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An open science resource for accelerating scalable digital health research in autism and other neurodevelopmental conditions
Nature Neuroscience - This paper describes the Simons Sleep Project, an open resource designed to accelerate research into the sleep and daily behaviors of autistic children using synchronized...
Federal program awards Massachusetts $162M to address rural health care gaps
State officials plan to use funds for mobile health units, telehealth expansion, and modernizing facilities in 160 rural municipalities.
New York City Takes Over Brooklyn Health System With Shaky Finances
Maimonides Health is a community fixture that will become part of NYC Health + Hospitals. Many of its patients are on government medical plans.
Ohio to get $200M in federal money to aid rural health care, but feds haven’t yet said how
Ohio will get $200 million in federal funding as part of a 5-year, $50 billion program to bolster rural health care. State plans include expanding child vision services and creating the Rural Healthcare Workforce Pipeline, but guidelines for spending flexibility remain unclear.
Governor Ivey Announces Alabama Secures More Than $203 Million for Rural Health Transformation Program -
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday announced Alabama has officially received its award number from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for the federal Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP), formally approving Alabama’s plan and unlocking $203,404,327 in … Continued
Texas to receive $281 million for rural health care
Texas will get the biggest portion of the first rollout of the $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Program, which was created in tandem with legislation slashing Medicaid funding.
Highly-contagious measles case confirmed in Contra Costa Co., health officials say
Contra Costa County health officials confirmed a measles infection in a person who was mingling in public places for about a week before being discovered. Measles can linger in the air or on surfaces for over an hour after a contagious person leaves the area, according to health officials.
Contra Costa health officials confirm measles case, potential exposures in Walnut Creek
Legacy strike continues after Oregon, SW Washington health workers reject deal
Legacy officials said both parties plan to return to the bargaining table this week.
Possible measles exposure at East Bay shopping mall, health officials warn
If you went shopping at this East Bay shopping plaza in the lead up to Christmas, you may have been exposed to measles, Contra Costa Health officials are warning.
New behavioral health crisis center coming in 2026
Part of the changing landscape of behavioral health in Cuyahoga County in the new year is a new crisis center in Cleveland's Central Neighborhood.
South Carolina hopes to find shooting stroke vs. Albany
South Carolina knows its postseason hopes will ultimately come down to how the team performs in Southeastern Conference play, which begins Saturday with a home showdown against No. 11 Vanderbilt.
Why Americans are facing rising health insurance costs
Experts point to several factors behind the surge in health insurance prices, including general inflation, the growing use of high-cost prescription drugs, and consolidation among medical providers.
NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln Receives National Recognition for Meritorious Outcomes from the American College Of Surgeons - NYC Health + Hospitals
NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln announced today that the hospital has received national acclaim for excellence in surgical care, earning prestigious
7 of the Biggest Moments in Public Health in 2025
The year 2025 was one of the most tumultuous ever for the healthcare industry. From the start of the second Trump administration on Jan. 20, change ensued immediately. From reconsiderations of vaccine mandates to overhauls in the makeup of a critical advisory panel to alterations of policy, public ...
State health agency urging South Carolina residents to get updated vaccines
The South Carolina Department of Public Health is urging all residents to make sure that they are updated on vaccines.
Health insurance enrollment on Colorado’s marketplace running even with last year, even with subsidies slated to expire
Health insurance enrollment on Connect for Health Colorado, the state-run marketplace, is running nearly even with last year, even with federal subsidies slated to expire in January. As of Dec. 23, 256,422 Coloradans had enrolled...
Health insurance enrollment on Colorado’s marketplace running even with last year, even with subsidies slated to expire
Health insurance enrollment on Connect for Health Colorado, the state-run marketplace, is running nearly even with last year, even with federal subsidies slated to expire in January. As of Dec. 23, 256,422 Coloradans had enrolled...
States get first awards from rural health fund
It includes a big award for Alaska, whose lawmakers' support was critical to the bill's passage.
Super Bowl 2026 best bet rankings
Here are the teams worth betting on in the NFL futures market heading into the final week
American parents said social media and screen time were among the top health concerns for their kids in 2025
To lower kids' screen time, experts recommend keeping screens out of bedrooms and having a special place for devices in the house.
5 celebrities who went public with alarming health diagnoses in 2025
Celebrity health battles dominated 2025 as stars faced serious diagnoses, from brain aneurysms to cancer. Kim Kardashian, Dave Coulier and others shared struggles.
Scott Drew tells CBS Sports why James Nnaji will play for Baylor after being selected in NBA Draft
Baylor and Drew are catching heat, but they are far from the only ones utilizing an NCAA rule that's enabling in-season free agency
Trump threatens to 'knock the hell' out of Iran if it rearms
"Now I hear that Iran is trying to build up again," Trump said. "And if they are we're going to have to knock them down."
Game Preview: Hurricanes vs. Rangers
Carolina closes out their homestand against New York.
Digital health sector eyes 2026 gains in CMS' ACCESS
Investors and CEOs see ACCESS as a major digital health enabler.
Trump administration launches rollout of $50B Rural Health Fund
The Trump administration on Monday announced the formal launch of its $50 billion rural health fund created through the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Beginning next year, states will receive money fr…
'Heated Rivalry' withdrawals? Connor Storrie, Hudson Williams to play fae princes in spicy romance
Missing 'Heated Rivalry'? Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams have announced they're teaming up again to play fae princes in a spicy new romance.
I watched more than 500 new movies this year. These are the 25 best ones.
From "Marty Supreme" to "Sinners" to some hidden gems you've never heard of, film critic Brett Arnold shares his favorite watches of the year.
SGMC Health Announces New Internal Medicine Chief Residents
SGMC Health’s Medical Education program announces the appointment of Ornob Rahman, MD, and Samuel Edusa, MD, as Chief Residents
What's the science behind chinook headaches? Experts still aren't sure
Many people associate Calgary's warm chinook winds with the onset of headaches, but experts say the science behind the correlation remains unclear.
New Chinese RPG Called Clair Obscur Clone Despite Long History
A new Sword and Fairy 4: Remake trailer is turning heads
CMS divvies up first payments from $50B rural health fund, with an eye toward MAHA goals
The Trump administration on Monday announced the distribution of the first payments from a new $50 billion rural health fund — but not all states are getting equal payouts.
Even Low Doses of Aspartame Could Have Alarming Health Effects, Study Finds
Zero sugar but at what cost?
Ronald Araújo returns to Barcelona training after mental health break
Barcelona's Ronald Araújo returned to training on Monday one month after being granted time off to deal with mental health issues.
Citrus Burn Cited in Scientific Discussion of Metabolic Health and Dietary Support
Citrus Burn is discussed in the context of consumer and scientific discourses with wider discussions on the topic of metabolic health, dietary supplements, and wellness decision-making Citrus Burn Citrus Burn New York City, NY, Dec. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dietary supplements positioning, understanding, and appraisal by the general population have become a subject of consumer reporting and scientific debate as interest in metabolic health and weight-related wellness and in the role dietary
Duke Health nurse charged with sex crimes is not US citizen, authorities say
A Duke Health nurse charged with committing sexual crimes against patients is not a U.S. citizen, authorities said during a court hearing on Monday.
Jane Castor highlights economic growth, public works as Tampa heads into 2026
'The City of Tampa is heading into 2026 with big plans and even bigger gratitude for this community.'
Youngsters learn about positive mental health in Independence
INDEPENDENCE, Ohio – Children at Independence Primary School enjoyed a special day focused on developing positive mental health.
Trump admin doles out billions for rural health
Montana and California will receive near equal amounts in 2026, despite their massive size disparity.
Kierra M has the latest in entertainment headlines
It's been revealed that Eddie Murphy and David Spade may have had a silent feud for the last 25 years.
What Health Care Consumers Need to Know About ACA Marketplace Coverage for 2026 - State of Delaware News
Dover, DE (December 30, 2025) —Time is running out – enroll for 2026 now. January 15 is the final deadline to enroll in an ACA Marketplace plan for 2026. Individuals who don’t act by Jan. 15, 2026, may not get coverage for 2026 unless they qualify for a Special Enrollment Period based on circumstances such […]
‘Wheel of Fortune’ Contestant Breaks Ryan Seacrest’s Heart With $100,000 Loss
Did you figure out this four-word puzzle?
Maimonides Health to merge with NYC Health + Hospitals, city announces
U.S. could block asylum on public health grounds under Trump regulation
The U.S. could deny migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border access to asylum under a newly finalized regulation drafted during the COVID-19 pandemic in President Donald Trump's first term.
US allots at least $147 million per state for rural health in 2026
The Trump administration will award between $147 million and $281 million to each U.S. state in 2026 under a new rural health transformation program aimed at improving access to care and the quality of services, a senior White House aide said on Monday.
Former ‘SNL’ star gets candid about health scare — ‘back from the dead’
This iconic comic actor has revealed new details about a health scare that left him in the hospital for five weeks.
Trump Rural Health Grants Come With Clawback Threat to States
The Trump administration is announcing awards to states from a rural health care fund, with the threat that some of that money can be clawed back if jurisdictions fail to embrace policy initiatives backed by the president.
'Crush' explores how gravity shapes life as we know it
James Riordan’s new book will help readers wrap their heads around this mysterious, fundamental force of nature.
Why AMC Entertainment (AMC) Stock Is Falling Today
Shares of theater company AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) fell 3.2% in the morning session after investor concerns about the company's underlying financial health overshadowed a report of strong moviegoer attendance over the final weekend of 2025. The company reported that 5.5 million people visited its theaters globally. Despite this positive attendance, the stock's decline reflected deep skepticism about the company's future. Financial data revealed significant challenges, including a substantial
Maimonides will merge with NYC Health+Hospitals next year, officials say
Maimonides Medical Center will officially merge with NYC Health+Hospitals next year, Mayor Eric Adams announced Monday.
UNT Dallas wants to bring more health care workers to southern Dallas
The University of North Texas at Dallas' new STEM center will train local students for high-demand, high-wage jobs in the medical field. The development marks...
The Biggest Footwear Business Issues That Grabbed Headlines in 2025
From tariffs and trade policy to sourcing and supply chain, plus AI and inflation, shoe firms had their hands full juggling a host of issues in 2025.
What millennials and Gen Z want from workplace health care
Younger employees are reshaping workplace health care expectations—and employers who ignore that shift risk losing talent. As Harvard Business Review writes, millennials and Gen Z workers want care that’s affordable, easy to access, and supports prevention, mental health and family planning. They also expect consumer-grade convenience, from seamless virtual options to clear, science-backed guidance—delivered with […]
Research expenditures ranking underscores ASU’s dramatic growth in high-impact science
Arizona State University has surpassed $1 billion in annual research funding for the first time, placing the university among the top 4% of research institutions nationwide, according to the latest National Science Foundation Higher Education Research and Development, or HERD, survey.The milestone is a testament to ASU’s success at transforming research dollars into tangible benefits for people — from improved health care to safer communities to more powerful computer chips and more.
WA health care groups raise alarm over Ferguson budget
The proposed budget would tweak the state's Medicaid funding policies in ways that health care providers say would cause significant hardship.
Trying to improve your health and wellness in 2026? Keep it simple
The new year is a time when many try to start new good habits and commit to improving health and wellness.
Trying to improve your health and wellness in 2026? Keep it simple
If you want to improve your health in 2026, experts say keep it simple. Be cautious of health and wellness fads.
Trying to improve your health and wellness in 2026? Keep it simple
If you want to improve your health in 2026, experts say keep it simple.
Mercer Health announces the retirement of Dr. Thangaraj Amaran, Vice President of Medical Affairs
Dr. Amaran began his tenure at Mercer Health in July 1981 as a Board Certified Urologist, dedicating nearly four decades to patient care until January 2018. His clinical expertise was matched by his leadership, serving as Vice Chief of Staff (1983), Chief of Staff (1985, 1986, 1991), and Past Chief of Staff (1992). During this […]
How has our unalienable right to a healthy planet become political?
Human life is intimately connected with the rest of nature.
Fourth Fest Entertainment Announcement
Another Bond County Fourth Fest will be held again this summer in downtown Greenville. “We’re excited to kick off this year’s announcements for Bond County Fourth Fest as we celebrate America’s 250th birthday,” said Randy Alderman, co-chair of the Bond County Fourth Fest. “Our first headliner will perform Friday night, July 3rd — the world’s
Encore: Bridging Distances with AI and Telemedicine, and Destigmatizing Mental Health for Health Care Workers
As we close out 2025, we’re excited to share highlights from two impactful episodes of the Advancing Health podcast that sparked dialogue around improving health care in America.
ND awarded $199M for Rural Health Transformation Program to strengthen care in rural communities | North Dakota Office of the Governor
Gov. Kelly Armstrong announced that North Dakota has been awarded $199 million from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to support the first year of a statewide Rural Health Transformation Program. The funding will strengthen rural health care by improving access, quality and health outcomes for North Dakotans in rural communities over the next five years.
CD Projekt Co-founder, Michał Kiciński, Acquires GOG.com
CD Projekt and GOG.com co-founder, Michał Kiciński (who left CD Projekt in 2010, but has remained involved with the company) now has full ownership of GOG.com.
Scientists found a dangerous feedback loop accelerating Arctic warming
The Arctic is changing rapidly, and scientists have uncovered a powerful mix of natural and human-driven processes fueling that change. Cracks in sea ice release heat and pollutants that form clouds and speed up melting, while emissions from nearby oil fields alter the chemistry of the air. These interactions trigger feedback loops that let in more sunlight, generate smog, and push warming even further. Together, they paint a troubling picture of how fragile the Arctic system has become.
UNC Health Pardee Announces New Year’s Day Hours
UNC Health Pardee Announces New Year’s Day Hours
Army Public Health: Fort Drum’s Front Line of Preventative Health
At Fort Drum, the agency at the forefront of preventative health is Army Public Health Nursing, a multi-disciplined clinic dedicated to sustaining military readiness through health promotion and disease prevention activities.
As Missouri stares down Medicaid cuts, it seeks federal rural health funding
The Trump administration’s budget bill included about $1 trillion in cuts to Medicaid. As part of an effort to offset those costs, Congress created the Rural Health Transformation Fund, a $50 billion bucket of money that goes to states.
How a Prentiss County fossil park changed science history
Northeast Mississippi is hundreds of miles away from any ocean waters that could make for a suitable home for an oyster. But roughly 74 million years ago, most of the state was submerged below the present-day Gulf of Mexico.
The healing power of music
A musical team at Michigan Medicine debuts a musical album they produced to help bring comfort to patients in the hospital.
One number controls your early retirement health costs — understand it and say goodbye to Medicare fears
Here's how it can make or break your health care costs in early retirement.
Holiday crowds pack AMC and ODEON cinemas as 5.5M people hit the movies
AMC says 5.5M guests visited globally, including 1.7M at ODEON, in one of 2025’s busiest weekends, with 50% ticket deals and Stranger Things fan events.
Year in review: Sports headlines that shaped our year
As the New Year approaches, we're looking back at the biggest stories and moments from 2025 across our area.
Lawmakers to consider funding options for mental health help line
With funding for the Oklahoma mental health crisis hot line set to run out at the end of the budget year, lawmakers will have to determine how to fund 988 this session.
7 Important Health Stories We’ll Be Following in 2026
From immune cell therapies to measles outbreaks to federal attacks on public health, these are some of the health topics we’ll be watching next year
Oklahoma's National Guard deployment to D.C. is a disheartening political stunt
I was disheartened to read that Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt is sending members of the Oklahoma National Guard to Washington, DC , to participate in the federal surge in the nation’s capital.
Drake Relays and Iowa Sports Foundation Inspire Healthy Starts in 2026
A renewed partnership encouraging Iowans to turn New Year's goals into active habits
What’s ahead for metro Atlanta business in 2026
The new year brings big things to watch. How will Atlanta’s return to the global sports stage go? Can state and federal leaders grapple with concerns about affordability?
NetEase head of interactive entertainment departs after 23 years
NetEase executive VP and head of the interactive entertainment group Yingfeng Ding is leaving the Chinese publisher after 23 years.
Virginia awaits decision on $1 billion rural health grant
Outdated technology, provider shortages, long travel times to care and high rates of chronic disease are among the issues the application aims to address. To tackle those challenges, the administration proposes directing any awarded funds into four integrated initiatives it has developed.
Lee Health: 30 Years of Impact – Celebrating the Lee Health Foundation
Lee Health has been the grateful beneficiary of philanthropic support since the very beginning.
8th District race will headline 2026 politics in Vanderburgh County
Local voters will still see a hotly contested congressional race in 2026.
What matcha really does for your health
Here's what makes matcha unique among other green powders and beverages, how it can benefit your health and why moderation still matters.
Experts Question Denmark’s Vaccine Program as a Model for the U.S.
The United States is expected to adopt the vaccine schedule used by Denmark, a much smaller country with universal health care.
Mid-Ohio Valley Entertainment Commission making progress ahead of the new year
MARIETTA, Ohio - The Mid-Ohio Valley Entertainment Commission continues to advance with its goals of bringing Hollywood to Southeast Ohio.
Teens are having disturbing interactions with chatbots. Here's how to lower the risks
Teen use of AI chat bots is growing, and psychologists worry it's affecting their social development and mental health. Here's what parents should know to help kids use the technology safely.
In 2026, Kennedy’s MAHA vision gets put to the test. Here are 3 issues to watch
In 2026, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s health policy changes will start playing out on GLP-1s, dietary guidelines, and rural health initiatives.
A cry for help to save Gaza’s healthcare system
The only thing that is still propping up Gaza's hospitals is the sense of moral duty of the surviving medical workers.
On Indonesia’s longest river, a Borneo community passes crucial public health milestone
SEKADAU, Indonesia — Children’s laughter skimmed over water the color of mud as mothers wrung laundry over banks where the Sekadau joins the Kapuas, the longest river in Indonesia. Local testimony along the Kapuas River, which flows 1,143 kilometers (710 miles) east to west from Borneo’s Müller Mountains out into the Natuna Sea, suggests this […]
Kratom and 7-OH products are widely available. They’re also at the heart of a public health debate. : Short Wave
Kratom and 7-OH products are available in many smoke shops. But earlier this year, the FDA recommended certain 7-OH products be scheduled alongside opioids. This isn’t the first time kratom has come under scrutiny. Nearly a decade ago, the DEA wanted to make certain active ingredients in kratom controlled substances. Meaning products would go from being widely available to highly restricted. After a massive wave of protest, the DEA decided not to move forward. Producer Rachel Carlson joins host Emily Kwong to talk about what could happen this time around, and what scientists know – and don’t know – about kratom and 7-OH. Interested in more of the science behind drugs and supplements? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.
4 more African nations secure $2.3bn US health funding under America First strategy
The United States has signed four new Global Health Cooperation Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with Ethiopia, Botswana, Sierra Leone and Madagascar, marking a major expansion of Washington’s health engagement in Africa under President Donald Trump’s America First Global Health Strategy
Holiday Moviegoers Flock to AMC Theatres and ODEON Cinemas as More Than 5.5 Million See a Movie at AMC Entertainment Globally, Thursday Through Sunday, During the Final Weekend of 2025
Internationally, ODEON Cinemas records its busiest weekend of the year, Thursday through Sunday For the second straight weekend, at least five…...
Winter Wonder Days at Great Lakes Science Center -
Winter Wonder Days at the Great Lakes Science Center runs now through January 2, featuring daily holiday-themed programming such as fire-and-ice shows, carpet skating, gingerbread scavenger hunts, icy experiments and more.
Small business owners remain 'cautiously optimistic' heading into 2026 amid rising costs, labor challenges
Small business owners remain optimistic about 2026 growth despite inflation and labor challenges, with 80% expressing confidence in their outlook.
World's Deepest Gas Hydrate Discovered Teeming With Life Off Greenland
An oasis in the dark.
Mental health among concerns in search for missing 19-year-old, Bexar County sheriff says
Camila Mendoza Olmos, 19, has been missing since the morning of Christmas Eve. Since then, her loved ones, friends and strangers haven’t stopped looking.
Tea or coffee: One leaves a stronger imprint on your bones
Tea and coffee are two of the most popular drinks in the world – daily rituals linked to culture, comfort, and productivity. Now scientists have new insights into how each affects bone health, especially the risk of osteoporosis.
D.C. pipe bomb suspect disliked both political parties and felt violence would be justified, prosecutors say
Brian Cole is accused of planting the bombs near the headquarters of the Democratic and Republican parties on Jan. 5, 2021. The bombs failed to go off before they were discovered.