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Saginaw ‘medical diamond’ plan takes shape
A site concept for Great Lakes Bay Health Centers’ planned facility in the “Medical Diamond” in Saginaw. Screenshot This is part of the land in Saginaw that Shaheen Development plans to turn into a mixed-use development that will include the Great Lakes Bay Health Centers’ Behavioral Health Center of Excellence. Abigail VanderMolen/Midland Daily news Pete Kramer of Kramer Management Group…
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You’ve reached your weight loss goal on GLP-1 medications – what now?
GLP-1 drugs have ushered in a new era in weight loss. In just a few years, medications such as semaglutide and tirzepatide, known by the brand names Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound, have gone from niche diabetes treatments to household names, reshaping how America thinks about weight loss. A November 2025 Kaiser Family Foundation poll found that 1 in 8…
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Optimising ocular surface health in glaucoma: From awareness to action
Ocular surface disease (OSD) is a prevalent yet frequently underrecognised challenge in the management of glaucoma. A significant overlap between glaucoma and dry eye disease (DED) has a profound effect on treatment success as well as patient comfort and adherence. A common but overlooked problem Up to 59% of patients with glaucoma experience symptoms of dry eye, and between 22% and 78%…
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Weak governance hinders One Health outbreak response in Africa
In an evolving health landscape, emerging research continues to highlight concerns that could impact everyday wellbeing. Here’s the key update you should know about: Across Africa, One Health is endorsed at the top but often breaks down where outbreaks start, writes Albert Ansah. Despite political endorsements and global frameworks, Africa’s One Health approach continues to falter at the local level,…
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Unsafe levels of lead found in half of New Orleans playgrounds
In an evolving health landscape, emerging research continues to highlight concerns that could impact everyday wellbeing. Here’s the key update you should know about: Sarah Hess started taking her toddler, Josie, to Mickey Markey Playground in 2010 because she thought it would offer a refuge from lead. After a routine doctor visit revealed Josie had lead poisoning, Hess quickly traced…
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GLP-1 obesity drugs and eating disorders are not well understood yet : NPR
Jason Krynicki once lived in a much larger body and was teased mercilessly for it. Today, even though he has anorexia, he takes a monthly GLP-1 shot and is afraid to stop. Edwin J. Torres for NPR hide caption toggle caption Edwin J. Torres for NPR Get the latest on the science of healthy living in our weekly newsletter. Jason…
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‘Mobile crisis’ for mental health emergencies is starved for funds : NPR
Therapist Luke Forney (left) and responder Evan Thiessen drive to a home in Bozeman, Mont. after receiving a call about a resident having a psychiatric crisis. The mobile crisis team in Bozeman has reduced time police spend on mental health calls by nearly 80%. Ruth Eddy/Yellowstone Public Radio hide caption toggle caption Ruth Eddy/Yellowstone Public Radio It was a snowy…
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Study reveals what drives PFAS exposure in firefighters and how risks may be reduced
In an evolving health landscape, emerging research continues to highlight concerns that could impact everyday wellbeing. Here’s the key update you should know about: New research in U.S. firefighters reveals how workplace practices, personal factors, and environmental exposures shape PFAS levels, offering insights into practical strategies to reduce long-term chemical exposure risk. Study: Predictors of serum per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances…
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Data sharing in health and social care in Australia: lessons for integrating care for priority populations
The study’s research team is part of a research centre (Centre for Research Excellence in Integrated Health and Social Care) partnering with local health districts and other key stakeholders. This allowed first in contact with health and social care programs throughout research and services’ network. A snowballing method was used to branch further out into other health and social care…
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‘Mystery’ statins side effect caused by cholesterol meds uncovered in new study
Scientists finally identify why statins can cause the ‘painful’ side effect in some people 09:31, 04 Feb 2026Updated 10:16, 04 Feb 2026 What is high cholesterol? A certain side effect that some people may get when taking cholesterol-lowering medication, such as statins, has puzzled doctors since the 1980s. However, recent studies have uncovered key causes and why they occur. Although…
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