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A community-codesigned LLM-powered chatbot for primary care: a randomized controlled trial
Nature Health - A multimedia e-learning chatbot codesigned with community stakeholders increased health awareness in a randomized trial of 2,113 participants in urban and rural areas across 11...
Artificial intelligence for public health can harness data for healthier populations
Nature Health - By focusing on large-scale data analysis and population-wide interventions, artificial intelligence in public health offers new strategic approaches to disease surveillance, health...
The role of the lymphatic system in musculoskeletal system health and disease: research progress and future directions
Bone Research - The role of the lymphatic system in musculoskeletal system health and disease: research progress and future directions
Decades of suffering: Long-term mental health outcomes of Kurdish chemical gas attacks
Dr. Ibrahim Mohammed is a clinical psychologist and researcher specializing in trauma, somatic symptoms, and psychopathology in conflict-affected populations. He has worked for over a decade with survivors of massacres in the Kurdistan Region, integrating clinical practice with research. He is also a lecturer at the Institute of Psychotherapy and Psychotraumatology at the University of Duhok. His current research focuses on validating psychological instruments for Kurdish communities and exploring genetic and phenomic factors related to trauma-related disorders. In a new study in Frontiers in Psychiatry, he and colleagues showed exceptionally high levels of trauma among survivors of a notorious atrocity: the 1988 chemical attack on Halabja in Kurdistan. In this editorial, he summarizes their findings.
Rams’ $10 million receiver is a healthy playoff scratch
Rams paid $10 million for Tutu Atwell to make one important catch all season long
I talked to many health CEOs out West and see big things for drug stocks
Health care is going to resume its rightful place in big-time managers' portfolios.
3 Health Lessons Hidden In JPMorgan’s Billionaires Report
JPMorgan’s latest Principal Discussions report reveals capital management lessons with direct relevance to leaders’ health and long-term executive performance.
Atlanta Hopes Injury-Riddled Pitching Staff Returns To Health
A healthy pitching staff should boost the Atlanta Braves back into contention.
Frederick County installs new health vending machine, featuring naloxone, fentanyl test strips
Frederick County’s health department will be installing a new health vending machine at the city’s Department of Housing and Services location and other locations.
OBSERVER CORPS: Marblehead LWV reports on Board of Health meeting
BOARD OF HEALTH – 1-13-26Hybrid Meeting, RecordedLWVM Observer: Tom KruegerMembers in Attendance: Andrew Petty, Tom McMahon, Tom Massaro,Amanda RitvoChair’s reportExpanded BOH -Dr. Massaro opened the meeting by saying he hadreceived a letter from state representative, Jenny Armeni, that the MAhouse had signed a bill on 12/15 and the MA senate on 12/18 permittingthe BOH to
Stuart Altman, former Brandeis president and economic adviser to US presidents, dies at 88
In various capacities, Stuart Altman was an adviser in the administrations of five presidents: Lyndon Johnson, Richard Nixon, Bill Clinton, Barack Obama, and Joe Biden.
What is ‘metabolic health,’ and why does it matter?
The definition is tricky, but the effects of poor metabolic health are clear — and can wreak havoc on the body.
Viruses that evolved on the space station and were sent back to Earth were more effective at killing bacteria
Near-weightless conditions can mutate genes and alter the physical structures of bacteria and phages, disrupting their normal interactions in ways that could help us treat drug-resistant infections.
Texas Health community assessment finds transportation, connectedness as areas of need
Texas Health Resources’ new community health needs assessment highlighted isolation and lack of transportation as North Texans’ main health-related
View from the Top: Ben Saltzman, CEO, ACT Entertainment
By Clive Young. Ben Saltzman, CEO, ACT Entertainment, shares how his experience in Broadway theatrical sound informs how he leads his company into the future.
Health Watch: New data shows increase cancer survival rates, impact on grief over dead pets
Mexican Marvel: how an international business got a much-needed health boost with flexible, scalable fulfillment
A leading wellness company transitioned from an outdated, underperforming supply chain to a professional, future-ready, digital logistics solution cutting logistics costs by 30%.
Jesse Love provides health update after Chili Bowl-ending crash
Love said "my body is gonna recover" after a nasty flip during the Friday night heat races
Confirmed measles case on Clemson University's main campus amidst outbreak in South Carolina
In a press release published Saturday, Clemson officials were informed by the South Carolina Department of Public Health that an individual affiliated with the university was confirmed to have measles.
Patriots, Texans Defenders Both Fined Before Divisional Round Matchup
The New England Patriots and Houston Texans had some administrative situations to deal with before their divisional round matchup on Sunday at Gillette Stadium. Patriots linebacker Christian Elliss was fined $17,389 for a facemask penalty in the second quarter of last Sunday’s wild-card win over the Los Angeles Chargers, as shared by ESPN’s Mike Reiss. […]
Detained Iranian protester in good physical health after execution fears, family and rights group say
Detained Iranian protester Erfan Soltani, whose execution did not take place on Wednesday as some had feared, is in good physical health and has been able to meet with his family, according to a family member and a human rights group.
New report ranks US health by state. Here’s how Oregon compares
Oregon ranked 19th in the United Health Foundation’s America’s Health Rankings 2025 Annual Report, with high school completion, low uninsured rate, and high voter participation as stren…
Moxie Marlinspike has a privacy-conscious alternative to ChatGPT
Confer is designed to look and feel like ChatGPT or Claude, but your conversations can't be used for training or advertising.
Martin Luther King Jr. had a dream ... about health care
A doctor from Nigeria tells what Martin Luther King Jr. taught him about health, Justice and inequality.
Martin Luther King Jr. had a dream ... about health care
A doctor from Nigeria tells what Martin Luther King Jr. taught him about health, Justice and inequality.
Vail Health senior director of emergency and trauma services receives Elevate Award for exceptional care
Sarah Drew, senior director of emergency and trauma services at Vail Health, has been named recipient of the Vail Health Elevate Award. Vail Health created the Elevate Award in June 2022 to give patients and...
Lutheran Health explains how to brace your body for the cold weather
Lutheran Health Network provided a handful of tips and and trick to brace you and your loved ones for the winter elements.
Why am I a vegan? I do it for my mental health
Vegan restaurants are closing, RFK Jr is sounding the drum for carnivores, and the protein cult is bigger than ever. But eschewing animal products helps me ward off a sense of impotence – and despair, writes Emma Beddington
Alto Grows Business Development Leadership
The IRA platform announced a new head of Revenue and VP of Enterprise Partnerships.
Nick Reiner was reportedly in a mental health conservatorship in 2020
Criminal defense attorney Ken Belkin joined 'Fox & Friends Weekend' to discuss new details surrounding Nick Reiner's mental health leading up his parents' murders and how it could impact his legal defense.
What is Hol+? Dr. Taz’s new holistic health hub explained
Learn how Hol+ blends functional, primary and lifestyle medicine to treat stress, hormone imbalance and metabolism for whole‑body wellness.
Laramie County health and food inspections (1/9/26–1/15/26)
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Cheyenne-Laramie County Health Department inspects restaurants, bars, convenience stores, delis, grocery stores, bed and breakfasts
Voices: When religion and sexism collide, women’s health suffers
“Inclusion is more than a title or a sentiment,” writes Susan R. Madsen in an op-ed. “Multiple studies show that ‘inclusive’ does not mean offering warm statements about valuing women while upholding teachings that reinforce benevolent sexism.”
'Outdoor sport state': Spike on WA health
A new study conducted by the United Health Foundation found that Washington is the seventh healthiest state in America.
Natrona County health and food inspections (1/9/26–1/15/26)
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper-Natrona County Health Department inspects restaurants, grocery stores, convenience stores, mobile food units, commissaries and
7th Day Of NYC Nurses Strike Highlights Ongoing Healthcare Problems
On January 12, around 15,000 nurses walked off their Mount Sinai, Montefiore and NewYork-Presbyterian health system jobs in the largest nurses strike in NYC history.
$750M Banner Health Scottsdale project hits hurdle
A public vote on Banner Health’s proposed expansion to its multi-phased, $750 million Scottsdale Medical Campus has been delayed.
Scientists find ‘master regulator’ that could reverse brain aging
Researchers have identified OTULIN, an immune-regulating enzyme, as a key trigger of tau buildup in the brain. When OTULIN was disabled, tau vanished from neurons and brain cells remained healthy. The findings challenge long-held assumptions about tau’s necessity and highlight a promising new path for fighting Alzheimer’s and brain aging. Scientists now believe OTULIN may act as a master switch for inflammation and age-related brain decline.
The Brain Health Wake-Up Call
Brain health is built daily. Science, lifestyle, and nutrition can shape focus, memory, and resilience at every age.
Scientists sent viruses to space and they evolved in surprising ways
When scientists sent bacteria-infecting viruses to the International Space Station, the microbes did not behave the same way they do on Earth. In microgravity, infections still occurred, but both viruses and bacteria evolved differently over time. Genetic changes emerged that altered how viruses attach to bacteria and how bacteria defend themselves. The findings could help improve phage therapies against drug-resistant infections.
Why Connecting With Others is Good For Your Health
By Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay ReporterSUNDAY, Jan. 18, 2026 (HealthDay News) — A third of U.S. adults are lonely, and a quarter lack social and emotional support — and research underscores that’s just not healthy. "Humans are a social species. We are highly dependent on others from birth," said
The Columbus Foundation grants $750K to health care nonprofits
The Columbus Foundation donated $750,000 in grants to 12 central Ohio nonprofits addressing health care needs.
Science & Medicine: A mother's mission transforms care for Chromosome 18 disorders
Jannine Cody, PhD, founded and leads the Chromosome 18 Clinical Research Center, which has revolutionized the understanding of and care for disorders caused by alterations in chromosome 18 in humans. However, Cody began this mission as a mom with a baby with a chromosome 18 disorder who needed care.
RFK Jr.’s MAHA movement becomes wild card for GOP in 2026
The Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement is a wild card ahead of this year’s midterm elections. President Trump and parts of the Republican Party have aligned his …
Date set for FA Cup fourth round clash at Villa
The Magpies saw off AFC Bournemouth to set up the clash with Villa, beating the Cherries 7-6 on penalties after a 3-3 draw in the third round at St. James' Park.Their reward was a trip to Villa Park, ...
These 5 health conditions cause the most deaths
Three out of four deaths worldwide are caused by non-communicable diseases (NCDs), and 80% of those deaths are caused by just five conditions. Heart disease is the biggest killer, followed by cancer, respiratory diseases and diabetes. Not only do these conditions cause tens of millions of deaths a year, they also carry a staggering economic cost. The good news is they are largely avoidable. Five major risk factors significantly ramp up your chances of contracting an NCD, from air pollution to a poor diet, and 80% of NCDs could be prevented with the right interventions. A new paper from the World Economic Forum and the Partnership for Health System Sustainability and Resilience (PHSSR) sets out recommendations for policy-makers to help boost their NCD prevention efforts.
Winner and Loser of the Week in Florida politics
The House is starting Session fast, Florida has a new Supreme Court Justice, and GOP candidates for Governor continue to falter.
Budget, mental health worries and more: What NC lawmakers are expected to prioritize in 2026
Day in the life of surgeon and Next Health longevity CEO Dr. Shah
Dr. Shah said he saw the biggest change in his personal health when he did small things consistently. Here's what he prioritizes daily.
Day in the life of surgeon and Next Health longevity CEO Dr. Shah
Dr. Shah said he saw the biggest change in his personal health when he did small things consistently. Here's what he prioritizes daily.
10 Baltimore Ravens who regressed the most in 2025
Here's a closer look at the players who regressed most for the Ravens in 2025, using individual overall grades from Pro Football Focus as our guide:
Editorial: More scrutiny for HMSA-HPH health care tie-up
Is it a good idea for Hawaii’s largest health insurer, the Hawaii Medical Service Association (HMSA), to partner up in business with one of Hawaii’s larger health care systems, Hawai‘i Pacific Health (HPH)? State senators and representatives had plenty of questions and concerns to express at a Tuesday briefing on the issue — and Hawaii residents who depend on private insurance should, too.
Buttigieg, Booker Lead Midterm Democratic Health Care Push
The potential 2028 presidential candidates showcased a Democratic midterm strategy that would assail G.O.P. votes in favor of cutting Medicaid and allowing health care subsidies to expire.
Governor Needs To Step Into Proposed Hawaiʻi Health Care Consolidation
The proposed deeper integration between Hawaiʻi Pacific Health and HMSA would only intensify the problem with lack of access to providers and care. Gov. Josh Green must act now.
Could there ever be a worldwide internet outage?
We've all dealt with bad internet connections. But could the entire internet ever collapse?
Atrium Health, Hendrick Motorsports launch partnership to drive performance and wellness - Jayski's NASCAR Silly Season Site
Atrium Health has partnered with Hendrick Motorsports in an innovative partnership that includes naming rights to the new 35,000-square-foot Atrium Health Motorsports Athletic Center.
Tax docs: Kettering Health execs, church leaders got $3.2M in improper benefits
A number of former Kettering Health executives and board members, along with their family members, received more than $3.2 million in improper “excess benefits” from the hospital from 2016 through 2022, according to hospital tax records recently obtained by the Dayton Daily News.
A health-care destination
There has been plenty of activity on the Crystal Bridges campus in Bentonville with the expansion of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, along with the opening last year of buildings housing the Alice L. Walton School of Medicine and Heartland Whole Health Institute. Two miles east of downtown Bentonville, there's a separate 100-acre campus that might prove just as exciting.
India shows health and digital health is the best investment
Examples from India present a growing body of evidence that investing in interoperable systems, preventive care and digital health yields rising returns.
A mental health hospital's 200 years of care in Oxford
The Warneford Hospital is holding a year-long programme of events to mark its bicentenary.
Oregon health officials confirm Clackamas County measles case from unvaccinated individual
Bills' Tre'Davious White slams helmet after decisive pass interference call, channeling Buffalo fans' frustration
Bills fans were already mad about a controversial interception, then had to contend with pass interference and unsportsmanlike conduct penalties that assured a Broncos playoff win.
Health experts warn about potentially deadly herbal substance, after 6 overdose deaths: What to know
The California Department of Public Health is sounding the alarm on Kratom, as well as a potent derivative of the plant called 7-OH, in the wake of six recent overdose deaths in Los Angeles County. Kratom and 7-OH products are not FDA-approved and are not legal for retailers to sell.
PCC event raises health awareness for Black men and honors late coach Aaron Bell Sr.
An event honoring the late Aaron Bell Sr., a beloved coach and community figure, was held at PCC to promote health awareness among Black men.
Sam Darnold active to play 49ers, but not on field Seahawks early pregame
Drew Lock threw to the starting receivers and rookie Jalen Milroe threw to the reserves. What’s that mean? One of two possibilities.
Opinion: Senate must act to protect Alaska families from more health care cost increases
The House has done its part. Now it is up to the Senate to finish the job and put Alaska families first.
‘An inspiration’ | Dr. Tom Kim, founder of Kim Health Center, passes away, center says
Dr. Tom Kim opened his first Free Medical Clinic of America on Chapman Highway in 1993 and helped thousands of patients.
Gov. Spanberger's first executive orders target Virginia affordability in health, housing
Gov. Spanberger signed 10 executive orders on her first day in office, targeting affordability, public education, healthcare efficiency & economic protection.
Trump’s Concepts of a Non-plan on Health Care
The so-called Great Health Care Plan would do next to nothing to lower overall costs or premiums paid by individuals, families and employers.
AP analysis shows 10% of U.S. House members have announced they're not running for reelection
Dozens of U.S. House members have announced they are not running for reelection. Some are seeking other offices, while others are retiring after decades of service.
Abigail Spanberger becomes Virginia’s first female governor in historic inauguration
Democrat Abigail Spanberger was sworn into office Saturday as Virginia’s first female governor, amid a cold drizzle outside the state Capitol after centuries of men holding the commonwealth’s top office.
Video Why one Texas woman married for healthcare
Mila Clarke from the Diabetes Patient Advocacy Coalition shares why she made the decision to marry her partner so she could join his health plan after her diabetes treatment premiums skyrocketed.
Health board admits fatal infections probably caused by water system
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde had consistently denied its water system was responsible for causing infections which led to the deaths of cancer patients.
RFK Jr’s new diet guidelines pose risks for health and the environment, experts say
US health department’s new food pyramid places red meat and cheese high in saturated fats over plant-based proteins
ENTERTAINMENT: ‘Mean Girls,’ ‘Mark Twain’ on stages in LR, Fayetteville
Emmy Award-winning actor Richard Thomas portrays American writer and humorist Mark Twain in the one-man show "Mark Twain Tonight!," 8 p.m. Friday at Fayetteville's Walton Arts Center
Veterans' mental health resource event Saturday
A free suicide prevention and mental health support event for veterans will be held on Saturday in Duncan.
Justin Thomas Issues Massive Health Update After Surgery Halted His PGA Tour Career
On a sabbatical from professional golf, Justin Thomas is recovering from a microdiscectomy he had back in November 2025. The 2-time major winner had been troubled with pain for a long time, and that hindered his abilities on the course.
Streamline Your Business Operations With This $25 Office Suite Alternative
Cut software costs while maintaining professional productivity tools with this $25 deal.
Total Health Foods in Wyandotte to close as owners retire
Serving the community for decades, Total Health Foods in downtown Wyandotte is closing and the owners are retiring.
Discussing the new AI health app
Dr. Danielle Bitterman of MGH Brigham discusses the pros and cons of ChatGPT Health, an AI app designed to answer personal health questions.
Experts reveal greatest concerns with RFK Jr.’s new dietary guidelines
(NEXSTAR) – After Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. “turned the food pyramid upside down,” health experts are weighing in on what they see as the most worrying – and positive – asp…
3 Policy Moves Likely to Change Health Care for Older People
Two regulatory rollbacks, along with a new A.I. experiment in Medicare, raise some worrisome questions.
Circus returns bringing lots of entertainment to local schools
Photos by Tom Rivers MEDINA – Ian and Claudia perform on aerial silks at the Clifford Wise Intermediate School. Billy Martin’s Cole All Star Circus did two shows on Friday at Clifford Wise with some of the proceeds going to the Orleans Community Health Foundation. The circus is led by Billy Martin, who is now […]
How abortion coverage threatens to prevent a congressional deal on health care subsidies
There's broad bipartisan support in Congress for reviving federal health care subsidies that expired at the beginning of the year
California families face life-or-death health care cuts. Billionaires can afford to pitch in
Medi-Cal faces a $30 million gutting, so unions and advocates want to put a wealth tax targeting billionaires on the ballot.
SLO County charcuterie business to open first storefront location. Where?
The mother-and-daughter owners told The Tribune they hope to be able to collaborate with other local businesses and provide a gathering place for local community members.
Lemley, Giaccio Podium at Intermountain Health Freestyle International presented by Stifel at Waterville
Stifel U.S. Ski Team athletes Liz Lemley and Olivia Giaccio went two-three at the Intermountain Health Freestyle Cup presented by Stifel at Waterville Valley, New Hampshire, stepping on the podium in front of friends and family in the last Azerbaijan FIS World Cup before the 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Milano Cortina.
How scientists are turning thyme into precision medicine
Thyme extract is packed with health-promoting compounds, but it is difficult to control and easy to waste. Researchers created a new technique that traps tiny amounts of the extract inside microscopic capsules, preventing evaporation and irritation. The method delivers consistent nanodoses and could eventually be used in medicines or food products. It may also work for many other natural extracts.
The Rise of AI and Its Impact on Mental Health
The rise of artificial intelligence comes with risks and benefits for the mental health of humans, requiring a thoughtful, mindful way forward.
Is RFK Jr.'s Administration for a Healthy America — AHA — in the works or not?
The Administration for a Healthy America is RFK Jr.'s plan to tackle chronic disease, addiction and other persistent problems. But so far it's not being set up like previous new agencies.
‘It’s whiplash’: reversed cuts ‘incredibly disruptive’ for US mental health and substance abuse programs
Grantees outline risks to vulnerable populations over uncertainty of funds creating gaps in care
Should you avoid sleeping with wet hair? Expert-backed tips for strong, healthy hair
In the realm of hair care, there’s a few crystal clear dos and don’ts. But what about sleeping with wet hair?
North Dakota Legislature prepares to spend $400M during rural health special session
Legislators will meet next week to pass bills that will let Health and Human Services spend the federal funds over the next two years.
Map: See where ACA health insurance enrollment dropped in 2026
ACA subsidies expiring leaves 1.4 million fewer insured compared to 2025, as CMS data shows enrollment declines in Florida and other Southern states.
Lubbock business owner, Texas Tech students battle bird droppings near campus
The salon owner says grackles have been leaving droppings on the sidewalks outside her business, creating health concerns and embarrassing situations for clients.
Dozens protest UW-Health decision on gender-affirming care
MADISON (WKOW) -- Several dozen people protested UW-Health’s recent decision to stop providing gender-affirming care for patients under 18 outside The American Family Children's Hospital on Friday.
Oregon health officials confirms measles case in Clackamas County
The case marks the state's third confirmed case of measles this year.
Phoenix-area theatergoers exposed to measles. What to know
Anyone who was inside this theater during five days in January should be on alert for measles symptoms, although vaccinated people are at low risk.
How Harmony Health's Yuba-Sutter street medicine team is making a difference
The Harmony Health Street Medicine team spends their days visiting encampments and connecting with vulnerable people, meeting them where they are and offering care outside of a clinic and without barriers.
Fourth-generation, family-owned business plans $18 million project near Opportunity Corridor
Reese Consumer Health is plotting a move on Cleveland’s East Side, bringing jobs to vacant land overlooking the Opportunity Corridor. Construction on the $18 million project could start in the spring.