Summit
Standout roster of executives and experts will explore AI-driven transformation and the leadership demands of complex organizations
Advocates push Philadelphia officials to speed up construction on new health centers
Building the health centers could take until 2029 to complete, but residents say the Northeast needs to expand health care options much sooner.
Public Health Agency of Canada visits ECDC for enhanced collaboration and to strengthen global health security
The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) and its Director, Pamela Rendi-Wagner, welcomed the President of the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC), Nancy Hamzawi, to ECDC on Monday, 16 February 2026.
SGMC Health Expands Rehabilitation Services With New Valdosta Outpatient Clinic
SGMC Health is expanding access to high‑quality rehabilitation care with the opening of its new Outpatient Therapy Services clinic in Valdosta.
Wealth battles science in climate debate
Reader commentary: Climate change deniers can’t take the high ground on intellectual integrity.
Worcester names new health and human services commissioner
The new commissioner has over 25 years of public health experience and has held leadership roles at Rhode Island's Department of Health.
Arts, health and humanities converge at interdisciplinary symposium
Florida State University research is connecting the arts and humanities to health, healing and human connection, demonstrating how interdisciplinary
Ilia Malinin's mental health battle isn't surprising. Olympic superstars face increasing challenges
Sutter Health adds AI decision support to healthcare workflows
With an artificial intelligence-powered medical search and decision support platform, the health system's physicians can access the latest clinical evidence for use in patient care.
Generative AI Revolutionizes the Life Sciences Industry Accelerating Drug Discovery, Cutting Costs, and Enhancing Innovation
According to data published by Precedence Research, Generative AI is transforming the life science sector, driving innovation in drug discovery, clinical trials, and manufacturing, while reducing costs and improving efficiency. With investments in AI, companies are reshaping R&D and achieving faster, smarter, and more personalized healthcare solutions.Ottawa, Feb. 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As Generative AI moves beyond pilot projects to become a foundational tool in the life sciences, it acce
I Was Wrong About These 12 Foods. Their Secret Health Benefits Surprised Me
You don't have to spend extra money on pricey organic superfoods to eat healthy. In fact, these common foods are healthier than I thought.
Late for Work: Sports Illustrated Predicts Tyler Linderbaum's Future With Ravens
What would the Ravens have to give up to land A.J. Brown if he’s traded? A trade proposal has the Ravens acquiring Giants edge rusher. Zach Orr sends love to Baltimore after reportedly joining Mike Macdonald’s staff.
The Future of PAHPA and National Public Health Preparedness
Learn how the Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness Act impacts public health emergency readiness and proposed changes to this legislation.
Indian Health Service to phase out use of mercury dental fillings by 2027
Growing environmental and health concerns about mercury exposure prompted the change announced this month.
Urban Planners Explore The Science Of Walkable Cities
The urban environment's impact on mental health is increasingly the subject of scrutiny, with many urban planners urging cities adopt more pedestrian-centric design.
Waystar Recognized as Inc. Best in Business for AI
/PRNewswire/ -- Waystar (Nasdaq: WAY), a provider of leading healthcare payment software, today announced it has been named an Inc. Best in Business honoree....
Tens of thousands of Washingtonians could soon be in healthcare limbo
Tens of thousands of Washingtonians are at risk of losing their Mediciad coverage this year.
Wake County Public Health closed all week due to move
The center is moving from Sunnybrook Road to a new building around the corner.
Potomac River sewage spill prompts health warnings
Dr. Marc Siegel discusses severe health concerns near the Potomac River in Maryland after a burst pipe released over 240 million gallons of raw sewage.
Family business closes storefront in downtown Puyallup amid rising costs
The owners previously told The News Tribune that rising costs and decreasing foot traffic led to financial struggles.
Council leaders discussed private healthcare plans for HQ
Plans to turn Derbyshire County Council's headquarters into a hotel have been queried.
Love Sweet Iced Coffee? Thailand Wants You To Drink It With Less Sugar
By I. Edwards HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, Feb. 16, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Thailand is taking aim at sugary drinks as health officials warn that too much sugar is fueling rising rates of obesity and diabetes. Earlier this week, nine major coffee chains across the Southeast Asian country agreed to cut the default sugar content in ...
Michigan nurse goes without health insurance as ACA costs double for 2026
Affordable Care Act enrollment in Michigan fell by 34,000 people after federal subsidies expired.
Robert Brenner, MD, President and CEO, Valley Health System, Honored by NJBIZ for His Impact on Healthcare in New Jersey
Valley Health System congratulates Robert Brenner, MD, MMM, FACHE, President and Chief Executive Officer of Valley Health System, for his recognition on the 2026 NJBIZ Power 100 list.
One in three people carry this brain parasite but the body has a kill switch
A parasite that may already be hiding in your brain has a shocking survival trick: it can infect the very immune cells sent to destroy it. Yet most people never get sick, and new research from UVA Health reveals why. Scientists discovered that when Toxoplasma gondii invades CD8+ T cells — key defenders of the immune system — those cells can trigger a self-destruct mechanism powered by an enzyme called caspase-8. By sacrificing themselves, the infected cells also wipe out the parasite inside them.
$1.5 Million Gift to Rename Cone Health MedCenter for Women
The donation from Dr. Vanessa Haygood honors her mother and strengthens care for women in underserved communities.
8 Vegetables That Are High in Fiber
Vegetables can be a good source of fiber. You can meet your daily fiber needs with the help of veggies like peas, sweet potatoes, and Brussels sprouts.
How public health saved the CDC Injury Center
In a time of uncertainty, the public health campaign to save the CDC Injury Center offers important lessons — and hope.
Upcoming Low-Cost MacBook May Come in Yellow, Green, Blue, and Pink
Apple has tested a range of playful color options for its upcoming low-cost MacBook, going well beyond the muted tones available on its current laptop lineup, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Writing in his latest Power On newsletter, Gurman says the colors tested so far include light yellow, light green, blue, pink, classic silver, and dark gray, although he says it's unlikely all of them will ship.
After police shootings, Mamdani faces new pressure to overhaul NYC’s mental health crisis response
Two 911 calls for help ended with police at the door. Experts say dispatch rules and limited B-HEARD coverage leave few non-police options.
Country star calls off 2 more shows after health issue forced him to leave stage early
The country music star has had a rough couple years of health issues.
NI health: Burrows defends Nesbitt decision to halt puberty blockers trial
Northern Ireland's participation in the trial was reported last week in a review of Northern Ireland's gender identity services carried out by Dr Hilary Cass.
NYC Health Department staffer wished Israelis were wiped off Earth in...
Dem governor candidate Roys proposes 'KeldaCare' health care platform
Part of Democrat Kelda Roys' health care proposal includes Wisconsinite's to buy into the health plan for state employees
Hochul scrambles to save health program insuring 1.7M people in NY
Losing the Essential Plan after federal cuts would be a "freaking nightmare."
Pope: War is gravest attack possible against life and public health
Pope Leo XIV addresses participants in the Plenary Assembly of the Pontifical Academy for Life, and underlines the importance of promoting health in a ...
Idaho legislators face a choice between mental health programs that work or more reckless cuts
The Idaho Legislature can't claim to be concerned about prison overcrowding while cutting off the front-end systems that keep people out of it in the first place, write guest columnists Beth Markley and Donna Brundage.
Lee Health: Measles – Information you need to know
Measles is in the news in Southwest Florida, with cases being confirmed at Ave Maria University in Collier County.
She moved to France and her $36,000 asthma drug dropped to $3,000
High medical bills, safer systems, and better quality of life are driving a growing wave of health-motivated expats.
String Of ‘Devastating’ Suicides In Hawaiʻi Prisons Continues
Corrections officials are asking for millions of dollars this year to hire dozens of health care workers to improve mental health services inside.
Farm use of PFAS-laden sludge raises health concerns. But, some ask, where else can it go?
A resourceful solution to repurpose waste and nourish farmland, or a poisonous and permanent mistake? Depending on whom you ask, the practice of spreading treated sewage, or sludge, on New Hampshire farmland might be either.
Bipartisan bill aims to end health conflicts and bring down costs after years of complaints in Ohio
A bipartisan bill would prohibit health giants from providing services and paying for them. It would be the biggest antitrust law in decades.
Maternal and Newborn Health Services (RH) Annual Report 2025
Other in English on Yemen about Health; published on 16 Feb 2026 by Deem
Is It Time To Reassess Sabra Health Care REIT (SBRA) After Its Strong 1 Year Rally?
If you are wondering whether Sabra Health Care REIT is fairly priced or has room on the upside, starting with a clear look at value can help you frame that decision. With the share price at US$20.17 and returns of 5.7% over 7 days, 4.8% over 30 days, 5.3% year to date, 30.2% over 1 year, 95.5% over 3 years and 63.4% over 5 years, many investors may be reassessing the balance between potential reward and risk. Recent news around Sabra has focused on its position as a health care focused REIT,...
Google puts users at risk by downplaying health disclaimers under AI Overviews
Exclusive: Google fails to include safety warnings when users are first presented with AI-generated medical advice
Allegheny Co. Health Department reminding organizations to apply for fish fry permits
'An alarm bell': Los Alamos Visiting Nurse Service shutters amid turmoil for home health care
The closure should serve as a warning for the industry and policymakers, said the leader of a home and hospice care association.
NJ’s new health commissioner praised as ‘great leader for the time’
Raynard Washington has Ph.D. in epidemiology and master’s degree in public health
‘It’s the most urgent public health issue’: Dr Rangan Chatterjee on screen time, mental health – and banning social media until 18
The hit podcaster, author and former GP says a failure to regulate big tech is ‘failing a generation of children’. He explains why he quit the NHS and why he wants a ban on screen-based homework
Axis Health cuts three Durango staff members
Three staff members were laid off this week from Axis Health System’s Durango Integrated Healthcare clinic as part of a broader restructuring effort that eliminated a total of 13 positions across 11 c...
Studies show mental health services have risen significantly
Mental health services have risen by 57 percent in the last ten years, according to studies, as stigma around seeking treatment continues to decline.
Philadelphia health officials warn of possible measles exposure at PHL
Parkview: COVID-19 pandemic had created new molds, standards for healthcare
While people lives their lives mostly maskless today, some practices adapted to pandemic times have integrated within daily healthcare, and others pandemic-age practices are lying in wait for the p…
Scientists sound alarm over 'silent pandemic' that could kill more people than cancer by 2050: 'No one is speaking about it'
"Future mortality will depend on how health systems, policymakers, and societies address the risks now."
Person with measles passed through Philadelphia International Airport, health officials say
Mental health drives early discharges in S. Korea military
Proportion of S. Korean conscripts deemed eligible for active duty has risen, but thousands of service members continue to leave the military early
Health officials warn of measles exposure at PHL Airport last week
A person with measles traveled through PHL Airport this past Thursday, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health announced on Sunday.
Health regulators to review safety of processed ingredients, RFK Jr. says
The Food and Drug Administration will consider a petition to revoke The safety status of dozens of processed refined carbohydrates unless food companies can prove they are safe.
US health regulators to consider safety status of processed ingredients, RFK Jr. says
The Food and Drug Administration will consider a petition to revoke the safety status of dozens of processed refined carbohydrates unless food companies can prove they are safe and not contributing to health issues and obesity, U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said in remarks that aired on Sunday.
US Health Regulators to Consider Safety Status of Processed Ingredients, RFK Jr. Says
By Michelle Conlin NEW YORK, Feb 15 (Reuters) - The Food and Drug Administration will consider a petition to revoke the safety status of dozens of processed refined carbohydrates unless food companies can prove they are safe and not contributing to health issues and obesity, U.S. Health and ...
Smartwatch blood pressure feature should not replace screenings, U. Health study says
The FDA last year approved the Apple Watch's hypertension notifications feature, but a study from University of Utah Health suggests people should still receive regular screenings.
Lincoln County Health Department issues Blastomycosis alert
The Lincoln County Health Department issued a health alert warning residents of an increased risk of Blastomycosis in the area.
Aurora woman shares heart health journey
February is American Heart Month, a time to raise awareness about cardiovascular health. FOX31 sat down with a local woman sharing her journey with decades of obstacles with her heart.
Kennedy Promises Action, Though Not Regulation, on Ultraprocessed Foods
The health secretary said the Food and Drug Administration would “act on” a request from a former F.D.A. commissioner to close a loophole on food safety.
A Little Grime Can Boost Kids’ Health. But What Kind? | Science Friday
You may have heard that a little dirt is good for kids. It helps them build up their immune systems, and sets them on a path to future health. But what kind of filth does the trick? P...
Burden of disease modelling should be grounded in local knowledge
Nature Health - Disease modelling for low-income settings often lacks reliable data, which leads to modelled outputs that contrast with empirical data and local knowledge
A scoping review of silent trials for medical artificial intelligence
Nature Health - This scoping review examines previous experience in performing silent evaluations of clinical AI applications, collecting evidence from 75 studies on implementation features and the...
Ancient fingerprint found on 2,400-year-old Danish war boat
More than a century after its discovery, Scandinavia’s oldest plank boat is finally giving up new secrets. By analyzing ancient caulking and cords from the Hjortspring boat, researchers uncovered traces of pine pitch and animal fat — materials that likely came from pine-rich regions east of Denmark along the Baltic Sea. This suggests the vessel, used by a band of Iron Age warriors who attacked the island of Als over 2,000 years ago, may have sailed across open waters on a long, carefully planned mission.
Accelerating AI innovation in healthcare: real-world clinical research applications on the Mayo Clinic Platform
npj Health Systems - Accelerating AI innovation in healthcare: real-world clinical research applications on the Mayo Clinic Platform
Fort Worth real estate group’s mental health nonprofit rebrands to stand on its own
M2G’s new Soar initiative wants to extend its support to a partner nonprofit that helps those struggling with grief and trauma.
Building Your Heart Health: Questions and Answers About Cardiac Rehab
If you’ve had a heart attack or other serious heart event, there’s something that could cut your cardiovascular risk by nearly half, says Raquel Nodarse-Lara, RN, at Baptist Health Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute.
Anchorage’s growing mobile health programs take pressure off first responders
The fire department has relaunched a pilot program to bring care in-home to frequent callers.
Shopify Swanson Health Partnership Highlights Expanding AI Commerce And B2B Role
Swanson Health has completed a rapid migration to Shopify, using its AI tools and subscription infrastructure to support a broad digital overhaul. The project highlights Shopify’s expanding role in B2B commerce, with a focus on AI-driven personalization and modern subscription management. This customer case offers a concrete view of how Shopify’s technology is being applied by enterprise brands beyond headline AI and earnings updates. Shopify (NasdaqGS:SHOP), trading at around $112.7, has...
Indian Health Service to phase out use of dental fillings containing mercury by 2027
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — The federal agency that provides health care to Native Americans and Alaska Natives has announced it will phase out the use of dental fillings containing mercury.
Baby food recalled for ‘possible health risk’ in dozens of states, including Ohio
Some baby food products that were distributed across the country are being recalled for a potential health risk, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced.
California mental health advocate killed by her husband, officials say
A mental health advocate was killed by her husband in an apparent murder-suicide.
Speed's 25 lead Loyola Maryland over Holy Cross 83-73
BALTIMORE (AP) Braeden Speed's 25 points helped Loyola (MD) defeat Holy Cross 83-73 on Sunday.
Here and Now: Mount Sinai, Real Dads Network partner to improve heart health of Black men
As we mark American Heart Health Month, we're taking a closer look at health disparities in the Black community. Today, we're putting a spotlight on often undiagnosed heart conditions in Black men.
Ravens Potential 2026 Free Agent Targets: Interior Offensive Line
With the 2025 NFL season now officially concluded, the offseason picture will soon begin to take shape. The first and biggest upcoming period on the docket is free agency, which is only a few weeks away. For the Baltimore Ravens, this free agency cycle will be a significant one. Coming off a disappointing non-playoff season, […]
How does Fort Worth help curtail health care costs? Panel to explore solutions
Fort Worth Report’s Candid Conversation event will bring health care system leaders to discuss local solutions on Feb. 18.
A year of upheaval: RFK Jr. in Trump's Cabinet
The health secretary turned his agencies toward skepticism of processed food and vaccines, but he’s faced pushback at every turn — including from Republicans.
Indian Health Service to phase out use of dental fillings containing mercury by 2027
The federal agency that provides health care to Native Americans will no longer treat tooth decay with dental fillings containing mercury.
Trump team offers its answer to rising premium costs: catastrophic coverage
The changes come as affordability is a key concern for many Americans, some of whom are struggling to pay their ACA premiums.
Health group calls on RFK Jr. to resign after cocaine admission
The Health and Human Services secretary said he snorted “cocaine off toilet seats.”
"Therapy Thursdays" works to make mental health approachable for BIPOC communities
LA County to close 7 public health clinics due to funding cuts
Los Angeles County Public Health will close seven of its clinics next week after the department said it was hit with more than $50 million in federal, state and local funding cuts.
Palantir Gets Millions of Dollars From New York City’s Public Hospitals
Activist are urging New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation to cut ties with the ICE contractor.
What tip Heart Health Month often leaves out and how food can help
Support your heart health with realistic, food-first habits during Heart Health Month. A cardiologist explains why daily diet choices matter in 2026.
How much of families' paychecks go toward healthcare costs? It depends on the state.
Families earning the median household income chuck 10% or more of their paychecks toward employer-sponsored health coverage in 19 states, a new analysis found.
Pennsylvania’s workers see more of their paychecks go toward health insurance
Some Pennsylvania workers spend about one in every $10 on employer-sponsored health insurance, according to The Commonwealth Fund.
America can avoid a public health crisis by saving this one alert system
U.S. policymakers use a secret weapon to uncover widespread threats to public health. This tool enabled them to discover that Americans had high blood lead levels from leaded gasoline. It warned th…
Microsoft Discloses DNS-Based ClickFix Attack Using Nslookup for Malware Staging
Microsoft details a new ClickFix variant abusing DNS nslookup commands to stage malware, enabling stealthy payload delivery and RAT deployment.
Natrona County health and food inspections (2/6/26–2/12/26)
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper-Natrona County Health Department inspects restaurants, grocery stores, convenience stores, mobile food units, commissaries and
'Plain scary' is paying for health insurance for some WA businesses
High premiums, wild volatility, weak coverage: Small businesses in Washington struggle to afford health insurance for employees.
'Plain scary' is paying for health insurance for some WA businesses
High premiums, wild volatility, weak coverage: Small businesses in Washington struggle to afford health insurance for employees.
Sweeping Oregon health bill aims to fix everything from mushroom therapy to big hospital bills
Framed as a cleanup measure, the sweeping bill stitches together targeted fixes to everyday health care breakdowns.
California’s billionaires pour cash into elections as big tech seeks new allies
As Gavin Newsom departs, ultra-wealthy flex wealth and influence to fight regulation and keep the boom going
UNM lecture to explore health risks of microplastics and environmental toxicants
The University of New Mexico Department of Physics, Astronomy and Interdisciplinary Science hosts the next Science & Society Distinguished Public Talk on Wednesday, Feb. 19, featuring researcher Eliane El Hayek.
UNM lecture to explore health risks of microplastics and environmental toxicants
The University of New Mexico Department of Physics, Astronomy and Interdisciplinary Science hosts the next Science & Society Distinguished Public Talk on Wednesday, Feb. 19, featuring researcher Eliane El Hayek.