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Joyce Spencer: Community news for Friday, Sept. 4
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Southcoast Health antibiotic stewardship program earns recognition
Southcoast Health earns a national designation for its efforts to ensure safe and effective antibiotic use.
Water damage at Nehalem Bay Health Center and Pharmacy fully repaired
The failure of a plumbing connection at the Nehalem Bay Health Center & Pharmacy (NBHCP) on May 12, 2026. resulted in considerable damage to flooring, dry wall and some equipment,
Scientists studying cockroach milk and nose-blowing win Ig Nobel prizes for quirky science
Ten research teams were honored Thursday at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns.
Career and mental health services are readily available for all UW students to use
The University of Wisconsin offers several resources through segregated fees paid in students’ tuition, such as career services, advising, University Health Services mental health services and more, according to UW segregated fees. Career services at University of Wisconsin are extensive and opportunistic, with many career tools and resources available, according to Assistant Director for Career...
South Grad Partners with Full-Time Facility Dog on Her First Job
At USA Health Children's & Women's Hospital, recreational therapy looks a little different for recent graduate Emma Bryson, thanks to a full-time canine colleague named Rainier.
Psilocybin may protect against a common, debilitating side effect of chemotherapy, early study finds
A psychedelic best known for its effects on the brain may also protect peripheral nerves from chemotherapy damage, early research suggests.
Guidelines needed as AI embraced by mental health practices
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools are overwhelmingly being used in mental health practices to support administrative tasks, but University of Queensland researchers have found they potentially lack privacy, ...
10 Labor Day weekend things to do in the Seattle area
From flying stunt dogs at the Washington State Fair to the last hike before summer ends, here are the latest local things to do around the Seattle area.
10 new paperbacks to pick up this month
From a nonfiction book by Emily Wilson to titles praised by Barack Obama and Conan O'Brien, there's much to read this September.
University Counseling Center partners with Mantra Health to expand virtual mental health support
For the first time, students residing outside Utah can access virtual therapy at no cost through the university.
A Grand Theft Auto marketing deal with Miami-Dade has a real-life foe: the sheriff
The mayor thinks a GTA deal could be a way to generate some money for Miami-Dade. Sheriff Cordero-Stutz: Not worth it.
Virtual therapy becomes a lifeline for patients
For patients facing grief, anxiety or other challenges, getting help doesn't have to be hard. Logging in for virtual care can be a lifeline.
Nuclear medicine physician-scientist Dr. Amir Iravani joins UCLA Health to lead Theranostics Program
Iravani will help advance the integration of theranostics into cancer care, expand clinical trials and research opportunities and develop new collaborations.
John Gillispie: Sheep characters unravel a mystery
Movies & More reviewer John Gillispie shares his thoughts on “The Sheep Detectives,” which is rated PG and available on DVD.
The Human Body May Age in Two Major Bursts, And a New Study Reveals What Drives Them
With most organs following the ovary's cues.
Street Fighter Masters: Cammy vs Chun Li incoming from UDON Entertainment
UDON Entertainment has announced that Street Fighter’s two leading ladies will come to blows this October in the one-shot comic Street Fighter Masters: Cammy vs Chun Li. Written by Sherard Jacks…
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Ross Gallabrese Faire May brought the sound of folk music to the lounge area at this month’s Wednesdays in Wintersville. Wednesday’s edition brought the monthly street festival to a close. It carried a fall festival theme and featured a display of pumpkins f all sizes and shapes. several food trucks were part of the evening, […]
State health department investigating potential food poisoning cases at UND
The cases may be linked to Wilkerson Dining Center from Aug. 22-24.
Shane Strum appointed permanent CEO of Memorial Healthcare System in Broward
Under Strum, Broward Health and Memorial are aggressively expanding into areas where residents don’t have nearby access to care.
Florida Democrats call for attorney general’s impeachment over Hope Florida
Democrats have little power in Tallahassee.
It’s official: Cuba finally authorizes Cubans living abroad to own private businesses
The new legal framework published in the Official Gazette is the deepest overhaul of the island’s private sector since small and medium enterprises were legalized in 2021.
The science behind an ambitious cancer strategy
Advances in therapeutic approaches, combinations and the use of technology are fundamentally changing the way we think about cancer care.
Everything to know about college football TV: Changes, plan for UM, new voices
What to know about college football on television this year. A full primer.
UConn Health Minute: Precision Radiation
Advanced technology is transforming radiation therapy by making treatments more precise and personalized. In this UConn Health Minute, experts explain how a ...
September's first wave of Xbox Game Pass games revealed, and it brings RuneScape to console for the first time
A slow start to September for Xbox Game Pass, although it heralds the arrival of a RuneScape game on console for the first time ever. The first wave of gam
DeSantis throws support behind Donalds after contentious Republican primary
DeSantis made sure an event billed as a Florida GOP unity gathering was a celebration of his time as governor.
Brenda Lucas: Community news for Wednesday, Sept. 2
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The Future of Lymphoma Care Is Moving Forward With Science | Targeted Oncology - Immunotherapy, Biomarkers, and Cancer Pathways
Family Business Symposium to Be Held
The University of Mississippi Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship’s 5th Annual “It’s All Relative” Family Business Symposium is scheduled for Sept. 15-16, 2026 at the Sheraton Flowood Refuge Hotel & Conference Center in Flowood, MS. As a part of the UM CIE Legacy Leadership Program, the “It’s All Relative” Family Business Symposium is an open […]
The time for talking about healthcare costs has long passed
The medical claim 'death spiral' is out of control. Lip service won't fix it.
Broward’s Memorial Healthcare System board to vote on CEO position this week
During his tenure, interim CEO Shane Strum has pushed for Broward Health and Memorial to work together.
Study Identifies Potential Therapeutic Target Protein that Drives Metabolic Liver Disease Independent of Diet
The protein appears to cause liver damage by triggering an out-of-place antiviral immune response. Blocking this pathway can protect against liver injury in human cells and mouse models, even on a high-fat diet—paving the way for therapies to prevent liver damage.
Keenova Marks the 2nd Annual National Hand Health Month with New Dupuytren's Contracture Mixed Reality Experience and Awareness Initiatives
/PRNewswire/ -- Keenova Therapeutics plc today announced plans for the 2nd Annual National Hand Health Month (HHM), a nationwide U.S. observance held each...
Brinkley, Guttenberg revel in retro joy of ‘American Summer’
Sweetly nostalgic as it looks back at one teenager’s “best summer ever,” “American Summer” is also a nod to the friendships and romances that unfold as adulthood beckons.
Theranostic pair shows promise for diagnosing and treating kidney cancer
The paired agents 68Ga and 177Lu-NYM096 target carbonic anhydrase IX (CAIX), an enzyme that is highly expressed in ccRCC.
Jennifer Aniston’s boyfriend Jim Curtis reveals how the couple resolves fights in the ‘honeymoon phase’ stage
Jennifer Aniston’s boyfriend, hypnotherapist Jim Curtis, is revealing how the couple resolves conflicts while navigating the ‘honeymoon phase’ of their relationship.
Movies to watch in Seattle indie theaters in September 2026
At Seattle's independent cinemas, fall offerings include some Shakespeare-themed rom-coms, a Hitchcock classic and a dash of French New Wave.
‘Adolescent Salvation’
Enduring the 90 minutes of the Chicago debut of Tim Venable's “Adolescent Salvation” at Theater Wit reminded me how nice it is not to be a teenager, especially in this
Noah Kahan’s heartwarming Seattle concert turns tears to elation
The small-town troubadour is an unlikely stadium filler, but his distinctly American songs sounded right at home in a sold-out T-Mobile Park.
Model Helps Scientists Build Better Protein-Degrading Therapies
A team of Weill Cornell Medicine investigators has developed a computer model that will help scientists more efficiently develop protein-destroying therapies, a newer type of treatment that is particularly promising for cancer.
This new North Jersey vet has unlimited visits for a monthly fee
Snoots in Clifton has unlimited visits for dog and cat care. Family Care Physical Therapy opened in Butler. PayMore Electronics is in West Orange.
What to Stream: 'Mandalorian & Grogu,' Alix Earle reality series, Ellie Goulding's 'I Know Too Much'
New streaming entertainment options are arriving this week, including “The Mandalorian & Grogu” streaming on Disney+ starting Wednesday. The film, directed by Jon Favreau, follows Din Djarin and Grogu on
The Cuban sculptor behind a new monument in Miami Springs of city’s founder
He represents “the American Dream,” she said.
Donalds dismisses Jolly’s call for new Hope Florida investigation as ‘politics’
Byron Donalds, the Republican nominee for governor deflected questions about opening a new investigation into Hope Florida
Melinda French Gates, Olivia Rodrigo raise $20M from Daisy Chain Fields
Melinda French Gates is matching a $10 million donation after the success of Daisy Chain Fields, a benefit music festival held in Irvine, Calif., on Saturday.
Business Briefcase: Community Day to feature pierogies, train rides, music
MAHANOY CITY — A highlight of the annual Mahanoy City Community Day celebration set for Sept. 12 will be a pierogie-eating contest beginning at noon. Community Day, sponsored by the Mahanoy Area Chamber of Commerce, will seek to discover w…
‘Part of the Tri-Cities.’ 99-year-old business icon still runs her own shop
Alice Bennett runs the rental business she started in 1955.
York County tax deals spark fierce debate. What will officials do to fix it?
Public officials need a route forward with business incentives, discussing options from going after massive projects to nixing tax breaks.
I’m a mental health expert. Here’s how I would search for an online therapist.
Online treatment can be just as effective as traditional in-person visits, but certain strategies can help ensure the best outcome.
Pols & Politics: Healey’s ratings slump again in latest poll, still favored for reelection
A trend of unsatisfactory approval ratings continues for Gov. Maura Healey in a poll released just days before the September primary, as former Boston Police Commissioners are honored in Quincy.
Lifestyle Medicine and the Science of Cholesterol Reduction: A Systematic Review of Non-medication Approaches Among Adults
Dyslipidemia is a major modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease and remains highly prevalent despite advances in lipid-lowering therapy. Lifestyle medicine has emerged as a comprehensi...
Bionic Bloom Integrated Health Welcomes Kathryn Silver, MA, RMHCI as New Art Therapy Provider
Experienced art therapist expands access to creative, trauma-informed care for adults, adolescents and familiesTAMPA, FL / ACCESS Newswire / August 29, 2026 / Bloom Integrated Health, home to and the Neurodivergent Empowerment Institute (NEI), today announced that St. Silver, MA, RMHCI has joined its team as a new therapy provider.
Therapy Has a Relationship Problem
When therapy mistakes relational distress for dysfunction, it leaves people with fewer meaningful connections and worse mental health, writes David H. Rosmarin.
Boston Mayor Wu-aligned Super PAC spent $84K on challengers to senators she opposes
A Super PAC with ties to Wu has spent $84K+ supporting candidates challenging Nick Collins and William Brownsberger, two state senators she’s trying to knock off in Tuesday’s primary election.
Venezuela Politics
FILE - Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodríguez speaks during a press conference in Caracas, Venezuela, on July 2, 2026. (AP Photo/Pedro Mattey, File)
As Maine reports more cyclosporiasis cases, health officials say outbreak may be slowing
The Maine CDC is reporting 49 cases of the illness, with 15 of those linked to the national outbreak.
Should You Use AI for Mental Health? | WSJ Wellness for Aug. 28
A producer for our new audio series, ‘The AI Therapist,’ shares what to know about the rise of mental-health AI services. Plus, boomers are smoking more pot and vacation can improve your health.
‘So much fringe science’: RFK Jr’s advisers are pushing an extreme makeover in autism research
Experts warn the 336-page plan from RFK Jr’s advisers deflects federal dollars into unreliable alternative therapies
Health Rounds: Younger lung cancer patients more easily matched to targeted therapies
We also report on an analysis that confirms the importance of taking your blood pressure meds on schedule.
Former MassGOP Chair, political pundit sues Shortsleeve campaign on eve of primary
The former Chair of the MassGOP and current conservative political pundit is suing GOP gubernatorial candidate Brian Shortsleeve’s campaign for allegedly secretly recording her without consent.
Hope Florida report leaked weeks before voting starts. Will it change the election?
Millions of Florida voters will receive mail ballots in about a month.
Seattle Black Nerd Festival offers place where ‘nerding out is fun’
Seattle Black Nerd Festival, happening Aug. 28-30, is where folks can connect over their shared love of cosplay, comics, anime, gaming, music, movies and more.
17 things to do around the Seattle area this weekend
From dining at juicy burger joints to cosplaying at the Seattle Black Nerd Festival, here are the latest local things to do around the Seattle area.
Karol G’s empowering Seattle concert brings Latin music to Lumen Field
Karol G performed at Lumen Field Wednesday, in what may be Seattle's hottest Latin music event of the summer.
A Study of Brain Proteins Offers New Targets to Treat Autism
Researchers hope their findings could help inform future therapies for people with severe autism.
An NYU Drama Therapy Professor Celebrates Surge in Arts-and-Health Research with a Major Publication—and Performance by Jon Batiste
The renowned musician joins professor and advocate Nisha Sajnani’s September conference, timed for the United Nations Healing Arts Week and a new medical journal series
‘No recollection’: Hope Florida grand jury hit ‘wall of silence’ in Tallahassee
High-level DeSantis administration officials told the grand jury could not remember details of key conversations about the “misappropriated” taxpayer funds.
Phone-free Seattle events invite people to unplug, connect in person
Check your phone at the bar for a $1 beer, or gather for phoneless crafting or vinyl listening at these phone-free events around Seattle.
‘Married at First Sight’ cast to join Seattle reunion watch parties
Fans of Peacock’s “Married at First Sight,” which filmed Season 20 in Seattle, can watch the drama unfold with cast members present at two reunion watch parties this weekend.
60 years ago, the Beatles played twice at Seattle Coliseum
Fans of the Beatles didn't know it at the time, but a 1966 tour stop would be the group's last in Seattle. Here's what the shows were like, and how
Breaking down the findings from the Hope Florida grand jury report
The grand jury said it could “plainly see that taxpayer money was misused for political purposes,” the report said.
Different State Regulatory Approaches Reflect Open Questions About AI Mental Health Tools
States are taking different regulatory approaches to AI mental health tools in response to concerns about chatbots providing inaccurate or potentially dangerous advice. Laws and pending legislation in some states restrict AI from providing or advertising itself as therapy, while others focus on data protections, disclosures, and patient consent requirements.
Photos show Yayoi Kusama and artwork featuring her signature polka dots
Renowned contemporary artist Yayoi Kusama has died at age 97 in a Tokyo hospital. Kusama's work was shown in museums around the world. Repetitive motifs in various shapes were her
The Herald's weekly entertainment picks
Looking to be entertained from Thursday, Aug. 27, through Wednesday, Sept. 2? Check out the Skagit Valley Herald’s weekly recommendations.
Caregiver Mental Health Tied to Mental and Behavioral Health in Youth With Cystic Fibrosis
Clinically significant mental and behavioral health symptoms remain common among youth with cystic fibrosis and their caregivers despite highly effective modulator therapy, a study finds.
FDA approves once-daily pill for deadly cancer after patients' survival rates nearly double
Revolution Medicines' Rasonque targets the RAS protein driving 95% of pancreatic adenocarcinoma cases, offering a critical option after chemotherapy fails.
Round out your summer reading with these 4 thrillers and mysteries
In these four darkly funny and deeply unsettling novels, obsession loosens buried secrets and accountability rarely lands where it should.
J. Cole grounded and commanding in sold-out Seattle show
The North Carolina hip-hop great released what has been teased as his final album earlier this year.
Dolly Parton to be celebrated at Seattle community vigil
A community vigil is planned for Friday on Capitol Hill to celebrate the life of Dolly Parton, who died Tuesday.
Death Cab for Cutie singer Ben Gibbard on Bumbershoot, new album
The Seattle indie rock giants have an extensive history with the city's flagship music festival.
Sword Health to acquire Headspace in all-cash deal
Virtual physical therapy platform Sword Health is planning to acquire digital mental health company Headspace in an all-cash deal, according to a regulatory filing from the latter. | The virtual physical therapy and mental health platforms are targeting a September close, per a regulatory filing. A price tag was not disclosed, but is being reported to land between $200 million and $300 million.
Rupert Grint will become Ron Weasley again
Rupert Grint, known as Ron Weasley from the “Harry Potter” movies, will reprise his role on Broadway in “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.” He will perform at the Lyric
What to stream in September 2026: ‘Monster,’ ‘American Hostage,’ ‘Brothers’
Here's what's coming to Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, HBO Max, Prime Video, Peacock, Paramount+ and other streaming services in September.
Release of Marine veteran from Russian custody turns focus to other detainees with health concerns
WASHINGTON (AP) — Robert Gilman’s release from Russian custody this month heralded a long-awaited homecoming for the Marine veteran after more than four years behind bars.
Dolly Parton built a better world, with rhinestones and songs
Dolly Parton was a beloved icon whose influence spans music, film and philanthropy. Parton, who died Tuesday, was known for her rhinestone-studded style and quick wit, as she captivated fans
Release of Marine Veteran From Russian Custody Turns Focus to Other Detainees With Health Concerns
WASHINGTON (AP) — Robert Gilman’s release from Russian custody this month heralded a long-awaited homecoming for the Marine veteran after more than four years behind bars. But as Harold Jezler followed the media coverage from the United States, he couldn’t help but notice Gilman’s gaunt and sickly ...
Menopausal Hormone Therapy Could Cut Costs While Adding Healthy Years
An analysis finds that menopausal hormone therapy could save thousands of dollars per patient while improving quality of life and reducing cardiovascular disease and deaths.
‘The Dog Stars’ review: Ridley Scott’s postapocalyptic drama falls short
"The Dog Stars," starring Jacob Elordi, Josh Brolin and Margaret Qualley, is a modest movie limited in scope, writes our reviewer.
Breakthrough Israeli cancer study finds mutations break DNA when it doesn’t bend
Weizmann Institute of Science and Rowan University researchers show that repair enzymes fail to fix gene structures of certain shapes, in discovery that may lead to new therapies
Can nonverbal people accurately communicate through technology? Here’s what the science says
Nonverbal communication methods like Rapid Prompting Method are receiving renewed scrutiny in the news. Here's how to tell the story.
Flush with campaign cash, Uthmeier gets a boost from GOP attorneys general group
The Republican Attorneys General Association is pumping six-figures into the campaign
Thyroid medication recalled nationwide after tablets found to be 'superpotent': FDA
Vitruvias Therapeutics is recalling one lot of Thyroid Tablets, USP 30 mg, distributed nationwide after testing found the medication could be more potent than intended
In business for 94 years, Wigon Office Supplies gives stock to teachers before closing
The stalwart of Portland's Old Port is holding a back-to-school giveaway as its 106-year-old owner prepares to shutter the shop this fall.
Veterans’ fundraiser draws Bruce Springsteen, Hasan Minhaj and Jon Stewart
Stand Up for Heroes will celebrate its 20th anniversary this fall in New York City with a performance by Bruce Springsteen and jokes by Hasan Minhaj and Jon Stewart. The
Pharmacy industry changes prompt closures of two longtime Yakima Valley businesses
Two pharmacies with longtime roots in the Yakima Valley will close in the next few weeks, part of a trend their owner attributes to third-party prescription management companies and more
‘Train to Busan’ director back with more zombies in ‘Colony’
“Colony” is a horrifying look at a bio-terrorist attack where a mad scientist unleashes his poison in a high rise with a shopping mall.